Company investing over $60M, creating 70 new jobs

FARNBOROUGH, U.K. (July 23, 2024) – Taber Extrusions is expanding its facility in Russellville, Arkansas, introducing the largest direct extrusion press in North America. The company is investing over $60 million in the expansion and expects to create 70 new jobs.

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders joined company executives and state economic development officials for the announcement of the expansion at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow. The announcement was made at the Forum Main Stage at the USA Partnership Pavilion.

"We are excited for this expansion as it provides the capability and capacity needed in the large shape extrusion market, said Chuck Stout, President of Taber Extrusions. “This investment highlights our commitment to continue to serve our national defense, aerospace, and large industrial market partners.”

The state-of-the-art 10,000 UST Front Load, Direct press features cutting-edge machinery featuring a 16-inch (406mm) container and can handle profiles up to 600mm wide.  It is designed to meet the rigorous demands of the aerospace industry and is expected to go live in 2026.

“Announcements like this don’t happen by accident,” said Governor Sanders. “It took pro-growth policies in Little Rock, a pro-business mentality in Russellville, and a proactive presence at events like the Farnborough Airshow to secure Taber’s investment. I’m grateful to this great Arkansas company for their continued commitment to the Natural State.”

Taber Extrusions has been in business in the Russellville area for five decades. The company pioneered a process for extruding rectangular billet which enables the company to extrude solid profiles up to 31 inches wide or hollows up to 29 inches. 

“It’s an honor to join Taber Extrusions at the Farnborough International Airshow to announce its latest expansion in Russellville Arkansas,” said Clint O’Neal, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission. “Taber Extrusions has operated in Arkansas since 1976, and we look forward to many more years of business success for them. Congratulations to the City of Russellville on this economic development win, which creates 70 new jobs in the River Valley region.”

"As someone who calls Russellville home, I am proud that Taber Extrusions has chosen our vibrant community for their expansion,” said Dr. Megan Selman, president and CEO of the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce. “This decision speaks volumes about the strength of our local economy and the high quality of life in Russellville. Our strategic location and dynamic business environment make it the ideal place for companies to grow and succeed." 

“Taber Extrusions has been a cornerstone of Russellville for as long as I can remember,” said Russellville Mayor Fred Teague. “The presence of the Taber brand in our community exemplifies how local efforts can have a global impact. Our residents create products that touch lives around the world, and I am thrilled to witness the Taber brand's local expansion. I look forward to collaborating with everyone involved in this exciting development. I am confident that this expansion will bring new job opportunities, benefiting both Russellville and many families in our area.”

“Taber Extrusions has been a steadfast partner, employer, and manufacturer in our community for half a century,” said Pope County Judge Ben Cross. “As one of the bedrock fabricators of some of the world’s most premier aluminum products, this investment in our county will ensure good quality jobs and local growth in this sector, keeping “Made in America” at the forefront of their commitment to excellence.  I applaud Taber Extrusions, the Arkansas Economic Development Commission, and the Russellville Regional Alliance for Economic Development, on their combined efforts to see this day come to fruition.”

To learn more about available positions and apply, visit www.taberextrusions.com/careers.

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About Taber Extrusions

Taber Extrusions is an American aluminum extrusion company and your ideal partner for full-service aluminum extrusions. Excelling in the manufacture of complex and intricate extrusions, Taber Extrusions handles projects that other competitors may find difficult or impossible. Taber utilizes an extensive range of extrusion presses, including 1800, 3000, and the notably large 8600-ton press, offering unparalleled flexibility and capabilities in profile extrusion.

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