Lexair Expands Manufacturing Facility

Lexair Inc. has announced an expansion to its existing operations in Lexington, Kentucky, which will create 14 new jobs and increase its current operation by 35,000 square feet, bringing its total operational space to over 78,000 square feet. The expansion will enable for additional space to house manufacturing assets from Keystone, an Emerson brand, for the U.S. Navy markets. All manufacturing for these products will move from Emerson’s Pasadena, Texas, facility to Lexair’s new and expanded factory in Lexington.

“We are going back to our roots with this acquisition,” says Lexair President Wes Allen. “We started as a defense contractor 45 years ago, and these products are very synergistic to our current operations. This expansion provides for the future viability of Lexair, benefiting its customers, employees and community for many years to come.”

Founded in 1977, Lexair is a third-generation family-owned manufacturing corporation located in Lexington. The company manufactures machine tool products, commercial hydraulic and pneumatic control valves, as well as a series of CO₂ evacuation compressors and stainless valves for the U.S. Navy. The company has been involved in the naval and industrial markets for over 45 years.

“For many years, Lexair has provided excellent customer service, product engineering, component machining and manufacturing right here in Central Kentucky,” says Bob Quick, president and CEO of Commerce Lexington. “Through new product development and acquisitions, as well as an innovative team of people, Lexair has been able to expand and grow jobs. We appreciate the company’s continued investment in Lexington and look forward to more success for Lexair in the future.”