FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 6, 2025
Chambersburg, PA — The Franklin County Area Development Corporation (FCADC) is pleased to announce the approval of a $2 million loan from the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) on behalf of Souders Industries, Inc., doing business as SESCO.
The PIDA loan will be used to support SESCO’s acquisition of the former 80,000-square-foot TE Connectivity facility located at 627 North Grant Street, Waynesboro, PA. The total cost of the expansion project is $4 million.
Founded in 1983 by Waynesboro native David Souders, SESCO designs and manufactures custom electrical assemblies, including wire harnesses, control panels, and electromechanical systems. The company serves clients across multiple industries, including agriculture, defense, construction, communications, and power generation. SESCO is ISO 9001:2015 certified and a founding member of the Wire Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA).
Currently operating in a 15,000-square-foot facility at 19 Ash Street in Mont Alto and a 35,000-square-foot facility at 6806 Anthony Highway in Quincy, SESCO plans a phased relocation to the Grant Street site. The transition will occur gradually through March 2026, with both current locations remaining active during the process to ensure operational continuity and workforce retention. Production at the new site is scheduled to begin in April 2026.
According to FCADC President Mike Ross, “The facility acquisition will improve SESCO’s production efficiency, expand manufacturing capacity, and solidify its role as a key economic contributor in Franklin County and the Commonwealth. Most importantly, the project ensures the retention of the company’s 87 employees.”
FCADC has a 39-year history of facilitating impactful economic development initiatives throughout Franklin County. For more information, please contact the FCADC office at (717) 263-8282 or email info@fcadc.com.