Founded in 1924, Teknor Apex Company is a privately owned material science business. It is an international custom compounder of advanced polymer materials. The company also focuses on vinyl, thermoplastic elastomer and engineered thermoplastic materials. Teknor Apex Company is one of the largest manufacturers of garden hoses in the United States. In addition, it operates a plant in China, Teknor Apex (Suzhou) Advanced Polymer Compounds Company. The company operates vinyl, chemical, specialty compounding, and lawn and garden divisions. Teknor Apex Company maintains a staff of more than 2,000 individuals in over five locations in the U.S., as well as Singapore and the United Kingdom. It operates a subsidiary, Chem Polymer. The company serves clients in the automotive, construction, medical and industrial markets. Teknor Apex Company offers products under the Apex, Flexalloy and Vidux brands.