Performance Fibers to expand non-tyre capacity in Germany

Richmond, Virginia - Performance Fibers intends to expand its polyester yarn plant in Germany. This is the second expansion since acquiring the business last year.

The company said it will invest in spinning machines in early 2008 at its Bad Hersfeld plant to increase capacity of tie-yarn for weft-insertion fabrics by 30 percent, to meet strong demand from customers, mainly in the non-rubber sector. Performance Fibers produces high-tenacity 80 dtex yarns used in premium applications such as back-lit signs and billboards.

The planned expansion follows investment in draw winder machinery for low-denier industrial (LDI) yarn. These yarns are used in sewing, embroidery, outdoor fabric, awnings, banners, outdoor signs, flags, technical textiles and apparel.

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Press release from Performance Fibers