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This section provides an overview for filament fibers as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 21 filament fiber manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked filament fiber companies as of December, 2024: 1.Overture 3D Technologies LLC, 2.Century Enka Limited, 3.Runteks Industrial Group Co., Ltd.
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Filament fiber, a type of thin, continuous, and very long fiber, extends from several hundred to several thousand meters. Filament fibers, unlike staple fibers which are short and measured in centimeters, provide the foundation for creating smooth, strong fabrics.
While raw silk represents natural filament fiber, synthetic variants like rayon, nylon, and polyester are engineered to specific lengths for diverse applications, ranging from high-end clothing to industrial uses.
From raw silk in luxury garments to nylon and polyester in everyday apparel, filament fibers' versatility is unmatched. Due to their excellent physical properties, they are integral to monofilaments for fishing lines and brushes, multifilaments for clothing, and specialized applications in filtration and electrical insulation.
Natural filament fibers like silk showcase remarkable properties such as softness, moisture management, and thermal regulation but require careful handling to prevent damage. Synthetic filament fibers, produced from molten resin extruded through tiny holes, offer endless lengths, enabling the manufacture of lightweight, lustrous fabrics resistant to creasing and wear.
The epitome of natural filament fibers, silk stands alone with its unparalleled length and luxurious feel.
Though typically a staple fiber, long-fiber cotton variants approach filament-like qualities, enhancing the fabric's softness and luster.
Available as both filament and staple fibers, rayon offers excellent dyeability and moisture absorbency, derived from cellulose.
Known for its strength, polyester excels in resilience and moisture resistance, making it a staple in durable, easy-care textiles.
Choosing between filament and staple fibers depends on the desired fabric characteristics, such as weight, texture, and durability. Filament fibers lend themselves to smooth, lustrous surfaces while blending with staple fibers can introduce texture and softness, creating hybrid fabrics that leverage the strengths of both.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Raise 3D Technologies, Inc., founded in 2014 and located in Irvine, California, is a professional designer and manufacturer of professional 3D printers and associated accessories. Its product line includes a range of professional 3D printers such as the Pro3 Series, E2CF, E2, and Pro2 Series, as well as industrial-grade models like the RMF500 and the MetalFuse System for metal 3D printing. The company also develops RaiseCloud, a web-based platform for managing the 3D printing process. The company holds various certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 for its factory, ensuring compliance. Its products serve various fields like additive manufacturing and prototyping.
Airwolf 3D Printers, founded in 2012 by Erick Wolf and Eva Wolf is a designer and manufacturer of 3D printers headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA. The company offers 3D printers under the AIRWOLF EVO and AIRWOLF AXIOM brands as well as 3D printer products including filaments and adhesives. These products are used for various 3D printer applications including automotive 3D printing, 3D printers for architects, mass customized 3D printing, 3D printers for schools, and 3D printed jigs, tools, & fixtures.
Vision Miner, founded in 1978 and headquartered in Irvine, California, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of B2B 3D printing equipment and materials. The company produces industrial 3D scanners, industrial 3D printers, and high-speed extrusion (HSE) 3D printing platforms. It also produces scanning accessories such as nanopolymer adhesive scanning spray, scanning markers, and carbon fiber plates. These products are used for industrial processes and manufacturing processes, as well as being available to individual consumers and small businesses. The company's notable clients include Honeywell, NASA, and Stanford University.
Runteks Industrial Group Co., Ltd is a manufacturer of yarn since 2014 and headquartered in Suzhou, China. The company has up to 10 production lines and its product portfolio comprises of recycled polyester, cationic, composite fiber, and sea island yarn and virgin and recycled nylon 6 & nylon 66 used in the textile industry. In addition to attaining the ISO 9001 certification, the company offers products that comply with GLOBAL RECYCLE STANDARD, STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX, and HiggIndex Certificate.
Trevira GmbH, a part of Indorama Ventures, established in 2010 and headquartered in Augsburg, Germany, is a manufacturer of polyester fibers and filaments. The company specializes in flame-retardant textiles with its Trevira CS brand, which integrates fire protection into the fibers for long-term safety. Its products include filament yarns designed for flame retardancy, antimicrobial protection, and low-melt functionality. It offers various specialty fibers, including low-pill, bicomponent, and biopolymer options. Its brands include Trevira Bioactive for antimicrobial properties, Trevira Classixx for durability and colorfastness, and Trevira Sinfineco for sustainability. The company supports textile development through chromatography, spectroscopy, and physical measurement testing services.
Teijin Carbon Europe GmbH, founded in 1934 and based in Wuppertal, Germany, is a manufacturer of synthetic and carbon fibers. The company also produces other fibers such as aramid, carbon fiber, polyester fiber, and resins and supplies to IT and healthcare industries to customers in 20 countries. In 2018, the company name was changed to Teijin Carbon Europe Gmbh. The company has lab certification from Germanischer Lloyd and checks the product quality by abiding by ISO 9001 standards.
Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation was founded in 1933 and has a head office in Tokyo, Japan. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation provides products including chemicals, industrial gases, and health care products to customers globally. Mitsubishi Chemical Group’s performance products division manufactures and distributes. functional food materials, electronic and electrical components, specialty chemicals, and other products. Mitsubishi Chemical health care products include pharmaceuticals, drug discovery solutions, diagnostic reagents, and instruments for medical use. Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation also provides other services such as engineering, information systems, logistics, and consulting.
