HWI Completes Construction of New, Lightweight Monolithics Production Facility

HWI, A member of Calderys, has successfully completed construction of a new lightweight monolithics production facility at our Rotary Kiln complex in Fulton, Missouri, USA. This state-of-the-art plant marks a significant investment in the Calderys Group’s growth strategy for the Americas, boosting HWI’s lightweight monolithics production capacity by nearly 60%. The expansion enhances product availability, shortens lead times for customers, and incorporates advanced technology and automation—including a new furnace and fully automated robotic packaging and material-handling systems. 

 “By expanding our lightweight monolithic capacity and leveraging our extensive distribution network, we’re positioning ourselves to better serve customers across the Americas. The project is also an opportunity to further strengthen our presence and positive impact in Missouri, where we have been operating for more than 100 years,” said Ross Wilkin, SVP, Americas – HWI. 

 The new facility provides direct access to high-quality local clay reserves, enabling increased production of HWI’s GREENLITE aggregate-containing materials, including the GREENLITE®-45-L family of monolithics and GREENLITE® 115 AR brick. 

 For more information about HWI’s Fulton facility, or our ongoing commitment to the industry, please reach out to your HWI sales representative, or check in at info@thinkHWI.com.

About HWI, A member of Calderys

HWI is one of the leading suppliers of refractory products and services in the United States, with a history that spans 160 years. It is part of Calderys and is the brand for the Americas region of the Group. HWI operates an extensive network of manufacturing sites and distribution centers across the Americas, along with the largest refractory industry research facility in North America. Serving virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets, HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com