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Honda NC Facility Shuts Down Temporarily

Honda Power Equipment Mfg., Inc. (HPE) announced on March 25 that it is adjusting production at its plant in Swepsonville, NC. This is due to parts supply issues related to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. HPE suspended production for seven days on Thursday, March 26. HPE makes a variety of power equipment products, including general purpose engines, lawnmowers, water pumps, snow throwers, generators and mini-tillers.

Honda will continue to monitor the availability of supplier parts, evaluate conditions and make additional adjustments as necessary. HPE will continue full pay for all of its associates and contingent workers during this time. Approximately 29,400 Honda production associates in North America are affected by the temporary suspension. In addition, Honda will utilize this time to continue deep cleaning its production facilities and common areas to further protect associates upon their return to the plants.

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Minor Karnes, formerly with Tilton Equipment Co., with the help of his two sons Jason and Michael has taken his experience and knowledge to establish his own importing and distributing company Karnes Enterprise in 2016. With over 40 years in the Chainsaw Industry, Karnes Enterprise is a leading distributor specializing in chainsaw chains, guide bars, sprockets, sharpening tools and much more. Offering products from some of the most popular brand names in the industry. Over the years Minor has developed great long-term relationships with the families and people behind the Archer, Tecomec and TsuMura brands.