GAF to build new plant in Kansas to manufacture roofing materials and shingles
GAF has announced plans to construct a new shingle plant in Newton, Kansas. The Standard Industries company, which specializes in roofing and waterproofing manufacturing, will generate more than 130 new jobs for the surrounding area. The plant will be used to manufacture roofing products, including GAF Timberline HDZ and GAF Timberline ArmorShield II shingles. Construction on the new facility will begin in June 2024, with operations beginning in 2027 and full production capacity achieved in 2029.
In a recent quote, John Altmeyer, CEO of GAF, said, "This new facility allows us to meet growing customer demand for our market-leading roofing products and expands our ability to innovate as we look to the future. We are excited to work with city and state officials throughout this process to build a state-of-the-art factory that will generate new, good paying jobs and support the greater Newton area through meaningful community involvement."
Governor Laura Kelly added, "GAF's expansion into Kansas once again showcases our status as a national leader in advanced manufacturing. The company's innovative production methods and proven track record of community involvement make it an ideal partner for Newton and the entire state."
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Alexis Gajewski is a manufacturing writer and editor with nearly 20 years of experience covering the people, practices, and technologies that keep industrial facilities running. For more than a decade, she served as Senior Content Strategist for Plant Services, creating content for plant managers, engineers, and maintenance professionals on a variety of industrial topics.
During her tenure, Alexis worked to develop the brand’s digital strategy and helped launch and produce Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast. She also created The Lighter Side of Manufacturing, a weekly blog that explored the inventive and sometimes humorous side of the industry.
Alexis co-founded Influential Women in Manufacturing, a recognition program that honored 49 women in its first two years, earned an industry award for Best Product Launch, and received a proclamation from Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a commendation from U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth.
She also led newsroom operations and development at a large media company where she set editorial standards, developed training curriculum, and helped support AI adoption for more than 150 editors across 80+ brands spanning manufacturing, industrial processing, automation, and more.
Additionally, Alexis works as a freelance writer and editor, and her areas of interest include continuous improvement, the skilled workforce, and the role of emerging technology on the plant floor.
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