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This section provides an overview for nylon as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 nylon manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked nylon companies as of January, 2025: 1.Polymeric Resources Corporation, 2.Consolidated Cordage Corporation, 3.Bally Ribbon Mills.
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Nylon is a plastic resin called polyamide synthesized from petroleum that is melted and processed into a fiber.
It was developed by E.I. du Pont de Nemours and Company (duPont) of the United States in 1935 and has been used mainly as a material for women's stockings since its industrial production.
Polyester is also well-known as a synthetic fiber resin and ranks first in terms of production volume, followed by nylon.
Nylon is the second most common synthetic fiber resin. It is easy to dye and is used in a wide variety of applications, mainly in clothing.
Developed based on the concept of "thinner than spider silk and harder than steel," nylon is used not only for general clothing but also for space suits, including the famous Apollo space suits.
Because of its high strength, it is also used in various places other than clothing.
It is used as a material for bags, fishing lines, ropes, and other products that will not break with the slightest pull, regardless of their thickness.
There are various types of nylon synthesized from polyamide. Two of the most famous are nylon 6 and nylon 6,6.
Nylon 6 is made through a ring-opening reaction of ε-caprolactam, while nylon 6,6 is made through the polymerization reaction of adipic acid and hexamethylenediamine.
Both nylons are durable, lightweight, stretchable, and moisture-absorbent. However, nylon 6 is often used for daily necessities such as clothing due to its excellent dyeability.
Nylon 6,6, on the other hand, has superior mechanical strength and heat resistance compared to nylon 6. Therefore, it is used for industrial products that require greater strength.
Nylon is as strong as polyester in terms of heat resistance, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance.
However, nylon is superior in moisture absorption and dyeability.
Both characteristics are essential for clothing.
The disadvantage is that they are susceptible to ultraviolet rays, which may cause discoloration if left in sunlight for long periods of time.
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Established in 1993, Consolidated Cordage Corporation is a US-based manufacturer specializing in excellent ropes and cords. The company offers a diverse range of ropes for various applications. Since its establishment, Consolidated Cordage Corporation has been providing durable rope solutions. Their products include marine ropes, industrial ropes, and custom ropes tailored to specific needs. Catering to industries like maritime, construction, and outdoor recreation, Consolidated Cordage Corporation's ropes are used in shipping, rigging, safety, and more. Their strength lies in their extensive product range, customization options, and a history of delivering rope solutions.
Jelliff Corp, established in 1980, is a manufacturer and supplier of wire cloth and fabricated-mesh products. The company's corporate offices and the original manufacturing facility are in Southport, Connecticut, while its other manufacturing outlets are in North Carolina and Connecticut. Their product line includes screen packs, copper gauze, wire, and fabricated screens. JELLIFF also supplies economical, all-purpose screen fabric and high-strength fine mesh for high-resolution screen printing. They also supply copper-nickel, nickel-chromium, and other electrical alloys resistance wire for use in heating elements and compact precision resistors.
Bally Ribbon Mills is a company based in Pennsylvania, United States, established in 1923 as a manufacturer and supplier of woven fabrics and webbing solutions. Their main products include narrow fabrics, tapes, and specialty woven materials used in a range of applications, from aerospace and military to medical and industrial sectors. Bally Ribbon Mills' advanced textile solutions play a critical role in providing strength, durability, and precision to various products and systems. The company continues to deliver quality woven solutions to customers globaly, meeting their specific requirements and contributing to their success.
Apex Mills Corp., founded in 1943 and based in Long Island, New York, is a manufacturer of technical textiles and fabrics. The company develops breathable and flexible solid knit fabrics, tough and tear-resistant mesh/ netting fabrics, and environmentally friendly 3D spacer fabrics. It also designs and creates sustainable, fire-retardant, anti-abrasion, anti-microbial as well as moisture-resistant fabrics. Its fabrics are prepared from material certified by STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX which is the global benchmark for fabrics and textiles.
Eastex Products, LLC, founded in Plymouth, Massachusetts, in 1996 is a manufacturer of textile components and laminated and coated fabrics. The company's product portfolio includes Breathable Laminates, Cast-Coated Fabrics, Display Loop, Nylon/Polyester Fabric and Slip-Not Grip Fabrics. Their products find application in markets such as Luggage and Bags, Medical and Healthcare, Military and Tactical, Performance Fabrics and Sporting Goods. The company has a national distribution network, technical support and a customer support center.
