After being stranded twice by broken starter cords, founder and CEO Paul Abell built Diamond Performance Ltd. around durable consumer products that keep small engines and essential footwear in service. The company’s Diamondcord starter cord and Diamondlace boot laces are made in the USA and backed by a no-hassle lifetime guarantee, with independent testing showing Diamondcord averaging more than 1.4 million pulls and Diamondlace lasting over 200,000 cycles.
The Better BungeeKnown for its patented polyurethane blend, The Better Bungee is a U.S. maker of durable bungee cords and straps for everyday securing jobs. Its products stretch safely to twice their original length, resist UV exposure and harsh chemicals, and are backed by a lifetime guarantee when used as directed.325211ZIONSVILLE, PA
Grip-Flex CorporationGrip-Flex Corporation grew from William J. Lowney’s early-1950s patented military boot band into a Philadelphia manufacturer of uniform braid and cord accessories. The family business makes its products in America, developing braided trimmings and uniform accessories under one roof so colors match across a finished uniform. With more than 50 years in the trade, it serves military, public-safety, performance and institutional customers with made-to-specification work.315990PHILADELPHIA, PA
All American Power Cord CoverBorn from an Ohio boater’s frustration with cord covers that faded and failed within two years, All American Power Cord Cover makes marine power-cord covers for boats ranging from small watercraft to mega-yachts. Its premium covers use U.S.-made materials and are assembled by U.S. veterans, with Sunbrella marine fabric, a 10-year warranty, and custom sizing and colors available. The company also offers a more economical dock-style cover backed by a five-year warranty.
The Paracord StoreFamily-owned and operated in Pennsylvania, The Paracord Store has served paracord users since 2009, when it became one of the earliest online stores devoted to the craft. Its hallmark is a straightforward insistence on American-made nylon cord and lasting “customer for life” relationships, serving both small project makers and paracord businesses.314994MEADOWBROOK, PA