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The Iwan Simonis Group gathers 3 companies who share a common heritage of fine craftsmanship combined with the latest manufacturing processes. Each of their brands are the Word’s leading ones in their field.
SALUC S.A.
Billiard balls
The World’s Standard. Mastered through a Century of Fine Belgian Craftsmanship.
Founded in 1923 in Callenelle in Belgium, Saluc S.A. created the brand Aramith. Made of 100% High-Density phenolic resins, Aramith billiard balls ensure uniform density and weight distribution throughout the ball for unmatched performances and durability
www.aramith.com
WSP TEXTILES Ltd.
Snooker, English pool and Heyball cloth
The Cloth that Defined the Game. Crafted in England since 1890
Founded in 1890 in Stroud in the West of England, Strachan Cloth is manufactured by WSP Textiles. Made of 100% pure Merino wool, Strachan invented the breakthrough manufacturing technique known as the nap, a permanent directional finish on the surface of the cloth. This nap is the signature of all Strachan cloths and offers unrivalled ball control, speed and precision.
www.strachan.co
WSP TEXTILES Ltd.
Tennis felt
The World’s Leading Quality Tennis Felt. Made in England since 1759
Playne’s is WSP’s dedicated tennis brand, with a heritage dating back to 1759 when the Playne family acquired mills in the Stroud valleys. From these mills, modern woven tennis felt was first developed, forming the foundation of the brand’s long-standing expertise in tennis materials.
www.playnes.com
IWAN SIMONIS S.A.
American pool, Carom and Pyramid cloth
The World’s Reference. Pioneered in Belgium since 1680.
Founded in 1680 in Verviers in Belgium, Iwan Simonis SA created the brand Simonis Cloth. Made from the highest quality wools, Simonis’ non-directional worsted cloth offer the best combination of ball speed and control, with an optimal durability for a unique playing experience