Westlake Pipe & Fittings Announces Investment to Manufacture PVCO Pipe
23 Mayo 2024 - 5:00AM
Business Wire
Company reinforces its commitment to innovation
with a substantial investment in state-of-the-art PVCO
manufacturing
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake Corporation
(NYSE: WLK), has announced plans to build a new molecular-oriented
polyvinyl chloride (PVCO) pipe plant at its manufacturing site in
Wichita Falls, Texas. The facility expansion marks a significant
milestone in Westlake's commitment to growth, innovation, and job
creation in the region.
The expansion plan includes the addition of a 190,000
square-foot facility to the existing site situated at 3348
Industrial Drive, leveraging the region’s strategic geographic
location in the heart of the United States.
This investment will enhance Westlake Pipe & Fittings’
product portfolio with the expansion of PVCO pipe manufacturing, an
advanced molecular-oriented PVC pipe the business introduced in
2021, in Canada. Using cutting-edge technology, Westlake Pipe &
Fittings PVCO pipe sets the standard in the industry by offering
superior strength, durability, and potable water conveyance. The
innovative material streamlines the assembly process, delivers
exceptional performance, and a reduced environmental footprint.
“This strategic expansion reflects our commitment to pioneering
advancements in processing technology, delivering sustainable
products, and providing customer-centric solutions,” said Andre
Battistin, vice president, Westlake Pipe & Fittings. “The
introduction of PVCO pipe manufacturing in the region reaffirms our
dedication to offering customers an unparalleled selection of PVC
pipe and fittings.”
Westlake Pipe & Fittings expects the expansion to create new
jobs for skilled professionals, and the company has worked closely
with local government officials to secure their support for
incentives related to the expansion. Construction is currently
slated to begin by the end of 2024.
About Westlake Pipe & Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a Westlake division, is one of the
largest polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings manufacturers in North
America. With 23 manufacturing and distribution locations, the
company supplies gasketed, solvent weld and restrained joint pipes
and a wide range of fittings for a diverse list of markets,
including municipal water and sewer, plumbing, electrical, water
well, pool & spa, and agriculture & irrigation. Westlake
Pipe & Fittings is an industry leader in product development
with Certa-Lok® spline-lock technology and pipe and fitting systems
that are focused on building A Better Foundation™. To learn more,
visit the website at WestlakePipe.com and follow us on LinkedIn and
Facebook.
About Westlake
Westlake Corporation (NYSE:WLK) is a global manufacturer and
supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life
every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia,
Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital
solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and
healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit
the Company's web site at www.westlake.com.
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