Integrated Fiber Solutions Expanding Rome, Georgia Operations

Roma, GA, February 19, 2021-Integrated Fiber Solutions (IFS)--a manufacturer of synthetic bulked continuous filament yarns for the carpet, rug, and automotive industries--will invest $30 million in expanding its operations in Rome, Georgia, according to Area Development. IFS, a Shelby Peeples family company, produces polyproylene, PET and nylon 6. 

“The company will construct a new facility adjacent to their current plant, which is located at 19 Westside Industrial Boulevard." A five-year timeline has been established for the project. 

“Integrated Fiber Solutions was established in 1986 to serve the synthetic yarn needs of multiple carpet and rug industries in Georgia. With locations in Rome, Dalton, and LaFayette, the company employs approximately 600 people in northwest Georgia."

The expansion is expected to create around 40 jobs.

Pic by The Rome News-Tribune.