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Associations
FilSpecTM products are designed based on the most advanced innovations and in accordance with established standards. We are proud to be a part of several recognized associations in the field of yarns and spinning, in Canada as well as in the United States and Mexico.
FilSpecTM is a member
of the following associations:
Smart Textile and Wearables Innovation Alliance (STWIA)
Facilitated by NRC, the Smart Textile and Wearables Innovation Alliance is an industry-led, grassroots initiative that brings together 30 Canadian companies from all levels of the supply chain in order to share ideas, collaborate on projects and develop innovative products that will revolutionize the smart textile and wearables industry.
Canadian Textile Industry Association (CTIA)
The Canadian Textile Industry Association (CTIA) represents Canada’s primary textile producers – a group of innovative manufacturing companies producing high-quality, value-added textiles. Established in 2009, CTIA is a national non-profit association focused on promoting Canada’s textile sector.
National Council of Textile Organizations (NCtO)
The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO) is a unique association representing the entire spectrum of the textile industry. From fibres to finished products, machinery manufacturers to power suppliers, NCTO is the voice of the U.S. textile industry.
Synthetic Yarn and Fibre Association (SYFA)
The Synthetic Yarn and Fibre Association is a non-profit organization comprised of individuals affiliated with the synthetic yarn and fibre industry. Representation in the industry includes fibre producers, texturizers, staple yarn manufacturers, fabric producers for apparel, automotive, upholstery, and industrial markets. Additionally, raw material suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and service providers related to the industry are valuable contributors to the organization.
TECHNITEXTILE, MONTÉRÉGIE
As a manufacturer of technical yarns, FilSpecTM is part of the Quebec government's "Advanced flexible materials" program. This program encompasses nearly 50 companies that work in the following sectors: single-use textiles, geosynthetics, membranes, films, and other value-added flexible materials.