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GAF Celebrates Golden Shovel Groundbreaking for State-of-the-Art Roofing Manufacturing Facility, Bringing 130+ Skilled Jobs to Newton, Kansas
- GAF, North America's largest roofing manufacturer, began construction on a new shingle facility in Newton, Kansas, on June 5, 2025.
- GAF decided to build in Kansas to meet growing customer demand and invest long-term in the community and local economy.
- The facility will feature advanced manufacturing equipment, create over 130 skilled jobs, and start production in 2027 reaching full capacity by mid-2029.
- John Barkhouse stated that the new location will enhance GAF's capacity to serve an increasing customer base, demonstrating the company's dedication to the Harvey County community.
- The project marks a major economic development milestone in Newton and signals GAF’s dedication to community partnership and stable industry job growth.
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GAF Celebrates Golden Shovel Groundbreaking for State-of-the-Art Roofing Manufacturing Facility, Bringing 130+ Skilled Jobs to Newton, Kansas
New facility to boost local economy, expand GAF's national manufacturing footprint, and support long-term community partnerships in Harvey County
GAF Breaks Ground on New State-of-the-Art Facility In Newton, KS - CCR-Mag.com
GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced that construction has begun on its new, world-class shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. GAF leadership, local and state officials, and members of the Newton community gathered for a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the beginning of construction and celebrate this major investment in Kansas manufacturing and econom…
GAF Celebrates Golden Shovel Groundbreaking for State-of-the-Art Roofing Manufacturing Facility, Bringing 130+ Skilled Jobs to Newton, Kansas - The Morning Sun
New facility to boost local economy, expand GAF's national manufacturing footprint, and support long-term community partnerships in Harvey CountyNEWTON, Kan., June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America's largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced that construction has begun on its new, world-class shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. GAF leadership, local and state official…
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