Cadence Inc., a Staunton, Va.-based manufacturer and supplier of advanced products, technologies and services to medical device, life-science, automotive, and industrial companies, has expanded its facility in Cranston, R.I.

In the orthopedic sector, Cadence has worked with OEM partners to develop, manufacture and assemble cutting and piercing components and assemblies used in spine; trauma; joint repair, reconstruction and replacement; laparoscopy and arthroscopy; and sports medicine.

The 34,000-square-foot expansion adds to the existing 43,000-square-foot plant.

“The need for this facility expansion is the direct result of the talent, hard work, and commitment of our employees, and our business is seeing the favorable results of their efforts,” said Brian Plummer, vice president of manufacturing at the Rhode Island facility.

The expansion creates space for new precision machining, laser processing, and automation equipment. The Rhode Island facility currently is staffed by 150 full-time employees and will continue adding jobs over the next several years, according to Cadence officials.

Cadence employs more than 475 people worldwide. In addition to Staunton and Cranston, the firm has facilities in Pittsburgh, Pa.; Sturgeon Bay, Wis.; Plymouth, Mass.; and the Dominican Republic.