This strategic partnership with COIDA demonstrates the company’s commitment to fostering economic growth and supporting local job creation.

The financial assistance provided by the COIDA helps support Felix Schoeller which is investing over $20 million in a new coating operation in Pulaski, NY. The investment includes enhancements to existing facilities as well as the acquisition of advanced manufacturing equipment for the production of siliconized release liners. The result will allow Felix Schoeller to onshore the manufacture of silicone coated paper and films, develop innovative new products, and better serve its growing customer base in North America and beyond.

“Securing assistance from the IDA is a testament to the strong partnership between our company and the local community,” said Michael Szidat, CEO of Felix Schoeller North America. “This investment will not only enable us to expand our manufacturing capabilities and product offerings but also to create new, high-quality job opportunities for the residents of Oswego County.”

The assistance provided by the COIDA will help to support the creation of 30 new jobs and retain 145 existing jobs at FSNA over the next 5 years. FSNA is committed to hiring and training local talent, offering competitive wages and benefits, and providing employees with opportunities for growth and professional development.

“The COIDA is proud to partner with Felix Schoeller on this project,” said Austin Wheelock, CEO of the COIDA. “We are thrilled to encourage FSNA’s growth in Pulaski and to support the retention and creation of jobs in Oswego County.

Construction and equipment installation for the investment project began in November 2022, with completion anticipated by August 2023. Once completed, the expanded facilities will position FSNA as a leading innovator in the specialty paper and release liner industry, while also contributing to the economic prosperity of Oswego County, particularly in the Pulaski area.

# # # About Felix Schoeller North America

Felix Schoeller North America, a subsidiary of the German-based Felix Schoeller Group, is a leader in the manufacturing of high-quality specialty papers and engineered products for various industries. FSNA focuses on providing customers with tailored solutions and excellent customer service. For more information, please visit https://www.felix-schoeller.com/en/home.