DENHAM SPRINGS, La. (WAFB) - Pipe and Steel Industrial Fabricators Inc. is investing $5.1 million to expand its steel processing and fabrication facility in Livingston Parish.

The goal of the expansion is to increase beam-cutting capacity and support continued growth in Louisiana’s manufacturing sector.

The company is expected to create 20 new direct jobs with an average annual salary of $62,400, which is 139% of the average wage in Livingston Parish, while retaining 70 current positions.

Louisiana Economic Development estimates the project will result in an additional 36 indirect new jobs, for a total of 56 potential new jobs in the capital region.

“Pipe and Steel’s continued growth shows the strength of Louisiana’s manufacturing foundation and this administration’s commitment to help

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