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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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Aquafil S.p.A. Since 1965, the Aquafil Group has been a pioneer of the circular economy and a landmark in terms of quality and product innovation for Italy and the globe. We primarily manufacture Nylon 6 fibers and polymers but also Nylon 6.6 and Dryarn. Our flagship product is ECONYL nylon, which revolutionizes the world of synthetic fibers through a closed-loop model.

Arville Textiles Limited At Arville Textiles, we stand at the forefront of technical textile innovation, bringing cutting-edge solutions to industries worldwide. With over 65 years of experience, we have established ourselves as a trusted provider of high-performance textiles, driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. Our core values revolve around quality, reliability, and customer-centricity. We believe in forging strong partnerships with our clients, understanding their unique challenges, and delivering tailored textile solutions that exceed expectations. From aerospace and defense to automotive, filtration, industrial, and personal protection, we provide a diverse range of technical fabrics that meet the most demanding requirements.

AUNDE Group SE AUNDE is the international market leader in the development and manufacturing of innovative and creative surface technologies and seat covers in textiles and leather. Founded 1899 as Achter & Ebels in Mönchengladbach, the company began to specialize in the production of textile for the automotive industry from 1920 onwards.

BekaertDeslee Holding N.V. We are the world's leading specialist in the development and manufacturing of mattress textiles, mattress covers and on-trend sleep solutions, with headquarters in Waregem, Belgium. We develop stylish and smart mattress fabrics that will inspire, comfort, and protect you during the night. Proudly part of Haniel, a Duisburg-based group of companies, we are committed to excellence and innovation in every product we create.

Bemis Associates Inc. US adhesives and specialty films company developing heat-activated bonding films, thermoplastic adhesive tapes, seam sealing tapes and embellishment films. Its bonding solutions replace or reinforce stitching in performance apparel, outerwear, footwear, automotive interiors and handbags, supported by Co-Lab application labs in the US, Europe and Asia.

Birla Cellulose (Grasim Industries) Birla Cellulose is a world leader in viscose staple textile and fibre and a trusted raw material partner for the global textile industry. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Birla Cellulose fibres come from nature and go back to nature, leaving a positive footprint on the environment. Its fibres are moisture-absorbent, soft and biodegradable, and are used in apparel, home textiles and nonwoven applications.

Branson Ultrasonics Corporation (Emerson) Part of Emerson, Branson designs and builds plastic and metal joining and precision cleaning equipment: ultrasonic, laser, vibration, infrared and heat-staking welding systems. For technical textiles it supplies ultrasonic welding and bonding solutions for nonwovens and fabrics — medical gowns and masks, wipes, diapers, mattress pads, filter bags and seat covers — replacing glue, clips and yarn.

Brückner Trockentechnik GmbH & Co. KG Builds complete lines for the finishing of woven and knitted fabrics and technical textiles: stenters, padders, relaxation dryers, continuous dyeing ranges, coating lines and nonwoven bonding systems. Covers drying, heat-setting and thermal treatment, supported by a technology centre, spare parts, service and line upgrades. Family-owned, based in Leonberg near Stuttgart.

Camira Fabrics Ltd We're Camira. We make fabrics for spaces and places, from offices to universities, hotels to hospitals, trains to buses, and shopping malls to cinemas. They're made by people, for people. We're textile innovators and leaders in sustainability, recognised for designing and manufacturing the most imaginative, adventurous and environmentally sensitive fabrics in the world.

Centexbel Belgian collective research and competence centre for the textile and plastics industries, acting as a one-stop shop for research, testing, certification and innovation. Runs accredited laboratories and pilot lines for materials analysis, prototyping, troubleshooting and scale-up, and is a notified body for protective clothing certification.

Chargeurs PCC Fashion Technologies Chargeurs PCC offers the best end-to-end solutions for the world's leading fashion houses, designing and producing interlining. Invisible but indispensable, an interlining is the vital and functional layer of textile used between two outer layers of shell fabric in a garment. Our range includes knitted, woven and non-woven interfacings, either fusible or sew-in, as well as wadding.

ContiTech AG Textile Conveyor Belts with Fabric Reinforcement for the Most Varied of Conveying Applications. For over 150 years, our breakthrough fabric designs have been tested in some of the toughest conveyor belt applications worldwide. These high-quality belt constructions give you the confidence you need for operating performance.

