Touchstone Expansion Boosts Aerospace Manufacturing

May 01, 2026

Touchstone Advanced Composites has completed a major expansion of its facility in Triadelphia, strengthening West Virginia’s position in the aerospace and defense industries.

The expansion increases production capacity for advanced composite materials made from coal-derived carbon foam, used in aircraft and defense systems. The facility is expected to support significant growth, with plans to double its workforce and expand aerospace manufacturing capabilities.

Leaders say the project demonstrates how West Virginia’s traditional resources can be transformed into high-tech applications, driving innovation and job creation in advanced manufacturing.

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