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….
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…
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…
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…
Look around: It is likely something in your room is made of vinyl. This man-made substance is the second largest manufactured plastic in the world (send only to Polyethylene), and was initially developed by engineers who wanted to…
Some of the most versatile materials that we work with as a Contract Manufacturer are web straps and web strap assemblies. Working with web straps for over 30 years has helped us perfect the art of numerous…
As a first-time OEM with a big idea, the product development process can be intimidating. New Product Development (NPD) is, to put it simply, the process any OEM must go through to bring their product to…
While developing wearable medical tech, the technologies interaction with the body is entirely dependent on how it is worn. Wearable home health-tech is on the rise – especially for the baby-boomer generation – and new…
We have previously touched on the extensive research you should do while choosing a Contract Manufacturing Partner, and what features we think are most beneficial for your manufacturing process. One of the most crucial steps in…
Textile durability and the application of high strength textiles is a topic covered regularly on our blog, including anything from tarp to Cordura. These high-resilience textiles are ideal for First Responder, military, and personal protection applications, as…