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Custom-engineered power distribution equipment designer
Intermountain Electronics
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Custom-engineered power distribution equipment designer
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Intermountain Electronics designs and builds custom power distribution equipment for industrial markets, offering engineered, packaged turnkey systems that include design, manufacturing, automation, and testing. The products combine electrical hardware with automation controls and are delivered fully assembled and rigorously tested for reliability in demanding environments such as OEM, mission-critical, oil & gas, and mining. They differentiate themselves by delivering tailored, turnkey solutions rather than off-the-shelf components, focusing on practicality and thorough validation. The goal is to provide site-ready, efficient power distribution solutions that meet each client's unique requirements.
About Intermountain Electronics
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Price, Utah
Founded
1985
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What believers are saying
- Centralia's May 2026 expansion adds 108,000 square feet and 60 jobs by 2028.
- Tim Benedict said demand is driven by AI facilities, renewable energy, and backup power.
- IE's 2026 site messaging highlights modular data center solutions and broadens sales beyond mining.
What critics are saying
- Eaton, ABB, and larger OEMs can outspend IE on data-center switchgear by 2027.
- Centralia's 2028 hiring target depends on execution; missed expansion timelines delay capacity gains.
- If AI demand slows, IE's PDU-led growth strategy loses its clearest existential customer thesis.
What makes Intermountain Electronics unique
- Intermountain Electronics builds custom PDUs for data centers, renewables, and industrial power.
- Its Centralia and Price plants combine engineering, fabrication, integration, and testing in-house.
- The company secured Illinois REV incentives, signaling state-backed positioning in mission-critical manufacturing.
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Events welcome USU Eastern Students back. Students are back at Utah State University Eastern, and the start of the new academic year has been about more than returning to classrooms. Through Town Ties, the Luminary Ceremony and the Blue Blast Block Party, USU Eastern welcomed students with opportunities to connect with campus programs, local businesses, community resources, and the people who will support them throughout their time at Eastern. On Friday evening, hundreds of students gathered at the Jennifer Leavitt Student Center for Town Ties, an annual event designed to introduce students to local businesses and services. "The idea behind Town Ties is to introduce students who are new to the area to businesses that they might not know," said Barbie Haeck, director of the Carbon County Chamber of Commerce. Healthcare, banking, recreation, shopping, and other services were represented, with participating businesses bringing carnival-style activities for students. Dinner was provided free of charge, and students who visited the businesses could win a variety of prizes. For Samantha Madrid, nurse practitioner with Castleview Urgent Care, Town Ties made students aware of healthcare resources available to them. "I thought it was awesome to interact with the students and make sure they were aware of the free visits they are offered," Madrid said. "The students seemed to enjoy it and so did we." Friday concluded with USU Eastern's Luminary Ceremony, where Kevin Hurst, Kristian Olsen and Price City Mayor Terry Willis helped light the way into a new school year. "We need USUE students to feel they are part of our community from the minute they arrive until the day they graduate," Willis said. "I feel Town Ties and Luminary is an amazing way to start letting the students understand that we truly want that to happen." The celebration continued Monday with the Blue Blast Block Party, bringing students, USU Eastern departments, local businesses and the general public together to showcase programs, services and opportunities. For campus departments, Blue Blast connects students with resources they may need during their college experience. "This event is awesome for us so we can get our names out as the therapists on campus and let them know of the services available to those in need," said Eric Hansen with the Social Work Program and Counseling Services. "Then it's a great way to recruit new students into our program and educate the community." Community partners also highlighted opportunities beyond the classroom, including businesses such as Intermountain Electronics that work closely with the university to connect students with internships and career opportunities. Through its growing internship partnership with USU Eastern, Intermountain Electronics is able to educate students about available career paths while also recruiting future interns. Despite Blue Blast being moved indoors at the last minute due to weather, Student Life Coordinator Allie Chamberlain said the campus and community quickly adapted. "Everyone was so flexible and willing to jump in and make the best of it," Chamberlain said. "It was great to see our students, campus and community all come together to kick off the year." Now in her ninth year organizing Blue Blast, Chamberlain said the event continues to be made possible by the many people who show up each year to support Eastern and its students. She expressed her appreciation for the local businesses, sponsors, university employees, volunteers, and community members whose continued support helps bring the event together and makes it a successful start to the school year. Together, the three events reinforced an important message as another academic year begins at USU Eastern: Students are not only part of a campus, but part of a community invested in helping them feel welcome, supported, and successful. Writer. Topics. Comments and questions regarding this article may be directed to the contact person listed on this page.
Expansion announced at Centralia's Intermountain Electronics. Published on May 21, 2026 9:25 am Last Updated on May 21, 2026 9:25 am Intermountain Electronics has announced an expansion of their Centralia operation. The company said it will invest more than $15 million to expand their operation by adding more than 108,000 square feet of manufacturing space while creating 60 new full-time jobs and retaining their current workforce. Founded in 1985, Intermountain Electronics has grown from a small equipment repair company into a nationally recognized manufacturer and heavy electrical equipment and engineered power solutions. The Centralia facility, which opened in 2012 with just 12 employees, has expanded nearly fourfold in square footage and now employs 141 people. Following completion of the expansion, employment at the Centralia site is expected to reach approximately 201 employees by the end of 2028.
