History - Since 1792, when Samuel Slater established the first American textile mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, this area has had a rich tradition in the textile industry. The same spirit of innovation that inspired Slater to develop manufacturing techniques for spinning yarn is carried on today at Murdock Webbing. Founded in 1936, not far from Slater's original mill, Murdock Webbing began as a small company with only ten employees and two looms. Over sixty-six years later we have grown from two looms to two mills, and employ over 200 people. Quality products, dependable delivery, and excellence in customer service are the principles on which Murdock has grown. With patented innovations and specialty products, Murdock continues to improve upon the tradition.