Web Industries, which makes multi-layer insulation and fabric assemblies for rockets and satellites, is enlarging its Denton plant on the Interstate 35W frontage road and plans to add manufacturing jobs there.
The expansion grows the facility's footprint by 20% and adds new cutting equipment and advanced sewing capacity, according to the announcement published Wednesday by the trade outlet Aerospace Manufacturing and Design. The company said it expects its Denton production team to grow by roughly 25% but did not say how many people work there now.
The plant, at 2300 I-35W, Suite 104, builds multi-layer insulation, thermal protection systems and other soft goods used on launch vehicles and satellites. The company tied the investment to rising satellite production and said customers are building spacecraft at faster rates than before.
"Our customers are building more satellites at higher rates than ever before, and they need partners who can deliver precision, repeatability, and scale," John Madej, the company's president and CEO, said in the announcement.
What the state filing shows
A project registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on Oct. 16 describes the work as an expansion and renovation of about 7,000 square feet of production space, including heating, air conditioning and electrical upgrades. The filing lists an estimated cost of $453,000, a start date of Oct. 30 and completion by Dec. 31.
It says the project is privately funded, with the tenant paying.
