Mount Vernon Mills officials in South Carolina said last week that they have more than doubled capacity to produce flame-resistant fabrics at its plant in Trion. Mount Vernon said the expansion would help it meet increased demand for flame-resistant garments to protect workers against hazards in the electrical energy and oil refining fields.
“The increase in capacity is a demonstration of our commitment to producing FR fabrics in the U.S. in our vertically integrated manufacturing facility, where we have in-house control of 25 major processes, including spinning, weaving, dyeing and FR finishing,” said Mike Woods, vice president of flame-resistant fabric sales for Mount Vernon Mills.
The company has invested more than $15 million in capital equipment to support its flame-resistant programs, according to company officials. Mount Vernon said increased capacity will allow it to continue 6-8 week delivery of its flame resistant fabrics while maintaining in-stock inventory on core products and colors that will be available for immediate shipment.
The company now employs 2,600 workers at facilities in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas and Mississippi.
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