Polyglass U.S.A. to Establish Manufacturing Operations in Waco

WACO, TEXAS — Polyglass U.S.A. plans to establish a manufacturing operation in Waco. The company will invest $19 million to build a 145,000-square-foot industrial facility at 1701 Exchange Parkway to produce modified bitumen roofing membranes. Employment is expected to reach 45 full-time associates within the first three years of operation. The Polyglass roofing facility in Waco will produce a waterproof membrane system used for commercial and industrial roofing systems. The membrane system is designed to increase roof life expectancy and is also environmentally friendly and energy efficient. The company will receive a grant from the Waco/McLennan County Economic Development Corp., as well as tax abatement participation by the city and county.