Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Elastic Products for Global Industries
Norbut Manufacturing has been a trusted leader in elastic product innovation since 1948. Our expertise in designing and manufacturing custom elastic yarn, tag string, and sewing elastic has served diverse industries globally. With nearly eight decades of experience, we combine legacy craftsmanship with modern technology to meet exacting specifications. Our facility in Fall River, Massachusetts houses both historic H.H. Arnold machines and state-of-the-art computer-controlled equipment, enabling production flexibility from small 100-pound batches to large-scale orders exceeding 10,000 pounds. Our in-house maintenance team ensures operational efficiency while our quality control processes guarantee consistent product excellence.We specialize in rapid fulfillment through our stocked inventory program, offering same-day shipping for popular items. Our products serve critical applications across apparel, medical, horticultural, and transportation sectors. With a commitment to innovation and customer service, we welcome orders of all sizes and complexities. Our team of experts provides personalized consultation to help clients expand their production capabilities. As a family-owned business, we maintain the same dedication to quality that has defined our reputation for generations.
Services
Elastic Tag String
Elastic Tying String
Sewing Elastic
Custom Elastic Products
Global Shipping
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 80 years of specialized elastic product manufacturing experience
- Custom solutions from 100-pound batches to 10,000-pound orders
- Same-day shipping for stocked elastic tag string products
- Global distribution network serving diverse industries
- In-house maintenance ensures maximum production efficiency
Services
Elastic Tag String
Precision-engineered elastic tag string for product identification applications. Available in multiple elongation levels (90-160%) with various core materials and coatings. Ideal for airline tags, luggage tags, and apparel hang tags requiring consistent elasticity and durability.
Elastic Tying String
High-tensile elastic tying string for bundling applications. Engineered for floral arrangements, wire management, and horticultural tagging. Offers 140-160% elongation with tensile strength ratings from 12-24 lbs to ensure secure fastening across diverse industries.
Sewing Elastic
Specialized sewing elastic for apparel and medical applications. Features 220-320% elongation for shirring, smocking, and elastic narrow fabrics. Available in spandex and rubber core options with varying yarn counts for different sewing requirements.
Custom Elastic Products
Tailored elastic solutions meeting specific dimensional, material, and performance requirements. Capable of producing custom formulations for unique applications in medical devices, automotive, and specialty apparel industries with sample-based development.
Global Distribution
Comprehensive logistics network for international product delivery. Maintains inventory readiness for rapid fulfillment while managing complex shipping requirements for industrial clients across six continents with specialized packaging solutions.
People
Scott Silverman
President
Scott Silverman leads Norbut Manufacturing with a commitment to quality and innovation. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its global reach while maintaining family-owned values. He focuses on strategic growth and operational excellence.
Questions
What industries use Norbut's elastic products?
Our products serve apparel, medical, transportation, horticultural, and specialty manufacturing sectors requiring elastic solutions.
Can you create custom elastic formulations?
Yes, we specialize in custom elastic products developed from client samples with specific performance requirements.
What is your minimum order quantity?
We accommodate orders starting at 100 pounds through our flexible production capabilities.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we distribute elastic products globally from our Fall River manufacturing facility.
How quickly can orders ship?
Stocked items typically ship within one business day of order placement.
What quality control measures do you use?
Every team member participates in quality assurance, with processes integrated throughout production stages.
