Revolution Expands Arkansas Facilities
Little Rock, AR (October 7, 2020) – Revolution, parent company of Delta Plastics, announced plans today for a 36,000 sq. ft expansion of their 100,000 sq. ft manufacturing facility in Little Rock, AR. Revolution expects to create over 60 new jobs for the state of Arkansas in addition to the company’s existing 290 jobs within the next two years from this investment, while also increasing their ability to provide film products and circular solutions aligned with its corporate mission and strategy.
“The partnerships we formed and the support we have received at the local and state levels for this expansion project is a testament to the strength of the Little Rock community and the great state of Arkansas. We are grateful to work with such exceptional people who are committed to economic growth and environmentally-sustainable business solutions,” said Sean Whiteley, CEO of Revolution. “Based on increased business demand, strong customer relationships and our strategic growth plan, the time is right to move forward with this major expansion.”
The investment at the Little Rock facility, totaling over $20 million, will enable Revolution to continue growing their product line of sustainably-produced commercial polyethylene products that include construction film and sheeting, agriculture film, silo and dairy bags, and geomembrane film. The expansion will add two new blown film lines capable of producing 40 million+ pounds of film products per year. This added capacity is specifically designed to manufacture film that incorporates high levels of post-consumer recycled plastic, a cornerstone of Revolution’s unique manufacturing model.
For over 20 years, Revolution has been collecting used agriculture film and turning it into new plastic products that can be sold back into the markets they serve. They are a leader in sustainable plastic solutions and a founding activator of the recently formed U.S. Plastics Pact – joining other global brands to tackle the future of plastic. According to Sean Whiteley, “From the beginning, we have been unified by a single powerful mission of preserving our environment for future generations. We do this by diverting millions of pounds of plastic from landfills each year and turning it back into new products through our innovative collection and recycling processes. We are proud to have the support of Little Rock and the State of Arkansas in these efforts, and we look forward to continued growth in the future.”
The facility expansion in Little Rock reflects the culmination of several years’ growth from Revolution, as the company has steadily increased its presence in new markets such as the Upper Midwest and California, where large concentrations of dairy and agriculture plastics are used and able to be collected and recycled. Revolution’s recycling programs collect and recycle a cumulative 200 million pounds of used material each year, and the company plans to quickly expand its product offering in these growing markets with the added capacity from the new lines.
“Revolution is a homegrown company that has grown from its humble beginning in Stuttgart to become an international leader in the manufacture and recycling of plastic goods,” Governor Asa Hutchinson said. “Their dedication to manufacturing sustainable products is the way of the future put into practice in the present. Revolution is an excellent corporate citizen and a perfect fit for Arkansas.”
“I have served on the Board of the Port Authority and seen this area and this company grow and prosper,” said Little Rock Mayor Frank Scott, Jr. “As an economic development Mayor, the City is proud to be a member of this winning team.”
“This expansion speaks volumes about Revolution's continued confidence in Arkansas," Secretary of Commerce Mike Preston said. “Revolution is a leader in our business community, and I am pleased by its ongoing investment in our workforce and economy."
Ronnie Dedman, chairman of the Little Rock Regional Chamber, said “Existing business expansion is the foundation of our economic development efforts at the chamber. Revolution’s investment in its Arkansas facility secures existing jobs and promises future growth for our city and our region.”
“The Port of Little Rock continues to be a location of choice within our region for companies like Revolution who need the logistical and economic advantages that our port infrastructure can provide,” said Port of Little Rock Chairman Greg Joslin.
For any additional inquires or questions, contact Dana Dowdy, director of marketing for Revolution, at 214.970.2488. For more information on the company, you can visit their website at revolutioncompany.com. For career inquiries, please visit careers.revolutioncompany.com.
About Revolution
Headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas, Revolution Believes in Better Plastics that help preserve our environment for future generations. Spanning nearly every industry, the company’s family of brands delivers sustainable, high-quality plastic products to both consumers and companies alike. Its brands include Delta Plastics, Revolution Bag, Revolution Ag, Rodeo Plastics and Command. The focus in all areas is to create sustainable circular film solutions and use as much post-consumer resin as possible in all products manufactured. For more information, visit revolutioncompany.com.
About the Port of Little Rock
Centered on global trade, the unique advantage of the Port of Little Rock is the central location and intermodal transportation facilities. In addition to having access on the Arkansas River year-round, the port provides immediate access to major U.S. interstates, Class I railways and national runways. The port is within a day’s drive of many of the nation’s largest population centers and is surrounded by a population of more than one million people. The Port of Little Rock provides multifaceted companies with seamless, nimble and undisputed logistic channels from the heart of the United States.
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