Our Expertise: End-to-End Soft Goods Manufacturing
Merrow Manufacturing offers an unparalleled, vertically integrated approach to technical soft goods. We combine advanced materials, precision manufacturing, and our proprietary Gridstone AI—which intelligently optimizes material yield, production speed, and predictive quality assurance—to deliver exceptional solutions for your most complex challenges.
Transform Concepts into Production-Ready Solutions
Our expert team provides comprehensive design and engineering support, leveraging advanced CAD/CAM systems and Gridstone AI for optimized manufacturability and performance.
Technical Pattern Development
Advanced digital pattern making with precision grading and marker optimization for maximum material efficiency.
- 3D pattern development
- Digital grading systems
- Automated marker optimization
- Pattern engineering
Prototyping & Development
Rapid prototyping capabilities with iterative refinement for optimal performance and manufacturability.
- Quick-turn prototypes
- Material testing
- Fit validation
- Performance testing
Production Engineering
Comprehensive manufacturing process development ensuring efficient, high-quality production.
- Process optimization
- Quality control planning
- Production line setup
- Efficiency analysis
Advanced Material Processing Excellence
Our state-of-the-art cutting facility features multiple automated systems optimized for diverse materials, from delicate fabrics to high-pile technical materials.
High-Pile Cutting
Specialized equipment with 7cm clearance and powerful 3-5mm blades for thick materials like carpeting, foam, and technical composites.
- 72-inch wide tables
- 600 feet spreading capacity
- Variable vacuum control
Precision Fabric Cutting
Advanced automated systems for precise cutting of wovens, knits, and technical textiles with minimal waste.
- Multi-ply capability
- Pattern matching
- Automated nesting
Specialized Materials
Dedicated systems for processing unique materials including carbon fiber, plastics, and technical composites.
- Clean-edge technology
- Material-specific tooling
- Precision control
Cutting System Specifications
Equipment
- 10 spreading lines
- 4 automated cutters
- High-pile capability
- 3-5mm blade width
Capacity
- 72" cutting width
- 7cm material clearance
- 600ft spreading length
- Multi-ply cutting
Features
- Variable vacuum control
- Automated advancement
- Digital pattern matching
- Real-time monitoring
Materials
- Technical textiles
- Composites & foams
- Industrial materials
- Specialty fabrics
Precision Manufacturing & Assembly
With over 500 specialized sewing machines and expert operators, we deliver exceptional quality across a wide range of technical sewing applications.
Technical Construction
Specialized stitch types and construction methods for demanding applications.
- Flatlock seaming
- Activeseam® technology
- Overlock construction
- Micropurl™ finishing
Production Lines
Flexible manufacturing cells optimized for various product types and volumes.
- High-volume capability
- Custom line setups
- Quality checkpoints
- Efficiency monitoring
Specialized Applications
Advanced capabilities for unique and demanding technical applications.
- Waterproof seaming
- RF welding integration
- Complex assemblies
- Technical materials
End-to-End Supply Chain Management
Our comprehensive logistics capabilities ensure efficient material handling, inventory management, and distribution, powered by Gridstone AI for optimal supply chain performance.
Material Management
Advanced inventory systems and climate-controlled storage for diverse materials.
- Real-time tracking
- Climate control
- Batch management
- Quality verification
Production Planning
AI-powered scheduling and resource allocation for optimal efficiency.
- Demand forecasting
- Resource optimization
- Lead time reduction
- Capacity planning
Distribution Solutions
Flexible fulfillment options and comprehensive shipping capabilities.
- Global shipping
- Custom packaging
- Order tracking
- Quality control
Ready to Leverage Our Expertise?
Let's discuss how our comprehensive manufacturing capabilities can deliver the perfect solution for your specific needs.