UK-based construction materials provider Brett Martin has formed a new business partnership with an American plastic sheets fabricator, to meet “rising demands” for high-end building materials in the US.
Brett Martin, headquartered in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, has formed American Polycarbonate Company (APC) with AmeriLux International, and will operate from a new 500,000 sq. ft manufacturing and distribution centre in De Pere, Wisconsin.
APC is scheduled to begin operations in early 2026, initially producing multiwall and corrugated polycarbonate sheets of varying gauge and technical specifications, also incorporating high-performance glazing.
The Brett Martin and AmeriLux venture will expand the operation to “address evolving market needs”, by growing its R&D collaborations on new product lines for various sectors, including construction and architecture.
“APC will leverage the expertise of AmeriLux International for distribution, fabrication, and logistics along with Brett Martin’s 60-year experience in sheet extrusion,” a statement read.
Brett Martin was established in 1958 and has grown from a small, privately held family operation, into a leading European producer of thermoplastic sheet products, employing more than 1,000 people and with sales of £220 million.
This latest development follows a major investment in Brett Martin’s Mallusk site, aimed at supply for UK and Ireland markets.
Paul Martin, group director of Brett Martin, said: “We have been exporting successfully to the USA for more than 25 years. Together with our partner Amerilux, we identified an opportunity to add a US manufacturing presence that will enhance our service to the market and open up new opportunities that build on the success of our Mallusk operations.
“Our decision was taken well before recent US tariffs were introduced. While tariffs are relevant for any exporter, our motivation was above all driven by long-term market growth potential, the strength of our partnership with Amerilux, and the opportunities we see for Brett Martin products in North America.
“As an international business, we must remain forward-looking and agile. This investment is about growth, complementing our strong base in Mallusk, and ensuring Brett Martin remains competitive in a rapidly changing global market,”
Headquartered in De Pere, Wisconsin, AmeriLux’s portfolio also includes AmeriLux Transportation, AmeriLux Logistics, Shape Products, and EZ PVC.
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