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ACW has a variety of resources in order to keep you up to date on company updates, industry news, and new projects that we are working on. We pride ourselves on being an industry leader and keeping up with new innovations. Below are our most-recent blog articles:
Why Strap Systems Fail in the Field — And What Most Designs Miss
One dramatic mistake is seldom the reason strap systems fail. More often, they fail because several small design assumptions or errors added up. And then
Why Strap Design Is Critical in Rescue and Safety Applications
In rescue, fire, and military environments, a strap is more than a length of material. It is literally a life-safety component. When lives or mission-critical
Vertically Integrated Strap Systems for Mission-Critical Applications
When designing mission-critical strap systems for defense, aerospace, or industrial safety, one requirement never changes: failure is not an option. In defense programs, aerospace interiors,
Why Domestic Manufacturing Matters for Technical Textiles
ACW is a domestic webbing manufacturer producing technical textiles for defense, aerospace, industrial, and safety applications — Berry compliant, ISO 9001 certified, with full lot
How Strength Rating Affects Webbing Performance
At its core, webbing strength rating is a quantified tensile value, typically reported as a minimum breaking strength, that marks at which tested load under
Understanding Load Ratings: How to Select Proper Webbing Strength for Your Application
When it comes to safety-critical or load-bearing designs, selecting the right webbing strength is more than a matter of ‘how strong is this strap.” Engineers
Parachute Webbing Testing and Validation
Verified Performance for Parachute and Military Webbing Systems Parachute webbing testing is the key to performance when selling webbing for cargo straps, parachutes, load barring,
Webbing Tolerances Explained
In industrial manufacturing, precision applies for more than machined parts. For example, there are critical applications for woven materials such as safety harnesses, cargo restraints,
ACW joins PIA – Official Press Release
American Cord & Webbing Co., Inc. (ACW), a U.S.-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance webbing, buckles, and engineered textile assemblies and straps, is proud to announce