Arclin announced Oct. 22 a multimillion-dollar investment to increase Nomex® floc production capacity at its Asturias, Spain, facility. The Alpharetta, Georgia-based company said the plant will gain Nomex® paper production capability, with construction scheduled to finish by the end of 2027 and full commissioning planned for early 2028. Arclin acquired the Nomex® business in April 2026.
What it means
The Asturias site will become one of four facilities in Arclin’s global Nomex® paper manufacturing network. Arclin said it recorded record paper volume in 2026 and anticipates continued supply growth in 2027.
The Asturias facility has been part of the Nomex® manufacturing network since 1993. Arclin said Nomex® paper is used in applications including aircraft, electric vehicles, power generation and grid infrastructure.
Key facts
- Arclin announced a multimillion-dollar investment in Nomex® floc production capacity.
- The expansion is at Arclin’s Asturias, Spain, facility.
- Construction is expected to be complete by the end of 2027.
- Full commissioning is planned for early 2028.
- The plant will be one of four facilities in Arclin’s global Nomex® paper manufacturing network.
- Arclin acquired the Nomex® business in April 2026.
- Arclin reported record paper volume in 2026, according to the company.
Source: Arclin news release (PR Newswire)