What Advanced Cable Ties does

Advanced Cable Ties, Inc. (ACT) is a privately held US manufacturer of nylon cable ties and wiring accessories founded in 1994 by Ken and Donna Tomasetti, incorporated in Massachusetts and operating a single manufacturing facility at 245 Suffolk Lane in Gardner, MA. The company's product portfolio centers on Nylon 6/6 cable ties spanning 18 lb miniature through 175 lb heavy-duty tensile series, alongside specialty variants (Fir Tree, Dual Loop, Mounting Hole, Releasable, Push Mount Wing, Stainless-Steel Pawl) and engineered material grades (UV-stabilized, Nylon 12 for solar, heat-stabilized up to 257°F, cold weather, metal detectable for food processing, impact resistant, and Mil-Spec AS33671). Adjacent categories include mounts and mounting bases, installation and removal tools, abrasion protection (spiral wrap, split loom), ACTCAP wire connectors, ALB-Line retail packs, and ACT-HVAC duct straps with UL 181B-C certification. The company holds a dense compliance stack (ISO 9001:2015, UL Type 21S, CSA Type 21S, IEC 62275, CE, RoHS, REACH, USMCA, BAA/BABA) and is a member of NEMA.

ACT generates revenue through wholesale distribution of these products exclusively via authorized distributors in the United States and Canada, with regional managers and manufacturers' representatives directing customers to the closest stocking distributor. The economic model is case-quantity unit pricing with a $200 minimum order, Net 30 terms on credit approval, 24-hour shipment from Gardner, MA, free freight within the contiguous US and Canada, and 2-6 week lead times for custom packaging, engineered materials, and custom colors. The company serves industrial, electrical, HVAC, solar, data management, construction, military/defense, medical and food service, telecom/CATV, and OEM customer segments, with OEM and Industrial/Construction flagged as primary verticals. Management is unchanged from founding, with Ken Tomasetti as President and CEO and Donna Tomasetti as co-founder.

Name

Advanced Cable Ties

Legal name

Advanced Cable Ties, Inc.

Website

https://advancedcableties.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Advanced Cable Ties is a US manufacturer of Nylon 6/6 cable ties and wiring accessories, founded in 1994 and based in Gardner, MA, selling exclusively through authorized distributors to industrial, electrical, HVAC, solar, military, telecom, and OEM customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Cable Ties and Wiring Accessories

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931)

SIC

Bolts, Nuts, Screws, Rivets & Washers (3452), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Cable Management & Support Systems (Trays/Ladders/Strut) (IMADAMAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Marine Cable, Connectors & Cable Management (IMAJAJAK)

Keywords

• Industrial cable ties
• Cable management accessories
• Wiring fasteners
• Nylon cable ties
• Cable tie manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Gardner

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cable Tie and Wiring Accessory Sales: ACT generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of cable ties and wiring accessories including standard cable ties, specialty cable ties, engineered materials, mounts and mounting bases, cable tie tools, abrasion protection, and conductivity products. Products are sold in full case quantities with a minimum order of $200.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Advanced Cable Ties designs, engineers, and manufactures industrial cable ties and wiring accessories from its Gardner, MA facility. The product line spans standard nylon 6/6 cable ties in tensile strengths from 18 LB to 175 LB, specialty cable ties, engineered materials for UV, heat, cold, and solar exposure, plus complementary mounts, tools, abrasion protection, and ACTCAP wire connectors. Products are sold in full case quantities with a $200 minimum order exclusively through authorized distributors.

Product overview

Advanced Cable Ties is a leading full-line manufacturer of cable ties and wiring accessories made in the USA. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio centered around cable ties as the core product, supplemented by an extensive range of related accessories and tools. The main product categories include Standard Cable Ties (spanning from 18 LB Miniature to 175 LB Heavy Duty series), Specialty Cable Ties (Fir Tree, Dual Loop, Mounting Hole, Releasable, Push Mount Wing, and Stainless-Steel Pawl variants), and specialized material types (UV Resistant, Nylon 12 for solar, Heat Stabilized, Cold Weather, Metal Detectable, Impact Resistant, and Mil-Spec). Supporting products include Mounts and Mounting Bases, Cable Tie Tools (installation and removal), Abrasion Protection (Spiral Wrap, Split Loom), Conductivity products (ACTCAP Wire Connectors), and Specialty Packs for retail distribution. All products are designed, engineered, and manufactured in Gardner, Massachusetts, with a focus on superior strength exceeding industry standards. The company sells exclusively through authorized distributors and serves industries including Electric, HVAC, Solar, Data Management, Construction, Military, Food Processing, Marine, and Transportation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ACT Fir Tree Cable Ties: Fir tree style cable ties for easy installation
• ACT Dual Loop Cable Ties
• ACT Color Cable Ties
• ACT Metal Detectable Products
• ACT Releasable Ties
• ACT Impact Resistant Ties
• ALB-Line Retail Packs
• ACTCAP Wire Connectors
• ACT Self-Aligning Cable Clamps

