AZEK chooses Boise for TimberTech plant
Building products manufacturer AZEK plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Boise, Idaho.
Construction on the facility, which will be a retrofit of an existing building, will begin this year. The facility is expected to be fully operational in 2022 and includes 80 new jobs, followed by 100 more jobs over the next two to three years.
The new Boise facility will be AZEK’s ninth, joining existing facilities in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota. The facility is a key part of AZEK’s previously announced $180 million capacity expansion program, all the while keeping products, people, and the planet at the heart of its business, the Chicago-based company said.
AZEK’s portfolio of residential building products includes decking, railing, trim and accessories. The Boise plant will produce TimberTech decking products.
“We are proud The AZEK Company is choosing Boise for their new Western United States plant location," Idaho Governor Brad Little said. "Their history in manufacturing innovative and sustainable products with a focus on limiting waste and advancing recycling capabilities is a perfect match for Idaho's business culture and environmental priorities.”
Boise is working on its first-ever climate action plan and has committed to several goals, including becoming the first city in Idaho to commit to 100% renewable energy. AZEK is exploring several green initiatives at the new facility, including LEED certification, solar and wind energies, high-efficiency water and lighting systems, and the incorporation of smart site-management.
“When deciding on a location for our new facility, we looked for a city that matched our values by putting sustainability at the heart of its operations and growth, as well as one that offered a highly skilled pool of candidates to join the AZEK family,” said Jesse Singh, CEO of Azek.
AZEK uses plastic waste, recycled wood, and scrap to create its products. Through its recycling programs, approximately 400 million pounds of scrap and waste were diverted from landfills in fiscal year 2020. Earlier this year, the company announced a goal to divert one billion pounds of waste per year by 2026.