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| 3M (Insulations) 3M is fundamentally a science-based company, which produces thousands of imaginative products from health care and highway safety to office products and optical films for LCD displays. The company's success is based on its ability to apply its technologies, often in combination, to an endless array of real-world customer needs. |
Thinsulate™ Insulation |
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| Advanced Flexible Materials Inc. (Material Supplier) Advanced Flexible Materials Inc., based in Petaluma, CA is the manufacturer of Heatsheets® blankets and Silver Lining™ fabric. This business-to-business manufacturer provides a variety of thermal-reflective products for the outdoor market and survival/rescue needs. All AFM products and solutions share a common technology. Based on reflective insulation material developed by NASA for the US space program, AFM has been granted exclusivity for its application of Reflective Insulation Technology for consumer applications. All products produced by AFM Inc. have been granted Certified SPACE Technology status. |
 
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| ADVANSA (Fiber Producer) This company is a European leader in providing customised polyester fibers and yarns for all sectors market. Located in The Netherlands, the company's main manufacturing locations are based in Germany and Turkey. The company is the producer of ADVANSA Thermo°Cool, which is a new, smart, thermo-regulation fabric. | ||
| AEGIS Environments (Antimicrobial Technology) AEGIS Environments is the innovative producer of the AEGIS Microbe Shield® antimicrobial technology. This unique mode of action does not dissipate or leach, and cannot be absorbed into the skin. The AEGIS Microbe Shield technology physically ruptures the cell membrane by a stabbing and electrocution action. Since it is not consumed and does not dissipate, the antimicrobial active is not depleted and continues to control microbial growth over time. This means that the antimicrobial will be fully effective as long as the surface remains intact. |
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| Agion Technologies Founded in 1997, Agion Technologies is a leader in providing safe, natural antimicrobial solutions based on silver, "Nature's Antimicrobial." The company is dedicated to developing consumer- and environmentally-friendly solutions for antimicrobial protections in healthcare. Agion is headquartered in Wakefield, Massachusetts, and has offices and agents in Europe and Asia pacific. | ||
| Alamac American Knits (Textile Mill) Based in Lumberton, NC, Alamac manufactures high quality, innovative knit fabrics to address the performance and fashion needs of the current market. Natural, synthetic or blended fibers are knit into textures, stripes, novelties, and solids. | ||
| Alandale Knitting In business since 1996, Alandale Knitting comprises 150,000 square feet of space in its Troy, NC, production facility. The plant is one of the cleanest and most efficient operations around, offering high quality knitted fabrics. Alandale, along with its sister company, Alandale Industries, Inc., a knitting machine accessory manufacturer, hold more than 20 patents in the knitting industry. Alandale is best known for its new StrataTek fabrics, which uses a paternted knitting technique for producing a true two-layer, double-sided knit construction without grin-through. |
StrataTek |
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| Albany International Corp. (Insulation) PrimaLoft® is a division of Albany International Corp., a global advanced textiles and materials processing company based in Albany, New York. The PrimaLoft brand is the leader in fiber research and development for high performance insulations and yarns. Primaloft Insulation, originally developed for the US Army as a water resistant alternative to down, is globally recognized as the world’s best synthetic insulation. PrimaLoft Insulation and Yarn products are used in leading outdoor and fashion brands, home furnishings, workwear and military applications where performance and comfort are paramount. |
PrimaLoft® ECO PrimaLoft® ECO FOOTWEAR PrimaLoft® INFINITY PrimaLoft® ONE PrimaLoft® SPORT PrimaLoft® The Luxury Down Alternative™ PrimaLoft® YARN |
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| American & Efird, Inc (Thread Mfg.) A&E is a quality producer of high-performance threads and yarns for apparel and non-apparel applications, wirh operations in over 50 countries around the world. | ||
| American Apparel & Footwear Assoc. (AAFA) The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is the national trade association representing apparel, footwear and other sewn products companies, and their suppliers, which compete in the global market. AAFA's mission is to promote and enhance its members' competitiveness, productivity and profitability in the global market by minimizing regulatory, commercial, political, and trade restraints. | ||
| American Fabrics International (Textile Mill) American Fabrics International (AFI) is an east coast manufacturer of knitted fabrics. The company has been in business for approximately ten years and the owners of the company have been involved in textiles for over 40 years in various capacities. AFI has a standard line of basic and novelty knit fabrics that are custom engineered for various markets. The company specializes in fabrics that are prepared for garment dyeing. We also do custom work with regard to special fabrications. AFI maintains an extensive sample room for immediate sampling which is most unusual in the domestic market. AFI maintains a selection of base fabrics in greige goods form to expedite just-in-time shipping. The company works with a number of knitters, dyers, and finishers to maximize its ability produce a variety of different constructions. | ||
| American Wool Council (Association) The American Wool Council is a division of the American Sheep Industry Association, a producer-funded organizaion that represents nearly 70,000 sheep producers in the U.S. Since its establishment in 1955, the American Wool Council has been involved in the entire vertical process of wool marketing from fleece to fashion. It is headquartered in Denver, Colorado. | ||
| Anovotek, LLC (Chemical Producer) Anovotek, LLC is dedicated to the development and commercialization of technology through services and technology sales. The company's technology sales efforts are focused on bringing value-added, innovative products to its customers. Anovotek's services are designed to assist its customers in the successful introduction of technologies, evaluation of technologies, utilization of technologies, and the commercialization of these technologies. |
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| Antex Knitting Mills (Textile Mill) Antex Knitting Mills is a vertical knitting, dyeing, and printing company established in Los Angeles in 1973. The company produces approximately 1.5 million yards of fabric per week. Its traditional business is to provide fashionable knitted fabrics to the junior, contemporary, and children's markets. In 2004, Antex added the Antex Premier Performance division to provide technical fabrics to the outdoor and activewear markets. And it also produces its Green Line" of envirnmentally friendly cotton fabrics. |
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| Apex Mills Corp. (Textile Mill) Apex Mills is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial knits, including mesh, netting, tricot, and spacer fabric solutions, to an expanding array of consumer, industrial, and government related industries. | ||
| AquaTex (Fabric Technology) Hydroweave® is a revolutionary, newly patented "performance enhancing" (PE) composite fabric, developed by AquaTex. Hydroweave technology improves the performance and endurance of the wearer by reducing the amount of energy wasted cooling the body and battling heat stress. Harnessing the power of evaporation, Hydroweave actively cools the wearer while helping to maintain core body temperature, provide comfort, enhance performance, and help eliminate the hazards of working, playing, and competing in high heat environments. |
Hydroweave® |
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| Arkay Textiles Inc. (Textile Manufacturer) Arkay Textiles is one of the world's premiere resources for custom woven home furnishings and upholstery fabrics. The company provides highly creative, cost effective custom woven fabrics for the residential, commercial and hospitality markets. With the in-house production capabilities, we can transform any visual design into reality. Arkay Textiles has the most advance resources for custom woven fabrics in the business. | ||
| Asahi KASEI Group (Fiber Producer) Based in Osaka, Japan, Asahi Kasei Fibers is the core operating company for all fibers and textiles operations of the Asahi Kasei Group. A wide and expanding range of innovative materials for apparel and industrial applications are produced with the know-how gained through eight decades of industry leadership. Asahi Kasei is the producer of Dorlastan® spandex. | ||
| ASF Group / Clark Textile Company Inc. (Textile Mill) Building highly specialized fabrics for the outdoor and action sports markets has made the ASF Group a leader in the textile industry. The ASF Group is a highly focused textile company that specializes in developing performance fabrics. From selecting the fibers, all the way through to the delivery of the finished fabric, the ASF Group delivers the goods on time, at a fair price, with the highest quality. The company interfaces with mills, finishers, and fiber companies in the Far East, and has offices in Los Angeles, Osaka, and Taipei. |
Eclipse™ SuperShed™ |
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| Asiatic Fiber Corporation (Fiber Producer) Established in 1973, AFC has dedicated to satisfy the needs of textile industry and has provided variously relative filaments and staple fibers for textile business. Additionally, no matter in product development, manufacture, and selling, AFC considers innovation, profession, efficiency, and service as the core value in order to offer high quality products in cleanroom, ESD, medical and healthcare, and comfort relative areas. AFC is proud of being a pioneer and leader in cleanroom, ESD, and medical products. AFC also endeavor to create a pure, safe, healthy, and comfortable society and maintain prior position in this competitive global market by the foresighted perspective. | ||
| Austrailan Wool Innovation Australian Wool Innovation Limited (AWI) is a research, development, innovation and marketing body working for and owned by 29,000 Australian farmers. AWI has an objective to drive research, development and product marketing that aims to increase the long-term profitability, productivity and sustainability of Australian woolgrowers. By building direct business relationships, alliances with designers, retailers, fabric manufacturers and garment makers; the result is a number of high performing, premium quality Australian Merino wool textiles and apparel products available around the world. |
Australian Merino Wool |
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| Basofil Fibers, LLC (Fiber Producer) Basofil Fibers is a former division of BASF, and the North Carolina-based company that manufactures Basofil® melamine fiber. Basofil is inherently heat- and flame-resistant, and can be found in a variety of end-use categories, including friction parts, automotive insulation, protective clothing, and home furnishings. | ||
| Bemis Associates Inc. (Technology Company) Bemis is a major manufacturer of thermoplastic adhesives, coatings, tapes and specialty film products that serve various markets throughout the world. The company's products are specified in a number of industries for use in many different applications. From textile to industrial and apparel to building panels, Bemis provides cost effective solutions that often solve complex technical challenges within the manufacturing process. The company is most known for its branded product, Sewfree®, a bonding adhesive used in the stitch-free production of bodywear, intimate apparel, and technical outerwear. |
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| bluesign® In response to colossally increasing demand for textile products that are environmentally friendly, pose no health hazards, and conserve resources to the greatest possible extent, the independent bluesign® standard has been established. The demand is originating as a result of strict legislation, and meeting it will be crucial for future success. The bluesign® standard is the most efficient way to guarantee compliance with the new requirements, without compromising functionality, quality or design. The declared objective of the independent bluesign® standard is to put a reliable and proactive tool at the disposal of the entire textile production chain – from raw material and component suppliers who manufacture e.g. yarns, dyes and additives, to textile manufacturers, to retailer and brand companies, to consumers. |
bluesign® |
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| Bolatex Co., Ltd. (Hyperbola®) (Fabric Manufacturer) Also known as Hyperbola®, Bolatex was founded in 2000 with over 20 years of textile experiences. Hyperbola® focuses on developing customized high technology functional fabrics to meet the specific needs for all kinds of outdoor, recreational and extreme sports. Combining fashion with eco-friendly elements gained its business relations all over the world. Hyperbola ® wishes to be your best partner to success. | ||
| Britannia Mills Ltd. (Textile Mill) BRITANNIA MILLS LTD., based in both New York and Los Angeles, makes high end fine knits for bridge to designer women’s apparel manufacturers, and wool knits for military application. Fabrics include: rayon, rayon/spandex, micro-modal, micro-modal/spandex, and wool knits. Constructions include jersey, interlock, rib, and ponte de roma. The company stocks many fabrics in a large range of colors. With wide color selection and fast turn, Britannia is the ideal choice for start up designers to established manufacturers. Britannia Mills Ltd expertise and background in wool makes it a leading company in wool knits. The high quality makes it an ideal choice for high end clothing from women’s wear to highly technical military application. | ||
| Buhler Quality Yarns Corp. (Yarn Spinner) Located in Jefferson, Georgia, Buhler Quality Yarns is an American subsidiary company of Hermann Bühler AG, Switzerland. Since 1858, the company has produced yarns for customers with the highest requirements. Innovative products, excellent yarn quality and customer service are the most important goals of Buhler’s business. Its extensive “Know-How” in yarn manufacturing and fiber selection criteria creates the opportunity to market Buhler products to the most discriminating fabric manufacturers, brands, and retailers worldwide. Through the contribution of its associates, Buhler has achieved an unmatched standard of excellence for its products. Buhler uses a variety of fibers in its yarn production including Supima® cotton, Micro Modal™, Organic Pima cotton, functional Supima® cotton, and deep dyeable cotton yarns. | ||
| Burlington Industries (Textile Manufacturer) Burlington Worldwide Activewear is the premier supplier of technical fabrics to leading activewear brands and retailers worldwide. The company designs and engineers performance fabrics for technical sportswear, performance outerwear, active sportswear, swimwear, and fitnesswear. Burlington's key brands include Xalt®, M.C.S. Blocker, Durepel Plus®, Versatech®, No Fly Zone®, Ultrex®, Micromove®, M.C.S. - S.R.®, Bioguard®, and M.C.S. Comfort Zone®. |