Products and services

• Standard Cable Ties General-purpose nylon 6/6 cable ties for continuous temperatures up to 185°F, offered in multiple tensile strength series (18 LB, 40 LB, 50 LB, 120 LB, 175 LB) for industrial, electrical, and construction applications.
• Specialty Cable Ties Specialized cable ties including Fir Tree, Dual Loop, Mounting Hole, Releasable, Push Mount Wing, and Stainless-Steel Pawl variants for specific application requirements.
• UV Resistant Cable Ties Nylon 6/6 cable ties with UV stabilizers for continuous or extended outdoor exposure, available only in black, weather resistant grade that endures ultraviolet light.
• Nylon 12 Solar Cable Ties Nylon 12 cable ties designed for solar applications to withstand harsh sun rays and corrosive outdoor elements, with low water absorption and resistance to stress cracking.
• Heat Stabilized Cable Ties Heat stabilized nylon 6/6 cable ties for continuous or extended exposure to high temperatures up to 257°F, providing additional thermal endurance for electrical applications.
• Cold Weather Cable Ties Cable ties designed for extreme cold temperature applications, suitable for cold climate outdoor installations such as CATV and telecommunications.
• Heavy Duty Cable Ties Industrial-grade cable ties designed for applications requiring maximum strength and durability, including the 120 LB Light Heavy Duty Series and 175 LB Heavy Duty Series.
• Stainless Steel Cable Ties Cable ties designed for harsh environments requiring corrosion resistance and high tensile strength, suitable for marine, industrial, and corrosive atmosphere applications.
• Color Cable Ties Cable ties available in various colors for color-coding, identification, and aesthetic applications, used during maintenance repairs and for bundle management.
• Metal Detectable Cable Ties Cable ties designed for food processing plants with metal detectable properties for food safety compliance, helping prevent contamination and enabling detection during quality control.
• Impact Resistant Cable Ties Cable ties with enhanced impact resistance for applications in heavy equipment and industrial environments where durability under impact is critical.
• Mil-Spec Cable Ties Cable ties meeting Military standard AS33671 for defense and military applications, with stringent military specifications for tensile strength and environmental resistance.
• 17" and 21" 50 lb. Extended Length Cable Ties Made in USA 50 lb. Extended Length Cable Ties in 17" and 21" sizes, expanding the 50 lb. series from 7.5" to 21" with bundle diameters up to 6", available in Natural and UV Black.
• Tab Releasable Cable Ties Made in USA Tab Releasable Cable Ties in 6", 8", and 12" sizes with push tab design offering low resistance to reduce installer fatigue, available in Natural and UV Black.
• Mounts and Mounting Bases Mounting accessories including adhesive mounts, screw mounts, and mounting bases for securing cable ties and managing wire bundles in various installations.
• Cable Tie Tools Installation and removal tools including tension tools, cable tie removal tools, and wire strippers for proper installation and maintenance of cable tie systems.
• Abrasion Protection Products Products designed to protect cables and wires from abrasion damage, including spiral wrap and protective tubing solutions such as split loom tubing and spiral wrap.
• ACT-HVAC Duct Straps Heavy duty duct straps for flexible air duct installations, meeting UL 181B-C requirements for HVAC applications.
• ACTCAP Wire Connectors Electrical wire connectors including grounding wire connectors, high temperature wire connectors, narrow wire connectors, and standard wire connectors for connecting, terminating, and insulating electrical components.
• ACT Self-Aligning Cable Clamps Cable clamps designed for self-aligning installation in various industrial and electrical applications.
• Engineered Materials Advanced polymer materials including specialty nylon formulations designed for engineered applications requiring specific performance characteristics, with custom materials available.
• Specialty Packs Retail-ready packaging options including ALB-Line retail packs and ACT Color Variety Pack Cable Ties for various distribution channels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 175,000 miles of cable tie products manufactured annually for global customers

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)coreOthersACT is a proud member of NEMA, a leading trade association in the United States representing the interests of electrical manufacturers. Membership provides access to industry standards development and application guides for cable ties.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• HellermannTyton: Global leader in cable ties, cable management, and identification solutions, serving the same electrical, automotive, and industrial OEM customers as ACT with comparable nylon and specialty-material product lines. Direct overlap in standard, releasable, and specialty cable tie SKUs.
• Panduit: Major manufacturer of cable ties, wiring accessories, mounts, and abrasion protection products for industrial, data center, and electrical applications. Competes with ACT across both standard nylon ties and engineered-material specialty SKUs.

Broad incumbents

• Thomas & Betts (ABB): Broad-line electrical products manufacturer (now part of ABB) offering cable ties, connectors, and wiring accessories as part of a much larger electrical infrastructure portfolio. Overlaps with ACT on cable ties and wiring accessories for industrial and construction customers.
• 3M: Diversified industrial conglomerate that produces cable ties, cable management accessories, and electrical products alongside a much broader portfolio. Competes with ACT on specialty cable accessories in industrial, MRO, and OEM channels.
• Hubbell: Established manufacturer of electrical and electronic products for utility, commercial, and industrial markets, including cable accessories and wiring devices. Broad portfolio overlaps with ACT's industrial and OEM customer base.
• Legrand: Global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure, offering cable management solutions and wiring accessories across commercial, industrial, and data center segments. Competes with ACT in commercial and industrial electrical channels.
• TE Connectivity: Global leader in connectors and sensors serving automotive, industrial, aerospace, and telecommunications customers, with adjacent products in cable management and wire protection. Competes with ACT in industrial OEM and electrical infrastructure markets.
• Eaton: Diversified power management company offering electrical components, wiring devices, and cable management solutions as part of a much larger industrial portfolio. Overlaps with ACT in industrial, construction, and OEM electrical channels.

Emerging players

• Velcro Companies: Manufacturer of hook-and-loop fastening solutions and reusable cable management wraps that compete with nylon cable ties in select applications. Reusable cable wraps are an emerging substitute category directly threatening single-use nylon tie volumes.
• Atkore: Manufacturer of electrical, mechanical, and structural products including cable management systems, raceways, and cable-related accessories. Public peer with broader portfolio but overlapping customer base in industrial and infrastructure channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance21 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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