Global Coated Material Solutions
Materials
Built to Perform.
For more than 60 years, Taconic has helped manufacturers solve demanding process challenges with PTFE and silicone coated fabrics, industrial tapes, and engineered conveyor belts built for performance, durability, and consistency. Taconic is ISO 9001 registered, reinforcing our commitment to quality management, process consistency, and continuous improvement across our operations.
From release and heat resistance to abrasion protection and long-term process reliability, our coated materials are engineered to help improve production efficiency across industries worldwide.
What We Make
Three product families.
One commitment to performance.
Taconic engineers coated materials that help customers improve release, reduce downtime, increase process consistency, and extend product life.
ISO 9001 Registered
Built around
quality and consistency.
Taconic is committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality management throughout our manufacturing operations. Our ISO 9001 registration reflects a company-wide focus on process control, continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and product consistency.
From raw material handling and coating operations to fabrication, converting, and final inspection, our teams work within structured quality systems designed to support dependable performance across demanding industrial applications worldwide.
Engineered for Demanding Applications
The properties that protect
your production.
Release
Nonstick surfaces engineered to support clean, consistent release and prevent material buildup throughout long production runs.
Heat Resistance
Materials designed for stable, reliable performance in high-temperature processing environments where standard fabrics fail.
Durability
Coated constructions built to extend service life, resist wear, and reduce costly unplanned downtime across demanding cycles.
Consistency
Engineered materials that stabilize production output and improve repeatability batch after batch, line after line.
Abrasion Resistance
Surface coatings engineered to withstand mechanical wear and friction, maintaining integrity across continuous high-speed production.
Chemical Resistance
PTFE and silicone coatings that resist degradation from solvents, adhesives, and aggressive chemical environments.
Where We're Located
Eleven facilities.
One global team.
With strategically located manufacturing and sales offices across North America, Europe, and South America, Taconic supports customers worldwide with consistent quality and responsive service.
Our History
More than six decades of
innovation and growth.
Founded in 1961 in Petersburgh, New York, Taconic began with a breakthrough idea that helped shape the future of PTFE coated fiberglass materials. What started as a small family business has grown into a global manufacturing organization serving industries around the world.
From expanding into Europe and South America to opening new production facilities across North America and acquiring additional manufacturing capabilities in Italy, Taconic’s history reflects a continuous commitment to engineering high-performance coated material solutions and finding better ways to support our customers.
1961
Taconic was founded by Lester T. Russell, widely recognized for developing the process of applying PTFE to woven fiberglass. What began with Lester and Virginia Russell has grown into a global organization headquartered in Petersburgh, New York.
Today, Taconic manufactures PTFE coated glass fabrics, PTFE tapes, skived PTFE tapes, silicone coated glass fabrics, and conveyor belts for industrial applications including food processing, packaging, automotive, composites, and aerospace.
1972
Lester Russell served as company president until his retirement in 1972. The Russell family’s involvement continued through the next generation, with Gordy Russell joining the business in the mid-1960s and Andy Russell continuing that legacy as CEO.
1977
Taconic expanded internationally with the founding of Taconic International in Mullingar, Ireland. This location supported manufacturing and sales outside the Americas and became a key part of Taconic’s growth across Europe.
1990s
During the 1990s, Taconic continued to expand its global manufacturing footprint. Taconic UK was opened to support industrial belting demand, and a new manufacturing facility was added in Brazil in 1997.
1997
Taconic France was established in Doussard, near Annecy, strengthening Taconic’s ability to serve customers throughout France and surrounding European markets.
2002
Taconic Germany opened near Cologne to directly serve one of Europe’s largest industrial markets with belts, rolls, tapes, and technical support.
2004
Taconic UK operations moved to Burgess Hill in West Sussex, where Taconic Wildcat added further expertise in industrial belting and fabricated solutions.
2005
Taconic’s Mullingar, Ireland operations moved into a modern coating, belting, and conversion facility to support continued growth and manufacturing capability.
2010
Taconic Poland opened in Kostrzyn nad Odrą near the German border, increasing coating capacity and belt manufacturing capabilities for Poland and the broader European market.
2024
Taconic opened a new fabrication facility in Arteaga, Mexico, expanding regional production support and strengthening the company’s ability to serve customers across Mexico, Central America, and the broader North American market.
2025
Taconic acquired Arcari in Limbiate, Italy, expanding production capabilities and product offerings in Europe. This addition strengthened Taconic’s regional manufacturing presence and enhanced support for customers across European markets.
Today
Taconic is an industry leading global manufacturer of PTFE coated glass fabrics, adhesive tapes, silicone coated fabrics, and conveyor belts. Our teams continue to support customers with high-performance materials, technical knowledge, and a commitment to helping manufacturers find better solutions.
Our Mission
People first.
Performance always.
To be a community of people developing solutions in a respectful work environment, we will:
- -Treat our customers wonderfully well, as we want to be treated.
- -Appreciate our coworkers and celebrate their contributions.
- -Commit to a safe and continuously improving work environment.
- -Be a contributing and responsible neighbor in our communities.
- -Provide superb service by responding timely and delivering products quickly.
- -Develop innovative solutions that make lives easier.
