Milliken & Company, a global innovation company, has acquired Springfield LLC, a manufacturer of technical, performance and flame resistant (FR) fabrics for the safety apparel, fire service, military, and occupational markets.

The acquisition is the latest initiative in Milliken’s expanding presence in the global industrial workwear and military fabrics markets. Springfield’s portfolio of FR and non-flame resistant fabrics provides Milliken with enhanced technical resources and delivers additional advanced-engineered textile solutions, according to a press release.

Joe Salley, president and CEO, Milliken & Company said, “As Milliken continues to build for the future, we remain committed to delivering innovations that ‘do good’ - adding value to daily lives, improving health and safety and helping to make the world more sustainable. With this acquisition, we will further improve the user experience for industrial workers, first responders and military personnel with performance-driven protective apparel that does not sacrifice comfort or safety.”

Jeff Price, president, specialty fabrics division, Milliken & Company said, “Springfield’s expertise is an excellent complement to our existing products and capabilities. It further enables Milliken to deliver valuable, comprehensive textile solutions designed to improve comfort, protection and safety.”

Ed Shogan, CEO, Springfield LLC said, “Springfield is excited to join a strong values-based company with a rich heritage of innovation. By combining our collective technical expertise, market insights and supplier relationships, we will continue to deliver exceptional products and services to the workwear and military fabrics markets.”

Springfield is based in Jericho, New York with offices in Rock Hill and manufacturing facilities in Gaffney and Lyman, South Carolina. (GK)