Vectorply Corporation
Vectorply Corporation is a privately held Phenix City, Alabama manufacturer of high-performance multiaxial non-crimp composite reinforcement fabrics, serving aerospace, marine, transportation, industrial, sports, and wind energy customers with 400+ SKUs, the VectorLam free laminate analysis software, and Road to Optimization engineering services.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1992
- HeadquartersPhenix City, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Vectorply Corporation does
Vectorply Corporation, founded in 1992 by Don Massey as Tech Textiles, USA, is a privately held specialty manufacturer of high-performance composite reinforcement fabrics headquartered in Phenix City, Alabama. The company develops and produces multiaxial non-crimp fabrics (NCFs) in unidirectional, biaxial, triaxial, and quadraxial configurations across E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers, offering over 400 unique SKUs organized into vertical-specific product lines: VectorUltra (advanced carbon for aerospace, defense, and transportation), VectorFusion (vacuum-infusion specific), VectorWind (wind turbine blades), VectorSports (recreational equipment), and NeedlePly (needle-punched reinforcements). Manufacturing is anchored by the 53,000 sq. ft. Donald L. Massey Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center (ACRC, opened June 2017), which houses the first Liba Max 5 machine in North America, a 100-inch Karl Mayer/Liba Copcentra Max 4 machine, and an in-house composite materials testing laboratory with a United SFM SMART 1 test frame. The company is also distinguished by VectorLam, a proprietary free web-based laminate analysis tool using classical laminate theory, and the Road to Optimization (R2O) engineering services workflow.
Vectorply Corporation firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Vectorply Corporation
- Legal name
- Vectorply Corporation
- Website
- https://vectorply.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1992
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Vectorply Corporation is a privately held Phenix City, Alabama manufacturer of high-performance multiaxial non-crimp composite reinforcement fabrics, serving aerospace, marine, transportation, industrial, sports, and wind energy customers with 400+ SKUs, the VectorLam free laminate analysis software, and Road to Optimization engineering services.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Vectorply Corporation industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Composite Reinforcement Fabrics
- NAICS
- Textile Mills (313), Rope, Cordage, Twine, Tire Cord, and Tire Fabric Mills (314994)
- SIC
- Textile Mill Products (2200)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Composite Reinforcement Textiles (Carbon/Glass/Aramid Fabrics & Preforms) (IMAOADAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Tire Cord & Industrial Reinforcement Fabrics (IMAOABAK)
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Where Vectorply Corporation is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Phenix City
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Vectorply Corporation business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Composite Reinforcement Fabrics: Manufacturing and distribution of multiaxial reinforcement fabrics including unidirectionals, biaxials, triaxials, quadaxials in E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers. Over 400 unique fabric styles available.
- Technical Services: Engineering and technical support services including laminate analysis, finite element analysis, material selection consulting, and the Road to Optimization process for customer workflow optimization.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Freemium | Pay-as-you-go | Free laminate analysis software |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels10 records
Vectorply Corporation product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Vectorply develops, manufactures, and distributes high-performance multiaxial non-crimp composite reinforcement fabrics (unidirectional, biaxial, triaxial, quadraxial) in E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers, with over 400 unique fabric styles. The offering is supported by specialty product lines (VectorUltra, VectorFusion, VectorWind, VectorSports), the free VectorLam cloud-based laminate analysis software, and paid engineering services including the Road to Optimization (R2O) process, finite element analysis, and in-house composite testing.
Product overview
Vectorply Corporation develops, manufactures, and distributes composite reinforcement fabrics. The product portfolio centers on over 400 unique styles of multiaxial non-crimp fabrics (NCF) in E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers, including unidirectional, biaxial, triaxial, and quadraxial configurations. Specialty product lines include VectorUltra (advanced carbon reinforcements), VectorFusion (infusion-specific), VectorWind (wind energy), and VectorSports. VectorLam is the company's proprietary free web-based laminate analysis software that helps customers optimize designs. Technical services include the Road to Optimization (R2O) engineering process, Finite Element Analysis, and an in-house composite testing lab. Manufacturing capabilities expanded in 2017 with the 53,000 sq. ft. Donald L. Massey Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center (ACRC).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- VectorLam: Free laminate analysis and design software tool for classical laminate theory and analysis.
- VectorUltra
- VectorFusion
- NeedlePly
- VectorWind
- VectorSports
- Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center (ACRC)
Products and services
- VectorLam Free proprietary web-based laminate analysis and design software using classical laminate theory. Helps users optimize stiffness, strength, weight, and cost for composite applications by comparing Vectorply materials, resins, cores, and manufacturing processes; includes global material property databases and custom My Cores/My Resins features.
