Soft Goods Design & Engineering
Fieldtex provides end-to-end soft goods design and engineering for medical, military, and industrial products that demand precision, durability, and repeatable quality. Our in-house team supports OEMs from early concept through production handoff, with a strong focus on function, manufacturability, and compliance.
As an experienced soft goods designer and US-based manufacturer, Fieldtex helps clients turn ideas into production-ready soft goods that perform as intended in real operating conditions.
What sets us apart:
- Integrated design, engineering, and manufacturing under one roof
- Deep experience in medical and defense applications
- Prototype-to-production support with full documentation
- ISO-certified quality systems and regulated industry focus
Industry Leader
Soft Goods Design & Engineering at Fieldtex
Fieldtex delivers industrial design for soft goods with a practical, manufacturing-first mindset. Our engineers and designers work closely with customers to define product requirements, select suitable materials, and develop patterns that scale cleanly into production.
We support both new product development and redesign projects. That includes medical soft goods design, load-bearing textile products, protective cases, sewn enclosures, and complex assemblies that require tight tolerances and repeatable build quality.
Our team brings decades of hands-on experience across regulated and high-performance environments. With an 86,000-square-foot facility and more than 125 skilled operators, we design with real production constraints in mind from day one.
Capabilities snapshot:
Concept Development
Soft goods concept development.
CAD Pattern Design
CAD-based pattern design and grading.
Material Selection
Material and hardware selection.
DFM
Design for manufacturability (DFM).
Prototyping
Soft goods prototyping and sampling.
Transition Support
Transition support from prototype to production.
Our Soft Goods Design Process
From design to delivery, we maintain high standards at every stage of the production process. Each step is handled in-house, so projects move forward with consistency, accuracy, and control.
Design & Engineering
We start by understanding how the product needs to function in real use. Our team reviews load points, wear areas, access needs, and handling requirements before patterns are created.
- CAD/CAM pattern development and grading
- Material selection based on use and durability
- Prototyping and sampling
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM) review
Production & Machinery
Once designs are finalized, production moves forward using industrial equipment built for precision and repeatability. Our operators support both standard and heavy-duty construction needs.
- Juki, Consew, and Singer industrial sewing machines
- Walking foot machines for thick and layered materials
- 301, 401, and 504 stitch patterns
- Automated cutting and material handling
Quality & Inspection
Quality checks are built into every stage of production to help products meet specification and performance requirements. Final inspections confirm consistency before shipment.
- ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system
- ISO 13485:2016 compliance for medical products
- FDA registered facility (3010164139)
- In-process and final inspections
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Fieldtex for Soft Goods Design
Decades of hands-on manufacturing experience, integrated teams, and proven quality systems support complex soft goods programs from concept through production.
US-Based Manufacturing Since 1973
Over 50 years of domestic soft goods manufacturing experience supporting long-term programs and repeat production.
Scale of Operation
An 86,000-square-foot facility with 125+ operators, industrial sewing equipment, and capacity to support small batches through large production runs.
Military & Medical Specialization
Experience supporting defense and medical programs, including Berry Amendment requirements and ISO 13485 standards for regulated products.
Quality Certifications
ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management systems with in-process and final inspections built into production.
Trusted by Major OEMs
A proven manufacturing partner for organizations such as L3 Harris, the U.S. Coast Guard, and Fortune 500 OEMs.
Full-Service Manufacturing
Design, production, and fulfillment are managed in-house from start to finish.
Certified Quality You Can Trust
Fieldtex operates under ISO 9001 quality systems and maintains FDA registration for medical manufacturing. Our quality team supports documentation, inspection protocols, and traceability aligned with regulated industry expectations.
This level of process control supports soft goods medical design projects and long-term OEM partnerships.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality management system certification.
FDA Registered
Facility Registration Number: 3010164139.
Berry Amendment Compliant
Supporting critical military and defense applications.
Market Expertise
Industries We Serve
Soft good manufacturing support for regulated, high-performance, and mission-critical applications.
Military & Defense
We design and manufacture rugged soft goods, including tactical load systems, transport cases, protective covers, and deployment-ready bags, all built for field conditions.
Medical & Healthcare
Our team produces sewn medical soft goods such as protective covers, cases, packs, and wearable components used to support medical devices and equipment.
Aerospace
We manufacture sewn solutions like equipment protection, cargo-secure products, soft cases, and safety items used with sensitive aerospace tools.
Industrial & Commercial
We support industrial and commercial customers with sewn safety products, handling solutions, custom covers, and protective soft goods used in daily operations.
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Request a QuoteDiscuss Your Manufacturing Requirements
Speak with our production team about your materials, specifications, and timelines.
Why Contact Fieldtex?
- Free quote within 24 hours
- No minimum order quantities
- NDA protection available
- Expert consultation included
Contact Information
Phone: 1-800-772-4816
Email: sales@fieldtex.com
Address:
86,000 sq. ft. facility
Upstate New York, USA
Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST