Western Filament

Western Filament, Inc. (WFI) makes technical braided and twisted fiber products in Grand Junction, Colorado. The company states that it has been doing so since 1938. Its aerospace products include lacing tape and expandable cable sleeving used to bundle and protect wiring in aircraft.

Products

• Aerospace lacing tape, flat and round braided
• Expandable sleeving
• Braided filaments
• Motor tie products and stator lacing tape and cord
• Parachute cord and ring cable

Markets served

WFI lists aerospace, medical, automotive, electric motors and recreational markets. It says it produces over 260 million yards annually and ships to 76 countries across six continents.

Company facts

• Founded in 1938
• AS9100 certification, shown on the company website
• Also owns the Probraid and Biotip fishing line brands
• Location: Grand Junction, Colorado

Buying and enquiries

The company also lists products for stator and motor winding, and a parachute cord line, which sit alongside the aerospace lacing tape. Its aerospace tape and sleeving are used by wire harness builders to tie, bundle and protect cable runs. Customers can reach the Grand Junction plant by phone, and the site has news and careers sections. Trade press has reported a multimillion dollar renovation of the Grand Junction plant.