- VectorUltra Advanced multiaxial carbon fiber reinforcement fabrics manufactured at the Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center, designed for high-performance applications in aerospace, defense, and transportation; includes 19 standard carbon products ranging from 3-oz biaxial to 94-oz mirror-image quadraxial tooling fabric.
- VectorFusion Infusion-specific reinforcement fabrics optimized for vacuum infusion and resin infusion manufacturing processes, with consumables sold as a complete VectorFusion system.
- VectorWind Wind energy-specific multiaxial reinforcement fabrics optimized for wind turbine blade manufacturing, addressing blade weight optimization and structural performance.
- VectorSports Sports and recreation-specific reinforcement fabrics for athletic equipment and sporting goods applications, focusing on performance optimization and weight reduction.
- NeedlePly Needle-punched reinforcement fabrics for various composite applications.
- Stitch-Bonded Reinforcements Stitch-bonded fabric reinforcements for structural composite applications across multiple end markets.
- Multiaxial Reinforcement Fabrics Non-crimp multiaxial fabrics available in unidirectional, biaxial, triaxial, and quadraxial configurations in E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers, with over 400 unique fabric styles searchable through Vectorply's online product database.
- Reinforcement Fibers Raw reinforcement fibers including E-glass, carbon, and aramid supplied for composite manufacturing.
- VectorFusion Consumables Consumable products used with the VectorFusion infusion-specific reinforcement system.
- Road to Optimization (R2O) Engineering services process that evaluates customer laminate and production processes end-to-end, including initial audits, part and laminate design, material selection, and processing optimization. Delivered by Vectorply's field engineering team.
- Finite Element Analysis Service Finite Element Analysis services provided by Vectorply's engineering team to support customer composite applications.
- Composite Testing Lab In-house composite materials lab (within the Advanced Composite Reinforcement Center) capable of fabricating laminates via hand lamination, vacuum infusion, wet bagging, LRTM, or oven-cured prepreg, and conducting mechanical testing for tensile, compressive, flexural, in-plane shear, and interlaminar shear properties using the United SFM SMART 1 test frame.
Quantifiable outcome
- Viking Yachts 80' Convertible achieved 41+ knots, 3.5 knots faster than 82' model
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Companies that use Vectorply Corporation
Customer profileNamed customers7 records
Segments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
Vectorply Corporation technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
Vectorply Corporation partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.
- Independent Boat Builders Incorporated (IBBI)coreIBBI is a purchasing cooperative of independent boat builders. Vectorply has been ranked among top 6 suppliers for 8 consecutive years and was named Top 3 Supplier of the Year in 2025. IBBI CEO Tom Broy noted the partnership spans 20 years, with members particularly valuing Vectorply's technical service and laminate design capabilities. Vectorply sponsored the cornhole tournament at the IBBI conference in partnership with 3A Composites.
- BoeingflagshipBoeing awarded Vectorply a Certificate of Appreciation recognizing outstanding performance in the development and advancement of multi-axial non-crimp fabric technology that will enable next generation composite structures. Boeing is the world's largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems.
- Viking YachtscoreMulti-year collaboration on E-glass/carbon hybrid quadraxial fabric development for the 80' Convertible model. Vectorply's Road to Optimization process was applied from 2012-2015, resulting in weight reduction enabling the boat to achieve 41+ knots, faster than the larger 82' model. Collaboration included 3A Composites and Mahogany Company.
- Scout BoatscorePartnership for first epoxy-infused boat hull (420 LXF). Vectorply's Road to Optimization achieved 20% labor reduction, 50-60% finishing time reduction, and 15% weight savings. Team included Composites One, Magnum Venus Products (MVP), and 3A Composites.
- Cruisers Yachts (KCS International)coreCollaboration on 390 Express Coupe hull infusion project. Vectorply provided laminate analysis using VectorLam software and material recommendations. Final hull achieved 800+ pound weight reduction and layup time reduced from 6 days to 4 days. Team included Composites One, 3A Composites, CCP, and Mahogany Company.
- Auburn UniversityminorNASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC) collaboration. Vectorply Composite Test Engineer Xavier Rachel (Auburn graduate) led the team in helping Auburn engineering students create non-pneumatic wheels for their rover using C-LT 1800 carbon fabric. Auburn's team placed 13th out of 62 teams in the competition.
- University of Central FloridaminorASME Human Powered Vehicle Challenge collaboration providing Vectorply's C-BX 0450 carbon fabric for UCF's human-powered vehicle. Team finished 6th overall out of 33 teams and 3rd in Women's Speed Event.
- 3A CompositescoreCollaborative partner in multiple customer projects including Viking Yachts, Scout Boats, and Cruisers Yachts. Provided core materials (Baltek balsa core, Lantor Soric products) and technical collaboration on laminate design. Co-sponsored cornhole tournament at IBBI conference with Vectorply.
