Nylene Canada Inc
Electric cable insulation
Company Overview
Nylene, a leader in polymer performance science with over 45 years of manufacturing experience, specializes in developing and producing specialty nylons and engineering thermoplastics. As subsidiaries of Polymeric Resources Corporation (PRC), Nylene USA and Nylene Canada ULC operate ISO-certified facilities, consistently delivering high-quality nylon polymers, copolymers, and compounds to diverse global markets. The company's core focus is on innovation, driven by robust service and technical capabilities, ensuring tailored solutions for unique customer requirements.
Specialized Products and Formulations
Nylene offers an extensive portfolio of versatile engineering polymers, including specialty nylon solutions customized for specific thermal, mechanical, electrical, and sustainability needs. Their products are engineered for superior performance, chemical resistance, heat stability, and flame retardancy. The product line features various nylon types, such as Nylon 6,6, Nylon 6/10, Nylon 6/12, Nylon 6/69, Nylon 6,6/6, and Nylon 6/6,6, each designed for specific applications. Nylene also provides UL-approved and FDA-compliant PA 6 and PA 66 grades, alongside custom engineering resins and compounds.
Sustainability and Resource Recovery
Nylene is a pioneer in 'green' manufacturing through its comprehensive Resource Recovery program. This initiative converts sub-standard nylon into recycled content, incorporates caprolactam recovery, and generates significant cost savings. The company offers a tailored closed-loop recycling service, enabling customers to reduce material costs and minimize their carbon footprint. By depolymerizing pre-consumer nylon 6 waste, Nylene transforms nylon fibers and plastics into a first-quality product equivalent to virgin materials, promoting sustainability and reducing reliance on virgin resources.
Diverse Industry Applications
Nylene's expertise and product offerings cater to a broad spectrum of plastics markets worldwide. The company has served the automotive sector for over 40 years, providing lightweight, durable, and eco-friendly solutions for vehicle engineering. Beyond automotive, Nylene's materials find applications in electronics, packaging (including extrusion grades for food packaging, tubing, and profiles), and textiles, where high-performance nylon 6 fiber grades are used for indoor and outdoor carpeting as well as synthetic turf. Their products are also suitable for appliances, sports equipment, and gas-powered applications, demonstrating the versatility of their engineering thermoplastics.
