Power in partnership

By Chloe Stambaugh, Leister. 

Learn how these two industry leaders are working together to build a more sustainable future. 

Leister and Seaman Corporation are both well known in their respective fields. Leister plastic and heat welding technologies are known to be some of the most innovative in the world. As for the Seaman Corporation, they have over 75 years as a leading name in the coated textiles industry. Additionally, their team is incredibly dedicated to sustainable business practices and reports more than 110 tons of materials recycled each month! 

Together, these incredible businesses have come together for a partnership that brings together their values of durability, efficiency and responsible use of resources. This was recently on display during a visit at the beginning of 2025. 

Joint training for joint strength 

In January 2025, Scott O’Malley and Maya Innis from Leister met with the XR® Geomembrane team from the Seaman Corporation for a practice-based exchange. The focus was on extensive product demos and training sessions with the UNIDRIVE 500, the WELDPLAST 605 and the tried-and-tested TRIAC ST. Employees from the Roof Systems and Industrial Fabrics divisions were also present. Specific applications were discussed together, experiences were exchanged, and the possible practical applications of Leister devices were explained. 

Trust through partnership and cooperation 

The result: More knowledge, closer dialog, common goals.  

Both companies were able to broaden their expertise and clearly sharpen their messages – with quality, durability and environmental awareness as unifying values. This also benefits our joint customers through better service, greater expertise and even more targeted solutions. Leah Tieche, Marketing Communications Manager Industrial Fabrics at Seaman, sums it up, “It was a pleasure to meet Scott and Maya and learn more about Leister products. Their insights were incredibly valuable and we really appreciate the time they took. “ 

Shaping the future: Focus on sustainability 

The visit was the starting point for further joint training initiatives and the expansion of our collaboration. Because one thing is clear: If you want to take responsibility for the future, you need strong partners by your side.  

Leister and Seaman are treading this path together – with expertise, dedication and a clear goal: sustainable solutions for the geosynthetics industry. 

Original article and photo source: Leister