Profile of Kermel: A Leading Manufacturer of Heat Resistant and Flame Resistant Fibres

July 2012 | 12 pages | ID: P2210BA9E03EN
Textiles Intelligence Ltd

Abstracts

Kermel is a leading producer of meta-aramid fibres for use in the manufacture of totally non-flammable and thermo-stable products. The company produces Kermel fibre and Kermel Tech fibres which form the basis of a diverse range of products. Kermel has performed well in recent years, despite the global financial crisis. The company maintains its performance by continuing to diversify its global markets and its product stream. The market for meta-aramids is continuing to grow, and therefore offers a bright future for Kermel to exploit its diversification strategy. This report provides detailed information on Kermel's fibres and products, and their end use markets. Also, it includes an assessment of the company's development, financial performance, environmental performance and main competitors, and presents an outlook for the future.

Contents

SUMMARY

INTRODUCTION

COMPANY DEVELOPMENT

KERMEL FIBRES

Kermel fibre
Kermel Tech
Standards and certification

PRODUCTS MADE FROM KERMEL FIBRES

Kermel denim
Kermel Insulright
Kermel SofShield
Kermel GlenGuard
Kermel High Visibility
Kermel Alpha
Kermel/Lenzing FR

SKEED

END USE MARKETS FOR KERMEL FIBRES

Fire services
Military
Army
Navy
Air force
Public order
Industrial
Technical
Sports

COMPETITION AND COMPETITORS

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE

OUTLOOK