Shaw Industries Group confirmed this week that it is investing $184 million in its manufacturing facility in Andalusia, where fiber used to manufacture carpet is created.
The Star-News first reported the investment in April, when the company filed for and received the abatement of taxes associated with the construction from the City of Andalusia, the Covington County Commission, and the State of Alabama.
Shaw officials said the project includes construction of new and expanded building assets, and installation of substantial amounts of new manufacturing equipment. The company is based in Dalton, Ga.
“These investments will ensure the long-term viability of this critical operation within Shaw’s portfolio of manufacturing facilities. They are designed to improve the plant’s ability to compete successfully in the marketplace for the short and long term,” Shaw Chairman and CEO Vance Bell said.
“This facility upgrade will utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative processes that will be industry-leading in cost and quality,” he added.
The changes will improve efficiency and production as well as ergonomics and safety for the more than 1,000 associates who work at the Alabama plant, Shaw said. Additionally, improvements to chillers and the use of new equipment stand to improve energy efficiency. Read More>