- Composites OnecoreMaterials supplier and distribution partner in multiple marine customer projects including Scout Boats and Cruisers Yachts. Provided kit cutting services through Mahogany Company and technical support for infusion processes.
- Mahogany CompanycoreFabric and core kit cutting services for marine projects including Viking Yachts 80C and Cruisers Yachts 390 Express Coupe. Collaborated on Road to Optimization process for material preparation.
Scale indicators4 records
Recent moves9 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Vectorply Corporation competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Teijin Carbon (Toho Tenax): Teijin Carbon produces carbon fibers, oxidized PAN, and prepregs/reinforcements serving aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets — overlapping with Vectorply's carbon NCF/VectorUltra product line as a larger global carbon fiber incumbent.
- SGL Carbon: SGL Carbon is a large publicly listed carbon-based materials company with carbon fiber and composite reinforcement product lines serving aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets, competing with Vectorply's VectorUltra carbon NCF products as a broader incumbent.
- Hexcel Corporation: Hexcel is a leading global aerospace composites supplier producing carbon fiber reinforcements, fabrics, and prepregs — overlapping with Vectorply's aerospace/VectorUltra offerings as a much larger incumbent with broader portfolio scope.
- Owens Corning Composite Solutions: Owens Corning's Composites business produces glass fiber reinforcements and fabrics serving wind, construction, transportation, and marine end markets — a broad incumbent competitor to Vectorply's E-glass reinforcement portfolio.
Direct peers
- Gurit Holding AG: Gurit supplies composite materials including glass and carbon fiber reinforcements, core materials, and laminating systems to wind energy, marine, and transportation markets — a direct competitor to Vectorply across marine and wind reinforcement applications.
- SAERTEX GmbH & Co. KG: SAERTEX is one of the world's largest manufacturers of multiaxial non-crimp fabrics (NCF) using glass, carbon, and aramid fibers — directly comparable to Vectorply's core NCF reinforcement portfolio and global aerospace/wind/industrial customer base.
- Porcher Industries: Porcher Industries produces technical textiles including fiberglass, carbon, and aramid reinforcement fabrics and prepregs for aerospace, automotive, sports, and industrial markets — closely comparable to Vectorply's specialty NCF and VectorSports offerings.
- Chomarat Group: Chomarat is a French textile manufacturer specializing in multiaxial reinforcements, woven fabrics, and coated textiles for composites — directly comparable to Vectorply across marine, automotive, and industrial composite reinforcement applications.
- Devold AMT: Devold AMT is a Norwegian producer of multiaxial reinforcement fabrics and glass/carbon NCFs for wind energy, marine, and aerospace applications — a direct peer in the same NCF reinforcement category with strong wind-energy exposure similar to Vectorply's VectorWind line.
- BGF Industries: BGF Industries is a US-based manufacturer of woven and non-woven fiberglass, carbon, and aramid fabrics for aerospace, defense, marine, and industrial composites — directly comparable to Vectorply's multiaxial reinforcement fabric portfolio.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Vectorply Corporation leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
Vectorply Corporation funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors1 record
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Frequently asked questions about Vectorply Corporation
What does Vectorply Corporation do?
Vectorply develops, manufactures, and distributes high-performance multiaxial non-crimp composite reinforcement fabrics (unidirectional, biaxial, triaxial, quadraxial) in E-glass, carbon, and aramid fibers, with over 400 unique fabric styles. The offering is supported by specialty product lines (VectorUltra, VectorFusion, VectorWind, VectorSports), the free VectorLam cloud-based laminate analysis software, and paid engineering services including the Road to Optimization (R2O) process, finite element analysis, and in-house composite testing.
Is Vectorply Corporation a public or private company?
Vectorply Corporation is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Vectorply Corporation founded?
Vectorply Corporation was founded in 1992. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Vectorply Corporation based?
Vectorply Corporation is headquartered in Phenix City, United States, in the North America region.
How does Vectorply Corporation make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Composite Reinforcement Fabrics are the primary driver. The others are technical Services.
Who are Vectorply Corporation's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Teijin Carbon (Toho Tenax), SGL Carbon, Hexcel Corporation and Owens Corning Composite Solutions. Direct peers are Gurit Holding AG, SAERTEX GmbH & Co. KG, Porcher Industries, Chomarat Group, Devold AMT and BGF Industries.
Does Vectorply Corporation have an API?
No public API is recorded for Vectorply Corporation.
What industry is Vectorply Corporation in?
Vectorply Corporation's product category is Composite Reinforcement Fabrics. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAOADAH, Composite Reinforcement Textiles (Carbon/Glass/Aramid Fabrics & Preforms), with a secondary code of IMAOABAK, Tire Cord & Industrial Reinforcement Fabrics. Its NAICS code is 313 and its SIC code is 2200.