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Trelleborg expands engineered coated fabrics business in US

19 Jul '24
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Trelleborg expands engineered coated fabrics business in US
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  • Trelleborg is investing in a new production facility in Rutherfordton, US, to bolster its position in engineered coated fabrics.
  • The expansion targets key sectors such as aircraft escape slides, water infrastructure, healthcare, and outdoor products.
  • The facility, slated to be LEED-certified and carbon-neutral, will commence operations in early 2026.
Trelleborg Group has decided to invest in a new production facility to expand its business for engineered coated fabrics in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, US. The establishment will primarily aim to strengthen Trelleborg's leading positions in aircraft escape slides, water infrastructure, and advanced materials for healthcare and outdoor products.

“The investment creates opportunities for continued growth in our globally leading business in engineered coated fabrics, which is part of the Trelleborg Industrial Solutions business area. Through this expansion, we are adding new technology, production and development capacity in a state-of-the-art facility, strengthening our role as a long-term partner to our customers," said Peter Nilsson, president and CEO of Trelleborg Group.

The new building will be LEED-certified, and operations will be carbon-neutral. The investment also enables increased use of bio-based polymers and recycled raw materials. Groundbreaking is scheduled for the fourth quarter of this year, with production starting in early 2026, the company said in a press release.

Trelleborg has industry-leading expertise in engineered coated fabrics. With global testing capabilities and a portfolio that includes the most comprehensive range of fabrics and coatings, Trelleborg develops fabrics with unique properties tailored for demanding applications.

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