In a significant development, Ascent Industries Co. has made the difficult decision to permanently shut down its welded pipe and tube facility in Munhall, Pennsylvania. This announcement, effective from August 31, 2023, comes after a recent layoff that resulted in the loss of 114 jobs at the Munhall plant earlier in January 2023.It is important to note that Ascent Industries Co. had previously indicated its plans to reduce operations at the Munhall facility, particularly in relation to its galvanized pipe and tube operations. However, the Munhall plant primarily focuses on the production of stainless steel pipe and tubing, which will now cease production altogether.As the closure date approaches, the future of the Munhall facility remains uncertain. No details have been provided by Ascent Industries Co. regarding the fate of the facility or any potential alternative plans for the site.
In a significant development, Ascent Industries Co. has made the difficult decision to permanently shut down its welded pipe and tube facility in Munhall, Pennsylvania. This announcement, effective from August 31, 2023, comes after a recent layoff that resulted in the loss of 114 jobs at the Munhall plant earlier in January 2023.It is important to note that Ascent Industries Co. had previously indicated its plans to reduce operations at the Munhall facility, particularly in relation to its galvanized pipe and tube operations. However, the Munhall plant primarily focuses on the production of stainless steel pipe and tubing, which will now cease production altogether.As the closure date approaches, the future of the Munhall facility remains uncertain. No details have been provided by Ascent Industries Co. regarding the fate of the facility or any potential alternative plans for the site.
