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Sonoco Expands Wood Reels Capacity to Meet AI Data Center Demand

Jul 30, 2026, 4:48 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Capex-driven capacity expansion can improve utilization, reduce lead times, and support revenue growth in a high-growth demand environment; historically such expansions correlate with improved margins when utilization improves.

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Sonoco is investing over $25 million to expand Wood Reels manufacturing and assembly capacity, boosting footprint by more than 30% across Hartselle, AL and Jefferson, TX. The Hartselle expansion adds about 15% incremental nailed wood capacity and 33% more floorspace, with upgraded QC and automation to improve throughput. The expansion supports faster local service and could lift packaging demand tied to AI/data-center and grid modernization projects.

  • Wood Reels expansion targets AI data-center demand; capacity growth underway.
  • Invested just over $25M since 2024; footprint up >30%.
  • Hartselle adds 15% incremental capacity; floorspace up ~33%.
  • 22 assembly centers; faster service near customers.

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