What Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company does

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company is a privately held industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1921 in Stanley, North Carolina by textile mill owner Craig and engineer Hornbuckle. The company designs and builds wet processing machines and control systems for the global textile industry, and operates a 340,000+ square-foot manufacturing facility in Mt. Holly, North Carolina. It pioneered the industry's first jet dyeing machine in 1961 and now maintains installations in more than 80 countries.

The company's core technology spans a complete range of wet processing equipment. Piece dyeing machinery includes the Gaston Series (models 820–836, 136 kg–318 kg capacity), the Millennium Jet Dyeing Machine (5:1 liquor ratio, ATI Award for Innovation recipient), and the Futura machine for fragile fabrics. Package dyeing machinery includes V-Pac vertical and H-Pac horizontal designs, beam dyeing machinery, and yarn drying systems (PERV, Avesta, HP-ST). The Millennium Dyeing System integrates weighing, mixing, dispensing, filling, heating, bleaching, dyeing, and washing through components including AccuWeigh, AccuMix, ChemFlow, ChemTex, and a Central Charge Tank. Process control is delivered via the MP6000 standalone/network controller, the Sentinel Controller (Siemens-based, Windows 95), and the SuperTex Dyehouse Management System (Oracle database, 120+ global installations, SentryLINK online support). The company is ASME code certified for pressure vessel manufacturing.

Gaston County generates revenue through multiple streams: hardware sales of new machines, a million-dollar computer-monitored replacement parts inventory, and sales of reconditioned equipment; professional services including custom fabrication (via a separate division), repair, contract installation, process engineering, training, and 24/7 emergency service. Distribution occurs through authorized sales agencies in approximately 80 countries and direct sales from the Mt. Holly headquarters. The primary customer base consists of textile manufacturers and mills, with secondary segments in yarn processing, piece goods processing, and laboratory/R&D operations. The firm employs 11–50 people.

Name

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company

Legal name

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company

Website

https://gaston-county.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1921

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company, founded in 1921, designs and manufactures wet processing machines and integrated control systems—including jet dyeing machines, package dyeing machines, and the Millennium Dyeing System—for textile manufacturers and mills worldwide, with installations in over 80 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Textile Dyeing Machinery

NAICS

Machinery Manufacturing (333)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Dyeing Operations (Piece/Yarn/Fiber/Garment) (IMAOACAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Washing, Rinsing & After-Treatments (Soaping/Neutralizing/Enzyme Wash) (IMAOACAH), Dyeing, Printing & Finishing (Chemical & Mechanical) (CRAAAMAJ)

Keywords

• Textile dyeing machinery
• Wet processing equipment
• Jet dyeing machines
• Package dyeing systems
• Dyehouse management systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Mount Holly

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Textile Dyeing Machinery Sales: Sale of new wet processing machines including jet dyeing, package dyeing, beam dyeing, and piece dyeing machinery. Available in various capacities and configurations from 50kg to 2800kg.
2. Replacement Parts and Components: Million dollar computer-monitored inventory of mechanical and electronic parts including pumps, heat exchangers, valves, motors, bearings, seals, IC chips, and controller support devices.
3. Repair and Rebuild Services: Quality repair work on existing equipment including tanks, pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and sophisticated instrumentation and controls.
4. Reconditioned Equipment Sales: Sale of used/reconditioned Gaston County equipment including soft flow piece dyeing machines, Futura machines, Millennium machines, package dyeing machines, and yarn dryers.
5. Custom Fabrication Services: Separate division for manufacture of special equipment with ASME code certified welders. Specialty in stainless steel and other alloys, code certified pressure vessel manufacturer.
6. Process Engineering Services: Technical support for new machine start-ups, establishment of efficient process routines, and troubleshooting using pilot equipment at Process Engineering Center.
7. Contract Installation Services: Complete installation packages including machine delivery, set-up, piping and wiring for utilities, power and electrical controls, plus complete system start-up and checkout.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company designs, manufactures, and services wet processing machines and integrated control systems for the textile industry. Its product line includes jet piece dyeing machines, vertical and horizontal package dyeing machines, beam dyeing machinery, yarn drying systems, and proprietary controllers such as the MP6000, Sentinel, and SuperTex dyehouse management system. The company also provides a comprehensive suite of aftermarket services including replacement parts, field service, process engineering, training, installation, custom fabrication, and repair.