M.C.S. Blocker® M.C.S.® XALT® |
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| Buzz Off Insect Shield, LLC (Supplier) In July 2003, Buzz Off Insect Shield, LLC, introduced the first EPA-registered insect-repellent apparel. Buzz Off Insect Shield¹s patent-pending technology provides effective, invisible and odorless protection against mosquitoes, ticks, ants, flies, chiggers, and midges (no-see-ums). Buzz Off Insect Shield apparel categories include outdoor, golf, hunting, fishing, and equestrian in partnership with select brands including ExOfficio, L.L. Bean, Orvis, Rocky Outdoor Gear, Imperial Headwear, Ariat, Stearns, and Gold Toe. Buzz Off Insect Shield gear categories include camping, patio, beach, pet, and horse products, in partnership with brands such as Horseware Ireland and Orvis. |
Insect Shield® Repellent Technology |
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| Carolina Cotton Works Inc (Dyer & Finisher) Started in March 1995, Carolina Cotton Works is a family-owned company specializing in piece dyeing, tubular and open-width finishing. Growth has come from its entry into open width finishing, allowing it to compete in some non-apparel markets, but also to focus on its mainstay, which is dyeing and finishing a wide variety of natural and synthetic fabrics that ultimately go into apparel. | ||
| Carr Textile Corporation (Textile Mill) Established in 1973 Carr Textile is headquartered in Fenton, Missouri, is a converter, importer, distributor and wholesaler of cottons, polyesters, and blended fabrics. The company’s in-stock programs consist of various fabric constructions including twill, chino, bull denim, canvas, hopsack, poplin, sheeting, printcloth, osnaburg, buckram, etc. These fabrics are dyed and finished to Carr Textile’s specifications and colors. In addition to its stock programs, Carr Textile can dye or finish fabrics to meet its customers’ specifications. The company’s in-house lab can perform a variety of tests on fabric to evaluate performance characteristics. Carr Textile’s fabrics are used in caps, apparel, aprons, bags, outerwear, emblems, industrial, and automotive. | ||
| Castle Rock/Shamrod, Inc. (Textile/Apparel Manufacture) CASTLEROCK and its parent company Shamrod, Inc. is an innovative and quality knitter of specialty fabrications that brings 15 years of experience and expertise to its products. The main market focus with the CASTLEROCK division is the active sportswear and performance markets. Casual Performance" sportswear fabrics, are knitted fabrics which provide a balance between function and fashion, performance and style, fit and comfort. CastleRock is the manufacturer of EXpert®, the performance t-shirt. |
Airstretch™ |
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| Cekal Specialties (Technology) Akwatek® polyester and Akwadyne® nylon, developed by Cekal Specialties, Inc., represent a generation of performance fabrics utilizing thermoregulatory action to give you the best of both worlds. Their unique properties give the wearer comfort and performance over a wide range of temperatures. |
Akwadyne® Akwatek® |
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| Celenese Acetate (Fiber Producer) Celanese Acetate, a business of Celanese, manufactures cellulose acetate products used in filtering and other industrial applications. We have manufacturing facilities and sales offices in the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico and Asia. Derived from highly purified wood pulp from re-forested trees, cellulose products are "natural" and "environmentally friendly". Celanese Acetate products include: acetate flake and acetate tow. | ||
| Chia Her Industrial Co., Ltd. (Vertically integrated textile manufacture) With 40 years of experience and knowledge of textile making, Chia Her is powered by innovation, quick response and proud of its heritage. Chia Her is a R&D oriented and vertically integrated manufacturer that specialized in yarn spinning, twisting, weaving, dying, finishing, printing, coating, laminating and special finishing. Located in Taiwan, Chia Her develops high value-added products to global leading brands in outdoor/ fashion/ home/ industrial. Its next endeavor will be to eliminate the impact from pollutions and the project began when its wastewater treatment plant opened in 1988. Chia Her is the first in Taiwan to acquired Organic Cotton Certification, since then Chia Her has been leading the industry on renewable materials. In addition, Chia Her is certified with series of standards including ISO14064-1 (Greenhouse gases) and GOTS, OE, GRS 3-in1 certification in 2011. | ||
| China General Plastics Corporation The Group's principal activities are producing and selling plastic materials and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) products. Products include raw material products such as Chlor-Alkali, PVC resin and compound, construction products such as pipe, fitting, anti-corrosion liners, film and sheet products, leather products and houseware inflatable products. Operations of the Group are carried out in Southeast Asia, Taiwan and other countries. The Group exports its products to Asia, the United States of America, Oceania, Europe, Africa and Middle East. Produces and sells plastic materials and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) products. | ||
| Clariant (Textile Chemicals) A world leader in colors, surface effects and performance chemicals, Clariant has strong business relationships, a commitment to outstanding service and wide-ranging application know-how, which makes the company a preferred partner for its customers. Clariant, is represented on five continents with over 100 group companies, and employs around 16 200 people. Headquartered in Muttenz near Basel, Switzerland, it generated annual sales of CHF 7.1 billion in 2010. Clariant is organized in 12 Business Units: Additives, Catalysis & Energy, Detergents & Intermediates, Emulsions, Functional Materials, ndustrial & Consumer Specialties, Leather Services, Masterbatches, Oil & Mining Services, Paper Specialties, Pigments, and Textile Chemicals. | ||
| Clark Textile Company Inc. See ASF Group. | ||
| Cocona, Inc. TrapTek, a Longmont. Colorado-based company, is the pioneer inventor of technology to embed activated carbon made from coconut shells in fibers, yarns and fabrics, and to keep the particles activated through different polymer and film processes. The technology provides moisture management, odor management and UV protection. It is used in performance apparel, footwear, socks, fleece, pet beds, chemical warfare protection, Homeland Defense applications, and automobile products. |
Cocona® Fabrics Minerale™ |
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| Columbia Sportswear Company (Apparel Manufacturer) Founded in 1938, Columbia Sportswear Company has grown from a small family-owned hat distributorship to one of the world's largest outerwear brands and the leading seller of skiwear in the United States. Columbia's extensive product line includes a wide variety of outerwear, sportswear, rugged footwear and accessories. The company is know for developing innovative products that are functional yet stylish and offer great value. | ||
| Concept III Textiles (Textile Development and Apparel Production Services) Concept III Textiles International is an inclusive resource for the development, sourcing, and production of both knit and woven textiles and textile-based finished products worldwide. The company offers a keen understanding of global commerce, extensive textile and fiber development expertise, and effective mill and factory relationships. Concept III serves brands in the outdoor, active sports, sportswear, outerwear and uniform markets. |
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| Conservation Alliance The Conservation Alliance is an organization of outdoor businesses whose collective contributions support grassroots environmental organizations and their efforts to protect wild places where outdoor enthusiasts recreate. Alliance funds have played a key role in protecting rivers, trails, wildlands and climbing areas. Since its inception in 1989, the Alliance has contributed more than $8.3 million to grassroots environmental groups. Alliance funding has helped save over 49.5 million acres of wildlands; 27 dams have either been stopped or removed; and the group helped preserve access to more than 17,000 miles of waterways and several climbing areas. | ||
| Consoltex (Textile Manufacturer) Consoltex is a vertically integrated material solution provider. Headquartered in Montreal, QC in Canada, it has an international reputation for the innovative nature of its products and services as well as for the rigor of its research and development program. Consoltex fabrics are at the heart of many textile products destined for high-risk and/or high-performance sectors of activity such as: military/defence, performance outerwear, personal protection, petrochemical, fire service, medicine, image & active wear, hospitality & home textiles, and many other industrial and commercial applications. |
Cryon™ Dryon™ Earthwhile™ Hydroflex® Relyon™ Rezillion™ S2 Technologies™-Stretch System S3 Technologies™-Soft Shell System |
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| Cotton Incorporated (Association) From agricultural, fiber and textile research, market information and technical services, to advertising and public relations, fashion forcasts and retail promotions, Cotton Inc. focuses on the goal of promoting cotton, so that it remains the first choice among consumers in apparel and home products. |
STORM DENIM™ |
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| Coville (Converter) Coville, Inc. has been a pioneer in the design, marketing and conversion of specialty knitted fabrics for more than 25 years. The apparel industry has recognized Coville’s inventive focus, which has led to many ground-breaking apparel concepts for both fashion sportswear and technical performance garments. | ||
| Coyuchi The first company to bring organic cotton bedding to the United States, Coyuchi was founded 20 years ago in Point Reyes Station, a small town on the Northern California coast. There, surrounded by ocean, forest, beach and bluff, Coyuchi’s "aesthetic ecosystem" philosophy of design was born, leading to a line of home textiles rooted in the innate qualities of nature. Coyuchi products are produced using fair–labor practices and natural fibers, free of the toxic dies, bleaches and finishes used in conventional textiles. All Coyuchi cotton is 100% organic, produced using a nontoxic production process certified to the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). Coyuchi can be found at fine retailers across the US and Canada, as well as available for purchase online. | ||
| Daikin America Inc. (Chemical Supplier) Daikin America, Inc, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Daikin Industries, a leading global manufacture of fluorochemical stain protection finishes. In 2007, a new line of protective and repellent products were introduced offering superior fluorine based water and oil repellency and stain release in a C6 platform which enhances the environmental performance of the protective chemistry. Daikin’s Unidyne TechnaGard® Series, provides durability for a broad spectrum of stains and soiling on textiles, carpet, nonwovens, and other substrates. |
Unidyne TechnaGard® |
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| Dakine Located in Hood River, OR, this company is a manufacturer of sport packs, travel bags, gloves and apparel for the bike market. | ||
| Dale of Norway (Vertical Manufacturer) Ever since 1879, Dale of Norway has been producing high quality products and is today the largest manufacturer of traditional Norwegian knitwear. | ||
| De Licacy Ind. Co., Ltd. (Fabric Manufacturer) This Tainan City, Taiwan, based company was established in 1982 with “Honesty” and “Trust”. De Licacy is a large manufacturer with integrated operation on twisting, weaving and dyeing, providing the best products to global markets. The main products are fashion and functional piece dyed & yarn dyed fabrics. De Licacy will continue improving added value on products and keep high competitiveness incessantly. | ||
| Deer Creek Fabrics (Fabric Converter) Deer Creek Fabrics is a Stamford, Connecticut, based technology and customer-driven textile company, supplying innovative knitted fabrics to the outdoor and active performance wear markets. Deer Creek is proud to be a member of the outdoor industry's Green Steps program that supports companies adopting 'Green' practices in their products, policies, and business tactics. Deer Creek Fabrics' sustainable products include. |
Deer Creek Fabrics |
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| Design Knit, Inc. (Textile Mill) Located in Los Angeles, California, Design Knit, Inc. is the knitter of high quality fine and medium gauge single and double knits for the designer and contemporary markets. The company specializes in European quality knits and designs at affordable prices. Design Knits works with a variety of fine, high quality yarns including: Supima cotton, organic cotton, Modal®/Micro Modal® blends, Tencel®, Lycra®/spandex, bamboo, as well as silk, wool, and cashmere blends. |
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| Designer Textiles (Textile Mill) Designer Textiles are Merino specialists. We employ people with specific Merino knowledge in every stage of the process, to guarantee the final quality of our Merino wool products. Designer Textiles offer a range of products and services---controlling all of the processes, from fabrics, design and production co-ordination, to a fully labeled and packaged garment. |
MAPP® |
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| Difco Performance Fabrics Inc. (Textile Mill) Difco Performance Fabrics Inc. is one of North America's leading manufacturers of flame-resistant fabrics for the protection of firefighters and industrial workers. The company produces high performance technical fabrics supplying special niche market sectors such as coating, abrasives and filtration, and provides innovative approaches to fabric engineering and providing world class solutions. Difco Performance Fabrics Inc. is ISO 9001-2000 certified. | ||
| Dow Chemical Company (Fiber Producer) Dow Fiber Solutions is a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company. Dow is a diversified chemical company that combines the power of science and technology with the "Human Element” to constantly improve what is essential to human progress. The Company delivers a broad range of products and services to customers in around 160 countries, connecting chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability to help provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. |
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| Dow Corning Corporation Dow Corning provides a comprehensive line of silicone and silane softeners, coatings, finishes, modifiers, binders and process aids for the textile industry, servicing the fashion textile, industrial textile, leather, nonwovens textile markets. Its trademark product is the Dow Corning® Active Protection System, high-performance textiles for impact protection, which is used in high-performance sportswear, medical devices, architecture & construction, industrial & geo fabrics, military & civil defense products. |
Dow Corning® Active Protection System |
