In operation since early in the 20th century, Meridian Specialty Yarn Group has evolved considerably to keep up with the changing needs of the marketplace. Our two production plants, in Ranlo and Valdese, North Carolina, specialize in novelty yarn manufacturing and in yarn dyeing, respectively.

These two facilities share a single-minded commitment to quality, consistency and extraordinary service to all of our customers in the textile industry.

Meridian Specialty Yarn Group, Inc. is a proud member of Meridian Industries, Inc. Meridian Industries, Inc. is a family-owned diversified manufacturing group headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Founded in 1943, Meridian is currently comprised of five operating companies: Aurora Specialty Textiles Group, Inc., Kent Elastomer Products, Inc., Kleen Test Products Corporation, Majilite Corporation, and Meridian Specialty Yarn Group, Inc.

Meridian has grown from a $35 million company in the early 1980’s to a $300 million company today. The philosophies that generated this past growth continue today:

• Continual reinvestment in plant and equipment to better serve customers’ needs
• Expansion into new markets and development of new products that fall within core manufacturing competencies
• Protection of the inherent financial strength and business health of the company
• Adherence to high standards of corporate ethics
• Commitment to the development and retention of employees