Nippon Seisen, established in 1951 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of stainless steel wires and metal fibres. The company's main products are types of stainless steel wires including spring wires, micro wires, shaft wires and cold heading wires which are applied to vehicles, air crafts, office automation appliances, electric appliances, medical instruments, commodities and leisure goods. It also offers high alloy titanium wires and metal fibres under the brand name NALSON used for cushioning materials, heat resistance and anti-static application.
Nitto Boseki Co. Ltd., operating as Nittobo, and was founded in 1923 and headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan, is a manufacturer and distributor of textiles, glass fiber, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. The company is a pioneer in Japan's industrial glass fiber production, with a vertically integrated business that encompasses filament production, glass fabric processing, and composites development. Utilizing its adhesive technology, the company expands its product offerings beyond clothing to serve various applications in daily living and industrial materials. In 2015, one of its products, the dishcloths received the Long Life Design Award.
Filament2Print, established in 2013, is a supplier of filaments, resins, 3D printers and accessories for 3D printing headquartered in Nigrán, Pontevedra, Spain. The company offers 3D scanners, pellets & coloring, powders, and filament, industrial, resin, and powder 3D printers as well as engineering, standard, medicine & tank resins. It also offers accessories such as laser cutters, anti-warping products, epoxy resins, 3D parts solvents, and lubricants. The company supplies products from various brands including colorFabb, UPM Formi 3D, Scan Dimension, Mass Portal, and HARZ Labs.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Overture 3D Technologies LLC |
11.5%
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| 2 | Century Enka Limited |
7.7%
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| 3 | Runteks Industrial Group Co., Ltd |
7.7%
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| 4 | Filament2Print |
7.7%
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| 5 | FlashForge USA |
7.7%
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| 6 | VISIONMINER |
7.7%
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| 7 | 3DXTECH |
7.7%
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| 8 | Thai Polyester CO., LTD |
7.7%
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| 9 | Huvis Corp |
3.8%
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| 10 | ColossusTex |
3.8%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the filament fiber page as of December 2024. 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
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6 | 28.6% |
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Japan
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4 | 19.0% |
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China
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3 | 14.3% |
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Germany
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2 | 9.5% |
India
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2 | 9.5% |
Republic of Korea
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1 | 4.8% |
Thailand
|
1 | 4.8% |
France
|
1 | 4.8% |
|
Spain
|
1 | 4.8% |
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KB Seiren Co., Ltd.
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■Water absorption/antistatic/feeding cooling feeling nylon yarn “Axia” is born As interest in beauty, health, safety, and security increases in the...
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Marusan Chemical Co., Ltd.
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Saint-Gobain in Japan
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Saint-Gobain in Japan
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BSA Sakurai Co., Ltd.
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The size is 4 x 4 cm, which is often used in dentistry. High quality cut cotton that uses long fibers that are easy to peel off one by one and make...
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Taking advantage of the Chori Group's global network and expertise, we also handle raw materials for industrial materials. We also supply raw mater...
Saint-Gobain in Japan
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Last viewed: 16 hours ago
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KB Seiren Co., Ltd.
40+ people viewing
Last viewed: 10 hours ago
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■Product overview ESPANDI is a side-by-side conjugate yarn developed by KB Seiren that combines two types of polymers with different physical prope...
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Saint-Gobain in Japan
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KB Seiren Co., Ltd.
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■Polyphenylene sulfide fiber with excellent heat resistance KB Seiren Co., Ltd. has developed Gladio®, a polyphenylene sulfide fiber with excellent...
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The Adforce Division, which handles long glass fibers, manufactures a wide range of woven fabrics, non-woven fabrics, and braided fabrics using gla...
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KB Seiren Co., Ltd.
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Last viewed: 7 hours ago
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■Product description Sideria is a composite fiber of nylon and polyurethane created using KB Seiren's specialty conjugate technology. By applying h...
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This is a hygienic 100% cotton gauze made by individually wrapping each folded gauze to keep it sterile. EOG sterilized, it can be used to control ...
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KB Seiren Co., Ltd.
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■Silk-le® Silkur, a comfortable fiber, has a heat-shielding effect that suppresses increases in indoor temperature by reflecting infrared rays, and...
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Medical gauze made from carefully selected raw materials. The fine mesh type makes it soft and has excellent absorbency.
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Narikawa Co., Ltd.
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The fine glitter is luxuriously double-covered and the yarn balance is stabilized.The spacing between the glitter is moderate, so the supple curves...
Narikawa Co., Ltd.
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We have added mixed colors to the popular Miyako Deluxe series.
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The ultra-fine lame core is wrapped in Linda. Soft and refreshing comfort. A gentle glitter thread has been created. The silky luster of acetate is...
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Soft and refreshing comfort. A gentle glitter thread has been created. Since it has a double cover, the glitter will not break when knitting. It ha...
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The soft glitter and luster of acetate create a luxurious feel. A collaboration of slightly glossy soft glitter and acetate. A refreshing touch.
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