Nestled away in the quiet farming community of Francesville is a Hoosier homegrown company, Fratco, which has manufactured drainage pipes since the early 1900’s. Fratco employs more than 70 Hoosiers in their Francesville plant, and is a major economic player in a town of just 850 people. During my stop in Pulaski County, company officials took me on a plant tour which provided a great insight into the niche of drainage pipe manufacturing.
For the past eight years, the Governor and I have worked tirelessly to make certain family businesses like Fratco continue to thrive and grow in our state. We’ve made sure that our state’s economy is strong which is exemplified through a balanced budget and AAA credit rating. Our priority has always been to create an environment where businesses are able to grow and expand here in Indiana. During the past three years Fratco has grown twice. Few things are more rewarding than seeing a company expand and grow at a time when we most need jobs.
The Overmyer family, which owns Fratco, was a recipient of our state’s half century award for business longevity. I know their strong business model and quality products will keep them in business for many years to come. I look forward to hearing about their growth as I know they’ll help keep Indiana prosperous.
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| Lt. Governor Skillman learns about plastic drain pipe manufactuering during a plant tour at Fratco |
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