DuPont Safety and Construction Announces Big Investment in Kevlar® and Nomex® Business and Launches Product Revolution in the Next 50 Years
Since March, DuPont Safety and Construction has announced two consecutive months of investment in its Kevlar® and Nomex® businesses to drive innovation and increase productivity.
On March 19, DuPont Safety and Construction announced that it has invested US$50 million in the global business of DuPontTM Kevlar® brand fiber, which involves bulletproofing, personal protection, various composite materials and reinforced applications. As the world leader in safety and protection The brand, this investment will meet more and more advanced customer demands through more advanced automation technology, promote productivity, and further improve product performance. In addition to capital investment, there are nearly 50 people from Kevlar® Global Business Unit devoted to Kevlar® fiber. Continuous improvement of performance and the development of a new generation of revolutionary innovation.
John Richard, vice president of DuPontTM Kevlar® and Nomex® business vice presidents, said: “Five years ago, Kevlar® branded protection solutions gained industry recognition. Since then, more and more customers have valued our brands. The quality, reliability and outstanding performance have chosen us. Kevlar® today's market leadership comes from our ability to deal with the toughest challenges. This investment will drive the further expansion of the Kevlar® brand in the field of fiber science and will also be in the future. Within 50 years, to provide our customers with more possibilities. For more than 50 years, Kevlar® has been constantly exploring new application areas to help people Dare BiggerTM - we will continue to think and innovate.
In less than a month, DuPont Safety and Construction announced on April 9 that it will complete the filament expansion project of Nomex® plant in Asturias, Spain. The total investment of the project is more than US$60 million. Commercialization of products in early 2019. Nomex® brand fibers are flame-retardant and heat-resistant. Since the invention, they have provided material support for key processes and processes for various productions. They have also provided reliable safety protection for millions of people around the world. They also manufacture Nomex®. The main material of insulating paper. The Nomex® filament project will help meet the market demand for automotive hoses, protective clothing, fire protection and aviation.
Mr. John Richard said: 'These investments are just a beginning. DuPont will continue to invest and support ongoing projects to increase our global productivity and competitiveness and support strong market demand.'