Product overview

Gaston County Dyeing Machine Company is a textile machinery manufacturer offering a comprehensive portfolio of wet processing equipment and control systems since 1921. The core product lines include: (1) Piece Dyeing Machinery comprising the Gaston Series (models 820-836 for light to heavy fabrics), Millennium Jet Dyeing Machine (ATI Innovation Award winner), and Futura (for fragile/crush-prone fabrics); (2) Package Dyeing Machinery including V-Pac vertical and H-Pac horizontal machines, Beam dyeing, and Yarn Drying Systems (PERV, Avesta, HP-ST); (3) The Millennium Dyeing System - an integrated, optimized approach to dyeing that automates weighing, mixing, dispensing, filling, heating, bleaching, dyeing, and washing through components including Control Center, AccuWeigh/AccuMix, ChemFlow/ChemTex dispensers, Central Charge Tank, and Analytical Instruments; (4) Machine Control Systems including MP6000 standalone/network controller, Sentinel (Siemens-based), and SuperTex dyehouse management system (120+ installations, Oracle database); (5) Lab and Sample Machines scaled for testing; (6) Replacement Parts with million-dollar inventory; and (7) Services including Technical Support, Field Service, Process Engineering, Training, Emergency Service, Installation, Custom Fabrication, and Repair Services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SuperTex: Proven dyehouse management system with more than 120 installations worldwide, providing machine control, procedure management, performance measurement, inventory control, and color kitchen management.
• Sentinel Controller
• MP6000
• Millennium Dyeing System

