Gehring-Tricot Corporation is a leading US manufacturer of warp knits, circular knits, and stretch woven fabrics. Now entering its fourth generation, this veteran-owned, diverse, vertically integrated operation maintains manufacturing facilities in New York and Massachusetts.
As the world continues to change, fabric technologies become more intricate and demanding. Since 1946, this family-owned company has evolved with the times, and continues to provide custom engineered textile solutions for a variety of industries. Its reputation is built on innovation, precision manufacturing, quality control, hands-on technical assistance, and customer service. Over the years, this privately held company has enhanced its capabilities, establishing it as an industry leader in providing a unique vision for producing cutting-edge knit and woven fabrics.
Gehring-Tricot Products
- Warp Knit Fabrics (filament and spun fibers)
- Construction Categories
- D3™ Spacer Fabrics
- Mesh & Nettings
- Rigid Knits
- Stretch Knits
- Suede (Stretch & Stable)
- Unbroken Loop (UBL)
- Embossed.
- Performance Qualities
- Flame Resistant
- High Visibility
- Electrostatic Dissipative (ESD)
- Military (including MIL-SPEC)
- Antimicrobial
- Wicking
- Water Repellent
- Circular Knit Fabrics
- Construction Categories
- D3™ Spacer Fabrics
- Rigid Knits
- Stretch Knits
- Suede (stretch & stable)
- Embossed
- Tubular (including body size)
- Jacquard
- Open Width
- Jersey & Interlock
- Performance Qualities
- Flame Resistant
- Military (including MIL-SPEC)
- Antimicrobial
- Wicking
- Water Repellent
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- Stretch Woven Fabrics – Tweave Division
- Product Lines: Trademark brands available in a range of weights and containing up to 50% spandex, available at low minimums.
- Durastretch® - A range of stretch wovens manufactured to stringent technical specifications
- Duratech® - A line of high tenacity stretch wovens, some incorporating Cordura® yarns
- Durasense™ - A quality line of stretch wovens perfect for more fashion/price-driven applications.
- Targeted End-use Applications:
- Activewear
- Outerwear
- Military / Tactical Applications
- Shapewear
- Sportswear
- Industrial Applications
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Gehring-Tricot Capabilities
- Research & Development– The cornerstone of Gehring-Tricot Corporation for nearly 70 years.
- Generational knowledge with long-term employee base
- Industry crossover opportunities
- Acquisition of circular knit and stretch woven equipment and expertise
- Wide variety of filament and spun yarns using over 250 yarn variations
- Nylon
- Polyester
- Spandex
- Performance yarns – aramids, glass, carbon, rayon, silk, wool, and many more
- "Think-tank" mentality of manufacturing team
- Extensive partnerships with key customers
- Knitting and weaving under one umbrella ensures no bias as to what products work best for an application
- Dyeing & Finishing Capabilities
- Experience with custom and traditional warp and circular knits, wovens, nonwovens, naturals and synthetics in a wide range of weights and constructions
- Dyeing Equipment – Computerized beam, jet, and beck dyeing equipment in various sizes and capacities
- Dry finishing with nappers, shears, and sueders
- Tenter frames up to 185" wide
- Preparation of lab dips and custom finishes
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- Testing Capabilities
- Abrasion Resistance (ASTM D4966 Martindale)
- Air Permeability (ASTM D737)
- Burst Strength (ASTM D3786 Mullens & D3787 Scott)
- Cold Water Bleed (AATCC 107)
- Colorfastness to Crocking (AATCC 8)
- Colorfastness to Laundering (AATCC 61)
- Colorfastness to Perspiration (AATCC 15)
- Construction (ASTM D3887)
- Elongation/Recovery (ASTM D4964)
- Flammability (NFPA 701)
- Light Fastness (AATCC 16E)
- Random Tumble Pilling (ASTM D3512)
- Shade Tolerance (AATCC Evaluation Procedure 1)
- Shrinkage (AATCC 135)
- Sublimation (AATCC 117)
- Tensile Strength (ASTM D5034 Grab Method)
- Water Repellency (AATCC 22)
- Weight (ASTM D3776 Option C)
- Width (ASTM D3774 Option C)
- Commission Services – Available on an "a-la-carte" basis
- Warp Knitting
- Dyeing – Jet and Beam
- Tentering
- Dry Finishing
- Inspection
- Warehousing
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Gehring-Tricot Equipment
- Tricot Machinery
- Raschel Machinery
- Double-Needle Bar Raschel Spacer Machines
- Fine Gauge Knitting Machines
- 42 gauge double knit machines
- 28gauge electronic jacquard
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Industries Serviced by Gehring-Tricot Corporation:
- Apparel
- Sports
- Safety & Protective
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Medical
- Home Furnishings / Upholstery
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