The first reversal since 2006 reflects rising mainland wages that could accelerate this “reshoring” phenomenon, the flip side of offshoring. Over the past five years, monthly factory pay in major Chinese cities has risen between 20 and 30 percent.

With international labor appearing to be much less expensive than domestic labor, many American companies opt to “offshore” their manufacturing. This form of outsourcing may save corporations money, but it also takes jobs away from local employees.

“We have steadily grown our business and our capabilities,” Bartlett said. The diverse molder is seeing growth in many of its markets, partly a result of reshoring manufacturing from Asia. Some companies have found the long delivery times from Asia cumbersome.

This expansion adds support for Legacy’s reshoring efforts of its many proprietary products including Flexzilla air hose. Mark Weems, president of Legacy, said, “Legacy is committed to the continued development of superior products designed and …