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Economic Outlook For Cotton Ginners In 2023

March 14, 2023 3:16 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

  Economic Outlook For Cotton Ginners In 2023 Across the US, cotton production has been a significant contributor to economic growth in recent years. However, this year’s production is expected to be down by about $2 billion. The impact of this year’s crop losses won’t only be felt by those directly involved in agriculture, it will also have ripple effects throughout the economy. For that reason, it is important to understand the current economic so of cotton in the US and what/how you can get ahead of this situation. Inflation Inflation is one of the biggest economic threats facing the... View Article

History Of The Textile Industry In The USA

March 14, 2023 3:11 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

  History Of The Textile Industry In The USA During the 1700’s, the textile industry had many difficulties. It was reliant on manual labor and draft animals to supply the raw materials needed for cloth production. Eventually, the introduction of industrial technology changed the face of the textile industry forever. Until that point, the world was reliant on hand looms and horses to produce fabric. Samuel Slater Samuel Slater, the British-born American industrialist, is often credited with the beginning of the industrial revolution in America. His knowledge of the textile industry in England, along with his entrepreneurial spirit, helped to... View Article

How To Maintain Your Cotton Gin Components

October 1, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Cotton gins have been around for hundreds of years and have played an important role in human civilization. Folks today get to enjoy cheaper, better clothing than people did in the past, and the cotton gin delivered many of the advancements making this possible. That said, any individual or business looking to tap into the full potential of their cotton gins need to prioritize cotton gin maintenance. Modern machinery is more complex than ever before. Compare a modern cotton gin to what you’ll find in museums; the difference couldn’t be starker. In many ways, machines today are more reliable than... View Article

Ways Routine Maintenance Can Benefit Your Cotton Gin

April 28, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

A cotton gin is an essential part of machinery and equipment used to help produce cotton in its final form. While a cotton gin is durable and built to last, it will require some maintenance and care on occasion. It is important to stay current with your cotton gin maintenance plan and schedule as it can help to benefit your cotton gin in various ways.  Keep Cotton Gin Clean One of the ways cotton gin maintenance can benefit your cotton gin is by keeping the cotton gin clean. A cotton gin is a complicated machine that can efficiently help to produce cotton. However, cotton gins tend to... View Article

Take Advantage of Efficiency Maintenance on Cotton Equipment

August 19, 2020 11:31 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

It’s been quite a year. From challenges presented by the pandemic to unfavorable growing conditions, 2020 continues to take a toll on the cotton industry as the summer rapidly comes to an end. While some see this downtime as a hurdle, experienced cotton farmers and equipment operators may take a different view. Take advantage of the quiet time and perform efficiency maintenance tasks on your equipment, such as your cotton gins in Lubbock, TX. Why now? A brutally dry, hot summer has taken a toll on the current cotton crop. The latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates... View Article

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