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Vulcaflex Auburn Automotive Facility

Auburn, Lee County, Alabama

Estimated value
$70M
Square footage
Opened / announced
Jun 1, 2026
Owner
Vulcaflex S.p.A.
General contractor
Architect
Brands mentioned
Vulcaflex

Project overview

Italian manufacturer's first U.S. facility at Auburn Technology Park West producing synthetic leather for automotive interiors. Site being prepped for construction; 130 jobs.

Key specs

  • Automotive synthetic leather production
  • Auburn Technology Park West
  • 130 jobs
  • Serves U.S., Canada, Mexico OEMs

Still open for manufacturers

Site prep underway — manufacturing equipment and building systems specs opening.

Manufacturer watch list

  • process equipment
  • HVAC
  • coating systems
  • material handling

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