What is Fabric Denier?
While sourcing and stocking fabrics for our durable custom products, there are many aspects we consider – woven vs. non-woven, coated vs. uncoated, textile strength, and more. While there are many units of measurement that…
5 Easy Ways to Maintain a Good Relationship with Your Sewing Contractor
Whether you are a startup or a multi-million dollar company, there are countless benefits to working with a sewing contractor – saving money you’d spend on the production machinery and allocating it to other areas…
Cooling Vests: Medical Applications and Beyond
The use of vests in the medical field has been on the rise as of late. Vests outfitted with sensors that can read precision grade metrics (we’ve seen everything from heart-rate analytics to concentration of fluid…
Reshoring your Production: How to make the move
Being a CM in the US has allowed us to work with some amazing OEMs, designers, and custom projects. “Made in the USA” is a statement we are very passionate about; we are proud to produce custom…
What Makes a Mil-Spec Textile? Here’s What Military Fabrics are Tested For
We have previously discussed what Military Grade Textiles are, and some of the features they must have in order to be considered as such. It is obvious that mil-spec textiles must boast high durability in terms of both physical…
Using Synthetic Fabrics: Nylon VS. Polyester
If our experience sourcing fabrics for innumerable styles of carrying cases has taught us anything, its that not all fabrics are created equal. In the First Responder and Military fields, textiles are put to the test of holding…
Designing Bags for The First Responder
Check out our article on High Performance EMS on the Anatomy of a First Responder Kit! For years, Fieldtex has been supplying the First Responder industry with domestically produced, high-quality bags designed specifically for their field….
How to Approach a Manufacturer with Your Idea
As a first-time OEM or start up, presenting your idea to a Contract Manufacturer can be an intimidating task. While there aren’t many reasons that a manufacturer wouldn’t work with you (aside from monetary and manufacturing capability…
Medical Grade Vs. Safety Grade Vests
Inevitably, the lines between medical and safety grade wearable garments cross. Products can be classified as medical or safety based on standards established by both the FDA for medical and ANSI for safety, respectively. Depending on…
Does your Product Need a Custom Carrying Case?
When an OEM develops a product, transportation of said product is not something that is always considered. It can be difficult to transport specialized equipment, especially if it is on the fragile side and requires…