Kavon Filter Products Co. is an American manufacturer and distributor of filters located in Farmingdale, New Jersey, operating since 1962. The company produces pharmaceutical filters, custom manufactured filters, and filter cloths from polypropylene, polyester, nylon, and cotton providing products capable of either air or liquid filtration. Additionally, they are a direct distributor of Ahlstrom-Munksjö Filtration LLC Filter Paper. They serve pharmaceutical manufacturing, oil refining, chemical processing, and wastewater treatment industries among others.
Jason Mills, established in 1976 and based in Milltown, New Jersey, is a manufacturer and distributor of knit materials. KDI Manufacturing offers a diverse product range that includes industrial fabrics, specialty textiles, and home furnishings which possess unique functional characteristics, such as antibacterial properties, antistatic capabilities, chemical resistance, flame retardance, and UV resistance, ideal for recreational trade, occupational safety, and healthcare. They also distribute custom-cut sports netting, catering to sports like baseball, golf, lacrosse, and more.
Swift Textile Metalizing LLC, founded in 1955, is a Connecticut-based manufacturing company specializing in the manufacture and supply of electrically conductive and reflective metalized fabrics. The company manufactures materials that protect against Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), and Static Discharge. The company's fabric options include flexible, lightweight woven, non-woven, and knitted fabrics with a durable nylon base coated with layers of highly conductive metals. The company's product applications span industries such as aerospace, medical equipment, telecommunications, commercial and consumer Electronics.
Nihon Pisco Co. Ltd., founded in 1976 and based in Nagano, Japan, is a manufacturer and distributor of pneumatic equipment and is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. The company stocks various products like valves, actuators, and vacuum accessories used in several industries, including semiconductor, medicine, and rechargeable battery. The company started selling push-in fitting for pneumatic piping in 1977 and launched the industry’s first push-in fitting built-in type speed controller in 1981. In 1993, it launched a few products, including a quick exhaust valve, a digital pressure sensor, and a vacuum generator with a digital pressure sensor.
Asahi Kasei Corporation, founded in 1931 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer specializing in chemicals and materials science. Its diverse product portfolio spans various industries, including polystyrene and Saran Wrap plastics, acrylonitrile for acrylic fiber production, construction materials, medical devices, and electronics. The company has a history of notable recognition, receiving The Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2019 for the development of lithium-ion batteries. Its products plays a pivotal role in advancing materials and technologies across multiple sectors, contributing in plastics, healthcare, construction, and electronics.
Nylatech, Inc. is a manufacturer of Type 6 and 6/12 cast nylon products and parts established in 1995 and located in Everson, Washington, USA. The company specializes in parts fabricated from cast nylon and other thermoplastics, such as tods, rubes, and sheets. These are designed to provide a low coefficient of friction, high chemical resistance, and high load-bearing capacity. It also offers custom machined or molded parts and components for unique projects. The company mainly serves clients in the medical and industrial manufacturing sectors.
Sinclair&Rush Ltd is a manufacturer and distributor of vinyl, plastic, foam, and rubber moulded products, founded in 1950 and headquartered in Rochester, Kent, UK. The products are tube inserts, rubber & plastic feet, edging strips, flange protections, and tow ball covers. It also manufactures protective personal equipment, replacement school chair feet, custom coating & parts, cable management, and rubber washers & o-rings. The company has ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001, and IATF 16949 certifications.
Ranking as of January 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Polymeric Resources Corporation |
14.1%
|
| 2 | Consolidated Cordage Corporation |
12.0%
|
| 3 | Bally Ribbon Mills |
11.0%
|
| 4 | Jelliff Corp. |
8.8%
|
| 5 | Eastex Products, Inc. |
8.4%
|
| 6 | ACE World Companies |
7.8%
|
| 7 | Apex Mills Corp. |
7.5%
|
| 8 | Kavon Filter Products Co. |
6.2%
|
| 9 | Nylatech, Inc. |
5.0%
|
| 10 | Swift Textile Metalizing, LLC |
4.9%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the nylon page as of January 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
|
10 | 76.9% |
|
Japan
|
2 | 15.4% |
|
United Kingdom
|
1 | 7.7% |
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