Jan 09, 2008. /Lesprom Network/. Albany International Corp., a maker of paper machine products, said it plans to close its forming fabric manufacturing facility in Montgomery, Alabama, affecting 90 jobs. The transition of forming fabric manufacturing from the Montgomery area to other facilities in North America is expected to be completed by Aug. 31, the company said in a statement. Albany International Corp. The Group's principal activity is to design, manufacture and market paper machine clothing.