ContiTech Deutschland GmbH (Elastomer Coatings) ContiTech's Elastomer Coatings business develops and manufactures elastomer-coated technical fabrics and rubber-coated textile products. The range covers offset printing blankets and flexographic printing forms (CONTI-AIR, PHOENIX Xtra Blankets), gas holder diaphragms, drop-thread material, flexible high-temperature insulation systems and collapsible fuel and fluid tanks.

Dickson Constant SAS French manufacturer of technical textiles, known for solution-dyed acrylic and coated technical fabrics under the Dickson and Sunbrella brands. Ranges cover solar protection (awnings, blinds, screen fabrics), marine fabrics, indoor and outdoor upholstery and woven vinyl flooring. European arm of US-based Glen Raven; completed a full transition to PFAS-free fabrics in 2026.

Ductmate Industires Inc. At Ductmate Industries, we are proud to be a leading manufacturer and supplier of HVAC products and solutions. With a wealth of experience in the industry, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative, and reliable duct system components.

Empa – Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology Interdisciplinary materials science and technology research institute of the ETH Domain; its St. Gallen site houses the textile laboratories. The Laboratory for Biomimetic Membranes and Textiles develops smart fibres, textiles and membranes for body monitoring, drug delivery and tissue engineering, covering fibre spinning and functionalisation, medical textiles, protective clothing, wearables and clothing physiology.

Fibertex Nonwovens A/S At Fibertex Nonwovens, we pioneer and innovate the way industries work with nonwovens and performance materials. We manufacture a wide range of high-performance nonwovens, using advanced technologies, the best practices and quality materials, to enable our customers to create high-performance solutions that improve the quality of life for people.

Fitesa S.A. One of the world's largest producers of nonwovens, films and composites, supplying the hygiene, medical, wipes and industrial markets. Technology base covers spunbond, spunmelt, meltblown, carded, airlaid, films and elastic components, produced at sites in Latin America, the United States, Europe and Asia. Founded in Brazil in 1973.

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.

Fraunhofer-Institut für Angewandte Polymerforschung IAP Develops polymer materials, processes and technologies from lab to pilot scale, with a dedicated Fiber Technology group. Produces sustainable fibres, films and nonwovens by solution and melt spinning, working with cellulose (viscose and lyocell), lignin and polylactide, recyclable synthetic polymers and new carbon fibre precursors.

Gurit Holding AG Manufacturer and supplier of advanced composite materials. Portfolio includes structural core materials (PET/Kerdyn, Corecell, Balsaflex, PVC), prepregs, epoxy resins and adhesives and glass pultruded profiles, alongside composite engineering, tooling, kitting and manufacturing solutions. Serves wind energy, marine and industrial markets from 27 sites with around 1,900 employees.

H.B. Fuller Company As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries.

Herrmann Ultraschalltechnik GmbH & Co. KG Builds ultrasonic welding machines, generators, modules and tooling for joining without adhesives, screws or external heat. Machine lines include HiQ, ULTRACELL, ULTRASAFE and ULTRASAFE X, serving plastics, packaging, nonwovens, metals and battery applications. Runs a dedicated nonwovens laboratory for material and bonding analysis.

Hohenstein Laboratories GmbH & Co. KG Family-owned, independent testing, certification and research service provider founded in 1946, specialising in textiles, hardlines and medical devices. Runs accredited laboratories in six countries with around 1,500 employees and offices in more than 50 countries, and is a founding member of the OEKO-TEX association. Services span quality and compliance testing, fit and sizing research, PPE testing and sustainability standards development.

Hollingsworth & Vose Company H&V is a global leader in filtration, battery separator and energy storage solutions. Family-owned for seven generations, the company's origins go back to 1728 when the Act for the Encouragement of Making Paper was passed by the General Court of the Province of Massachusetts Bay. Evolving and innovating continuously since then, H&V now operates manufacturing and R&D facilities in the Americas, Europe, China and India.

Indorama Ventures Fibers Germany GmbH (Trevira) Manufactures polyester textile fibres and yarns — staple fibres and smooth and textured filament yarns — for home textiles, automotive interiors and functional apparel. Speciality lines include the flame-retardant Trevira CS brand, Trevira Bioactive antimicrobial fibres and products based on polylactide and recycled PET. Renamed from Trevira GmbH; wholly owned by Indorama Ventures.

