Leigh Fibers Expanding South Carolina Plant

Spartanburg, SC, March 26, 2010--Leigh Fibers Inc., a supplier of reprocessed and raw fibers, has announced plans to invest $10.1 million to expand its manufacturing plant in Wellford, S.C. 

“We continue to see an increase in demand for our products and services, and this expansion will help us better serve our customers as well as position us for future growth," said Keith Taylor, president of Leigh Fibers.

"Our plans to invest in the Wellford facility will not only promote job growth, but will also have a positive environmental impact on our county and state by minimizing waste going to landfills.  We believe these investments will foster an entrance into a Green Economy less impacted by foreign imports and support the manufacturing base within the state."

Leigh Fibers recycles textile waste at its plant and uses the recycled material to manufacture new fibers.

The company will add new equipment at its plant that will allow it to diversify its product offerings.  Leigh supplies materials to meet manufacturers’ particular needs in a wide range of markets, including automotive, construction, erosion control, home furnishings, nonwovens, and traditional textiles.

The company will complete the expansion over the next five years.