(Manning) The Iowa Economic Development Authority Board approved an award for Puck Custom Enterprises to make an investment in the Manning facility.
Founded in 1979, Puck Custom Enterprises designs, develops and manufactures complete systems of equipment to pump liquid through lay-flat hose, offering products under the brands BullDog Hose, US Coupling and Light Speed. The company plans to invest in its Manning facility with new manufacturing equipment.
The project represents a $3 million capital investment and was awarded tax benefits and a $150,000 forgivable loan through the HQJ program. It is expected to create 40 jobs incented at a qualifying wage of $19.75 per hour.