Sapience Automation establishes Berkeley County facility

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Automation and robot integration company Sapience Automation has established operations in Berkeley County with a $500,000 investment that is expected to create 26 jobs.

Sapience focuses on the integration of industrial robots for manufacturers, working through automation, optimization and other operations.

“Sapience Automation has a lot of experience with advanced automotive and aerospace manufacturing systems but is also designed to work efficiently with smaller shops that may require less complex automation,” Sapience Automation President and CEO Martin Rola said in a news release. “That is one of our main focuses, and we’re excited to be in Berkeley County because we are surrounded by many customers in each category.”

According to the release, the company’s new facility, in Suite 5 at 2079 Wambaw Creek Road in Charleston, will allow it to grow its current operations and increase collaboration with local schools, which will assist in training students for jobs in the automation industry. Sapience Automation has a nonprofit that supports mechatronics and robotics programs at the high school level.

“This announcement is continued proof that Berkeley County is a top choice for companies in the manufacturing industry to set up or expand their operations,” Berkeley County Supervisor Johnny Cribb said in the release. “We are also confident that Sapience will create high-quality, cutting-edge job opportunities for our local workforce.”

Charleston Regional Development Alliance Chairman John Hagerty said the company is a welcome asset to the region’s advanced manufacturing industry.

“Advanced industries led the post-recession employment recovery and are America’s best opportunity to support innovative, inclusive and sustainable growth,” Hagerty said. “Sapience Automation’s decision to locate in the Charleston region demonstrates that this market offers the competitive advantages innovative companies need to succeed.”

Sapience Automation’s Berkeley County facility is currently online and is ramping up operations; individuals interested in employment there can contact the company through its website.