Firestone expands Akron output to meet growing tire demand
Firestone plants in Akron increase capacity to supply 36 000 tires daily with Plant No 2 adding 16 000 tires a day and rims output doubled by new steel plant. The $10 million 7 percent preferred issue is fully subscribed by The National City Company highlighting Firestone quality and dealer network.
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Firestone Builds Global Network and Factory Upgrades
Firestone reports resources surpass 73 million with last year sales over 75 million. The firm runs a Far East hub in Singapore and operates 63 U S branch houses with 42 000 dealers. Investments include a fabric mill and a separate factory with special tire making machinery to cut costs and increase supply.
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