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| Duofold (Apparel Manufacturer) In 1906 Duofold began its tradition of innovation with the introduction of the first two-layer thermals. Since that time, Duofold's dedication to innovation has resulted in hundreds of new, high performance products. |
Innova® MicroFleece Tibetan Fleece |
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| DuPont (Fiber Producer/Technology) Founded in 1802, DuPont puts science to work by creating sustainable solutions essential to a better, safer, healthier life for people everywhere. Operating in more than 70 countries, DuPont offers a wide range of innovative products and services for markets including agriculture, nutrition, electronics, communications, safety and protection, home and construction, transportation and apparel. |
Apexa® DuPont™ Active Layer Hytrel® films/fabric laminates Kevlar® Sorona® 
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| DuraCord Textiles (Textile Manufacturer) Manufacturer of DuraCord® fabric for the outdoor furniture market, DuraCord Textiles has developed a fabric constructed of man-made industrial yarn that has undergone improvements in the aesthetics and hand. The fabric has been augmented with ultraviolet inhibitors and further anti-microbial enhancements to prevent degradation from outdoor exposure. But it is virtually indistinguishable from cotton. DuraCord® has a cotton-like softness, with durability when left outdoors for long periods. | ||
| Eastman Chemical Company (Fiber Producer) Eastman provides chemicals, fibers and plastics materials that its customers use as key ingredients to make products people use every day. More than 10,000 Eastman employees around the world blend technical expertise and innovation to deliver practical solutions that help make the world a better place. Eastman is committed to finding sustainable business opportunities within diverse markets. Eastman is divided into four business segments including: 1)Coatings, Adhesives, Specialty Polymers and Inks; 2)Fibers; 3)Performance Chemicals and Intermediates; 4)Specialty Plastics. | ||
| Eclat (Fiber/Fabric/Apparel Manufacturer) Eclat Textile Company, Ltd., based in Taipei, Taiwan, is a vertical producer of circular knit fabrics for the high performance activewear, intimate apparel, swimwear, and casual sportswear markets. The company produces all types of knitted fabrics, including single knit jersey, interlock, rib knit, jacquard, terry knit, fleece, etc. The company's branded textile performance fabric is Body Care®. |
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| Elitex Global Industry Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturing) Elitex’s markets include the EU, USA and some of Asian countries. As a member of the Tzong Jain company group (Since 1962), the head office is in Taipei and has branch offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam and New York, Elitex is able to offer the high quality and large variety of products to customers. Elitex is now developing the innovative functional fabrics focused on the applications for Ecology, Health, Comfort and safety. Service goal is to satisfy customer needs by combining high value functional fabrics with fashion trends. | ||
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| Exportex, S. A. Dec.V. A third generation family owned circular knitter, based in Mexico City, has two divisions: 1) Its industrial division caters to the apparel interling and automobile markets. 2) The company's apparel division serves as a circular knitter for the volume Mexican market. It also provides high-end novelty knits for customers in Europe and the United States. | ||
| Fablok Mills Inc. Founded in 1952 and based in Murray Hill, NJ, Fablok Mills is a knitting, dyeing and finishing manufacturer of mesh fabrics. Its fully-integrated production facility provides the control and flexibility necessary to quickly satisfy its customers' needs. Fablok utilizes new, technical yarns, designs and finishes, which positions Fablok's customers at the leading edge of fabric innovation. The company's knitting capabilities offer both raschel and tricot fabrics, designed and constructed to prevent raveling. Fablok's warp knits provide a broad range of end uses from heavy-duty durable fabrics to lightweight fine fabrics. The company's dyeing and finishing capabilities include custom color matching. Fablok also offers flame retardant, ultraviolet-resistant and anti-microbial finishes. In addition, Fablok stocks a broad range of fabrics, in an array of colors, with hole sizes from 1/32" to 2". |
Fablok Mills Mesh Fabrics |
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| Fabric King Textile Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) Fabric King Textile Company was established in 1994, has long dedicated to the development of smart, hi-tech and eco-friendly textiles. Fabric King committed to a core value of continuously focus on innovation in order to enhance the safety and convenience of consumer lives. One of innovative design product is “smart costume” which is the combination of functional fabric with optical fiber and LED technology. The new design creates surface color variations to be used as fashionable decorations or details. | ||
| FabricLink Network Based in Tarzana, CA, the FabricLink Network consists of two on-line textile educational resources: FabricLink.com (trade-to-consumer) and TheTechnicalCenter.com (trade-to-trade). With over 1,000,000 visits per year, the award-winning sites provide information on new textile products and marketing opportunities for specialty textiles, textile-based products and services. The two sites offer valuable educational content and technical information; new releases on innovations; fabric descriptions; usage and care; supplier history and contacts. Seven Searchable indexes make the FabricLink Network web sites the “go to” resources for developers of textiles, fashion designers, and researchers. In addition, the Network offers effective platforms for all businesses, from small niche-based companies to large broad-based textile manufacturers, to reach other businesses within the supply chain and the consumer. | ||
| Faytex Corporation (Textile Technology Company) This global leader in moisture management fabrics for the footwear, apparel, sporting goods and medical industries was founded in 1978 by William Fay, Sr. Even before Dri-Lex began its mission as The sweat control fiber®, the Faytex Corporation’s claim-to-fame was the introduction of Cambrelle® in 1978. It took the footwear industry by storm because of its inherent comfort attributes. The Dri-Lex® line of performance-proven products has been engineered to take on a variety of end uses. There are over 30 products that give the wearer a decided comfort edge. | ||
| FelsslerUSA FesslerUSA, base in Orwigsburg, PA, owns and operates five apparel production facilities in Pennsylvania. All garments made and sold by FesslerUSA are 100% made-in-the-USA.Because it is a vertically integrated producer, the company provides quality production and fast service. All garments are cut using Gerber computerized automated cutting equipment and sewn at one of its five Pennsylvania sewing facilities. The company offers lower minimums and shorter lead times than offshore competitors and domestic companies that use sub-contractors for their production. FesslerUSA owns and operates five apparel production facilities in Pennsylvania. All garments made and sold by FesslerUSA are 100% made-in-the-USA. Because we are a vertically integrated producer, we can serve you better and faster. We knit our own fabric at our Deer Lake, Pennsylvania knitting facility. All garments are cut using Gerber computerized automated cutting equipment and sewn at one of our five Pennsylvania sewing facilities. As a vertical producer utilizing Gerber design and cutting technology, we can offer you lower minimums and shorter lead times than offshore competitors and domestic companies that use sub-contractors for their production. Vertical manufacturing also translates into better consistency and, in turn, better quality. | ||
| Fiber Innovation Technology (Fiber Producer) Fiber Innovation Technology, (FIT) manufactures AXXEL™ brand specialty fibers for applications across the full spectrum of textiles. While many products are designed and produced to meet specific needs for individual customers, others are available as "standard" items. The company is eager to discuss the possibilities, or other new fiber products designed to meet your unique needs. | ||
| FiberVisions Inc. (Fiber Producer) FiberVisions develops, manufactures, and markets CoolVision® polyolefin fibers for nonwovens, textiles and apparel and industrial applications. The Company's products add performance and processing benefits to a variety of markets, including the hygiene, textile, automotive, and construction industries. |
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| First Line Technology, LLC Founded in 2003, First Line Technology, LLC is a supplier of Out of the Box Solutions for first responders and the military. As a Total Solution provider for emergency response equipment, First Line works directly with manufacturers and subject matter experts to provide current solutions for emergency response missions. First Line has established itself as a leader in new product development and deployment with innovative and simple solutions. First Line prides itself on creating high-quality products that are comfortable, effective, and safe for use in an All-Hazards response. | ||
| Fits Sock company FITS Sock Co. develops socks that FIT like no other. The company has harnessed over 100 years of sock-knitting experience to solve the industry-wide issue of ill-fitting socks. Made from ultra-fine Merino Wool, FITS socks are sculpted to perfectly FIT your foot. The result: No more bunching, slipping, hot spots, or blisters. FITS uses F3Technology™ to deliver outstanding FIT, FEEL, and FUNCTION. FITS socks are made in the USA. | ||
| Foss Manufacturing Company LLC (Fiber Producer) is a vertically integrated producer of engineered, non-woven fabrics and specialty synthetic fibers for a variety of applications and markets. As one of the world's largest needle-punch based manufacturer, Foss is a well known leader and pioneer in the use of synthetic fibers in an ever-expanding number of manners, environments and circumstances. |
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| Freudenberg (non-woven fabric producer and developer of technologies) is a family company offering its customers technically challenging product solutions and services. With 441 companies in 55 countries and with its business partnerships, the company is present in all of the world´s major markets. The automotive industry (original equipment manufacturers) is the largest customer grouping for Freudenberg products. Other market segments include the mechanical engineering and plant engineering industry, the energy and chemical industry, the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, etc. |
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| Garloc of Canada, Ltd. (Manufacturer) This company, a subsidiary of Garlock Sealing Technologies, manufacturers and sells technical yarn, cloth and braid used in various industrial applications including, industrial sealing products, industrial and automotive friction products, and plastic-composite materials.Capabilities include friction spinning, high speed twisting, weaving and braiding of high tenacity and high temperature rated materials. | ||
| GE Energy Services With the purchase of BHA Technologies by GE Energy Services, GE now markets a family of ePTFE-based technical fabrics under the eVENT" Protection Fabrics brand name. These fabrics provide breathable-waterproof comfort and are positioned as the smartest choice for athletes and adventurers who need and demand the highest possible performance from their garments. |
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| Gehring Textiles, Inc. (Textile Mill) Founded as a family business in 1946, Gehring Textiles, Inc., has become a major manufacturer of warp knit fabrics used in apparel, home goods, sporting goods, medicine, industrial and highly engineered applications. Custom manufacturing is our strongest asset. Vertically integrated and technically advanced, Gehring operates dyeing and knitting mills where quality control, innovation and technical assistance are of paramount importance. The Gehring Textiles Militex Division was founded in 1952 to supply the United States military. Since then it has broadened its scope to satisfy the most demanding and highly technical needs, both industrial and military. | ||
| Glen Raven (Fabric Mill) Headquartered in Glen Raven, North Carolina, our company has grown from a small cotton mill into a global leader in performance fabrics. Founded in 1880 by John Q. Gant, Glen Raven is still owned and managed by his descendants. Glen Raven acquired The Astrup Company and John Boyle & Company in May 2007. The new company, Tri Vantage, merges Glen Raven's resources with those of Astrup and Boyle to position us to serve our global markets with greater supply chain efficiency and the highest level of customer service. | ||
| Glenoit Fabrics (Textile Manufacturer) Glenoit Fabrics is a mnufacturer of sliver knit pile fabrics for the outdoor and home furnishings markets. The company manufacturers both domestically at Tarboro Textiles, which is a contact manufacturer for Glenoit Fabrics' colorful pile fabrics, and in China. |
Berber By Glenoit Fabrics Cascade Caslana Chantilly Furelle/Petite Furelle Glenaura GlenPile Luxaire Marrakech MiniMicro Mystique Popcorn Sherpa SunDancer |
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| GlobalTex GlobalTex: LA International Textile & Sourcing Fair is the first full-scale production and design tradeshow in the United States presenting the complete supply chain for apparel. GlobalTex features the latest fabric, trim, yarn, textile design, garment manufacturing including private label, and manufacturing technology. GlobalTex is endorsed by the Textile Association of Los Angeles (TALA) and the California Fashion Association (CFA). | ||
| Gramicci (Apparel Manufacturer) Located in Southern Caalifornia, Gramicci creates clothes for the sport of living and the casual sportswear market. The company is best known for its inventive fabrics and finishes, artful expressionism, and highly functional design. | ||
| Green-Spun™ Textured Knits (Textile Mill) This Gastonia, North Carolina, based company is a manufacurer of a line of domestically produced 100% recycled cottons and 100% recycled knits in jersey and pique constructions, made from 65% recycled cotton/35% recycled PET polyester. The Green-Spun® lines of recycled fabrics are made from yarns that have had a prior life as a fabric, such as post consumer PET polyester or recycled cotton. |
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| Guillemot Inc. (Textile Mill) Guillemot Inc. is a manufacturer of high performance knitted fabrics and custom underwear and hoods. Since its inception in 1985, Guillemot International has been recognized for creating high-performance knitted fabric, specifically designed to protect from extreme temperatures. Key yarns used by Guillemot include 100% nomex, Kermel Viscose blend, 100% wool, and zirpro-treated wool. | ||
| Hafner Inc (Textile Mill) For more than half a century, Hafner has created stretch knit fabrics that enhance the performance and comfort of your apparel. From fashion to fitness to competition, Hafner is dedicated to manufacturing the highest quality fabrics. Hafner develops comfortable fabrics that breathe, wick and move with your body and high compression products to optimize athletic performance. No matter what your activity, there’s an innovative Hafner product engineered to improve your look and enhance your performance. Hafner is shaping the world of textiles! |
