Newnan, Georgia – Bonnell Aluminum, a subsidiary of Tredegar Corp., will invest approximately $18 million to fund an expansion project which will include the purchase of a new state-of-the-art aluminum extrusion line at its AACOA facility in Niles, Michigan. Planned startup is the second quarter 2017.
“With continued growing demand from our customers, it is exciting to invest in this additional capacity,” says Brook Hamilton, president and general manager for Bonnell Aluminum. “Our facility in Niles is ideally suited for this project, with a well-run operation and a great team in place.”
“AACOA has a solid market reputation and is highly regarded as a leader in the markets it serves. The Niles facility also serves the automotive market due to its regional location,” says Ira Endres, vice president sales and marketing. “It makes sense to increase the capacity in Niles based on demand from our customers.”
The new line will be comprised of a 3,600-ton extrusion press, housing a 9” container, handling systems, and ancillary equipment. Capacity is estimated at approximately 16 million pounds. The project also includes additional floor space to accommodate future value-added fabrication capacity.
“The addition of this new line will provide new and broader product line capabilities for our customers,” adds Hamilton.
Source: Bonnell Aluminum