The Idaho-based manufacturer brings sustainable, fire-resistant building materials as LA rebuilds
March 31, 2025
Idaho-based Hempitecture is expanding its presence in Los Angeles with a new fulfillment hub. This strategic move will make it easier and more cost-efficient for architects, builders, and developers to access Hempitecture’s sustainable, fire-resistant building materials in one of the largest markets.
The company’s RISE Center—Research, Innovate, Support, and Evolve—specializes in testing its premium roofing and waterproofing products under simulated storm conditions.
GAF announced it has begun hiring for key leadership positions to head up its new shingle plant in Newton, Kansas. Current positions include Plant Manager, Engineering Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Finance Manager.
A new Engineering Center is now established at its Los Angeles Sales and Manufacturing Center, which services California, Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.
With a significant investment of $31 million, the project enhances production capacity, creates new jobs, and strengthens the company's presence in the region.
Three years in the making, the facility is equipped with the latest in manufacturing technology and tools. Within the 600,000 square foot facility, Knauf intends to produce and distribute a wide range of fiberglass building insulation for commercial and residential use.
GAF announced the start of production of its thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) commercial roofing products at its newest manufacturing plant in Valdosta, Georgia.
Following the move into a new and energy efficient facility and investing in state-of-the-art equipment, Sheet Metal Supply (SMS) has recently flipped the switch to operating 100 percent on solar power.