American Cord & Webbing Co., Inc. (ACW), a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance webbing, buckles, and engineered textile assemblies and straps, is proud to announce its official membership in the Parachute Industry Association (PIA).
For more than a century, ACW has been a trusted partner for defense, parachute, aerospace, outdoor, automotive, and safety equipment manufacturers. Joining the PIA underscores ACW’s continued commitment to technical excellence, safety standards, and collaboration across industrial communities.
“Becoming part of the Parachute Industry Association represents more than membership. It’s a recognition of ACW’s dedication to innovation and quality within critical end use webbing and hardware systems,” said Susan Lake, ACW’s Director of Sales. “We look forward to contributing our expertise in high-strength textile engineering and hardware integration to support the global parachute and tactical gear industry.”
Why This Matters to ACW Customers and Partners
ACW’s membership in the PIA offers meaningful advantages to manufacturers and business collaborators:
- Industry Credibility: PIA association membership connects ACW to a network of respected aerospace, defense, and safety equipment professionals, affirming its adherence to recognized quality and compliance standards.
- Collaborative Innovation: Through participation in PIA’s technical committees, ACW gains direct access to evolving regulatory guidelines, allowing its partners to benefit from the most current design insights and safety data.
- Enhanced Supply Chain Confidence: Whether manufacturing harnesses, parachute risers, or restraint systems, ACW’s alignment with PIA signals a verifiable commitment to reliability and tested performance.
- Commitment to Standards: ACW’s production facilities are ISO-certified and operate under rigorous process controls. PIA membership further validates that commitment at the association level.
For manufacturers seeking a dependable U.S. source for precision-engineered webbing and hardware solutions, ACW’s new role within the Parachute Industry Association adds another layer of assurance that every product meets or exceeds the highest industry expectations.
About American Cord & Webbing (ACW)
Founded in 1917, ACW is an American manufacturer providing high-quality webbing, plastic and metal hardware, cord, and fully assembled and sewn webbing straps. Operating from its facilities in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, and Concord, New Hampshire, ACW serves global clients across defense, industrial safety, outdoor, and consumer applications. Learn more at www.acw1.com.