1. Owens Corning will build a new shingle plant in Prattville, Alabama. 2. Construction starts in early 2026, with production beginning in 2027. 3. The facility will create nearly 100 skilled manufacturing jobs. 4. It will enhance the Roofing manufacturing network in the U.S. 5. The plant will produce high-performing laminate shingles with advanced technology.
The new plant signals strategic growth, similar to previous expansions that uplifted stock prices. Increased production capacity can lead to higher sales, boosting revenue.
The new facility indicates Owens Corning's commitment to growth and market presence, which may positively influence investor perception significantly.
The effects of the plant's operations won't manifest until 2027, aligning long-term growth with competitive expansion in the roofing sector. Historical expansions have shown positive trends in such scenarios.
Owens Corning (NYSE:OC), a building products leader, today announced that it has selected Prattville, Alabama as the location for its new shingle plant in the southeastern United States. This strategic investment, which was announced earlier this year, will expand the company's Roofing manufacturing network.
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Owens Corning has selected Prattville, Alabama as the location for its new shingle plant in the southeastern United States. Construction on the 250,000-square-foot plant is expected to start in early 2026, with production beginning in 2027. The facility will create nearly 100 skilled manufacturing jobs, and operate leading technology including advanced automation.
The Prattville facility will operate a four-wide laminator capable of producing around six million squares of laminate shingles per year. The additional capacity will be used to manufacture high-performing products including the company's Duration® series, which feature patented SureNail® technology for strength and durability. It will also support the biggest asphalt shingle region in the country, while enhancing service across the company's entire shingle network.
Construction on the 250,000-square-foot plant is expected to start in early 2026, with production beginning in 2027. The facility will create nearly 100 skilled manufacturing jobs, and operate leading technology including advanced automation.
"The new Prattville facility will service our growing contractor network as we strengthen our U.S. manufacturing footprint," said Nico Del Monaco, Roofing President. "We are proud to join the Prattville community and expand Owens Corning's presence in Alabama. This is an attractive location to service our customers, with a dedicated workforce that takes pride in producing a quality product. We look forward to deepening our engagement with the local community."
Following the completion of the Prattville facility, the Roofing business will operate 17 asphalt roofing and components plants in the U.S.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
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