VFP Inc. to expand in Scott County, add 50 jobs

DUFFIELD, Va. (WCYB) — VFP Inc. is investing $5 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Scott County, Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Monday.

The expansion will add 50 jobs at its Duffield Regional Industrial Park location.

Founded in 1965 and headquartered in Roanoke County, the company manufactures custom building solutions designed to protect critical equipment. VFP manufactures a variety of products ranging from heavyweight concrete to lightweight, flexible metal shelters that can be customized. VFP shelters are used primarily by utility providers, municipalities, data centers, and broadband providers, and can be found on all seven continents.

Below are quotes from various officials.

“The success of long-term corporate partners like VFP Inc. is a prime example of what can be accomplished in Virginia,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “Virginia’s robust data center industry relies on manufacturers like VFP, and those synergies have created a robust ecosystem of partners and suppliers.”

“We are committed to a best-in-class business environment to attract and retain companies like VFP, Inc., that have an impact in multiple market sectors,” said Secretary of Commerce and Trade Caren Merrick. “The top-rated talent in Virginia helps companies like VFP thrive.”

“In 2025, VFP will celebrate 60 years of excellence in building design and manufacturing, providing quality pre-manufactured structures to the telecommunications, data center, utility, public safety, and broadband industries,” said President/CEO of VFP Inc. Scott File. “Since relocating to Scott County over 25 years ago, VFP has experienced continued growth across all market sectors. VFP attributes this success to the loyalty and talent of our employee-owners who share the common goal of supplying industry leading, quality products and services to our valued customers. VFP is grateful to be in Scott County with an available workforce and local talent who can meet our vast manufacturing needs. We owe special thanks for the continued support and assistance received over the years from local, regional, and state agencies.”

“Scott County is fortunate to be a partner in this project,” said Scott County Board of Supervisors Chairman Michael Brickey. “Thanks for all the hard work and dedication that has gone into this exciting announcement. There is no doubt that VFP will continue to thrive and grow.”

“VFP, Inc. has consistently contributed to the local economy in Scott County through the creation of initial jobs and investment and expanding their facility five times over the past 20 plus years,” said Scott County Economic Development Chairman Roger Fraysier. “We appreciate the new jobs and investment that this expansion provides to the county and the region.”

“Our region continues to compete at a high level for manufacturing facilities and jobs,”said Senator Todd Pillion. “This is a reflection of our strong workforce and business-friendly regulatory and policy environment that incentivizes investment.”

“For more than 25 years, VFP has developed and thrived in Scott County,” said Delegate Terry Kilgore. “VFP’s expansion solidifies its commitment to not only Scott County, but Southwest Virginia as a whole. In an ever-developing technological landscape, the importance of protecting the infrastructure for telecommunications, public safety radio, data centers, and utility projects are more important now than ever before. By investing in our region, VFP knows it will maintain the resources needed to achieve its goals of supplying industry leading products and services to their customers. When approving a $75,000 grant for this project, Governor Youngkin upheld his ongoing promise of accelerating Southwest Virginia.”