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| Hamrick Mills (Textile Mill) Hamrick Mills, founded in 1900, is located in Gaffney, South Carolina. The company is a leading producer of high quality, lightweight greige woven fabrics for use in the home furnishings, industrial, and apparel markets. The company offers woven fabrics in a variety of widths, ranging from 41 inches to 140 inches and weights from 2 to 6 oz. per square yard. The fabrics are offered in poly/cotton blends and 100% cotton, and in a variety of constructions/patterns (i.e. plain, twill, sateen, stripes, and herringbones. | ||
| Harrison Technologies (Textile Manufacturer) Harrison Technologies is a vertical mill, which maintains facilities in Taiwan and mainland China as part of Sinotex, Inc. The group produces coated fabrics under the Toughtek® and Rhinotek® brands. The company specializes in full garment packages, gear bags, and hunting products. Harrison provides laminations, coatings, and technical fabrics that incorporate UV protection; grip functions; abrasion resistance; fire, mildew, and wind resistance; waterproof breathability; antimicrobial; and cold-crack prevention. |
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| Hemp Industries Association (Association) The Hemp Industries Association (HIA) is a non-profit trade group representing hemp companies, researchers and supporters. We are at the forefront of the drive for fair and equal treatment of industrial hemp. Since 1992, the HIA has been dedicated to education, industry development, and the accelerated expansion of hemp world market supply and demand. | ||
| Her Min Textile Co., Ltd. (Fabric Manufacturer) This Taipei, Taiwan, based company, established in 1973, is one of the leading woven fabric manufactures in Taiwan. Her Min aims to be the top-end innovative fabric manufacturer, with core competencies ranging from fabric design, yarn dyeing to modern weaving and advanced finishing technology, most importantly, with its expertise in fabric R&D in the way of constantly creating the trendy products as well as accurately interpreting customer’s taste and concept. As the world’s awareness of the importance of green living and environmental protection, Her Min endeavors in fabric innovation with the combination of fashionable insight and functional material and technology. | ||
| Hercules Inc. (Fiber Producer) FiberVisions, a division of Hercules Inc., is the world's largest producer of thermal bond polypropylene staple fiber and a major supplier of fine denier staple fibers to the disposable hygiene product industry. It also produces textile fibers for automotive, decorative, and industrial applications. | ||
| Hobbs Bonded Fibers For more than 22 years, Hobbs Bonded Fibers (ISO certified 9001:2000) has specialized in developing and manufacturing specialty nonwoven products for Industrial and Consumer markets. The use of synthetic, natural and specialty fibers allows Hobbs Bonded Fibers the flexibility to design products to a customer’s exact specifications. All of Hobbs’ products are manufactured in the United States. |
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| Hohenstein Institute (Textile Science and Research Company) The Hohenstein Institute works and researches in the science of the physiological function of clothing, and has gained international recognition. Various biophysical measuring devices are used for the quantitative assessment of the wear properties of clothing systems, such as workwear and industrial clothing. The results are used to draw up construction guidelines for textiles and clothing systems which provide the wearer with a good level of wear comfort and also minimize the physiological strain at the workplace. | ||
| Hologenix, LLC (Research Company) Founded in 2003, Hologenix, LLC, makers of Celliant technology, is committed to creating, developing and bringing to market products that enhance people’s lives through new materials. They strive to deliver the future of healthy innovation through a variety of consumer categories. The company continues to explore new territories and is currently running FDA-focused, clinical trials to expand into the medical product arena. |
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| Honmyue Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) Based in Chang Hua, Taiwan, Honmyue was established in 1970. For over 40 years, Honmyue has grown into a public company with ISO 9001, ISO14001 and bluesign certification. Honmyue continues to its expand scale of operations to meet the needs of worldwide marketplace, with simultaneously enhancing the quality of products. All of its textiles are manufactured 100% in house under careful supervision. Honmyue takes pride in textile production as its core business. Honmyue devoted itself to develop the innovative variety of textile and to provide premium service to its customers. Business concepts of Honmyue are dedication, motivation, positive attitude and creativity. | ||
| Hot Chillys (Apparel Manufacturer) Hot Chillys has led the performance apparel industry for more than a decade with moisture managing base layer technology. When founded in 1985, Hot Chillys revolutionized the ski market with performance ski "warm wear" (base layer underwear) incorporating fabric technologies previously found primarily in running apparel. | ||
| Hwang Yih Textile Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) This company started out as a professional dye house in 1995 and later on Hwang Yih Textile (HYT) transformed into a vertically integrated fabric supplier. As one of the key suppliers for various sportswear brand labels worldwide, HYT specializes in technical, functional knit wear, such as quick-dry, anti-microbial, moisture management, UV-cut, etc. HYT prides itself as the products are 100% made in Taiwan and has conformed to international safety standards. In addition, HYT is certified with ISO9001/ 14001 and has met Oeko-tex Standard100 | ||
| Hyosung America Inc. (Fiber Producer) Hyosung is the second largest global manufacturer of Creora® brand spandex. Creora high heat resistant H350 is specifically engineered for polyester compatibility and offers improved wash fastness and quality in soft, quick-drying blends. |
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| Indera Mills Indera Mills is one of the three largest suppliers of thermal underwear products in the U.S. They are unique in that the Company only produces and distributes thermal underwear and winterweight thermal products. What distinguishes Indera most from its competition is its ability to "turn on a dime", shipping most customers orders within 24 to 48 hours from time of order receipt. Most of the manufacturing process and control is carried out in the Company facilities in Yadkinville, North Carolina, where design, knitting, cutting, distribution, and administrative duties are handled. In 1997 Indera Mills began outsourcing the sewing function to a facility in Monterrey, Mexico. Today nearly 90% of the sewing and packaging is done from this plant. The Indera Mills business strategy is to maintain its position as a low-cost, high-quality supplier of thermal underwear by emphasizing attentiveness and responsiveness in its customer relationships. |
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| Indigenous Designs A manufacturer of sustainable apparel, Indigenous Designs' garments are made by the hands and hearts of artisans in many types of communities throughout the globe. By working directly with these artisans and their knitting cooperatives, a strong partnership has evolved to support their visions in managing sustainable commerce. Indigenous Designs assists the artisans with quality control measures, sound production and planning management, as well as research and design for the local and world markets. | ||
| Industrial Fabrics Assoc. Int. (IFAI) (Association) The Industrial Fabrics Association (IFAI) is the only trade association in the world representing the entire technical textiles industry--a world market estimated to grow about five to six percent per year over the next decade. Technical textiles represent a world market estimated at $123 billion in 2010. IFAI supports nearly 1,900 member companies in 11 defined market niches and three country sectors; organizes the largest industry trade show in the Americas, IFAI Expo Americas; and publishes seven trade magazines and buyers guides in print and online. IFAI will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2012. | ||
| Innovative Insulation Inc. Innovative Insulation Inc. has been providing its customers with cutting edge insulation products for over 18 years. Super Rtm Radiant Barriers and other 99% pure aluminum products provide the very best in reflective technology. The company's newest offering is a versatile new product called Temptrol™. This innovative new material is soft, flexible, washable and perfect for a multitude of products from clothing to awnings. |
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| InSport International Inc. (Apparel Manufacturer) InSport is a manufacturer that specializes in athletic apparel. The company employs experienced athletes, inventors and designers who come together to create unique products that truly perform. The team scrutinizes every product down to the smallest detail to ensure that it will perform for the consumer. And it offers a breadth of product to address the individual needs of the customers, so they can be comfortable in whatever they're doing. |
DryLiner® DrySport® Hydrasuede® Triphibian® Vortech® |
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| International Oeko-Tex Association The International Oeko-Tex® Association, a grouping of 14 well-known textile research and test institutes in Europe and Japan, with representative agencies and contact offices in over 40 countries worldwide, is responsible for the independent tests for harmful substances according to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100. | ||
| International Textile Market Association Founded in 1990, the ITMA is a non-profit trade association, consisting of mills, converters, tanneries and trimming manufacturers that supply decorative coverings for the home furnishings industry, whose main objective is to stimulate growth and development within the home furnishings industry. The ITMA is the producer of Showtime, the largest textile market in the United States. | ||
| International Trade Center (Association) ITC has worked with firms, national governments and industry associations to promote silk and silk products in silk producing developing countries, particularly in Asia. ITC has closely monitored world production and trade in silk goods, working with key industry players such as the International Silk association, the International Sericulture Commission (both in Lyon, France), and relevant organizations in developing countries, including the China National Silk Import and Export Corporation, the Central Silk Board of India, the Indian Silk Export Council, the Thai Silk Association and others. | ||
| Invista (Fiber Producer) Invista is a global integrated producer and marketer of premium fibers, resins and intermediaries. The company's best known global fabric brands include Lycra®, StainMaster®, Antron®, Polarguard®, Coolmax®, Thermolite®, Avora®FR, Cordura®, Supplex®, Tactel®, and ESP®. |
Antron® Avora® FR CELBOND® Comforel® CoolMax® Coolmax™ EcoTech™ 
Dacron® ESP® Finesse® Hollofil 808® HOLLOFIL®II Lycra® Micro-loft® MicroSupplex Microtherm® Polarguard® Polarguard® Polarguard® 3D Polarguard® HV Quallofil® SOLARMAX® Supplex® SUPRIVA™ Tactel® Thermolite® |
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| James Thompson & Co., Inc. James Thompson & Co. is a dyer, finisher and producer of fabrics and sewn textile products. Founded in 1860 as a weaver of nettings, the company now specializes in producing solid shade cotton fabrics for the industrial, home sewing, quilting and crafts industries. The mills specializes in the following constructions: duck cloth, flannel, muslin, twill, burlap, tickings, wide cottons, buckram, and bull denim. James Thompson & co. also maintains a sewing operation in Mexico that provides a variety of specialty finished textile products. |
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| King Tech Industry Corporation (Technology Company) King Tech Industry Corporation, maintains offices in San Diego, California, Basingstoke, England, and has a factory and laboratory in Shanghai, China. King Tech specializes in the production of retro-reflective material, functional fabric, and life protection garments. Over the past decade, King Tech has adapted patented, innovative production methods, and offers fabric development/research services, garment design, and an in-house cut-and-sew factory to ensure speedy delivery and quality control in all levels of production. |
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| Kingwhale (Textile Mill) This fabric manufacturer is a leading, bluesign® and Oeko-tex® compliant supplier of environmentally responsible, innovative performance fabrics and finished products for the global apparel industry. Based in Taipei, Taiwan, Kingwhale is totally vertically integrated, engineering and supervising the entire production process from fiber, to fabric, to garment construction using the most advanced research, design, testing and manufacturing equipment available. | ||
| Laztech Consultants, Inc. (Service Company) Experts to the fiber, textile and apparel industries, Laztech Consultants provide services including business and product strategies, product development, and supply chain management. Mark Lazarus, President, holds a US patent and has engineered performance fabrics for use in garments for the Olympics and NFL/NCAA football, as well as critical medical applications such as post-surgical and burn garments. He pioneered the compression testing at Penn State University, did extensive product development and testing for Under Armour®, including two environmental chamber studies, and served as the Chairman of the SGMA Fiber & Fabric Committee. | ||
| Lenzing Fibers (Fiber Producer) The Lenzing Group, an international corporate group with headquarters in Upper Austria, is present on world markets. With quality and innovation, the company sets standards in the field of man-made cellulose fibers. Lenzing is committed to the principles of sustainable management with high environmental standards. The Lenzing Group is a world leader in marketing and manufacturing man-made cellulose fibers. Lenzing TENCEL®, Lenzing Modal® and Lenzing Viscose® fibers are primarily used in the textile industry, special fibers made by Lenzing are used for hygiene as well as technical applications. |
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| Li Peng Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) Li Peng is known as a textile company in Asia that offers global services covering both nylon and polyester fields. The service range includes all the textile supply chain from polymerization, spinning, weaving, dyeing, and all the way to post-finishing process. Equipped with 30 years of skills and experiences, and fully automatic production line for bulk or batch production, LIBOLON ® is the brand you can trust, and your best textile partner in Asia. | ||
| Loki LLC (Apparel Manufacturer) Based in Grand Junction, CO, Loki gear fuses “low key”, casual design with state of the art performance to update and extend the traditional outdoor experience. The company makes versatile outerwear and gear, and designs each item to perform more than a single function, which means less stuff to carry and a safer outdoor experience. | ||
