Weathering the Storm: How Wazoodle Fabrics Guarantees Uninterrupted Supply in an Uncertain World
In a world where the only constant seems to be change, businesses and consumers alike are seeking stability and reliability. Recent disruptions in the global supply chain, such as the unprecedented dry season affecting the Panama Canal, have sent ripples through international commerce. However, for clients of AKAS Tex and Wazoodle Fabrics, there’s a reassuring constant: our commitment to quality, sustainability, and domestic production ensures that we remain unaffected by these global challenges.
Part 1: Unleashing U.S. Manufacturing Power with Tanya Wade: A Deep Dive into Sustainable Manufacturing and Brand Growth
In this insightful deep dive, we explore sustainable manufacturing and brand growth in the textile industry with Tanya Wade. Discussing U.S. manufacturing’s benefits and potential, we shed light on the intricacies of this thriving industry. We highlight the value of sustainable, eco-friendly fabrics and the significance of domestic manufacturing in fostering a greener future. This conversation demystifies the complex landscape of textile production and manufacturing, offering insights into the practical aspects such as sourcing materials, understanding the roles of pattern makers and designers, and managing cost considerations. We underscore the services of the Manufacturing Solutions Center and the Sewn Goods Workshop that guide entrepreneurs through this journey. Ultimately, it’s not just about the economy but also about our ethical responsibility to build a sustainable future. The U.S. textile industry, armed with eco-friendly practices, is ready for this challenge.
Part 2: Unleashing U.S. Manufacturing Power with Tanya Wade: A Deep Dive into Sustainable Manufacturing and Brand Growth
In this second part of our insightful conversation with Tanya Wade from the Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC) and the Carolina Textile District (CTD), we dive deeper into the world of sustainable manufacturing and brand growth. Wade highlights the importance of harnessing sustainable, US-made fabrics to create products that are kind to our planet and beneficial for our economy. We discuss the skills gap in traditional trades and how the MSC and CTD bridge this gap by integrating traditional craft with innovative technologies. Wade also elucidates the differences between home and industrial sewing machines, emphasizing the value of understanding these complexities for those involved in manufacturing. Finally, we explore the collaborative work MSC and CTD does with partners like Wazoodle Fabrics, emphasizing the importance of efficient and effective cooperation in the field of sustainable production. This blog is a must-read for those keen on understanding and participating in the sustainable manufacturing landscape in the US.
A Gathering of Innovation: TechTextil North America
TechTextil North America is an eminent event designed to unify the technical textiles and nonwovens sector within an innovative environment. As attendees, we at AKAS Textiles found it an excellent space to foster collaboration, exchange ideas, and build relationships...
EXIM Bank President & Chair Reta Jo Lewis Visits AKAS
Export-Import Bank of the United States President and Chair Reta Jo Lewis Marks First 100 Days at EXIM At the AKAS Textiles Factory in Bensalem, PA. Chair Lewis and EXIM staff toured AKAS Textiles, a minority and woman-owned family business in Bensalem, Penn. that has...
Exporter of the Year: How AKAS Tex Won The Award
Winning the Exporter of the Year 2021 award from the Export-Import Bank of the United States is a big deal. It means you’ve done an excellent job of creating jobs on U.S. soil and facilitating exports, and boosting our economy.
What You Need to Keep in Mind When Choosing Fabric for Furniture
Today’s blog will teach you what you need to keep in mind when choosing fabric for furniture. We’ll discuss factors like durability, style, and color and considerations like fade resistance or allergies.
Everything You Need to Know About Food Safe Fabric
Selecting the right food-safe fabric for storing edible goods is critical to ensuring that no one gets sick from the food stored inside that fabric. But how do you know what’s safe vs. what isn’t?
8 Reasons Why You Should Purchase Fabric Made in the USA
Purchasing American-made fabric boosts the economy, benefits the environment, stands up for human rights, and increases our independence as a nation. That’s not to mention the quality or cost of the fabric.
AKAS Tex Increases Knitting Capacity to Fulfil Overwhelming Demand
We are proud to announce that AKAS Tex has significantly increased its knitting capacity. Due to the overwhelming demand for fabrics used in face masks and surgical gowns, we have increased our manufacturing capacity by almost 35%. By mid-year 2020 the demand for...