The (Near) Future of Wearable Devices
After the explosive releases of everyday wearables like FitBit, Apple Watch, and Jawbone, the future of wearable technology and devices is now moving at an even more accelerated speed – to a point where wrist…
Medical and Military Applications of Exoskeleton Suits
Seen primarily in futuristic science fiction films, the development of exoskeleton suits for military and medical use is a concept that has been evolving since the creation of the first suit in 1960. An exoskeletal system…
What are Antimicrobial Textiles?
Microorganisms are microscopic organisms that can be traced back to the first signs of life on earth. While invisible to the human eye, they exist everywhere and are constantly evolving and multiplying. While some types…
Understanding SIC Codes for Manufacturing
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
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…
Levels of Intelligence in Smart Textiles
As discussed in a previous post, smart textiles are textiles specifically designed to be aware of stimulus in their surrounding biological environment; these changes are in turn designed to either improve the quality of life…
When to Choose Domestic Vs. Overseas Sewing Contractors
As we have discussed on our blog before, selecting a Contract Sewing Partner is no easy feat. Many things need to be taken into account: open, honest, and consistent communication, access to product or fabrics,…
Branding: Screen Printing and Embroidery
While working with a Contract Manufacturing Partner, it is important to make sure that they have a way to brand your products. Branding your product is an important step in the development of a new…
How do Moisture Wicking Fabrics work?
When “moisture wicking fabrics” are discussed, they are most often associated with athletic apparel wicking away sweat to keep the body cool and dry during a work out. There is no argument against the fact…
Choosing a Contract Manufacturing Partner
Deciding to outsource manufacturing can be a difficult task for any business owner. You may not realize, but there are over 6,500 contract manufacturers in the USA willing to mass ship products (and China, the…