| Los Angeles International Textile Show (Trade Show) LA Textile is the fashion industry’s destination for premier textile, design and production resources. Offering hundreds of fabric selections and design services from around the world, the caliber of resources and fashion direction is presented with our Contemporary designer audience in mind. Our trend forum, curated by trend partner WGSN, and complimentary seminar program are designed to inform and inspire. | ||
| Malibu Textiles (Textile Distributor) This company offers a global distribution on stretch laces, rigid laces, raschel, jacquards, fringes, scallops, borders, leavers, glitter, flocking, nets, and meshes. | ||
| Manoir Inc. (Textile Mill) This leading Quebec, Canada based mill is circular knit producer, providing creative styling, a wide product range including: sustainable, conventional, high-fashion, high visibility, and Nomex knits in a variety single-knit and double-knit capabilities, with quick on-time deliveries. Manoir offers a dedicated sales force and in-house staff supporting its customers throughout North America with personalized service buoyed by real-time access to production, technical, and quality related data. Manoir Inc constantly introduces innovative, fashion sensitive fabrics on pace with the latest trends in fibers, with an extensive range of knitting and finishing options. |
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| Market Center Management Company Market Center Management Company (MCMC), based in Dallas, Texas, is the largest international wholesale market center and trade show management company in the world. MCMC and its parent company, Dallas-based Crow Holdings, owns and/or manages market centers and associated trade shows on four continents – North America (Dallas Market Center and GlobalTex: LA International Textile Fair), Asia (ShanghaiMart), Europe (Brussels International Trade Mart) and South America (LatinAmerican Trade Mart). | ||
| Masters of Linen (Association) MASTERS OF LINEN is a subsidiary of the CELC (European Flax and Hemp Confederation), the only European agro-industrial body to bring together players working in all stages of the flax/linen supply chain, from plant to fabric, including scutching and spinning. As a venue for brainstorming, economic analysis and cooperation, the CELC is also a regulatory body, working to promote industrial harmony and provide strategy. Masters of Linen acts as the interface between the European linen industry and the other players in the sector. | ||
| Menra Mills (Textile Mill) Menra Mills is the manufacture of fleece products, such as Artic Fleece® and Chinella®. |
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| Merrell Apparel Classic, styles with modern technology and fabrics is what Merrell Apparel provides. The design team at Merrell Apparel designs their clothing line to be highly fashionable, yet simple and functional. | ||
| Merryson Corporation (Vertical Fabric/Apparel/Home Furnishings Manufacture) Established in 1999, Merryson Corporation specializes in jacquard fabrics and ready-made products. Its manufacturing facilities introduce the unique products and designs to North America, Europe and Australia market and establish its brand with different marketing approaches. Merryson develops new products, produces functional and high-quality jacquard fabrics for sports, casual and fashion apparel. Merryson also utilities its original and innovative fabrics to create clothing brand “miniMe” and home furnishing brand “Salamanka”; combining the latest fashion trend and fine-quality marketing plan. | ||
| Milliken & Company (Fabric Manufacturer) Milliken manufactures a wide variety of knit and woven fabrics to serve the various clothing needs. Utilizing polyester, nylon, cotton, spandex and other synthetic fibers, Milliken offers a broad range of women's apparel fabrics. These fabrics are sold to the nation's major branded apparel manufacturers whose garments can be found in leading retailers such as Wal-Mart, JC Penney's, Dillard's, Nordstrom's and Lands' End. Two of Millikens most popular brands are VisaEndurence® and StainSmart®. |
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| Mohair Council of America (Association) This association promotes the sale and use of mohair. | ||
| Monterey Mills (Textile Mill) Monterey Mills, located in Janesville, Wisconsin, is a premier supplier of knitted pile fabric to the paint roller industry. Product lines include: apparel, over-the-counter, toy, saddlepad, casket/boot/slipper/music case liners, wash mitts, pet beds, wool and wool blended buffing pads, premium hospital pads, and pet bed fabrics. The company strives to be the premium supplier of knitted pile fabric and to be recognized as a leader in the industry. | ||
| Mountain Khakis Design. Quality. Consistency. Authenticity. What started as a casual conversation at the Shady Lady Saloon in Jackson Hole, WY has become a top-performing outdoor-inspired apparel brand. Established in 2003 and based in Jackson Hole, Mountain Khakis quickly became a staple in the wardrobe of everyone from ranch hands to golf pros, those who travel by jet, as well as those who travel by thumb. The Mountain Khakis brand story continues to resonate as it connects to the enthusiast who believes that freedom and rugged adventure is a way of life. | ||
| Mudpie (Trend/Forecasting Service) Established in 1992, Mudpie is the UK’s largest trend forecasting service, with an international network spanning 50 countries and branded offices in 17 locations, including Asia, Africa, Australia, the Americas and Europe. Mudpie is a leading authority on the supply of trend intelligence to the creative industries. The company has the largest range of trend-led products available, comprising trendbooks – which are the leader in global market share, online trend services (Mpdclick) and is the only forecasting service with its own commercial graphic and textile design studio. Mudpie publishes forecasted colour information six months in advance of any other trend service and two years ahead of season. | ||
| Munda Sports (Technology Company) This manufacture is the creator of the first true cold weather athletic glove, and the developer of CORE-FLEQT® fabric for use as an insulation product in apparel. The CORE-FLEQT® material provides extreme warmth and insulation properties for sleeping bags, athletic apparel, athletic footwear, socks, snow boarding apparel, fishing waders, fishing shirts, fishing vests, hip-guards made especially for fishing, ski boots, ski gloves, ski apparel, wetsuits, emergency water rescue suits, as well as for use in baseball gloves, soccer goalie gloves, golf gloves, and snow boarding gloves. |
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| NanoHorizons (Technology) NanoHorizons, Inc. focuses on nanotechnology applications in the fiber, medical, semiconductor and analytic chemistry markets. Founded in 2002, the company is a leading innovator in using applied nanotechnology to solve real problems. In addition to SmartSilver™ nanoparticle-based additives and antimicrobial fibers, NanoHorizons' products and application introductions include QuickMass™, the Postflex process, and a nanoscale-engineered solar cell technology. The company's founder also founded the Penn State NanoFabrication Facility, a part of the National Nanotechnology Infrastructure Network. |
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| Nano-tex This advanced fabric company, based in Oakland, California, employs nanotechnology to transform fabrics. Nano-Tex® advanced fabrics provide a range of performance features that repel liquids, release tough stains, wick moisture, eliminate body odor or eliminate static. Nano-Tex serves the consumer apparel, home textiles and commercial interiors industries. |
Nano-Tex® All Conditions Fleece Nano-Tex® Coolest Comfort Nano-Tex® Dry Inside Nano-Tex® Neutralizer Nano-Tex® Releases Stains Nano-Tex® Repels Spills & Releases Stains Nano-Tex® Resists Spills Nano-Tex® Resists Static |
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| National Textile Industries (Fabric Manufacturer) National Textile Industries, has been supplying broadcloth and trimmings since 1958. Today, National Textile Industries converts poly cotton broadcloth for a wide range of manufacturers from the home furnishings market to the medical market. In addition, its bias binding division produces approximately 295 million yards of trimming a year. National Textile Industries has developed an unsurpassed reputation in the industry for quality fabric and trims in its stock program of over 150 solid colors. | ||
| NatureWorks LLC NatureWorks LLC is a stand-alone company wholly owned by Cargill. Dedicated to meeting the world’s needs today without compromising the earth’s ability to meet the needs of tomorrow, NatureWorks LLC is the first company to offer a family of commercially available greenhouse-gas-neutral polymers derived from 100 percent annually renewable resources with cost and performance that compete with petroleum-based packaging materials and fibers. The company applies its unique technology to the processing of natural plant sugars to create a proprietary polylactide polymer, which is marketed under the NatureWorks® polymer and Ingeo™ fibers brand names. |
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| Next Fiber Technology Based in Frederick, MD, Next Fiber Technology is the producer of NanoGLIDE™ and CuTEC™. These two products work across the entire apparel value chain, creating value for fabric mills, garment makers and brands; world wide. The business is comprised of an impressive line-up of global consumer brands that utilize the powerful NanoGLIDE™ and CuTEC™ brands, to deliver comfort and fashion in premium garments and socks globally. Next Fiber Technology is creating value that will encompass the breadth of consumer clothing - from innerwear to outerwear. |
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| Nextec Applications Inc. (Technology) Nextec Applications, Inc. has pioneered a new process for creating performance fabrics. By using precise polymer placement and special chemistries, protection is placed inside the fabric, encapsulating the actual woven fibers. The company's design and management teams are leaders in the production of high performance fabrics for a broad range of markets including outdoor gear, performance apparel, industrial applications and protective products. Nextec's extensive R&D capabilities cover fabric characterization, polymer research and development and a full range of ASTM and AATCC fabric testing. Nextec is best known for its EPIC by Nextec® fabrics. |
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| Nielsen Business Media Organizers of several industry apparel trade shows, including Outdoor Retailer, Action Sports Retailer, Fly Fishing Expo, and the Imprinted S[portswear Show. | ||
| Nilit Corporate America (Fiber/yarn Producer) Nilit is the international manufacturer of fine and super fine yarns for the fashion legwear and bodywear markets. The company is a pioneer in the devolpment of nylon microfibers and their applications. The Sensil® brand comprises Nilit's family of 6.6 polyamide yarns. |
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| Noble Fiber Technologies (Fiber Producer) Silver fiber is the silver bullet in Noble Fiber Technologies' business model. The company markets and distributes X-Static, a silver fiber that is used in manufacturing textiles, home fashions, military boots and apparel, medical garments, and a variety of other consumer products. X-Static is an effective anti-microbial and has proven anti-static, heat transfer, and therapeutic properties as well. |
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| Nüwa® Textiles (Full-Service Textile Company) Nüwa® Textiles is the next step in the evolution of the textile industry—--a choice for manufacturers seeking fabric offering environmentally friendly manufacturing protocols. Nüwa employs strategies that include advanced energy production, water conserving dyeing machinery, emissions recycling and effluent treatment. Committed to achieving equilibrium between performance and eco-consciousness, Nüwa Textiles offers: 1)Dedicated textile engineering, insuring speedy fabric development and solutions to suit its customer’s specific needs; 2)Production of a full range of nylon, polyester, and recycled polyester for bags, apparel and sleeping bags; 3)World-class fabric mills and dyeing and finishing plants complying with Oeko-Tex® and ISO-14001 standards. Nüwa is currently completing bluesign® certification. |
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| Nylstar (Fiber producer) Nylstar is a leading producer of polyamide yarns, and the Meryl® family of nylon yarns for the activewear, bodywear, hosiery, and seamless knitting markets. | ||
| Oeko-Tek The International Oeko-Tex® Association, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, was founded in 1992 by the Austrian Textile Research Institute and the German Hohenstein Research Institutes. Currently, its membership includes 15 independent textile research and testing institutes with offices in over 52 countries. To date, more than 95,000 Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certificates have been issued‹and more than 10,000 in 2009 alone‹and 9,500 companies in 91 countries are working with Oeko-Tex® to ensure that their products are tested for potentially harmful substances. The Association also offers the Oeko-Tex® Standard 1000 certification for environmentally and socially responsible textile manufacturing facilities. | ||
| Offray Specialty Narrow Fabrics, Inc. (OSNF) This innovative manufacturer of technical webbing for commercial and military applications, based in Chester, NJ, sells narrow textile products to companies throughout the world. Highlights of the innovative development and production work done by Offray include: Fire retardant straps, elastics and ropes for breathing and safety equipment used by firefighters; Woven static control ribbons used in computer chip manufacturing; Pioneering development of electronic textiles for the United States military; Products for NASA, the United States Forestry Service, and numerous specialized Defense Departments applications |
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| Optimer Inc. (Textile Technology) This technology-based company, located in Wilmington, DE, is a textile research, development and marketing company. Founded in 2001, Optimer has a scientific staff credited with over 100 patents and developments. Optimer Brands' registered trademarks include Dri-release® and DRIFIRE®, a line of comfortable, flame resistant apparel and fabrics. |
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| Organic Cotton Exchange Founded in 2002, Organic Exchange facilitates expansion of the global organic cotton fiber supply by working closely with the entire value chain, from farmers to retailers, to help develop organic cotton programs. OE has hosted numerous organic cotton conferences and trainings in supply chain centers around the world, including Brazil, China, India, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, the United Kingdom, and the United States. | ||
| Outdoor Retailer Outdoor Retailer is the tradeshow venue of choice for the outdoor specialty industry. Brands big and small have a focused and targeted forum to contribute and conduct the business of the outdoors, with key market exposure in the most comprehensive showcase of outdoor companies. As Outdoor Retailer continues to attract national and international dealers in every category - specialty, specialty chain, general sporting goods, military, resort, mail order, big box and mass merchant retailers, its commitment is to deliver the best outdoor trade environment for your business to flourish and grow. | ||
