SIC 2394 Canvas and Related Products

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SIC 2394

This category covers establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing awnings, tents, and related products from purchased fabrics. Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing canvas bags are classified under SIC 2393: Textile Bags.

NAICS CODE(S)

314912

Canvas and Related Product Mills

Approximately 1,535 companies operated in this category in 2004, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Most companies primarily producing canvas and related products were small, with approximately 80 percent having fewer than 20 employees. The industry employed 19,499 workers in 2004, down slightly from 19,681 in 2000. Payroll for all employees in 2002 totaled more than a half billion dollars. California, Florida, and New York had the highest concentration of establishments in this industry.

The canvas and related products industry has become more of a custom industry since the 1950s, offering more colors than the well-known khaki or green. After growing steadily throughout the late 1990s, due to the booming U.S. economy, shipment values for canvas and related products made from cotton, nylon, polyester, and other industrial materials declined from a one-time peak of $1.68 billion in 2000 to $1.59 billion a year later. However, the industry segment rebounded in the early 2000s, climbing steadily to $2.60 billion in 2005.

Some of the top canvas products are awnings, non-camping tents, fitted tarpaulins, camping tents, flat tarpaulins, and sails. The industry also produces goods such as fabric roofs for sports arenas, canvas bags, and customized carry cases for electronic items.

Among companies whose primary business was the manufacture of canvas and related products, American Recreation Products Inc. (St. Louis, Missouri) had 2003 sales of $90.6 million; Birdair Inc. (Buffalo, New York) had sales of $73 million; Hoover Industries Inc. (Miami, Florida) had estimated sales of $39 million; North Sails Group Inc. (Milford, Connecticut) had sales of $35 million; and Anchor Industries Inc. (Evansville, Indiana) had sales of $25 million.

An important new product is a flexible fabric side, called a curtainsider, for truck trailers. Synthetic textiles that resemble canvas but are cheaper and easier to clean are among other innovations. The more expensive, true canvas is still offered for consumers who desire a more durable product and are...