The sock industry is highly competitive. It’s important to choose a manufacturer that produces socks of the highest quality at an affordable price. You should also look for a factory that offers a minimum order quantity that suits your needs.
A sock factory has various knitting machines to produce different types of socks. These include flat and circular machines. Flat machines are great for creating knitted goods that don’t require seams. They are also good for producing patterned socks with intricate designs and patterns. Circular machines are more commonly used to make functional socks, such as compression or running socks. They have the ability to incorporate special yarns that help with specific functions, such as moisture wicking or blister protection.
Socks manufacturing process
The first step in creating a new sock design is to have it created by a professional product designer. This will allow you to create digital files that are ready for the socks factory to use. Once the design is complete, the factory will code the pattern into a format that the machine can read. This is known as “pattern coding.”
Once the sock is finished, it will be washed and boarded in an automatic boarding machine. This process helps to keep the sock’s shape so that it can be easily paired and packaged. The socks will then be private labelled with your choice of hang tags or bands.
The final steps in sock production are to package the socks and ship them to your customers. Be sure to discuss the shipping method, customs procedures (if applicable) and any additional costs with your manufacturer before starting the bulk production.