Ars Sutoria School | Manufacturing processes introduction - 1 week

Manufacturing processes introduction

Footwear designers who do not have a strong background in the footwear manufacturing process
Professionals working for materials/components/equipment manufacturing companies in the footwear supply chain
Other profiles such as buyers, merchandisers, retailers, controllers who wish to gain a better understanding of those aspects that affect the quality and the cost of the footwear

Overview of the most popular footwear constructions: AGO/Cemented, Goodyear, Blake, Stitched-Out/Ideal, Moccasin, Sacchetto (Slip Lasting) Strobel, Opanka, Vulcanized and Direct Injection
Step-by-step analysis of the AGO/Cemented footwear process including: stages of production, types of equipment, components required in each phase of the process
Detailed instruction on Upper Components:
- Identification of different materials used for uppers and linings (leather, fabrics, man-made)
- Overview of the leather tanning process, leather finishing
- Types of leather and other materials such as synthetics
- Upper edge finishing
Detailed instruction on Middle Components:
- Footwear lasts: proportions, volumes and measurements, types of lasts
- Types of insoles and footbeds
- Types of toe boxes and back stiffener
Detailed instruction on Bottom Components:
- Traditional outsoles (leather and rubber), heels, units, platforms
- Chemical sole-units: rubber, TPR, PVC, PU, TPU, EVA