| Outlast Technologies (Textile Technology) Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Outlast Technologies Incorporated specializes in Outlast® Adaptive Comfort® technology that delivers superior comfort and performance. The company develops and markets products that interactively change temperature in response to the unique needs of each individual and the demands of their environment. Today the intelligent microencapsulated phase change material (PCM) is not only used in high quality apparel and footwear, but also in bedding and other applications of worldwide brand leaders. |
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| Pittards (Leather Supplier)Pittards plc is a preferred supplier of high performance leather to the world's leading brands of gloves, shoes, luxury leathergoods and sports equipment. The company seeks to grow its business by offering innovative leathers which are differentiated from competing products by their performance properties, quality and consistency, which are backed by the highest standards of customer service. |
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| PLUS Compound Technologies (Component Supplier) This company offers products that are an environmentally-friendly alternative to EVA, PU and rubber. It is focused on creating materials and products that outperform and outlast those traditionally made from foam and rubber materials, which will ultimately keep most of this type of post-consumer material out of landfills. PLUS produces components for manufacturers and finished goods for branded product companies from proprietary materials that are 100% recyclable. It offers a true cradle-to cradle solution to manufacturers, brands, and consumers seeking products that have minimal impact on the environment. On behalf of the brands it supports, the company also operates a recycling center that collects reclaimed consumer products that have historically been manufactured using traditional foam or rubber elements. |
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| Polartec, LLC (Textile Mill) Malden Mills Industries Inc. is the developer and manufacturer of Polartec® performance textiles. |
Polartec® Aqua Shell® Polartec® Classic Polartec® Power Dry® Polartec® Power Shield Polartec® Power Stretch® Polartec® Thermal Pro® Polartec® Wind Pro® Polartec® Windbloc® Polartec® Windbloc-ACT® |
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| Polygiene AB (Antimocrobial Finish) Polygiene AB is the producer of Polygiene antimicrobial, an innovative silver finish which is available for treating both the yarns and fabrics. No binder is need during the milling treatment. At Polygiene AB it's all about inspiring solutions for a safer environment. Our vision of the role that technology can play in achieving this has grown out of a series of recent, groundbreaking accomplishments based on a natural process that has been well known for centuries. | ||
| Poole Company (Fiber Mill and Distributor) The David C. Poole Company, Inc., located in Greenville, SC, is the largest distributor of synthetic staple fibers, such as polyester, rayon, and polypropylene in the U.S. Poole Company is also a major supplier for pet bottle grade resins. Both staple fibers and pet resins are supplied to domestic as well as international markets by direct sale or international agents. The company is the manufacturer of EcoSure2™ staple fiber, a sustainable performance fiber made from 100% post consumer recycled PET packaging. |
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| Premiere Fibers, Inc. (Fiber Producer) Premiere Fibers brings perpetual innovation to the man-made fibers industry. The company is dedicated to continuous improvement, industry-leading technical support, dependable service and environmentally/socially responsible stewardship efforts. It provides customers with a broad array of specialty products, all with outstanding quality. Located in the textile region of North Carolina, Premiere Fibers has the flexibility to create highly customized performance POY and FDY yarns for the most demanding applications. Current and potential applications include apparel, military, industrial, sports, agriculture, construction, geotextiles, home, transportation, packaging, aerospace, environment, safety and security. | ||
| Prima-Tex industries, Inc. Prima-Tex, a Buena Park, California, based textile printing company, has emerged as one of the West Coast's leading rotary printers. This customer service oriented, quality textile printer focuses on fast turn-times for its customers. Prima-Tex offers an in-house design studio, screen engraving, and a dedicated staff to personally cater to its customers' needs. The company can create custom orders, and will work closed with its customers to make any idea a reality. Prima-Tex's specific capabilitites include: color rotary screen printing, sanforizing, micro-sanding, crinkling, discharge printing, burn-out printing, foil and paper transfer, and custom finishing. |
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| Proctor & Gamble (P&G) Three billion times a day, P&G brands touch the lives of people around the world. The company has one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Pampers(R), Tide(R), Ariel(R), Always(R), Whisper(R), Pantene(R), Mach3(R), Bounty(R), Dawn(R), Pringles(R), Folgers(R), Charmin(R), Downy(R), Lenor(R), Iams(R), Crest(R), Oral-B(R), Actonel(R), Duracell(R), Olay(R), Head & Shoulders(R), Wella(R), Gillette(R), and Braun(R). The P&G community consists of over 135,000 employees working in over 80 countries worldwide. |
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| Radici Group A leading Italian multinational chemicals, this company brings fifty years of experience in the fibers sector to the textile industry. One of the Group’s strong points is its vertical integration of polyamide production. State-of-the-art plants, advanced production technologies, and complete production processes contribute to the manufacture of the highest quality yarns with properties that make them ideal for a variety of application sectors. These applications include automotive, clothing, furnishings, residential, industrial, and contract flooring. | ||
| RadiciSpandex (Fiber Producer) RadiciSpandex Corp. is a U.S. subsidiary of The Radici Group, an Italian based entity that employs over 5600 employees at 49 production units in 15 countries worldwide. The company's trademark product is RadElast®. |
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| Redding Canvas Redding Canvas is a manufacturer of custom covers, as well as selling the stock fabrics used in the covers. The company manufactures items to your specifications. Family owned and operated since 1985, Redding Canvas has a reputation for building quality, durable canvas products. The company believes in using the best techniques, the best materials, and the best prices to make canvas products that will last for years. Many of the company's items carry a 5 yr. guarantee. Redding Canvas's manufactured items include covers for sandboxes, swamp coolers, satellite dishes, sun shades, patios, retractable covers, valances, and tarps. | ||
| Regitex Inc. (Yarn Spinner) Regitex manufactures ring spun yarns of many natural and synthetic fibers for the sale yarn market only. It serves the North American market with expertise and quality. The company utilizes advanced ring spinning and open end equipment to provide the yarn market with knitting, weaving, and specialty yarns for a variety of military and industrial uses. | ||
| Rentex Mills, Inc. Founded in 1964, Rentex Mills is a vertically integrated warp and circular knitter based in Mont-Royal, Quebec, Canada. Specializing in niche markets, Rentex produces rigid as well as elastomeric fabrics, and can produce fabrics as wide as 5.7 meters. The company's knitting and dyeing operations are state-of-the-art. Rentex currently produces textiles for apparel, military, safety, medical, after-market automotive, industrial, theatre, agriculture, aquatic, and footwear markets. Exports account for 40% of sales with a department dedicated to handling export customer service and delivery. |
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| Rogers Corporation (Manufacturer) Headquartered in Rogers, CT, Rogers Corporation is a global technology leader in the development and manufacture of high performance, specialty-material-based products for a variety of applications in diverse markets including: portable communications, communications infrastructure, computer and office equipment, consumer products, ground transportation, aerospace and defense. Rogers Corporation's PORON® Cushioning has provided footwear, apparel, and protective equipment brands with a material that supports, protects, and comforts for over 40 years. PORON Cushioning products are durable yet flexible, so they will not wear or break down like other cushioning products. Rogers operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, Europe and Asia. In Asia, Rogers maintains sales offices in Japan, China, Taiwan, Korea and Singapore. |
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| Roonwear (Manufacturer) This manufacturer is the producer of a line of infants and children's performance apparel, styled to be functional and comfortable, and have the look and appeal that is currently popular in the outdoor market for their adult counterparts. | ||
| Rubberlite, Inc. (Supplier) Rubberlite, Inc. is an industry recognized leader of converted cellular rubber and plastic products. Rubberlite is an innovator in polyurethane foam manufacturing and features the largest variety of foam densities by thickness, with the tightest tolerance capability in the industry. The company also laminates most any cellular foam with a wide variety of fabrics, and films, and can laminate fabric to fabric or foam to foam for dual function or dual density applications. Rubberlite is the producer of the HyPUR-cel® and Visco-cel® family of medium-to-high density foams. Rubberlite services the safety, sports textiles, medical, automotive, industrial, electronic, and footwear markets. |
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| S & A Impex (Trading Company/Finishing Equipment)S & A is a trading firm, dealing in specialty chemicals for the garment and textile trade. S & A also offers specialty finishing equipment for the garment industry. | ||
| Sanitized AG (Antimicrobial Technology) This company is the leading worldwide producer of antimicrobial hygiene function and material protection for textiles and plastics. For over 50 years this Swiss based company has used the latest technology to develop individual antimicrobial hygiene solutions. SANITIZED is committed to responsible ecological practices with products that use only scientifically researched and registered antimicrobial active ingredients that have undergone strict, internationally approved human and environmental risk assessments. The company offers support for marketing and technical queries, and comprehensive testing services. Sanitized® is a universally recognized brand and license concept. Its global distribution partner is the company Clariant. | ||
| Schoeller Textil USA (Textile Mill) Schoeller develops multi-functional performance stretch woven fabrics, incorporating protective and reflective qualities into the fabrics. |
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| Schuessler Knitting Mills, Inc. (Textile Mill) Schuessler Knitting Mills is the manufacturer of knit & fleece winter hats, scarves, neckgaiters, headbands, mittens and more. | ||
| Sea Leather Wear (leather Company) This company is a Canadian marketer of tanned fish leather. The leather is offered primarily in suede and glazed finishes, and has been used to make shoes, handbags and other apparel and accessories, as well as for bookbinding and costume sets. The company offers small sampling packages of skins, as well as stocklots and factory seconds packages, all in a variety of colors. All the leather has been tanned in Canada and ships from Calgary. | ||
| Seamless Consortium A division within The Hosiery Association (THA), The Seamless Consortium is an industry group representing manufactures, suppliers, marketers, and retailers of seamless apparel products. Its objective is to be the primary destination for information, education, and support related to the business of design, development, production and marketing of seamless garments. | ||
| Seaway Yarns Ltd. (Yarn Converter) Seaway Yarns Limited is a specialty manufacturer of twisted, air entangled and air textured high performance yarns. The company specializes in quick turn-around, custom put-ups, and packaging in the range of 200 to 100,000 denier. Seaway works with polyester, nylon, polypropylene, aramids, Vectran®, Torcon®, cotton in filaments and blended yarns. | ||
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| Shangson Textile Limited (Textile Manufacturer) Established in 2002, Shangson Textile is an experienced R&D jacquard team who have been in the area of “HDL”. The company develops new products and upgrades the facilities constantly, and provides unique products and designs to customers. The marketing plan of Shangson is to focus on fabric quality and special jacquard fabrics for Sports/ Casual/ Fashion apparel to satisfy its customers in North America, England, Europe and Australia. Shangson sees itself as the high quality brand which offers unique designs, fine quality and functional products. The goal of Shangson is to enhance its competitiveness in product’s core value. | ||
| Shawmut Mills (Textile Mill) Shawmut laminates over 30 million yards annually on 15 laminating ranges, making it the largest independent laminator in the U.S. Shawmut has the ability to serve a variety of industries including the automotive, medical, protective and performance wear, military, hospitality, and filtration industries. |
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| Shei Chung Hsin lnd. Co., Ltd. (Textile & Yarn Manufacturer) The SHEICO Group consists Shei Chung Hsin and Shei Heng Hsin two business segments. Shei Chung Hsin is one of the global leading supplier with professional manufacturing and strong R&D ability which specializes in neoprene wetsuit, neoprene sheet, rash guard and Spanflex® stretch fabric. Shei Heng Hsin specializes in Sheiflex ® spandex yarn manufacturing. Customized solution is available for different product levels to meet all your demands. SHEICO believes in constantly taking on new challenges and finding ways to advance new markets. | ||
| Silver State Fabrics (Textile Mill) This textile company offers a practical line of upholstery and seating fabrics, and supplies to suit a host of applications: Residential, commercial, healthcare, hospitality, automotive and marine. The line of Silver State Fabrics are available in a host of textures, patterns, and colors, many of which are designed to repel stains, moisture and mildew, and bacteria. The company is a leader in the use of decorative fabrics for performance applications with such recognized brands as Sunbrella®, Crypton® and Terratex®. | ||
| Silver Textile, Inc. (Knit/Woven Distributor/Garment Packages) This company offers a line of Tencels®, Bembergs, yarn dyes, embroideries, cottons, lace, velvets, cordurys, silks, jacquards, prints, wovens, and knit fabrics and full garment packages. | ||
