Avtron Power Solutions LLC Expands in Northeast Ohio

CLEVELAND, Ohio, October 26, 2026 - Avtron Power Solutions LLC, a leading worldwide producer of load banks, and a business unit of Legrand, announced plans to create 150 new jobs and retain 285 positions in the Village of Valley View and Seven Hills to serve a growing customer base. The Ohio Department of Development (ODOD) approved the project for tax credit assistance during its Ohio Tax Credit Authority meeting today.

The company, providing power testing equipment that verifies the reliability of backup generators, is scaling up its manufacturing operations, including the addition of 12 new product lines.

Since its founding in the 1950's, Avtron has called Northeast Ohio home. Through hiring, expanding production footprint, and increased localized purchases, Avtron continues to invest in the region," expressed Zac Bridgeman, VP and General Manager of Avtron. "We're thankful for the support which enables continued growth for Avtron

The project was secured through the collective efforts of the Village of Valley View, Cuyahoga County, Seven Hills, ODOD, JobsOhio, and Team NEO.

Avtron's expansion is a strong example of an Ohio manufacturer growing alongside some of the world's fastest-moving industries and stepping up to meet increasing power needs," said JobsOhio President and CEO J.P. Nauseef. "New product lines and 150 new jobs in Cuyahoga County show that our state's workforce and business climate continue to attract global investment and reinforce Ohio's role as a hub for power technology and manufacturing.

The majority of the new jobs will be based in the Village of Valley View. "The Village of Valley View is proud to have Avtron Power Solutions as a member of our business community," Village of Valley View Mayor Matthew March. "We are glad they've chosen to expand here, and we look forward to many more years of positive partnership and growth."

As demand for reliable, resilient power continues to grow, companies like Avtron Power Solutions LLC play an increasingly important role in supporting businesses and critical operations," said Team NEO Chief Executive Officer Matt Dolan. "We're pleased to support Avtron Power Solutions LLC as it expands to meet growing customer demand, creates new jobs, and strengthens our region.

About Avtron Power Solutions LLC

Avtron Power Solutions is the leading global provider of load banks and other power testing solutions, serving a wide range of industries including data centers, critical power, renewable energy, and industrial manufacturing. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Avtron Power Solutions delivers reliable and effective solutions that ensure critical power is available when the world needs it. For more information about Avtron Power Solutions please visit http://www.avtronpower.com.

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide. The Group harnesses technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical, digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Drawing on an approach that involves all teams and stakeholders, Legrand is pursuing a strategy of profitable and responsible growth driven by acquisitions and innovation, with a steady flow of new offerings that include products with enhanced value in use (energy and digital transition solutions: datacenters, digital lifestyles and energy transition offerings). www.legrand.us

About Team NEO

Team NEO is a private, nonprofit economic development organization that retains, expands, and attracts jobs, businesses, and opportunities across Northeast Ohio's 14-county region. As JobsOhio's exclusive partner in Northeast Ohio, Team NEO connects businesses to the data, resources, sites, and incentives to win new business investment for Northeast Ohio. The organization also provides insights to build talent pipelines, prepares development-ready sites, and markets the region as a premier business destination. To learn how Team NEO helps make Northeast Ohio more competitive, visit teamneo.org.

About JobsOhio

JobsOhio, Ohio's private nonprofit economic development corporation, enhances company growth and personnel development through business attraction, retention, and expansion across 10 competitive industry sectors. With a team of seasoned professionals, JobsOhio utilizes a comprehensive network to foster talent production in targeted industries and attract talent through Find Your Ohio. Collaborating with seven regional partners, including Dayton Development Coalition, Lake to River Economic Development, Ohio Southeast Economic Development, One Columbus, REDI Cincinnati, Regional Growth Partnership, and Team NEO. JobsOhio delivers world-class customer service to provide companies with a competitive advantage. In 2026, Ohio was named CNBC's Top State for Business. Learn more at www.jobsohio.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X , Instagram, and Facebook.