Johns Manville, a global materials manufacturer and Berkshire Hathaway company, is set to increase its glass microfibre capacity by early 2016 at its plant in Waterville, Ohio.
Martin Kleinebrecht, marketing & portfolio management leader for JM engineered products said, “We have initiated several productivity projects and line modifications that will noticeably increase our microfibre capacity. We continue to experience a strong global demand for glass microfibre, and we fully expect this trend to continue over the next several years.”Johns Manville, a global materials manufacturer and Berkshire Hathaway company, is set to increase its glass microfibre capacity by early 2016 at its#
Kleinebrecht added that JM is exploring a number of additional investments in its glass microfibre business.
JM has maintained a large presence in Waterville since 1958. In addition to glass microfibre, JM manufacturers a variety of premium-quality products at this location including wet and dry chop glass fibres, single-end rovings, and nonwoven fibreglass mat. These materials are used in roofing, gypsum wallboard and specialty applications, as well as in plastic reinforcement and weaving, the company said on its website.
As a leading manufacturer of glass microfibre, JM has a dedicated team in place to serve its customers worldwide. Glass microfibre products are widely used in filtration and advanced lead-acid battery applications.
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality products for building insulation, mechanical insulation, commercial roofing, and roof insulation, as well as fibres and nonwovens for commercial, industrial, and residential applications. (GK)
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