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Stöbich expands Dorchester County operations

September 10, 2026
By: Charleston Regional Development Alliance
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Stöbich expands Dorchester County location

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Stöbich Fire Protection Systems (Stöbich), a manufacturer of smoke and fire protection systems, today announced it is expanding its operations in Dorchester County. The company’s $2.53 million investment will create 33 new jobs.

Founded in 1980, Stöbich produces multiple structural and technical fire protection products including curtains, closures, gates and controls. The German company is represented in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Stöbich is expanding its existing facility, located at 5301 Indigo Fields Blvd. in North Charleston, to support the U.S. manufacturing and assembly of the GX Smoke Curtain. Previously built in Germany, the curtain is a code-driven life safety system designed to contain smoke at elevator openings and other critical building junctures.

Operations are expected to be online in September 2026. Individuals interested in joining the Stöbich team should contact careers.us@stoebich.com.

Read the full Press Release here.

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — Stöbich Fire Protection Systems (Stöbich), a manufacturer of smoke and fire protection systems, today announced it is expanding its operations in Dorchester County. The company’s $2.53 million investment will create 33 new jobs. Founded in 1980, Stöbich produces multiple structural and technical fire protection products including curtains, closures, gates and controls. The German company is […]