Material guide
Discover manufacturers of industrial textiles in our Material Guide
Industrial textiles are engineered to serve a diverse array of purposes in industrial applications. These fabrics often require precise integration of various physical properties into their design, ensuring they meet the specific demands of a broad spectrum of potential use cases. Discover manufacturers of industrial textiles in our Material Guide
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Flexible Connections Ltd
Flexible Connections Ltd are a family run business with over 30 years experience in the design and manufacture of flexible connectors. Complimenting our in house design team we have sewing, plastic welding and rubber bonding production capabilities for manufacturing bespoke flexibles with short lead times.
Bondtec
Bondtec covers the surface treatment and bonding technologies that change how a textile behaves. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of surface treatment technologies, material pretreatment, adhesive mixing and application equipment, adhesive, sealing and moulding materials, laminating and coating materials, application processing and finishing processes.
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Coated Textiles
Coated textiles carry a polymer or resin layer that adds water resistance, flame retardancy, grip or durability to a base fabric. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of coated and laminated textiles, synthetic leather, tarpaulin fabrics and packaging materials and sacking for outdoor, transport and industrial use.
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Composites
Composite textiles combine two or more fibres or materials to reach strength, weight and durability that neither reaches alone. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of reinforcing textiles, prepregs, fibre-reinforced materials, textile-reinforced plastics and membrane systems for aerospace, automotive, construction and sporting goods.
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Fibers and Yarns
Fibers and yarns are the raw material of every technical textile, selected for strength, heat resistance, weight and sustainability. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of glass fibres, yarns and rovings, natural fibres and natural yarns, and recycled fibres and recycled yarns for industrial textile production.
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Filtration
Filtration textiles separate solids from gases and liquids in industrial processes, from dust collection to sludge dewatering. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of dry filtration and wet filtration media, filter fabrics, filter bags and filter cloths used in chemicals, mining, food and water treatment.
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Flexible connections
Flexible connections absorb movement, vibration and thermal expansion between fixed equipment in ducting and piping runs. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of flexible fabric connections, expansion joints and compensators in coated and technical fabrics for air handling, exhaust and bulk material handling systems.
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Functional apparel textiles
Functional apparel textiles add performance to clothing: protection, climate control, sensing or a medical benefit. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of textiles for professional and protective clothing, sport and active wear, future apparel, textiles with medical and cosmetic qualities, wearable electronics and wearable smart textiles.
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Hosing and Tubing
Textile-reinforced hoses and tubing carry air, water, chemicals and bulk solids under pressure, using fabric reinforcement for strength and flexibility. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of woven and braided hose reinforcement, textile-reinforced hoses, flexible ducting and tubing for industrial and process applications.
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Insulation
Insulation textiles keep heat, cold and sound where they belong, in equipment, buildings, vehicles and personal protection. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of thermal insulation textiles, high-temperature fabrics, insulation mats and removable jackets, and acoustic textiles for industrial, transport and construction use.
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Lifting
Lifting textiles carry industrial loads where steel is too heavy or too damaging, combining high tensile strength with low weight. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of lifting slings, round slings, webbing slings, lashing and cargo restraint in polyester, polyamide and high-performance fibres.
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Nonwoven Fabrics
Nonwoven fabrics are bonded directly from fibres without weaving or knitting, giving precise control over weight, porosity and strength. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of nonwovens made of glass fibres, man-made fibres, natural fibres and other fibres for filtration, hygiene, automotive, construction and geotextile use.
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Packaging and Containment
Packaging and containment textiles hold, cover and protect goods in transport and storage, from bulk powders to finished equipment. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of packaging bags, FIBCs and big bags, industrial covers, tarpaulins and protective sheeting for logistics, agriculture and construction.
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Protection & Safety
Protection and safety textiles shield people and installations from heat, flame, chemicals, cuts, arc flash and impact. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of industrial safety fabrics, flame-retardant and heat-resistant textiles, cut-resistant fabrics and high-visibility materials for personal protective equipment and industrial safety.
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Research & Development
Research and development turns textile science into products, processes and skilled people. This directory lists specialist research centers and institutions, testing and certification bodies and providers of professional training and consulting, working across fibres, fabrics, coatings and production technology for the technical and industrial textile industry.
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Separation
Separation textiles divide, screen and sort materials in process and environmental applications, from screening media to drainage layers. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of separation fabrics, screening and sieving media, drainage textiles and geotextile separation layers for mining, water treatment and civil engineering.
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Technology and Processes
Technology and processes covers the machinery and know-how that turn fibre into finished technical textile. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of machinery for fabric manufacturing, knitting technology, laminating and coating equipment, textile production and finishing processes, recycling technologies, quality assurance and control and monitoring methods.
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Woven Fabrics, Laid Webs, Braidings, Knitted Fabrics
Woven, knitted, braided and laid textile structures determine how a fabric carries load, drapes and lets air or liquid through. This directory lists specialist manufacturers and suppliers of woven fabrics, knitted fabrics, laid webs and braidings for reinforcement, filtration, protection, insulation and technical apparel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the right dry bulk handling equipment for my process?
Start from the category that matches your process challenge — dust control, feeding, conveying, mixing — then compare the manufacturers listed under it and reach out directly for a quote or technical consultation.
Are the manufacturers listed here vetted by Bulk Inside?
Manufacturers are included based on relevance to each equipment category. Bulk Inside does not certify or endorse any single supplier — always confirm specifications and compliance directly with the manufacturer.
Can I request a quote through this guide?
Yes. Each manufacturer profile links through to their own site or contact form, where you can request pricing, specifications or a site visit directly.