Products and services

• Gaston Series Piece Dyeing Machines Short cycle, low cost jet dyeing machines for knitted and woven fabrics, featuring ASME code-compliant kiers, liquor circulation systems, lint filters, and heat exchangers. Designed for textile manufacturers and mills.
• Millennium Piece Dyeing Machine Jet dyeing machine designed for high-quality dyeing of spandex blends, athletic wear, microfiber fabrics, wovens, and tricots; features 5:1 liquor ratio and 450 lbs (205 kg) nominal capacity per tube. Winner of ATI's Award for Innovation.
• Futura Piece Dyeing Machine Piece dyeing machine designed for top quality dyeing of fragile, crush-prone, and stretch-type fabrics including microfiber wovens, knits, terry, tricots, automotive upholstery, and velour. Available in 1, 2, and 4 tube models with minimum tension processing.
• V-Pac Vertical Package Dyeing Machines Industry standard vertical package dyeing machines with basement housing the pump, heat exchanger, and circulation piping, while the production level provides operator access for loading and unloading.
• H-Pac Horizontal Package Dyeing Machines Horizontal package dyeing machines allowing complete installation and operation on a single level, eliminating the need for a basement and crane system. Modular and pre-assembled for quick installation using transport carts.
• Beam Dyeing Machinery Yarn beam dyeing machinery for warp yarns at temperatures up to 140°C in kiers designed for perforated warp beams. Supports single and multiple kier systems with optional yarn carriers for package dyeing.
• Yarn Drying Systems (PERV, Avesta, HP-ST) Three heavy-duty stainless steel yarn drying systems: PERV (Pressure Extractor, Reverse Valve) for economical drying, Avesta as the industry workhorse since the mid-1960s, and HP-ST (High Pressure Shell and Tube) with up to 400 hp blower for quick cycle times.
• Millennium Dyeing System Optimized integrated approach to dyeing that automates and integrates weighing, mixing, dispensing, filling, heating, bleaching, dyeing, and washing processes. Brings together Control Center, automated dye preparation, chemical dispensing, central charge tank, analytical instruments, and high-performance machines.
• MP6000 Machine Controller Stand-alone and network-ready machine controller providing power and speed for sophisticated dyeing machines and dryers. Features NEMA 4X waterproof cabinet rated for operation up to 120°F, real-time MMI screens, and expanded capacity for innovative process steps.
• Sentinel Controller Siemens-based controller combining power, ease of use, and worldwide support. Features a color touch screen interface and Microsoft Windows 95 operating system. Can operate as a standalone controller or integrate with the SuperTex dyehouse management system.
• SuperTex Dyehouse Management System Proven dyehouse management system with more than 120 installations worldwide. Provides machine control, procedure management, performance measurement, inventory control, and color kitchen management. Uses Oracle database technology with redundant servers and SentryLINK online global support.
• Lab and Sample Machines Scaled-down counterparts to production machines used for developing new products and procedures with reasonable assurance of duplicating results on full-size production machines. Also used for sales samples or experimental fabric evaluation by textile laboratories and R&D facilities.
• Reconditioned Equipment Sale of used and reconditioned Gaston County equipment including soft flow piece dyeing machines, Futura machines, Millennium machines, package dyeing machines, and yarn dryers. Sold directly through a dedicated representative for textile manufacturers seeking cost-effective options.
• Replacement Parts Million dollar, computer-monitored inventory of mechanical and electronic parts including pumps/blowers, heat exchangers, stainless steel parts, AC/DC motors, valves, bearings, and IC chips. Supports fast delivery and expert workmanship for both Gaston County and other manufacturers' equipment.
• Technical Support Services In-house technical support including telephone consultation, troubleshooting advice, and access to a technical knowledge base with maintenance and installation documentation for Gaston County equipment customers.
• Field Service Experienced dyeing machine technicians available to travel to customer plants for new machine startups, troubleshooting and repairs, ASME code certified welding, and machine audits.
• Process Engineering Services Process engineering staff assist with new machine start-ups, establishment of efficient process routines, and troubleshooting. The Process Engineering Center contains pilot equipment for running trials with customer yarn or fabric.
• Training Services Customized training programs tailored to specific customer needs for operating Gaston County equipment, arranged through sales representatives.
• Emergency Service 24/7 emergency support available through answering service for technical support or parts requests outside normal business hours (7:30 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern Time).
• Contract Installation Services Complete installation packages including machine delivery, set-up, piping and wiring for machines and utilities, power and electrical controls, and complete system start-up and checkout with fixed installation costs and experienced project manager supervision.
• Custom Fabrication Services Alloy fabrication services through a separate division specializing in stainless steel and other alloys. ASME code certified welders and code certified pressure vessel manufacturer.
• Repair Services Quality repair work on existing textile processing equipment including tanks, pumps, sophisticated instrumentation and controls, valves, and heat exchangers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Low liquor ratios as low as 5:1 reducing water, steam, and chemical consumption
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• H.M.Craig Metal and SupplyminorOthersAffiliated partner providing metal and supply services. Listed on the news page as an affiliated partner of Gaston County.
• ATMAminorOthersIndustry association membership. ATMA is the American Textile Machinery Association.
• ASMEminorOthersAmerican Society of Mechanical Engineers. Gaston County holds ASME code certified welding and pressure vessel manufacturing capabilities.
• AATCCminorOthersAmerican Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. Industry association for textile professionals.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Brazzoli: Italian textile dyeing machinery manufacturer with jet dyeing and package dyeing equipment for fabric and yarn, serving comparable textile mill customers in Europe and emerging markets.
• Then (Roto Systems): Chinese textile dyeing machinery manufacturer with jet dyeing, package dyeing, and continuous dyeing equipment, competing directly in emerging textile markets on price-performance.
• Benninger: Swiss textile machinery manufacturer specializing in wet processing, dyeing, and finishing equipment, providing comparable integrated solutions to textile mills worldwide.
• Thies: German textile machinery manufacturer specializing in jet, package, and beam dyeing machines, with a closely overlapping product portfolio to Gaston County's piece dyeing and package dyeing lines for global textile mills.
• ATYC: Spanish manufacturer of textile dyeing and finishing machinery for knit and woven fabrics, with overlapping jet dyeing machine offerings and similar mill customer base.
• Loris Bellini: Italian textile machinery company specializing in dyeing and finishing equipment for fabric and yarn, with comparable product range in jet and package dyeing machines.
• Hisaka Works: Japanese textile machinery manufacturer focused on jet dyeing machines and dyehouse automation systems, with a similar integrated approach to dyeing process control as Gaston County's Millennium Dyeing System.
• Fong's Industries: Hong Kong-listed textile dyeing machinery manufacturer (parent of Sclavos) offering comprehensive jet dyeing, package dyeing, and yarn dyeing equipment serving the same global textile mill customer base.
• OBEM: Italian manufacturer of textile dyeing and finishing equipment, particularly jet dyeing machines for piece goods, directly competing with Gaston County's piece dyeing machinery lines.

Broad incumbents

• Trützschler (Krantz): German textile machinery specialist (now part of Trützschler Group) with broader portfolio spanning textile finishing, dyeing, and preparation equipment, overlapping with Gaston County's wet processing machinery as part of a wider group offering.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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