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The Benefits of Clothing Manufacturing in America

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You want to be patriotic and buy clothing made in the USA, but more than that, you want the best quality your money can buy. Sometimes it can be difficult to find an article of clothing with a label that says Made in the USA. During the 1960s, about 95 percent of apparel worn in the U.S. was made here. After years of bad trade agreements and recessions, 97 percent of clothing was made overseas. Due to the decline in capital and a qualified workforce, many companies sent their business off-shore. There has been a resurgence of American-made products in recent years, and more to come with improved trade agreements between the USA and other countries. There are well over 100,000 textile mills throughout the United States. The fabrics turned out to range from cotton, wool, silk, and other natural fibers, to a gamut of synthetic fabrics. Designer clothing companies have a multitude of American-made fabrics to choose from. See More :  Trends in Apparel Production Industry Skills Required...

How can you improve your clothing line and improve relationships with manufacturers of clothing

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  It requires a quality-conscious entrepreneur to establish and sustain an established clothing business. The best quality product can be made through meticulous development of the product, excellent relations with suppliers as well as working with a reliable manufacturing company. But it can be difficult to know where to begin in a quandary about where to begin and how to make these changes. We aid brands like yours to be more successful from the beginning, and these are the top areas we've identified as the most promising areas for growth or new fashion products. Learn more here! See More :  Understanding Six Sigma Application in Apparel Industry 1. THOROUGH PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT An extensive program for product development can protect your company from costly expenses and issues with quality later on. Many clothing companies expect to receive comprehensive tech sheets and plans on how each product will be created. How do you go from idea to finished product with a high degree...

Understanding Six Sigma Application in Apparel Industry

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Since its introduction during the 1980s, Six Sigma has revolutionized the way that manufacturers look at their business.   Even though clothing producers in the USA are yet to fully capitalize on the benefits Six Sigma fully has to offer, the situation appears to be shifting.   With the increasing emphasis on every aspect of manufacturing, marketing the quality of control and consumer service Applying Six Sigma's rigorous methodological approach to the garment business seems like a natural suit.   Here are a few of the reasons that this intriguing management approach is perfectly suited for the apparel industry. See More :  5 Trendy Fashion Fabric Patterns Clothes FactoryA Scientific Approach Six Sigma is founded in the idea that each aspect of business operations is measurable, defined as well as improved and monitored.   This approach -- also known as the DMAIC approach -- forms the basis for organizational thinking in Six Sigma.   Specialists in this rev...

Trends in Apparel Production Industry

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Manufacturing of clothing in the USA has been severely changed by automated processes, which has led to many factories in the apparel industry moving out of the country or to different countries.   The only thing that has not been affected and , in actual fact, has thrived is high-quality, defect-free clothing.   To maintain their competitive edge, manufacturers of apparel located in New York must stay up on trends in the industry.   Here are a few trends to be aware of. See More:  Skinny Jeans For Muscular Legs On Guys Labor Changes in China China has been the dominant player in the world of textiles for many years however, this has been slowly changing because of two reasons.   The first is that Chinese employees are seeking higher living conditions and wages.   The second reason is that countries with lower costs are consuming their market. As a result, China has seen its market share shrink to countries such as Bangladesh and Pakistan which will likely ...

Fabric singles can make or break soft T-shirts

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What are Fabric Singles? The hand-feel of the fabric is a key factor in deciding which t-shirt you should buy.   It is important to consider the materials used in clothing making. The number of fibers used in clothing is known as'singles'.   How do singles affect the feel of clothes? This blog will explore singles, their origins, how they are made and how they can make soft tees. We also discuss some products that use high thread counts to create super soft tees. The Making of Singles Singles refer to the individual threads used to weave clothing fabric.   They are basically the result of spinning cotton, or other materials, into a thread that is used to make fabric.   Because they provide the foundation for the fabric's feel and quality, singles are essential in all types of clothing. Clothing companies will often refer to the number of singles in descriptions of their clothing items.   If you see a description that says "24 Singles", "30 Singles", or ...