About Us-
Advanced materials for innovation
Since 1997, Southeast Nonwovens has partnered with industry leaders to transform concepts into high-performance nonwoven solutions. We combine deep fiber science expertise with rapid prototyping and scalable manufacturing to accelerate your path from idea to market.
Built on vision and partnership
Southeast Nonwovens was founded in 1997 with a simple idea: help industries move faster through advanced fiber science. From our roots in Charlotte to our expanded operations in Clover, South Carolina, we've grown by staying true to that mission.
Journey
Milestones that shaped our story
From our founding to today, each chapter has been defined by innovation, partnership, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in engineered materials.
Milestones
1997
The beginning
Bryan Thomas and Steve Nielsen founded Southeast Nonwovens in Charlotte, North Carolina, driven by a vision to help industries innovate through advanced nonwoven technologies.
2000
Expansion south
SENW relocated to Clover, South Carolina, establishing expanded facilities for product development and full-scale manufacturing capabilities.
2008
Resilience proven
Through economic challenges, SENW continued growing through word-of-mouth partnerships and unwavering commitment to customer success and innovation.
Today
Industry leader
SENW partners with Fortune 50 companies, startups, and research institutions to develop next-generation nonwoven materials that push boundaries.
Bryan Thomas
Cofounder, President
Twenty years and twenty patents later, the dream became real.
Paul Latten
Director of R&D
Turns manufacturing obstacles into opportunities through innovation.
Pritesh Yeole
R&D Scientist
Leads advanced composite development from concept to commercialization.
What our partners say
Trust built on results
"SENW understood our requirements and delivered a solution that exceeded our performance targets while reducing costs."
Michael Chen
Chief Engineer, Aerospace
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