| Singtex Industrial Co., Ltd. (Textile Mill) Since SINGTEX® company was founded in 1989, it has been engaged in developing the high-value-added functional fabrics with high-degree scientific know-how. A group of the managing members with professional expertise and passion under the leadership of the General Manager, Mr. Jason Chen, based on SINGTEX® six benchmarks: Passion, Sincerity, Innovation, Service, Quality and Feedback, provide the multifarious functional fabrics to many worldwide famous brands. Singtex is the manufacturer of S.Café® Innovative Fabrics, Environment-friendly, and Functional Fabrics. |
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| Skirt Sports Skirt Sports is a women’s fitness apparel brand designed for runners, cyclists, triathletes, tennis players, golfers, walkers and everyday fashionistas who want to add some extra inspiration, style and fun to their daily workouts and lives. Based in Boulder, Colo., Skirt Sports launched in 2004 by professional triathlete Nicole DeBoom. In fact, Nicole created the first-ever women’s running skirt and became an Ironman champion wearing a home-sewn prototype. | ||
| Snowsports Indsutries America (SIA) This association is the national not-for-profit, North American member-owned, trade association representing the snow sports industry. Established in 1954, SIA annually produces the SIA Snow Show, the largest snow sports industry trade show, on-snow demo and networking environment globally, while delivering invaluable data/research reports including the Snow Sports Market Intelligence Report, the SIA Retail Audit and Executive Market Summary. SIA also develops marketing products, programs and services such as logistics and Government affairs that help our Members operate more efficiently and increase participation in snow sports. For more information, check out snowsports.org. | ||
| SNS Nano Fiber Technology, LLC A company borne from a partnership between the University of Akron, Struktol Company of America and the German based Schill & Seilacher, SNS Nano fiber Technology is the manufacturer of Nanosan®, a new type of nonwoven composed of polymer nanofibers. Utilizing SNS's proprietary technology, nanofibers can now be produced in larger quantities and at a substantially lower cost, making Nanosan® the first commercially available material of its kind on the market. |
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| Solutia Inc. (Fiber/Yarn Producer) Wear-Dated® carpet fiber, made by Solutia, has earned its reputation as one of the most durable choices for carpet. Carpet made with Wear-Dated® carpet fiber is available from the major carpet manufacturers and brands, like Mohawk (Karastan, Aladdin, Horizon, CustomWeave, Wunda Weve), Shaw (Tuftex, Philadelphia, Queen, World, Trustmark), Beaulieu (Coronet, Hollytex), Royalty, Gulistan, Milliken, Fabrica, and Masland. |
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| Sportek International Inc. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Sportek International is a leader in importing, converting and distributing stretch, elastic, fleece/pile, active wear, sportswear and functional fabrics into the US market. For over two decades, Sportek has been the proud fabric supplier to the leading swimwear, cycle wear, rash guard, dance wear and outer wear manufacturers in the US, Canada and Mexico. With over a half million yards of fabric in stock in it's Los Angeles distribution warehouse, Sportek maintains one of the largest selection of elastic, pile/fleece, and technical/functional fabrics in the US. The company's fast, friendly and responsive service is Sportek's ongoing philosophy and business policy in servicing it's clients. |
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| Stedfast Inc. (Textile Manufacturer) Stedfast Inc. is a global premier supplier of high performance barrier textiles. As an innovatr of multiple textile coating and laminating technologies, the company has a strategic presence in four key areas: military, protective clothing, industrial, and chemical and biological protection. Stedfast's stitch-less seam technology provides protection for firefighters, first responders and military personnel. | ||
| Sterlingwear of Boston, Inc. (Apparel Manufacturer) Based in East Boston, MA, this apparel manufacturer has been the manufacturer of the official US Navy peacoat for over 40 years. The family-owned and operated business has evolved into a progressive manufacturing company, employing over 300 men and women in the New England area. In addition to serving the needs of the military, Sterlingwear of Boston designs and manufactures a commercial line of fashionable outerwear for men, women and children, which is sold through independent specialty retailers and department stores nationwide. Products are also sold in its Sterlingwear of Boston retail stores in Braintree, MA and Nashua, NH; and also online. |
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| Sure Fit Inc. Sure Fit Inc. is the nation’s leading provider of ready-made slipcovers and related accessories since 1914. Sure Fit’s longstanding position as the premier producer of ready-made slipcovers and coordinating accessories is based on their history of providing value-added decorating and protection solutions in a broad range of styles to meet the needs of the widest range of purchasers. Sure Fit’s product line includes slipcovers for sofas, loveseats, chairs, wing chairs, dining room chairs, recliners, ottomans, futons and folding chairs as well as furniture throws. Additionally, Sure Fit also sells coordinating decorative pillows, rugs, lamps, furniture, pet solutions and kitchen decor. Sure Fit’s design team takes its fabric direction from the upholstery market, offering the latest styles in machine-washable fabrics including stretch knit, faux suede, cotton, denim, damask and jacquard for both box cushion and T-cushion furniture. | ||
| Swicofil AG Textile Services (Fiber/Yarn Producer) German based fiber and yarn supplier to the textile industry. The campany is the producer of Crabyon® fiber, which is a blend of chitosan and viscose. Chitosan is a product derived from chitin, a compound of natural origin obtained from the shell of crab and shellfish. | ||
| Swift Galey HOME (Textile Mill) Swift Galey HOME, a division of Swift Galey, is the global producer of denim fabrics that targets the home furnishings market. Swift Galey's Santa Fe Denim was originally introduced to the home furnishings market in 1992. The improved New Generations line of denim fabrics, produced by Swift Galey HOME, offers performance qualities in color and finish never before seen in 100% cotton fabrics for the home. The New Generations Denim is breathable, comfortable, fade resistant, and easy care. | ||
| Sympatex Technologies, Inc. Sympatex is a modern, innovative and responsible high-performance brand of environmentally friendly high-tech fabrics – for clothing, footwear and gloves. The company has a brand awareness level of over 70% in German-speaking countries. For over 30 years, Sympatex has been developing modern functional systems in which advanced technology and environmental protection complement each other ideally. The PTFE-free Sympatex membrane is certified by Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and bluesign®. | ||
| T.O.P.I. Imports This company imports fabrics direct from France and Europe, along with lavender Direct from growers in France. T.O.P.I. Imports packages and manufactures everything in Surrey, B.C. Canada. It is able to supply any small or large quantity in any product it sells. The company also works with distributors and will be happy to set up a package tailored to a distributor's needs. | ||
| Taiwan Paiho Limited (Component Textile Materials) This manufacturer of component materials was founded by Mr. Vergil Cheng - the chairman and his brothers in the year of 1979. PAIHO group has 30 years of experiences in manufacturing and supplying material to the shoes and apparel industries. PAIHO now has manufacturing bases in Taiwan, WuXi, Dongguan and Vietnam, and warehouses in North America and Spain to supply Hooks & Loops, Elastics, Webbings, Shoe Laces, Reflective Materials, 2D Logo, Fabricating items, Bamboo Charcoal Fibers, etc. Taiwan PAIHO promotes their good quality products to the world’s most well-known brands through the most professional fabric, shoe and apparel material exhibitions. | ||
| Taiwan Taffeta Fabric Co., Ltd. (Vertical Yarn/Textile/Apparel Manufacturer) Established in 1973, Taiwan Taffeta Fabric (TTF) started its business with weaving, TTF has extended its foot into yarn texturizing in 1999. Innovation has been TTF’s belief since the beginning. TTF has now become the major supplier to different garment merchandisers and famous fashion brands worldwide. Not only a fabric supplier, TTF has succeeded in offering “one stop shopping” service to its various apparel customers. | ||
| Tefron (Fabric Manufacturer) Tefron has established itself as a leader in fabric design, innovation and manufacturing in the areas of seamless and engineered apparel, and has taken a dominant market position in performance sports wear. Working with many of the most admired global brands in the world, Tefron provides the insight, technology, manufacturing and partnership that bring ideas to life. Tefron's research, design, and development continues to set industry standards. | ||
| Teijin Fibers Group Limited (Manufactured Fiber/Fabric Producer) is a multinational enterprise, of which the synthetic fiber division is one of five major business groups. | ||
| Tenfold Organic Textiles (Textile Mill/Retailer) Paul Weinstein and his sister, Leah, founded Truly Organic's parent company, Tenfold Organic Textiles in 2006 as a way to bring naturally dyed, organic fabric to the Canadian and the US markets. Truly Organic Apparel is the retail arm of the company. Tenfold Organic Textiles markets, distributes and sells naturally dyed organic fabric to small-medium sized businesses and crafts people in the US and Canada. The company's philosophy is that fast fashion, like fast food, causes many ailments, both environmentally, with pollution, and socially, with cheap labor. Tenfold Organic Textiles' mantra is slow fashion, which requires more time to make, as plants need to be collected in season for dyeing. People are paid fair wages, and everything used by the company is made as eco-friendly as possible, right down to the packaging and tags, made from recycled paper, and bags, made from bio-compostable potato. | ||
| Tex Tile Enterprise Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) Established in 1988, Tex Tile is a vertical manufacturer of warp and weft knitting fabrics mainly for lingerie, swimwear and sportswear. Tex Tile aims to offer the world fantastic fabrics through continues investment in people, facilities and R&D. | ||
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| TexBase Based in Bozman, Montana, TEXbase delivers technology solutions to the textile industry and is committed to providing software and services that enable its customers to save money by streamlining their R&D processes and make money by bringing better products to market faster. The company's hosted applications serve customers such as NatureWorks, Wellman, Inc., Deer Creek Fabrics, and Patagonia. | ||
| Texel (Nonwoven Textile Manufacturer) Texel is one of North America's leading manufacturers of needle-punched nonwoven fabrics for technical end-uses including wipes, medical, sportswear, industrial products, geotextiles, agrotextiles, and filtration. The company bases its reputation on providing innovative R&D, efficient production, strict quality control, and reliable supply-chain logistics. | ||
| Texollini (Textile Mill) Specializing in stretch fabrics and located in Long Beach, California, Texollini is the largest vertically integrated knitting mill west of the Mississippi. The company is recognized within the textile industry as an innovative leader in quality knitted fabrications with and without spandex, and in creativity in print design and application. The company has the capacity for small custom orders, as well as large program business. Texollini provides fabric development, knitting, dying, finishing, fabric print design and printing capabilities. The company's product lines include sportswear, bodywear, activewear, performance wear, intimate apparel and swimwear. |
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| Texstyle / Jamie Stern Since 1983, Texstyle/Jamie Stern has been serving the hospitality design and contract marketplace with quality leather, rugs, and furniture. Privately held, the company is headquartered in River Vale, New Jersey and manufactures products both domestically and abroad. | ||
| The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is the national trade association representing apparel, footwear and other sewn products companies, and their suppliers, which compete in the global market. AAFA's mission is to promote and enhance its members' competitiveness, productivity and profitability in the global market by minimizing regulatory, commercial, political, and trade restraints. | ||
| The Astrup Company (Fabric Supplier) This company is a supplier to the awning, marine, casual furniture, industrial and recreational markets with a complete and unequaled selection of colorful and popular sunshade and protective fabrics. Astrup is an international leader and innovator in the fabric industry, providing thousands of different fabrics, hardware, finishing tools, trimmings and cordage. These products are used in the manufacture of awnings, tents, signs, tarpaulins, outdoor furniture and patio umbrellas, marine products (tops and covers) and associated products. | ||
| The Hosiery Association The Hosiery Association (THA) is the premiere, trusted source for USA hosiery and seamless knitting markets. The association proudly supports and promotes leg wear manufacturers and suppliers, and serves as the information gateway for consumers, retailers, legislators and the media. | ||
| The Hosiery Association (THA) (Association) Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, this organization is the premiere, trusted source of information global industry leaders as it relates to the hosiery industry. The group proudly supports and promotes leg wear manufacturers and their suppliers, and serves as the information gateway for consumers, retailers, legislators and the media. | ||
| Thermore As the producer of Thermore® Thermal Insulation, this company has been on the leading edge in thermal insulation technology and continues to be a pioneer in the development of advanced fibers and innovative structures that helps the body maintain its natural warmth. Today, Thermore's corporate offices are still located in Milan---a city well noted as one of the leaders in global fashion and design. Milan offers the ideal setting for the Thermore® R&D team to explore trends and introduce innovative products to the outerwear market. |
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| Thomson Research Associates (Antimicrobial Technology) Thomson Research Associates (TRA), a Canadian company, develops and markets Ultra-Fresh antimicrobial treatments for textiles and polymers. Ultra-Fresh, a world leader in antibacterial and antifungal treatments, has been a global success since its 1955 introduction. Developed in the TRA laboratories, Ultra-Fresh has found countless applications in the manufacture of textiles, plastics, foams, coatings and rubber-based materials. Ultra-Fresh diminishes odours, promotes freshness and extends product life by attacking the very source of bacteria, fungi, and other destructive microorganisms. Recently, the company introduced Silpure, its silver-based anti-microbial product. |
