Your partner for high quality filaments since 1959
Luxilon is a family-owned company with 65 years of experience in filament extrusion. We have always focused on finding niche markets where there is a need for superior expertise, quality, and research and development practices. This has led us to be active in three different markets: Sports, Medical and Industrial.
- 100% family-owned & Belgium-based
- More than 60 years of experience
- Focus on quality and R&D
Luxilon Industries & Co
Expansion
Medical
Second generation
Further investment in medical and general R&D
Third generation
Leo Van Malderen founds Luxilon Industries & Co in Antwerp and begins producing sewing thread for wholesale.
1976
Luxilon Industries & Co
Leo Van Malderen founds Luxilon Industries & Co in Antwerp and begins producing sewing thread for wholesale.
1976
Creating innovative solutions to fit your needs? That is our common thread.
Over the years, Luxilon has become one of the world's leading manufacturers of filament technology for medical sutures, surgical mesh, aerospace, paper felt and many other specific medical and industrial applications and, last but not least, high-tech strings used in racquet sports. With a commitment to excellence, we envision a future where Luxilon's influence extends globally, contributing significantly to the advancement of medical, industrial, and sports technologies. That means that our mission is to consistently exceed expectations by delivering tailor-made solutions that address the unique challenges faced by our clients, by constantly thinking outside the box. At Luxilon, we don't just manufacture filaments; we forge the future. The partner for medical companies, offering tailored filament solutions.
“we go where others won’t”
Industry
A long history of excellence and innovation in filament technology for niche applications