Revolutionary Technology Meets American Manufacturing

The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) will conduct an exclusive factory tour of Unionwear's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility on September 16th at 4:00 PM, offering members a rare behind-the-scenes look at how artificial intelligence, robotics, and automation are revolutionizing American manufacturing.

The tour will highlight Unionwear's groundbreaking fully automated bag manufacturing line – the only one of its kind in North America – demonstrating how advanced technology is making "Made in USA" production competitive with overseas imports while creating quality jobs in Newark.

Since 1992, Unionwear has been manufacturing hats, bags, and accessories entirely from scratch in Newark, establishing itself as the city's largest manufacturer and one of the largest private employers of Newark residents. The company's innovative approach earned recognition when it received the ACG Corporate Growth Award in 2021, acknowledging its successful blend of technological advancement and business expansion.

In the last year Unionwear has been profiled by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Inc, and dozens of other national publications, including Vogue, which named the hats it made for the Harris Presidential Campaign the hottest item at New York Fashion Week.

Revolutionary Technology Meets American Manufacturing

Tour attendees will witness Unionwear's cutting-edge automated production systems in action, including:

• North America's only fully automated canvas tote bag and backpack manufacturing line
• AI-powered design tools that enable same-day production capabilities
• Robotic systems that have reduced the cost differential between domestic and imported bags by 75%
• Advanced inventory management supporting over 100,000 SKUs with minimums starting at just 24 units

"Our automation isn't about replacing workers – it's about making American manufacturing competitive again," said Unionwear President Mitch Cahn.  "We're proving that with the right technology, you can produce high-quality goods domestically while providing good jobs and supporting the local economy."

The facility tour comes at a pivotal time for American manufacturing, with upcoming events including the USA's 250th birthday celebrations, the 2026 World Cup, and the 2028 Olympics driving unprecedented demand for Made in USA promotional products and keepsakes.

A Model for Modern Manufacturing

Unionwear's success story demonstrates how traditional manufacturing can evolve through technology adoption. The company serves diverse markets from promotional products to military contracting, maintaining union-made production standards while leveraging innovations like their AI-powered bag design tool at totestudio.ai.

As one of Newark's largest private employers, Unionwear exemplifies how advanced manufacturing can anchor communities while competing globally. The company's ability to produce everything from presidential campaign merchandise to custom corporate promotional items showcases the potential of automated American manufacturing.

Event Details:

• Date: September 16, 2025
• Time: 4:00 PM
• Location: Unionwear, 305 Third Avenue West, Newark, NJ 07107
• Audience: ACG Members

The tour will include live demonstrations of the automated production line, presentations on AI integration in manufacturing, and discussions about the future of American industrial competitiveness. REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE

About Unionwear Since 1992, Unionwear has manufactured high-quality hats, bags, and accessories in Newark, NJ. As the city's largest manufacturer and a recipient of the 2021 ACG Corporate Growth Award, Unionwear combines traditional American manufacturing values with cutting-edge automation and AI technology. The company operates North America's only fully automated bag manufacturing line and serves clients ranging from presidential campaigns to Fortune 500 companies.