Seam construction
FLATLOCK vs OVERLOCK for Technical Knitwear
Compare seam profile, stitch types 607 and 514, garment applications, testing considerations and the seam information buyers should include in a tech pack.
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Technical Knitwear Guides
Production guidance on seam construction, tech packs, testing and OEM evaluation for cut-and-sew performance knitwear.
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Technical decisions, explained for buyers
Technical seam construction
Industrial FLATLOCK vs Merrow ACTIVESEAM for Cut-and-Sew Technical Knitwear
Compare industrial FLATLOCK and Merrow ACTIVESEAM as separate low-profile seam systems, including machine references, thread configurations, garment applications and approval requirements.
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Tech pack development
What to Include in a Tech Pack for Technical Knitwear
Define fabric, POMs, tolerances, seams, components, testing and approvals, with illustrative measurement and BOM examples and a demonstration PDF.
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Supplier evaluation
How to Evaluate a Vertically Integrated Knitwear OEM
Verify legal and production scope, process ownership, fabric controls, technical capability, quality evidence, traceability and project-level capacity.
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Supplier comparison
Top 5 OEM/ODM Sportswear Manufacturers in China for Mid-Sized Brands (2026)
Compare Athletik, HUCAI, SANSANSUN, INGORSPORTS and Bellasports by product fit, public MOQ signals, construction capabilities and evidence limitations.
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Quality control
Garment Quality Control Checklist for Technical Knitwear
Incoming fabric checks, in-line inspection, AQL sampling, final inspection, needle control and QC documentation for technical knitwear programs.
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Built around cut-and-sew performance knitwear
Construction decisions
Compare stitch types, seam profiles, garment applications and approval criteria.
Tech pack preparation
Define fabric, measurement, seam, testing and sample-approval requirements clearly.
OEM evaluation
Review process ownership, production controls, traceability and project fit.
Quality control
Incoming checks, in-line controls, AQL sampling, final inspection and documentation.
Project-specific review
Apply the guidance to an actual product
Send the intended use, fabric specification, garment drawing or tech pack, order quantity and required testing for a construction review.