09/18/2026
Marshall Economic Development Corporation Supports mLife Diagnostics Manufacturing Expansion with New Product Trial Program
The Marshall Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and mLife Diagnostics LLC have launched a Product Trial Program to support mLife’s manufacturing expansion in Marshall and introduce prospective customers to locally manufactured drug-testing products.
Approved companies, government agencies and other organizations will be able to evaluate mLife’s oral-fluid and urine-based testing products at no cost.
“We are extremely pleased that MEDC recognizes the potential of what we are building here in Marshall and is willing to help us introduce our products to new customers,” said Alan Loudermilk, Chief Executive Officer of mLife Diagnostics. “Our goal is to develop innovative products, manufacture them here, create good local jobs and build a company that can sell Marshall-made products throughout Texas and across the country.”
BUILDING ON A LOCAL SUCCESS STORY
Earlier this year, mLife worked with Harrison County Sheriff B.J. Fletcher and his department to develop a customized multi-drug urine test based on the specific needs of the Harrison County Jail.
According to Sheriff B.J. Fletcher: “Working with mLife showed us the advantages of having a manufacturer right here in our community. They listened to what we needed and developed a product specifically for the challenges we see in our working environment. We are able to purchase an American-made product locally and have direct access to the people making it. The responsiveness, support and delivery have been excellent.”
The MEDC-sponsored program will give other organizations an opportunity to evaluate mLife’s products and determine whether they can address their specific drug-testing needs.
According to Rush Harris, Executive Director, MEDC: “Economic development isn’t only about recruiting new companies to Marshall; it’s also about helping the companies already here grow and reach new markets. mLife is investing in manufacturing in Marshall, and this program gives prospective customers an opportunity to experience its products and customer support firsthand. Helping a Marshall manufacturer reach new customers, grow sales and ultimately create additional jobs and investment here is exactly the kind of economic development we want to encourage.”
MADE-IN-MARSHALL
mLife manufactures rapid oral-fluid and urine drug-testing products at its Marshall facility for workplace, forensic, law-enforcement and other applications. Products can be configured for individual customer requirements.
“Sheriff Fletcher gave us an opportunity to listen to a customer’s needs and build a product around them,” Loudermilk said. “That’s really the model we want to expand.”
Approved participants will receive products, instructions and training, technical and customer support, and follow-up assistance during the evaluation period.
ABOUT mLife Diagnostics LLC
mLife Diagnostics LLC is a Marshall, Texas-based manufacturer of rapid drug-testing and other diagnostic products, including oral-fluid and urine-based testing products.
ABOUT Marshall Economic Development Corporation
The Marshall Economic Development Corporation supports business development, investment, job creation and economic growth in Marshall, Texas.
MEDIA CONTACT
mLife Diagnostics LLC
Alan Loudermilk, Chief Executive Officer
511 North Washington Avenue
Marshall, Texas 75670
833-654-3339 | [email protected]
Marshall Economic Development Corporation
Rush Harris, Executive Director
100 N. Bolivar, Suite 206
Marshall, Texas 75670
903-934-8035 | [email protected]