Institut für Textiltechnik (ITA) RWTH Aachen University research institute and international centre for sustainable textiles with around 400 staff. Carries out research and industrial contract work across the textile value chain: textile machinery and process technology, fibre and composite materials, smart and digital textiles, textile recycling and biotransformation. Runs demonstration facilities such as Textile Factory 7.0 and the Digital Capability Center Aachen.

ISKO (Sanko Tekstil) ISKO is a global denim company with more than 100 years of experience innovating within the textile domain. Known for our dedication to fashion, craftsmanship, and sustainability, our patented technologies enhance comfort, performance, and durability. Our range includes casual wear, workwear, and of course denim. We work every day to uphold denim and textile culture while leading the change toward a sustainable and circular textile industry.

KARL MAYER Technische Textilien GmbH German family-owned textile machinery builder founded in 1937, organised in three business units: Warp Knitting, Warp Preparation and Technical Textiles. The Technische Textilien unit (Chemnitz and Selbitz) builds machines for technical textiles, including multiaxial and composite reinforcement machines and weft insertion machines.

Kornit Digital Ltd. Kornit Digital is a worldwide market leader in sustainable, on-demand, digital fashion and textile production technologies. The Company offers end-to-end solutions including printing systems, inks, consumables, software, and fulfillment services through its global fulfillment network. Headquartered in Israel with offices in the USA, Europe, and Asia Pacific, Kornit serves customers in more than 100 countries.

Kvadrat A/S Kvadrat was established in Denmark in 1968 and has deep roots in Scandinavia's world-famous design tradition. A leader in design innovation, Kvadrat produces high-performance, design textiles, rugs, window covering and acoustic solutions for both commercial and residential interiors. Our products reflect our commitment to colour, quality, simplicity and innovation.

Lindauer DORNIER GmbH German family-owned machinery builder on Lake Constance. Manufactures air-jet and rapier weaving machines for apparel fabrics and technical textiles (filtration, airbags, carbon and 3D woven composites), plus systems for composite production. Its second core business is film stretching lines for biaxially oriented plastic films.

Magnera Corporation US-based producer of nonwovens and specialty materials, formed from the combination of Glatfelter and Berry Global's Health, Hygiene & Specialties business. Makes engineered fabrics and films used in healthcare, hygiene, wipes, construction, filtration, food and beverage, beauty care, electrical and technical nonwoven applications, from 46 manufacturing facilities globally.

Mehler Texnologies GmbH (MehlerHeytex) Manufactures coated technical textiles — PVC-coated polyester fabrics, hi-tech meshes and composite membranes under the VALMEX and POLYMAR brands. Since the merger of Mehler Texnologies and Heytex within Freudenberg Performance Materials it trades as MehlerHeytex, supplying truck tarpaulins, textile architecture, solar protection, marine and containment, print media and agricultural fabrics.

Miller Weldmaster Corporation Founded in 1974 in Navarre, Ohio, Miller Weldmaster designs and builds industrial fabric and thermoplastic welding machines. Its range covers hot air, hot wedge, impulse and radio frequency welding plus industrial sewing, in standard and fully automated configurations. Machines are used in over 100 countries for tarps, awnings, geomembranes, inflatables, filtration, flexible ducting and roofing.

Milliken & Company Milliken's Textile business is a vertically integrated US manufacturer of woven and knit fabrics, nonwovens, composites, reinforcement fabrics and specialty textiles, working from fiber to finish. Supplies protective and flame-resistant apparel, automotive and transportation, military and defense, fire service, industrial, home and hospitality, building and construction and telecommunications markets.

Owens Corning US building and materials manufacturer headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, with businesses in roofing, insulation and doors. Its composites activity supplies glass fibre reinforcement products for composite applications. Note: after the 2025-2026 reshaping the glass reinforcements business is no longer presented as a core reporting segment.

Plasmatreat GmbH Develops and manufactures atmospheric-pressure plasma systems for industrial surface treatment under the Openair-Plasma, PlasmaPlus and HydroPlasma brands. The technology cleans, activates and nano-coats plastics, metals, glass and textiles inline to secure adhesion before bonding, printing, coating and sealing. Founded 1995 in Steinhagen, family-owned, with worldwide subsidiaries and plasma technology centres.

