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DuPont invests $500 million to increase Kevlar production

25/09/2007
 
Delaware-based chemicals company DuPont is to expand production of its high performance Kevlar fibre. The company plans to invest more than $500 million, starting with increased production at its site in Richmond, Virginia.

It is anticipated that its total Kevlar production capacity will be 25% higher by 2010.

Vice president and general manager – DuPont Advanced Fiber Systems, Thomas Powell, said that global demand for the fibre has risen as a result of the “growing need for safety and security worldwide.” He said that: “High energy prices have increased demand for the lightweight strength of Kevlar in the aerospace, oil and gas and automotive industries.”

Kevlar is an ultralight, strong synthetic fibre that can be used for items such as cut-and-abrasion-resistant apparel, gloves and accessories.

 


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