AMPAL opens aluminium powder line in Pennsylvania
AMPAL, Inc, a subsidiary of United States Metal Powders, Inc (USMP) based in Palmerton, Pennsylvania, USA, recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new production line for nodular and spherical aluminium powders. Full production is expected to commence in early August.
More than 100 people reportedly attended the event, including AMPAL staff, customers, suppliers, members of the Board of Directors, and public officials. USMP president, Eric Degenfelder, opened the event, stating, “This is not only about our new production line, but also a celebration of our strong team at AMPAL”.
To support the company’s expansion, AMPAL plans to add fifteen new jobs in 2025. Ryan Mackenzie, the US Congressman representing the facility’s location, stated that the production line is an “incredible expansion for the local community.”
Board member Patrick Ramsey stated, “We are thrilled to support this expansion. Production is the lifeblood of this company.”
During the tour of the facility, Degenfelder noted that the new line has implemented ‘state-of-the-art’ technology as part of the company’s focus on safety alongside productivity and quality.
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