Porcher Industries SA Designs and manufactures technical textiles and composite materials, including glass and carbon yarns, woven and coated fabrics, scrims, thermoplastic prepregs and laminates. Materials serve aerospace and defence, automotive, building, industry, sports and leisure and interior design. Vertically integrated from fibre and yarn through weaving, coating and composite part materials.

PrimaLoft, Inc. Since 1984, PrimaLoft has made high performance, sustainable insulation. At PrimaLoft, our insulation is made for real use: in the cold, in the wet, through active movement and in extreme conditions. PrimaLoft insulation starts with synthetic microfibers. From there, different constructions and technologies are engineered to deliver lightweight warmth, breathable comfort, durable protection or temperature regulation.

RadiciGroup Italian chemicals and polymers group producing chemical intermediates and polyamide polymers and high performance engineering polymers. Its textile arm, the Advanced Textile Solutions Business Area, makes polyamide yarns including recycled nylon Renycle yarn and remained under Radici family control after the 2025 sale of the chemicals and polymers businesses.

RENOLIT SE German plastics processor manufacturing films, sheets and other polymer-based products worldwide. Its technical films business covers decorative surface and window-profile films, automotive interior and exterior films, healthcare and packaging films and self-adhesive base films. Under the RENOLIT ALKORPLAN brand the group supplies synthetic single-ply waterproofing membranes for flat roofs and PVC-P membrane systems for swimming pools.

Rieter AG World-leading system supplier for processing natural and man-made fibres into short-staple and long-staple yarn, also covering filament yarns, synthetic staple fibres and nonwovens. Builds ring, compact, rotor and air-jet spinning systems, fibre preparation, texturing and winding machinery, components and smart spinning mill automation.

SAERTEX GmbH & Co. KG Develops and produces textile reinforcement materials for fibre composites, mainly multiaxial and unidirectional non-crimp fabrics from glass, carbon, aramid and natural fibres, plus core materials and cut kits. Materials are used for lightweight components in wind energy, aerospace, automotive, boatbuilding and industry, with production and kit-cutting sites worldwide.

Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics (Coated Fabrics) The Norgard Coated Fabrics range is ideal for manufacturers who need peak performance and efficiency in challenging processes. This diverse suite of reinforced PTFE, silicone, coated glass, or aramid fabrics enables us to develop performance innovations for unique applications. SHEERFILL architectural membranes are composed of woven fiberglass coated with PTFE, engineered to meet the needs of permanent structures.

Sandler AG One of the world's leading manufacturers of nonwovens, with more than 140 years of history in Schwarzenbach an der Saale. Develops and produces nonwoven solutions for cleaning and wiping, filtration, protection, acoustic and thermal insulation and upholstery. Materials serve construction, household, hygiene, industrial and mobility sectors; also operates Sandler Nonwoven Corporation in Perry, Georgia.

Saurer Intelligent Technology AG Globally operating technology company focused on innovations for processing fibre and yarn, supplying machinery, components and software. Portfolio covers ring, rotor, compact and air spinning machines, pre-spinning and twisting and cabling machines, components (bearings, drafting systems, spindles, Fibrevision monitoring), automation and the Senses digitalization platform.

Schoeller Textil AG Swiss weaving and textile-finishing company producing functional woven fabrics and finishing technologies for performance apparel and workwear. Note: the company website could not be reached during research, so the profile still needs verification.

SGL Carbon SE German technology group producing carbon-based solutions: specialty and fine-grain graphite, flexible graphite, carbon and silicon-carbide components, plus carbon fibres, textile reinforcements, prepregs and composite parts. Markets include semiconductors, automotive, aerospace, energy storage, wind energy and chemical process industries.

Sioen Industries NV Belgian vertically integrated manufacturer of coated technical textiles, with three divisions: Technical Textiles (woven and nonwoven fabrics, coated textiles, films, laminates and composites), Colouring Solutions and Protective Clothing. Its coated fabrics serve transport and automotive, construction, energy, maritime, agriculture and events.

