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FuFu’s Thread Co., Ltd.

FuFu, which means “lucky” or “good fortune” in Mandarin, is the manufacturer of our rayon any polyester embroidery threads.  They have been in business for over 30 years and possess the knowledge and experience required for producing a high – end embroidery thread.

 FuFu operates two production faculties, one in Taiwan and the other in the Philippines.  All phases of the manufacturing process are performed in-house to ensure that thread quality meets AATCC, JIS and European standards. 

 In House Production, Quality, and Quality Control

FuFu produces a high sheen, low tension lubricated embroidery thread that results in excellent production and magnificent color, adding luster to your finished garments.

 FuFu’s employees are thoroughly trained on the equipment and internal procedures to maintain their high level of quality.  Each cone is coded so that a specific date, machine, and operator can be identified if necessary.

 Each new lot of raw material is inspected and tested to make sure that the quality of materials going into production meets FuFu’s standards and will result in a quality product.  The finished product is also carefully examined.

 FuFu uses an internal lab to test random samples of raw materials and finished cones, for control reasons.  They also contract an independent international lab (Intertak Testing Lab) to measure the quality of their tensile strength and color fastness.  Supporting documentation can be provided at the request of customers and prospects.

Cone Design

More than twenty – five years of experience has taught FuFu that quality thread is not the only important component of a production – efficient product.  They also consider the design of the cone on which their thread is wound to be fundamental.  FuFu’s threads are wound on king spools, which have a wide base providing a stable platform for the cone to rest on.  The wide base also assists to prevent thread from falling off the cone and wrapping around the thread post, causing thread breaks and loss of production.

FuFu tapers their cones, from top to bottom, so thread can unwind smoothly from the cone without rubbing against the sides, resulting in fewer chances of thread breaks, which increase production and profitability.

Finally FuFu produces cones, which have “tie-offs” underneath the base of each cone to facilitate thread storage and to reduce thread loss.

 Environmental Safety

FuFu’s commitment to quality includes the safety of our customers and our planet.  No environmental harmful products or carcinogens are utilized in the production of FuFu’s threads.  All water used to dye thread is properly treated to separate dyestuff from the water used in production.  The inert sandy, grit material which remains is used as a land fill substance to help fight erosion on the coastal shores of Taiwan and the Philippines.  This information has proven valuable to some customers who market embroidered goods to environmentally conscious organizations and companies.

 Purchasing Assistance

 HOW MUCH TREAD SHOULD I BUY?

Please use the following examples as a guide on how to estimate your thread consumption.

 Confused Yet?  Let’s simplify just a little bit.

                5,000 m cone = approximately 1,250,000 - 3 mm stitches

                1,000 m cone = approximately 250,000 - 3 mm stitches

 GUIDE TO SELECTING THE RIGHT NEEDLE

Sharp Point Needle vs. Ball Point Needle

 Sharp Point Needle:

The commonly used needle is designed to penetrate woven fabrics with a cutting / puncturing action.  It is best for tight w eaves, canvas denim, towel, caps, and nylon satin materials.

 Ball Point Needle: (catalog item code = BP)

This most often used needle has a rounded point.  Designed to rather than cutting or puncturing the fabric.  Ballpoint needles do less harm to fabrics, but due to their rounded or “ball” like point they are not always good to use.  Ballpoint needles are intended for sewing fabrics such as jersey, interlock, or piqué materials, and knit sweaters.

 Titanium / Perfect Durability:  (catalog item code = PD)

This needle has a titanium -nitride ceramic finish, which makes it more wear-resistant, lasting five times longer than chrome plated needles.  Titanium coated needles are significantly stronger than other needles reducing breakage, bending, distortion and needle deflection (which causes skipped stitches.)  A thinner size needle can perform the strength of a thicker needle without larger needle holes.  This needle has helped embroiders with seamed front caps & leather problems. 

Common Needle Sizes:

70/10:  This needle is mainly used for small detail work when curves are sharp and density is an issue.

75/11:  This needle is used in embroidery machines 75 to 80% of the time.  It is the most universal needle because the diameter is not too big for embroidery and it offers sufficient needle strength.

80/12:  This needle is used for heavier fabrics, such as denim; it makes a bigger hole in the fabric while it sews.  Another example of when to use an 80/12 needle is when operators are sewing on caps and are experiencing many needle breaks.  Because of the larger diameter, this needle is often stronger in these situations.