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Hamilton International returns to polyester industrial yarn segment

Hamilton International is led by Art Hamilton who has more than 30 years of experience in the polyester industrial yarn industry. (Photo: Business Wire)
Effective immediately, Hamilton International is pleased to announce its return as an independent supplier to the polyester industrial yarn segment.

Following the divestiture of a partnership with an international manufacturer that created the largest polyester industrial yarn importer in North America, Hamilton returns to the market on which it was founded, while continuing to supply its international customer base with a broad range of polyester, nylon, polypropylene, para aramid and cotton industrial, textile, spun and staple yarns.

The American-owned company is focused on providing innovative textile solutions to its customers while supporting their uninterrupted supply chain.

Hamilton International is led by Art Hamilton who has more than 30 years of experience in the industry and is able to leverage a worldwide network of sourcing relationships to meet client needs.




“Our approach to the market allows us to negotiate the best pricing, meet a customer’s precise requirements, and mitigate supply chain issues,” says Hamilton. “We work with suppliers in several countries, and we’re not afraid to invest to keep the supply chain full. Plus, we’re focused on innovation to address our customers’ needs.”

Hamilton International is a North American leader in supplying innovative textile solutions to customers across industries by sourcing products and investing in strategic production. The company was founded in 2008 by Art Hamilton following years in the industrial textiles industry. His experience includes time with Martin-Colorfi as senior VP during its public offering.


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