Thortel Fabrics

Founded in 1970 by Charles Summers, Diversitex began as a jobber and converter of industrial fabrics. The company soon expanded into military and apparel, quickly establishing itself as a major supplier of camouflage around the world. The company continued its growth with the addition of home furnishings in the 1990s, becoming a leader in the fast-growing casual furniture sector of the market. After 40 years, the company remains owned and operated by the Summers family, upholding the same high standards as its founder in supplying quality fabrics at the best possible prices. Diversitex holds a unique position in the industry, blending technical know-how with a customer-focused approach to deliver the just right fabric for any application. Its focus on domestically crafted product and relationships with leading mills translates into a broad product selection and fast delivery times.

Apex Mills, founded in 1943, specializes in the production and supply of industrial knits. Originally started as a reseller to the bridal and apparel industries, it has evolved into a supplier and manufacturer of warp-knit fabrics geared towards industrial applications. It works with customers to provide fabric solutions that meet their existing needs and new opportunities. This has resulted in solutions from the company in the form of new products such as mesh, netting, spacer fabrics and tricot knit solutions for consumer, industrial and government industries. Apex Mills has its corporate office in Inwood, N.Y.