Industrial Sewing

Industrial Sewing

Industrial sewing comprises a wide range of sewing services, including but not limited to design, engineering, prototyping, fabrication, and packaging. Typically, custom-designed products to meet specifications are produced by sewing contractors. Industrial sewing is generally limited to dealing with certain kinds of fabric or products, such as bags, pouches, umbrellas, etc. Equipment used for industrial sewing can range from basic materials such as needles and scissors, to more technical equipment like computer programmable machines, riveters, stud setters, zipper fabricators, grometters, strip cutters, snap setters, heat and bag sealers, and more.

Many types of fabrics are used in industrial sewing. Vinyl-coated nylon is a lightweight, durable material that is a good choice for bags, presentation cases and industrial curtains, as it is tough and weather resistant. Neoprene and Hypalon are chemical and abrasion resistant, and are used in industrial applications. Canvas, which includes twills, soft flannels and felts, is a breathable, soft material that is used for bags and curtains, as well as many industrial applications. Industrial sewing also uses several anti-static materials for apparel in the computer and electronics industries. Other common sewing materials include suede, leather, felt, webbing, plastic, cotton, and polyester.

Industrial sewing is used by a wide range of industries. The aircraft industry, for example, uses seating, carpeting, door products, insulation blankets, and ground service covers provided by sewing contractors. Banks, retail stores, and insurance businesses utilize sewn security, transit, and courier bags. Other industries that benefit from industrial sewing include the military, transportation, casino, and healthcare industries.