Overview

Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) is a joint venture between Worthington Enterprises and Armstrong World Industries, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States. It is privately held, with an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and estimated revenue of $500 million to $1 billion. WAVE designs, manufactures, and markets suspended ceiling systems for commercial and residential buildings across automotive, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment markets. In November 2025, WAVE's Cool Shield brand was reported by Bisnow to offer modular aisle containment for data centers.

At a glance

What Worthington Armstrong Venture makes

The company produces suspended ceiling systems and accessories, integrated ceilings that combine lighting and shade pockets, and ceiling suspension systems, and it has extended its range to modular aisle containment for data centers under the Cool Shield brand.

Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Lighting, Steel, Suspension, Interior, Glass (source: worthingtonarmstrongventure.com).

Trade and customs footprint

Recent public reporting includes a November 2025 Bisnow article on Armstrong aisle containment products for changing data center demands, and a April 2026 Bisnow article on how Armstrong is supporting manufacturers' data center requirements. US customs bill-of-lading records list 50 inbound shipments across 8 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Belgium · Singapore · South Korea.

Latest developments

• 2026-04-21 — An 'Inflection Point': How Armstrong Is Helping Manufacturers Meet Evolving Data Center Demands (bisnow.com)

• 2026-01-16 — Worthington Armstrong Venture reshared Worthington Enterprises: Worthington Enterprises today announced the completion of its planned acquisition of LSI Group, LLC (LSI) of Logansport, Indiana. LSI, which includes BPD, Logan Stampings, LSI Metal Fabrication and Roof Hugger®, is one … (linkedin.com)

• 2026-01-07 — Worthington Armstrong Venture reshared Armstrong Ceiling Solutions US: We’re proud to announce that we have acquired Parallel Architectural Products, an innovative, growing manufacturer of extruded aluminum products primarily used in exterior architectural applications. (linkedin.com)

• 2025-12-04 — Worthington Armstrong Venture reshared Building Products: We’re excited to share that Worthington Enterprises has acquired Hydrostat Inc.’s propane distribution and refurbishment business in Rice, Minnesota. Hydrostat is a trusted leader in propane tank refurbishment and distribution, serving commercial … (linkedin.com)

• 2025-11-14 — Armstrong Aisle Containment Provides A More Flexible Solution For Today's Changing Data Centers (bisnow.com)

• 2025-11-11 — Worthington Armstrong Venture reshared Armstrong Ceiling Installation Solutions: Now Available: Skylo™ Walkable Ceilings. Tested, certified, and built for next-generation cleanroom and controlled environments. (linkedin.com)

Facilities

Worthington Armstrong Venture is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. Public sources also reference these locations:

• Malvern, Pennsylvania — worthingtonarmstrongventure.com

Company details

WAVE operates an estimated 7 to 9 manufacturing facilities across North America and is owned by its two parent companies, Worthington Enterprises and Armstrong World Industries. Worthington Armstrong Venture was founded in 1992, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania.

Frequently asked questions

What does Worthington Armstrong Venture make?

Worthington Armstrong Venture (WAVE) is a joint venture between Worthington Enterprises and Armstrong World Industries, founded in 1992 and headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States. It is privately held, with an estimated 500 to 1,000 employees and estimated revenue of $500 million to $1 billion. WAVE designs, manufactures, and markets suspended ceiling systems for commercial and residential buildings across automotive, construction, renewable-energy, and industrial-equipment markets. In November 2025, WAVE's Cool Shield brand was reported by Bisnow to offer modular aisle containment for data centers.

Where is Worthington Armstrong Venture headquartered?

Worthington Armstrong Venture is headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania (101 Lindenwood Dr, Malvern, Pennsylvania, 19355-1716).

When was Worthington Armstrong Venture founded?

Worthington Armstrong Venture was founded in 1992.

How big is Worthington Armstrong Venture?

Worthington Armstrong Venture has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).

Does Worthington Armstrong Venture import from overseas suppliers?

US customs bill-of-lading records show 50 inbound shipments for Worthington Armstrong Venture, with top origins including China · Belgium · Singapore · South Korea.

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