DuPont Transportation & Advanced Polymers today announced the opening of its new Aerospace Technology Center at the DuPont Vespel; manufacturing site in Valley View, Ohio. DuPont leaders were joined at a celebration event by customers, suppliers, government officials, employees and company leadership.

"Innovation and collaboration are the keys to meeting the rapid pace of change and growth in the aerospace industry," said Randy Stone, President, DuPont Transportation & Advanced Polymers. "We are excited to welcome our customers and suppliers to this new Technology Center to help them experience firsthand how new advances in technology can help us all capitalize on new opportunities and drive industry growth."

For over 50 years, DuPont has developed products and assemblies that serve the aerospace industry with fuel efficient, lighter weight, longer lasting and lower friction solutions. The DuPont Valley View site has advanced testing capabilities, customized labs, and a robust manufacturing operation to service our major commercial and military aircraft engine manufacturers around the world.

The new Technology Center will showcase technology advancements that support current and future aerospace designs with products for wear, friction and sealing applications. The Center will also feature unique collaborative work spaces that will enable demonstrations and technical training for current and future customers and suppliers.

"We are excited that the new Technology Center will help strengthen the state-of-the art operations at our Valley View facility," said Jana Green, DuPont Valley View Plant Manager. "The investment we are making in our people and at our site help build pride and confidence in our commitment to safely produce composite parts for aerospace and specialty industrial applications now and in the future."