Designing and creating 3D knit products has never been so popular. But no one teaches the technology, not even the machine builders. Many designers and companies have no idea where to start.
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then join us. We offer strategic Consulting, professional Coaching, and Online classes.
In our ‘Learning with Leaders’ Education Program, we have four tracks:
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Or . . . Join us for INTERACTIVE ZOOM Q&A - Adventures in 3D Knitting and Textiles. This series is the space to ask the questions you always wanted to be answered, the last Wednesday of each month. Space is limited. Sign up now.
Wednesday, 30 December 2020 10:00 PT
Wednesday, 27 January 2021 10:00 PT
Wednesday, 24 February 2021 10:00 PT
Wednesday, 31 March 2021 10:00 PT
Wednesday, 28 April 2021 10:00 PT
Wednesday, 26 May 2021 10:00PT
Live, Private, In-Person, or Online Video
Individual or group coaching. by the hour; project; or recurring.
Is your company building a new product or considering on-shoring?
- Hire a mentor in a customized format at your pace.
- Actively transform your action into progress towards your goals.
- Confidential conversations
- 1 on 1 advisement on tackling your unique challenges
- A variety of topics and expertise to help you increase your knowledge and company value
Questions? Email us for customized topic and agenda Connie@fabdesigns.com
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Never look at composites the same way again. Combining decades of craftsmanship with the latest textile technology, Fabdesigns, Inc. patent pending technology develops and knits custom and proprietary 3-dimensional FRP precursors and preforms to shape, which speeds lay-up, with no cutting necessary. Fabdesigns’ format precisely engineers yarns and textile variations solely where they are needed for creating load, structure, or performance mapped features which are specially engineered to create light weightstrong products.
Knitting Technology Class 1 This class is #1 in our Technology track. Chapter 1 covers the history of knititng, forming loops, parts of a needle, parts of the needle bed. Chapter 2 covers getting yarn into the machine, parts of a feeder, types of feeders and yarn devices.
Mini-Class: Traditional Textiles vs Technical Creating products is a process. Innovation is the buzz word. Companies need IP in order to get funding but many times don't understand which path they're on. This class contrasts and compares traditional path with technical product development.
Bonus Class: Proper Oiling of a Flat Knitting Machine. A little oil in the right places can make all the difference in a machine running properly, or breaking yarns, and wearing out. See how to properly oil a machine.
Where do I start?
Who needs to be involved?
What are my goals?
Is there a process?
Scoping Product Development Process
6 Part R&D Cycle - Multi-part class
How does each part affect the product?
Stages, Gates, & Deliverables
Metrics for success.
Overview of Polymers, and natural fibers
what makes some polymers preferable?
recycled materials? Natrual fibers and sustainability, the real deal. BOOKS to help you along in the Workshop
Overview of Fibers
Fiber construction and attibutes
advantages & disadvantages. BOOKS to help you along in the Workshop
Overview: What is weaving?
Machinery
Materials and weave types
BOOKS to help you along in the Workshop
Overview: What is Weft Knitting?
Building Stitches
Machinery and classification of weft knits
BOOKS to help you along in the Workshop
Overview: What is Weft Knitting?
Where are they useful?
Types of machinery
Materials and classification of warp knits
Overview: What are Non-Wovens?
Where are they typially found?
Types of machinery
Materials and classification of Non-wovens
What are Technical Fabrics?
Where are they typially found?
Types of machinery
Materials and technical classification
What are Smart Materials?
Where are they typially found?
Types of machinery
Materials and classification of components
What are Protective Materials?
Where are they typially found?
Types of machinery
Materials and classification of materials
Color mixing - digital and analog
Light, Pigment, Yarn, & Fabric
Color in Textiles: Product Positioning
Research
Demographics
The 3 P's
UX & Owning the process
Trends and tea leaves
Cross pollination
Creating a Designer's Matrix
Building a line for today's digital marketing
Overview of Copyright
Overview of Design Patent
Overview of Functional patents
FTC Wool Act
Content, Origin, Care
HTC - import explained
Creating a WIP list
Creating an agile sample making process
Pattern do/don'ts for knits -Tech packs
Classification of Fabrics
Designing with stitches
Sourcing Overview
Designing with yarn
Yarn effects
Mixing yarns in a structure
Creating a Cutter/Knitting Must
Seams, Pockets & Button holes
Designing for Manufacturing
Building a BOMB
Over View of Master patterns & Grading
Cost Sheets
Some categories of product require specific types of testing.
Introduction to working with test labs.
Building space for innovation
Sources of Inspiration
Fill the Well & Recycling Our Creativity
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