Some Interesting Facts About The Fabrics Industry

Many people don’t even think about the massive fabrics industry behind the materials they use for upholstery, clothes, bedding and linen. However, these manufacturers are hard at work in a tough industry, supplying thousands of tons of materials we need to satisfy our insatiable appetite for stunning materials and fabrics.   To shine a spotlight on the fabrics industry, we’ve compiled few interesting facts and figures about the industry that you might not have known about. To start with, the global textile and garment industry, including luxury fashions, textile, clothing and footwear exceeds $3000 trillion. That is quite a chunk of change.   The world’s need for textiles manufactured using organically grown cotton exceeded more than $5 billion in 2010 alone. In the same year, China’s textile sector processed more than 40 million tons of fibre, which account for upwards of 50% of the world’s entire production. At the same time, Italy, Germany and the UK remain the largest fashion markets in Europe, with regards to consumption.  

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  We are one of the leaders in South Africa’s fabrics industry, with a history dating back to 1990. Since our inception, we’ve grown into a top fabric and textile manufacturer, with more than 25 years of experience. Our team brings decades of training skill, and experience to the marketplace, priding ourselves in providing the best service, quality, and competitive pricing. Our employees work hard to always raise the standards of excellence in the industry.   Over the years, we have offered our products to heavy industries such as mining and manufacturing, and also service more delicate sectors such as the art and fashion industries. We specialise in manufacturing industrial fabrics for use in applications as diverse as curtaining, outdoor, filtration materials, upholstery, art materials and lining. Wave It is also known for supplying quality polyester material for use in tenting, and also supply 100% cotton canvas for durable-use items including personal protective clothing.