About Us

Alnet (Pty) Ltd was established in 1963. Operating in diverse markets, Alnet has become one of the largest manufacturers of synthetic textiles, netting and cordage globally.

Alnet's head office and factory are situated in Cape Town, with branches spread throughout Southern Africa.

Alnet manufactures and markets a wide range of products tailor made for the Retail, Building & Construction, Fishing, Aquaculture, Agricultural and Industrial sectors. A large range of cordage is manufactured from different materials; these include braids, twines and ropes packaged in hanks and reels are made for various sectors and markets.

Due to the quality and versatility of the Alnet product range it has proven to be highly sought after in South Africa as well as worldwide. Alnet shade cloth products are made from a combination of high‐density polyethylene (HDPE) monofilament and tape, extruded by Alnet and thereafter knitted on Raschel knitting machines. All the shade‐related products are UV stabilized to withstand harsh weather conditions.