# Microchip Technology expands Tuscaloosa plant for atomic clock production

Microchip Technology completed a $4.9 million expansion of its Tuscaloosa plant, adding 15,000 square feet of manufacturing space and creating 14 new jobs. The facility produces hydrogen maser atomic clocks for timing systems.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2026-04-27
- Where: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
- Value: $4.90M
- Jobs: 14
- Starts operating: 27 Apr 2026
- Status: completed
- Capacity: 15,000 square feet
- Products: hydrogen maser atomic clocks
- Sectors: [Semiconductors and Industrial Electronics](https://endata.com/sectors/semiconductors-electronics.md)

## Companies

- [Microchip Technology](https://endata.com/companies/23471.md)

## Sources

- [tuscaloosanews.com](https://www.tuscaloosanews.com/story/news/2026/04/28/microchip-plant-tuscaloosa-makes-atomic-clocks-for-global-use/89666634007/), 2026-04-28: "The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 15,000 square-foot manufacturing expansion took place April 27."

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