Shaw invests in fiber manufacturing facility

Shaw Industries Group Inc. is investing $250 million in its Andalusia, Ala., manufacturing facility, which creates fiber used to manufacture residential carpet. The project includes construction of new and expanded building assets and installation of substantial amounts of new manufacturing equipment. The changes will create better efficiency, production, ergonomics and safety for the more than 1,200 associates who work at the plant. The modernization efforts will continue through 2020. The facility remains operational throughout the transition.