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| Toray Marketing & Sales (Manufactured Fiber/Fabric Producer) The Toray Group augments its primary focus on synthetic fibers, raw fibers and textiles with end products delivered straight to the market. Toray products are used in a wide array of applications from apparel and clothing to tire-coding, fishing nets and other industrial uses. |
Entrant® Recyclon™ |
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| Transpor Dry Layer Inc. (Fabric Technology) Transpor Dry Layer Inc. is the creator of Transpor® performance fabrics, apparel, and socks, a proven engineered proprietary moisture management technology that is ideal for apparel, footwear, accessory and textile brands and manufacturers. |
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| Transtex Technologies Inc. (Yarn Producer) Transtex Technologies Inc. is the manufacturer and distributor of specialty and industrial yarns, including SilverClear®, a silver based solution developed to treat chronic wounds and severe burns. SilverClear's exceptional performance has led to other markets requiring efficient, cost effective bacteria resistant solutions. The SilverClear treatment is water based, ecological, versatile, durable, easy to apply, colourless, odourless, and does not affect the touch of materials. Application methods are simple, fast and suited to manufacturers' existing processes. | ||
| Tri Vanage™, LLC (Fabric Manufacturer) A Glen Raven Company, Tri Vanage™, LLC is an international supplier of specialty fabrics and hardware used in the manufacture of awnings, signs, casual furniture, tents, umbrellas, marine products (interiors, tops and covers) and many other residential, commercial and architectural applications. The company serves awning and marine fabricators, architects, interior designers, sign manufacturers and upholstery shops through 19 distribution centers throughout North America. | ||
| TSR Yarns, Inc. T-S-R Yarns, Inc. has served the West Coast knitting industry since 1971 with an extensive range of products. In addition to commodity yarns, the company handles a wide variety of novelty yarns for circular knits, sweater knits, hosiery and industrial applications. TSR carries yarns in all fiber groups, such as cotton, polyester, nylon, acrylic, rayon, metallic, and stretch. TSR is also the West Coast distributor for DuPont Lycra®. | ||
| Tukatech (CAD/CAM Service) Ranked the #1 apparel software company in Apparel Magazine, TUKATECH provides technology-based apparel development software, solutions, and services to garment manufacturers and related industries via its TUKAweb internet portal and an international network of TUKAcenters located in the hearts of garment manufacturing districts around the world. With over 8,000 systems installed and over 2,000 competitive systems replaced, it is one of the fastest growing fashion CAD/CAM companies. | ||
| Tullahoma Industries, LLC (Fabric Converter/Apparel Manufacturer) Tullahoma Industries LLC is a manufacturer of apparel for the US military, and has developed a product for the performance sportswear market called OuterBounds™. Tullahoma also works on a commission basis with manufacturers to provide converting services in both knit and woven fabrics. The company's corporate headquarters is located in Tullahoma, Tennessee, and it has manufacturing facilities in Tullahoma, Tennessee, Gruetli-laager, Tennessee, and Brilliant, Alabama. Tullahoma is ISO 9001 Certified. |
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| TY Fashion International Co., Ltd. (Apparel Manufacturer) TY Fashion is a value-driven, good quality and high efficient garment manufacturer. Headquarter is located in Taiwan. TY Fashion has 10 self-own garment mills in China, Jordan, Cambodia and Vietnam, with 12,000 employees globally. The current value customers include H&M, Carters, Mango, K-mart Sears, JCP, etc. | ||
| Ultimate Solutions LLC This Salem, New Hampshire, based, company is a customized consulting service, focused on product development, manufacturing, production,and sourcing functions. Founded by Elaine Clarke, a 28+ year veteran of the apparel industry, the company identifies businesses' critical challenges and develops strategies tailored to their goals through collaboration and global expertise. | ||
| Unifi, Inc. (Yarn Supplier) Unifi has a longstanding reputation for manufacturing excellence in supplying innovative, high-quality polyester and nylon textured yarns and related raw materials worldwide. Unifi offers solution dyed textured yarns, package dyed textured and spun yarns, covering of elastomeric and other yarns, conventional warp draw beaming, and yarn twisting. ,The Company adds value to the supply chain through our expertise in new product development and downstream marketing efforts. Unifi continues to develop an innovative, differentiated product offering, adding permanent performance characteristics to textile products, including moisture management, UV protection and antimicrobial and odor control properties. |
A.M.Y.® aio® MynxUV® Reflexx® Repreve® Repreve® Nylon 6,6 Sorbtek® |
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| United Knitting (Fabric Knitter/Dyer/Finisher) This mill is a world leader in the product development and production of performance stretch knitted fabrics, and services the outdoor, fitness, team sports, and swimwear markets. Located in Tennessee, United Knitting maintains a modern state-of-the-art circular knitting, dyeing, and finishing facility. Consistency, flexibility, and conformity to requirements are its top priority in developing high quality, innovative fabrics for its partner customers. United Knitting is the exclusive knitting partner for Cocona™, Traptek's new activated carbon fiber. |
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| Unitika Ltd. (Textile manufacturer) A Japanese textile company whose capabilities have extended into medical and chemical fields with polymers, vinyl and enzymes. |
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| Universal Fibers (Fiber Producer) This fiber producer was the first company to market solution-dyed nylon, producing colorfull, high-quality filament-based fibers for the flooring, transportation and performance textile industries. Universal Fibers also continues to pioneer sustainable technologies to conserve resources, minimize waste and protect the environment. The company is a multiple polymer manufacturer, which produces nylon 6, nylon 6,6, PTT, and PET in both single colors and multi-end specialties. Its mission is continuous improvement, constant innovation, cutting-edge technical support and conscientious service. | ||
| Universal Textile Co., Ltd. (Fabric Manufacturer) Founded in 1969, Universal is a professional fabric manufacturer based in Taipei, Taiwan. Universal has devoted its efforts to enhance quality control and innovation in fashion. In 1988, Universal established its texturized factory to control and manage supplies of raw materials much more efficiently. In order to strengthen its operational structure, Universal succeeded in issuing its Initial Public Offering in 1991. | ||
| Valdese Weavers, LLC (Woven Fabric Mill) Founded in 1915 and based in Valdese, North Carolina, Valdese Weavers, LLC, designs and weaves upholstery fabrics for residential furniture manufacturers, as well as hospitality, corporate seating, corporate panel, and bedding industries around the world. Valdese is also an ISO 9001 Registered Company. Valdese Fabrics are designed and woven as upholstery fabrics for residential furniture manufacturers around the world. Customer service is of primary importance to Valdese Weavers, as its designers work with it clients to design the perfect jacquard fabric for their needs. Many fabrics are offered in coordinated patterns, and are also mirrored in multiple colors. Interior designers and retail stores may purchase Valdese fabrics through its distributors. |
Valdese Extreme Weave |
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| Velcro USA Inc. (Supplier) Velcro USA Inc. is part of a worldwide family of companies founded on innovation inspired by nature. Based in Manchester, NH, the Velcro companies worldwide are a technologically driven, global organization and the industry leader in hook and loop fasteners. For 50 years, VELCRO® brand hook and loop fasteners have permeated the lives and imaginations of inventors, designers and households throughout the world. Hook and loop fasteners have become the basis for everything from replacing shoelaces to securing life-saving medical devices. |
Fabric Fusion |
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| Vermont Organic Fiber Company The Vermont Organic Fiber Company is the leading wholesale supplier of yarns and fabrics made with certified organic wool. Through a broad network of domestic and international organic wool producers and processors the company services its customers' diverse requirements for yarns and fabrics. Based in Middlebury, Vermont, Organic Fiber Company has quickly become a global leader in the development and supply of the certified organic wool product, O-Wool®. | ||
| Vibram USA Vibram founder, Vitale Bramani, invented the first rubber soles for mountaineering boots in 1935, and it was the beginning of a revolution. More than 70 years later, Vibram is still known around the world as the leader in soling technology for a wide range of quality performance footwear. Today, Vibram manufactures more than 34 million soles annually for more than 1,000 premium footwear brands worldwide. | ||
| Visibly Safe Visibly Safe is a committed safety supply organization with a global network of professionals whom have extensive backgrounds and knowledge in their fields. By working closely with each client, Visibly Safe is able to guarantee the product delivered fits the work environment at hand. | ||
| Vulcana, LLC (Textile Mill) This New Jersey based company, specializes in the development, manufacturing and distribution of materials made from recycled car tires. The company is the manufacturer of two trademarked products utilizing recycled tires, its rubbRe™ and fuzun™ products. |
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| W.L. Gore and Associates (Fabric Developer) W.L. Gore is the a product development company, which produces fluoropolymer products, providing innovative solutions in a wide variety of fabrics. The company is best know for its Gore-Tex brand of fabrics. However, the company also provides innovative solutions in next generation cable assemblies and components for the electronics industry, and medical fabrics. |
GORE DRYLOFT® GORE WINDSTOPPER® GORE-TEX® GORE-TEX® IMMERSION TECHNOLOGY® GORE-TEX® OCEAN TECHNOLOGY® |
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| Wellman Inc. (Fiber Producer) Wellman Inc. is best known in the performance sportswear market for its branded fibers of Sensura®, Comfortrel XP®, Holofiber®, and Fortrel®. As one of the very first premium polyesters, Fortrel is engineered with high-tech, high-touch properties. It has been a market leader since its inception as a brand, recognized and valued for consistent quality and superior marketability. Fortrel is used in apparel, home fashions, and industrial markets. |
ComFortrel XP® ComFortrel® MicroSpun® Sensura® Spunnaire® |
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| Western Nonwovens Inc. Headquartered in Carson California, and with operations throughout the U.S., Western Nonwovens focuses on applying innovative solutions in adding value to their products, which include ClimaShield™, Sandmat™, and Esyntial Safe®. The company services a variety of industries including mattress, automotive, retail apparel, filtration and furniture manufacturers. |
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| WillTex Enterprises, Inc. (Converter) This Tennessee based product development company specializes in the creation of technical knits and wovens for the military and commercial apparel markets. The company oversees the complete fabric production process, from staple/filament fiber manufacturing thru the traditional textile processes (i.e. carding, roving, ring/OE, MJS, Vortex Spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing and finishing). Both greige and complete packages are available. WillTex commissions only reputable textile firms that guarantee competitive pricing with low working loss and excellent deliveries. Examples of military fabrics offered include polypropylene for drawers and shirts, Navy flight deck jerseys, Navy Frt. fabric, PET grid fleece, PET double-sided fleece, polypropylene double-sided fleece. | ||
| Wisher Industrial Co., Ltd. (Integrated Textile Manufacturer) Founded in 1972, Wisher has established trends by integrating supply lines and upgrading production and management techniques. It never ceases to enlarge the width and depth its product lines. Wisher has owns brands such as “Kirin”, “Gold Elephant”, and “Wild Horse” and has been certified by ISO 9001. After Wisher became listed, the turnover has grown to more than NTD 1.6 billion. Based on the corporate values of confidence, excellence, enthusiasm, and creation, Wisher always keeps its commitment on social responsibility and will follow this for good. | ||
| Woolrich® (Textile Mill) Woolrich is The Original Outdoor Clothing Company®. The tradition of its custom designed woolens dates back to 1830 when Woolrich's founder, John Rich, constructed his first woolen mill in Plum Run, Pennsylvania. By 1845, he expanded and moved to what is now Woolrich, Pennsylvania. During the great logging era of central Pennsylvania, John Rich traveled from camp to camp selling fabric, socks, coverlets, and yarn from the back of a mule cart. Loggers’ wives then crafted garments from the fabric. Today the company services the apparel, gift, and home furnishings markets. The same original quality, attention to detail, and function can be found today in every fiber of Woolrich wool. No other mill has more experience with wool, because Woolrich is America’s Oldest Woolen Mill | ||
| Wu Luen Knitting Co., Ltd. (Textile Manufacturer) This company is a professional knitting and dyeing factory. Established in 1985, Wu Luen produces tricot, spandex fabrics and special finished goods. Its main products are fabrics for garments, shoes, hats, sportswear, bags, swimming wear and underwear. Wu Luen uses its advanced facilities, innovative R&D to provide new and unique products, moreover, the company’s strict quality control has maintained its high quality image for many years. In order to enhance customer services, Wu Luen has set up branch offices in Taipei, Guang Dong and Vietnam since 2007. Wu Luen aims in expanding overseas to offer its customers more complete and quick services. | ||
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| ZEMgear A leader in the minimal footwear industry, ZEMgear creates Performance Protection for Bare Feet. The company delivers minimal footwear with maximum protection to men, women and children. ZEMs allow your feet to do what they were designed to do best in their natural, barefoot state. The product's 4-way stretch Lycra uppers & soft molded rubber bottoms allow the foot to move with complete freedom. Six unique high-frequency tech bands are welded across the top of the foot to keep the ZEMs securely in place around the foot. | ||
| Zimmer AG (Fiber Producer) This company is a leading plant contractor for the manufacture of polymers and synthetic fibers and offers high-tech process engineering worldwide. The company is involved polyamide and polyester production processes. But its latest innovation in marine textile production (2001) was the development of a new fiber, SeaCell®. |
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