Intermountain Electronics expanding Centralia operations with $15 million investment, 60 new jobs. FOX23 News at 9 p.m. 10 hours ago CENTRALIA, Ill., (KBSI) - JB Pritzker announced Wednesday that Intermountain Electronics will invest more than $15 million to expand its operations in Centralia, adding more than 108,000 square feet of manufacturing space and creating 60 full-time jobs. State officials said the expansion will also retain the company's current workforce as it increases production capacity tied to clean energy and advanced manufacturing. "Illinois has a storied tradition as a manufacturing powerhouse, and we are thrilled Intermountain Electronics chose to expand in Centralia," Pritzker said in a statement. Intermountain Electronics manufactures heavy electrical equipment and engineered power solutions. Company officials said the expansion will significantly increase production of power distribution units, which support renewable energy systems and artificial intelligence infrastructure. The company's Centralia facility opened in 2012 with 12 employees and currently employs 141 workers. Officials said employment at the site is expected to grow to about 201 employees by the end of 2028 following completion of the expansion. "This investment reinforces our commitment to Centralia and to manufacturing in the United States," Intermountain Electronics CEO Bobby Houston said in a statement. State officials said the project is supported through Illinois' Reimagining Energy and Vehicles program, which offers incentives for companies involved in clean energy production and manufacturing. Intermountain Electronics has also partnered with Kaskaskia College, Centralia High School and the Illinois Department of Employment Security to develop apprenticeship and workforce training programs aimed at supporting hiring efforts as the company expands.
Intermountain Electronics to expand Illinois facility. The expansion will increase the plant's production of power distribution units for renewable energy sources. May 20, 2026 The expansion, which company leadership said would help meet demand for power management products from data centers and renewable energy centers, is expected to finish by the end of 2028. The power distribution units, or PDUs, the plant produces are reportedly used for managing fluctuations in energy sources from sources like solar panels and wind turbines. Illinois state leadership commenting on the announcement noted Illinois' other growing businesses in the renewable energy business, including experimental nuclear startups like Nano Nuclear and battery manufacturers like Pure Lithium. What people are saying. "This investment reinforces our commitment to Centralia and to manufacturing in the United States," said Bobby Houston, CEO of Intermountain Electronics. "Our people, our partners, and this community have been central to our success, and we're proud to continue building the future of energy and power distribution right here in Illinois." "Illinois has a storied tradition as a manufacturing powerhouse, and we are thrilled Intermountain Electronics chose to expand in Centralia. The company's expansion will advance our clean energy production, create new jobs, and support Southern Illinois communities," said Governor JB Pritzker. "In Centralia and communities across the state, investments like these are driving innovation forward and delivering new opportunities for our world-class workforce." "Intermountain Electronics' expansion in Centralia is another example of Illinois' growing leadership in clean energy manufacturing and advanced industry," said Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton. "This investment will create good-paying jobs, strengthen Southern Illinois' economy, and help ensure our state remains at the forefront of innovation, energy reliability, and workforce development for years to come." "Today's groundbreaking marks an important milestone not only for Intermountain Electronics, but for the Centralia community," said Tim Benedict, General Manager of IE's Centralia facility. "Demand for clean, reliable power is accelerating rapidly, driven by AI, data centers, and renewable energy. This expansion positions our Centralia team at the forefront of that growth while creating high-quality jobs and long-term economic opportunity for the region." Manufacturers investing in Illinois. Combe to spend $30 million to expand Illinois operations The Clearasil parent company is moving operations into the state from California. CSL breaks ground on $1.5 billion expansion for plasma therapy plant The pharmaceutical manufacturer said the expansion would add 300 new jobs. Investments in data center infrastructure. ABB to spend $200 million on medium-voltage components in Europe In March, the Swiss industrial company said it would spend $120 on a similar push in the United States. Eaton to open new $30 million Nebraska switchgear factory The power management company said the plant would be needed to meet demand from AI data centers. Arm Inc. to spend $71 million on Texas semiconductor lab expansion The Texas governor's office said the project would create 320 jobs at the Austin site. Ryan Secard joined Endeavor B2B in 2020 as a news editor for IndustryWeek. He currently contributes to IW, American Machinist, Foundry Management & Technology, and Plant Services on breaking manufacturing news, new products, plant openings and closures, and labor issues in manufacturing. Plant Services Smart Minute is a content based enewsletter where readers will find exclusive content, relevant industry news, useful case studies, access to Plant Services on-demand webcasts, and information on upcoming professional events and training opportunities. (Daily) Subscribe Today!
Utah's largest business networking organization shares its annual ranked list of the fastest growing companies in the state. SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) recognized Pure Healthcare who took the No. 1 spot at the 30th annual 2024 Utah 100 awards event. First presented in 1994, the Utah 100 is MWCN's yearly list of the fastest-growing companies in the state. "Pure Healthcare's patient-focused mission has been essential to their incredibly fast growth as more people benefit from affordable, quality care through its network of providers," said Chris Badger, chair of the MWCN Utah 100 committee
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About Intermountain Electronics
Industries
Industrial & Manufacturing
Energy
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Price, Utah
Founded
1985
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