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In the ever-evolving world of manufacturing, OEMs constantly seek cutting-edge materials that push the boundaries of strength, durability, and performance. As a leading webbing manufacturer with over a century of expertise, Sturges Manufacturing has consistently delivered exceptional solutions to established OEMs. Today, we dive into the realm of Vectran® fiber, an extraordinary material that has …

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Kevlar® is a well-known yarn in the textile industry due to its popular characteristics. Thanks to its exceptional strength and fire resistant properties, it has found its way into various industries ranging from firefighting and fall protection to military and aerospace. As a Kevlar® webbing manufacturer with over 115 years of experience, we wanted to …

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Webbing testing and product verification play a crucial role in the industries we serve, including Firefighting, Fall Protection, Parachute, Aerospace, and more. At Sturges, not only do we design and manufacture our webbing and sewn products, but we conduct extensive testing to ensure adherence to numerous industry standards. At our U.S. manufacturing facility, we take …

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As a webbing manufacturer, it is important to know which fibers and materials are best for specific applications. One yarn that is used in webbing manufacturing is Nomex®. In this blog post, we’ll discuss its applications, strengths, weaknesses, and the finishes we offer to enhance its performance. What is Nomex® Fiber? Nomex® is a meta-aramid …

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With technology constantly changing and improving, it can be challenging to identify which type of industrial fiber is best suited for particular projects. At Sturges Manufacturing, we pride ourselves on our extensive knowledge of materials as well as the different characteristics and benefits of each type of webbing yarn.  To give you confidence in making …

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For Firefighters, having the right gear is paramount to ensuring their safety while protecting citizens from dangerous fires. Fire equipment involves many different elements – Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs), helmets, suspenders, goggles, boots, gloves, pants, and jackets are just a few of the critical pieces needed for firefighters to safely do their job.  What often …

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In the Fall Protection industry, few things are as important and highly prioritized as safety at height. Whether working on a telephone pole or a roof many stories above the ground, creating a safe environment for the worker is crucial. In order to meet the unique needs of the industry, Leading Edge Self Retracting Lifelines (SRLs) were …

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