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Foundry plans to open business in Ironwood

By RALPH ANSAMI

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IRONWOOD - Waupaca Foundry, Inc., a manufacturer of high-quality cast and machined iron components for the transportation and industrial markets, plans to expand into Ironwood.

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation said Tuesday the project is expected to generate total private investment of $4.3 million and create 61 jobs. Michigan was chosen over competing sites in Arkansas and Wisconsin, MEDC said.

Ironwood Community Development Director Tom Bergman said the company will locate in the former speculation building on Liberty Street in the I...