Stäubli International AG Swiss mechatronics group whose Textile division supplies machinery for weaving and weaving preparation: shedding systems (rotary dobbies and cam motions), electronic Jacquard machines and harnesses for flat fabrics, terry cloth and technical fabrics, and weaving-preparation automation such as SAFIR drawing-in machines and warp tying machines.

Suominen Corporation Manufactures nonwoven fabrics as roll goods, mainly for wipes and other applications in households, hygiene, healthcare and industrial end uses. Describes itself as the global market leader in nonwovens for wipes and one of the largest spunlace nonwovens producers worldwide, with plants in Europe, North America and South America and close to 700 employees.

Sympatex GmbH Makes high-tech functional membranes and laminates that are waterproof, windproof and breathable, based on a polyester membrane that is PTFE- and PFAS-free. Materials are used in outdoor and workwear apparel, footwear, uniforms and accessories, positioned around recyclability and closed-loop Fiber2Fiber production. Now a brand of PIDIGI S.p.A.

Teijin Aramid B.V. Manufactures high-performance para- and meta-aramid fibres under the brands Twaron, Twaron Next, Technora and Teijinconex. Fibres are used in ballistic protection, protective wear, tyres and automotive, aerospace, marine and offshore ropes, mining, oil and gas, renewable energy and telecom cables. Twaron Next is made from reclaimed material as part of its circularity programme.

Teijin Carbon Europe GmbH One of the world's leading manufacturers of high-performance carbon fibre, marketed under the Tenax brand. Portfolio covers filament yarns, chopped and milled short fibres, dry reinforcements (woven fabrics, non-crimp fabrics, braids), thermoplastic tapes and laminates, thermoset prepregs and towpregs, plus the oxidised Pyromex fibre.

Teijin Frontier Co., Ltd. TEIJIN FRONTIER CO., LTD. is the Teijin Group's fibers and textiles company. Its business covers sales and import/export of yarns, textile materials and clothing products, technical materials, industrial materials, automotive products, interior products, living articles, resins, films, industrial products, packaging materials, construction materials, synthetic leather and various machinery.

tesa SE As a multinational company, tesa develops innovative adhesive tapes and self-adhesive product solutions for various industries, commercial customers, and end consumers for more than 125 years. There are already more than 7,000 tesa adhesive solutions that help improve the work, products or lives of our customers. tesa is active in 100 countries.

Toray Advanced Composites Develops and manufactures high-performance thermoset and thermoplastic prepregs, bulk molding compounds and composite tooling materials for aerospace, space, defense, automotive, industrial and consumer applications. Part of the Toray Group, with plants in the Netherlands, the UK and the United States.

Toray Textiles Europe Limited Toray Textiles Europe Limited (TTEL), based in Mansfield, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Toray Industries, Inc. of Japan and operates as part of its worldwide Fibres & Textiles division. The principal activity of the company is weaving, dyeing and finishing of synthetic fibre textiles for a diverse range of end uses including military, medical, performance, print base, automotive, interiors and industrial.

TOYOBO CO., LTD. Toyobo started as a cotton spinning mill. With a pioneering spirit that aims to realize a better society and richer lives, we have since grown into a company that produces, processes, and sells performance materials. The company's business domains are Films, Life Science, Environmental and Functional Materials, and Functional Textiles and Trading.

Trelleborg Engineered Coated Fabrics Produces specialty polymer-coated and calendered materials — rubber, silicone, polyurethane and extrusion coatings applied to textile substrates using lamination and hot-melt technologies. Products deliver thermal management, flame resistance, waterproofing and antibacterial performance for aerospace, healthcare and medical, marine, recreation, safety and general industrial markets.

Trützschler Group SE German textile machinery manufacturer producing machines and installations for the spinning and nonwovens industries. Three business units cover Spinning (blow room equipment, cards, draw frames, combers, automation and digital solutions), Nonwovens (complete lines from thin hygiene webs to thick acoustic mats) and Card Clothing (high-performance wires and clothing).

TWE Group GmbH Family-owned nonwovens manufacturer founded in Emsdetten in 1912, operating around twelve sites in Europe, the Americas and Asia with roughly 1,200-1,400 employees. Produces nonwovens across seven business units using air-through bonding, chemical bonding, needlepunching, hydroentanglement and airlaid processes for automotive, building, hygiene, filtration, cleaning, healthcare and furniture applications.

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