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Hair brands to open Gwinnett distribution center

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Jan 28, 2016

Hair care brands Shake-N-Go and Model Model Hair plan to expand their distribution operations and workforce in Gwinnett County, according to a Wednesday news release.

The brands plan to open a new 100,000-square-foot warehouse in Duluth and add 100 jobs over the next five years, according to the release issued by Partnership Gwinnett, the county’s economic development agency.

The new Shake-N-Go and Model Model facility will help the firms distribute wigs, hair extensions and other accessories to U.S. and overseas customers.

The brands produce hair products that are sold in more than 4,000 beauty supply stores in the U.S., the release said.

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