When you're ready to move from a passion project to mass production, it's time to work with an industrial sewing contractor. For many startups and businesses, the various terms in the soft-good manufacturing industry can be overwhelming. Explore the differences between contract sew and cut and sew to help select a quality industrial manufacturing contractor.

Contract Sewing Floor — **Contract Sew**
**vs. Cut and Sew**

The Difference

Contract Sew vs. Cut and Sew, these two terms are used to describe different companies and techniques for commercial soft goods production. For large-order production of custom soft goods that are made in the USA, it's essential to work with a contractor who offers cut and sew services. Consider the pros and cons of these two soft good production techniques today.

What Is Contract Sew?

Contract sewing is the manufacturing process behind soft goods. Whether purchased and customized or created from raw fabric, a sewing contractor takes your design specifications and transforms it into a finished product, ready to be shipped.

Most contract sew companies operate on a large scale. Work with an industrial sewing service provider capable of creating precision soft goods to match your specifications. These specifications are turned into a tech pack for use in mass-producing your high-quality soft goods.

Some sewing contractors then use a generic soft good and modify it to create your product. While this can be a less costly way to produce soft goods, it lacks the customization needed for a revolutionary product in your industry.

What Is Cut and Sew?

Cut and sew is a related term that describes the actual manufacturing process. Some contractors only handle purchasing, customization, and delivery of your soft goods, but cut and sew contractors start with raw materials to produce unique products.

Starting from the raw materials allows your chosen contractor to completely customize the process. Consider your color options, optimal materials, and design specifications for a product that stands out.

This process is typically reserved for medium- and large-scale production. The preparation required for a custom manufacturing process can be very costly for a small production volume. Discuss your production goals with your contractor to see if this process is suitable for your volume of soft goods.

How To Compare Contractors

You can't create a unique product if your industrial manufacturing contractor doesn't offer custom manufacturing. Discuss the process and identify industry-leading companies such as CustomFab USA that offer this service.

Next, consider working with a domestic manufacturer. Products that are made in the USA come with fewer supply chain concerns and logistical considerations.

Ask about the design process. Some contractors require highly detailed tech packs with three-dimensional drawings, a detailed bill of materials, and other information. Other contractors are willing to work with your sketches and dreams and help you create a tech pack before production begins.

Finally, ask about the quality assurance procedures of your chosen contractor. Whether you're creating luggage, medical or military products, you need a team who understands the necessity of consistent quality. You need to start with a single, quality product and choose a team capable of mass-producing it with strict quality assurance.

Choose CustomFab USA for cut and sew industrial sewing. Prepare for large-scale manufacturing of soft goods that are made in the USA. Contact us today to learn more about our process and see how you can turn your passion project into a mass-produced reality.