The DuPont Spruance manufacturing site sits along the James River in Richmond, Virginia. Built in 1929 to produce Rayon®, today Spruance is the largest DuPont manufacturing facility in the world.
Spruance employs more than 2,000 people, many of which are second and third-generation employees. It is one of the largest employers in Chesterfield County.
The site produces a wide range of consumer safety and protection products as well as solutions for the military, homeland security and law enforcement. Throughout its history, the Spruance site has supported countless non-profit organizations in the Richmond area through charitable giving and employee volunteerism.
Spruance Celebrates 2024 Community Impact Partners
DuPont’s mission to drive positive change globally begins by making a difference locally. At Spruance, we’re helping deliver on that mission through our efforts in our community. Each year, we partner with a select group of organizations that are aligned with our key focus areas of: local impact, diversity, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and opportunities for employee involvement.
Used in body armor, cut-resistant materials and sporting goods
Has helped save the lives of more than 3,000 law enforcement and military personnel
Used in automotive hoses, electrical insulation and aircraft
Most firefighters’ apparel is made with Nomex®
Used in protecting homes and buildings from the elements and packaging materials
Used in apparel to protect people from a broad array of hazards
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