Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced manufacturing is a top industry in Dalton. Known as the "Carpet Capital of the World," Dalton is home to several Fortune 500 companies in the carpet and floor covering industry, including Shaw Industries, Mohawk Industries and Beaulieu Group.

Shaw Industries, Inc. in Dalton, GA.

Innovation, Expansions Make Dalton's Carpet Industry More Competitive
The carpet and floor covering industry in the Greater Dalton area is emerging from the recent recession stronger than ever.
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Dalton Carpet Manufacturers Work Toward Sustainable Future
Dalton's carpet manufacturing industry is stepping up its long-held commitment to environmentally friendly practices.
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Mohawk Industries in Dalton, GA

Dalton's Reputation in Carpet Draws Foreign Investment
The resurgence of Dalton's carpet industry is drawing international investment.
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IVC headquarters in Dalton, GA

Greater Dalton Diversifies Manufacturing Sector
For decades, Dalton has been known as the “Carpet Capital of the World," but city, county and business leaders in Greater Dalton are working to build on that reputation by attracting a wider diversity of advanced manufacturers.
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Dalton-Whitfield Economic Development Sponsors

Shaw Industries Group Inc.
City of Dalton
State Farm - Dan Combs
Dalton-Whitfield Joint Development Authority
US Floors
Dalton Utilities
North Georgia Electric Membership Corporation
Dalton Public Schools
Dalton-Whitfield Regional Solid Waste Management Authority
Beaulieu of America
Mohawk Industries
Coldwell Banker Commercial – Kinard Realty
Minor, Bell & Neal
Bank of America
Lyle Industries Inc.
Alrol of America
J&J Industries Commercial Carpet
Alliance National Bank
Hamilton Health
Courtyard Marriott
h2b Creative
Downtown Dalton Development Authority

Dalton-Whitfield Economic Development Guide To Services

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