With the development of medical wearable diagnostic and analytic devices on the rise, so comes the rise of wearable medical therapy devices. These are devices that not only collect and analyze data, but also respond…
When designing a medical device for mass production and distribution, it is important to keep in mind that there is a more intensive process than the development, sourcing, and production. Before being put to use…
While working with a client to bring a project from prototype to production – be it a carrying case, a medical holster, a medical pouch, or even a medical vest – sourcing fabrics is an essential…
While most are familiar with wearable fitness monitors, wearables in the medical field are taking off for further integrated home healthcare. New medical wearable garments file for FDA approval and patents daily, with the goal…
Companies across industries—whether in aerospace, healthcare, the armed forces, or advanced instrumentation—often require textile-based components that are custom-made, high-quality, and built to spec. That’s where cut and sew services come in. This article explores what cut and sew manufacturing is,…
The term “military grade” is a broad term that can be used in reference to the quality of a product or even the materials used to develop said product. A basic definition is “environmental worthiness…
Perhaps the latest smart textile revolution is the integration of nanotechnology into textile development. Nanotechnology is the study and application of science and technology at the nanoscale, which is comparable to the size of 1…
If you’re developing sewn goods for medical or performance applications, antimicrobial functionality is no longer optional—it’s expected. Whether you’re designing surgical components, hospital textiles, or athletic apparel, selecting the right antimicrobial fabric is critical to performance, compliance,…
The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) system, established in the United States in 1937, remains a crucial tool for classifying industries. Governed by a four-digit code, this system aids government agencies in sorting, comparing, and analyzing…
Color change textiles, otherwise known as chromic or chameleon textiles in the medical textile industry, are fabrics that change color when influenced by external stimuli. To create the transformative textile, the fabric is soaked in…