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3 firms planning to expand in state ; Life sciences sector adds jobs, buildings despite flat economy

Three life sciences companies are expanding their operations in Massachusetts, the latest burst of good news for state economic development officials who are trying to bolster the sector.

Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics plans to unveil its $109 million expansion in Walpole next week. Advance Medical Inc. said it has established a new US headquarters in Boston. And Covidien Ltd. wants to add a building near its corporate headquarters in Mansfield.

"We're obviously excited about it," said Greg Bialecki, the state's undersecretary of business development. "Even in an economy that is flat overall, life sciences companies continue to pursue expansion plans and hire new people."

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