Jack White Launches State-of-the-Art Vinyl Pressing Plant in Detroit
Jack White's Third Man Records is launching a state-of-the-art vinyl pressing plant in Detroit's historic Cass Corridor neighborhood. The facility, named Third Man Pressing, represents a significant advancement in vinyl record manufacturing technology.
Empty factory with manufacturing equipment
Key Features of the New Facility:
- Eight newly constructed presses (first built in 35 years)
- Four extruders and hydraulic generators
- Climate-controlled environment with water-efficient cooling system
- Advanced sound containment technology
- Production capacity of 5,000 records per 8-hour shift
- 45-second record pressing cycle time
The facility boasts several technological innovations:
- State-of-the-art pressing machinery
- Closed-loop, chilled-water system for sustainability
- Digital touch screen controls
- High-efficiency hydraulic systems
- Engineered sound containment
Opening Day Details: The plant opens February 25th with exclusive merchandise and commercially available records including:
- The White Stripes - The White Stripes
- The White Stripes - De Stijl
- The Black Hole LP
- Detroit Gospel Reissue Project
Industry Context: This expansion aligns with growing vinyl market trends:
- Projected $800-900 million industry value in 2017
- 53% sales increase in UK (BPI data)
- 25.9% US sales growth with 7.2 million units sold (BuzzAngle Music)
- Growing global demand, including Caribbean market expansion through Tuff Gong Records