About Fieldtex

Our Story

Fieldtex Products traces its roots back to 1973, when a 27-year-old residential real estate investor named Sanford Abbey, was searching for a business to purchase. He came across an advertisement in the local newspaper for a small, six-person tent and awning manufacturer named Field’s Awning Company. At the time, Fields Awning primarily produced backyard awnings and tents, which were rented out for special events like birthday parties. What caught Sanford’s attention was the company’s involvement in manufacturing the foot strap for the first collapsible baby stroller, a potentially huge opportunity. Although that project never took off, buying the company was one of the best decisions in his life.

Evolution and Growth

After acquiring the company, Sanford renamed the company Fieldtex Products and continuously pushed Fieldtex into the contract sewing business, manufacturing carrying cases and soft goods for industrial customers along the East Coast. In the mid-90s, the company began producing and assembling fabric first aid kits and ventured into the medical supplies distribution business. This adaptability and commitment to meeting customer needs have been at the heart of Fieldtex Products ever since.

Who We Are Today

Today, Fieldtex Products stands as a versatile contract manufacturing company, continuously adapting our services to meet the unique needs of our clients. If a customer requires a solution outside our current capabilities, we innovate and develop new processes to meet those needs.

In 2019, Sanford Abbey’s son, Jonathan, took over the company, continuing the family’s commitment to exceptional customer service and quality. Under Jonathan’s leadership, we have maintained our focus on being a customer-centric organization, dedicated to understanding and fulfilling the needs of our clients.

We are a privately family-owned company comprising three divisions:

Fieldtex Cases, our contract manufacturing division that produces soft sided carrying cases for portable electronic equipment for medical and military markets, wearable medical and military garments, and other textile innovations. We have the capabilities to source berry compliant materials, or materials specific to other certifications. With an in house design and engineering team, and over 125 sewing machines, there is no custom sewing job Fieldtex can’t handle. Learn more about our custom sewing services here.

Fieldtex Medical, our First Aid Supplies division, distributes stock First Aid Kits, custom First Aid Kits, and First Aid supplies to emergency medical corps., schools, cities, towns, youth team sports leagues and the general safety marketplace. Our retail site, e-firstaidsupplies.com, is a one-stop-shop for all things First Aid. Learn more about our medical division here.

OTC Benefits Solutions works with Health Plans and other organizations to offer Supplemental Over The Counter Benefit Programs to members of Medicare Advantage Health Plans. Learn more about how we our OTC Catalog Programs can enhance your Health Plan.

We operate out of a 86,000 sq.ft. facility in Rochester, NY and employ over 200 people. Over the last 50+ years, we have never stopped evolving as a company because our customers continue to grow and expand their needs. Fieldtex has long standing supply relationships with several of the countries top companies and organizations.

Our Commitment to Quality and Service

Since our inception, we have been committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service. some of our clients have been with us for over 30 years, a testament to the trust and satisfaction we’ve built through a commitment to quality and customer service in manufacturing.

Why Choose Fieldtex Products

• Customer-Centric: We prioritize understanding and meeting the unique needs of each client.
• Innovative Solutions: We continuously develop new capabilities to provide innovative solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Our dedication to quality ensures that every product meets the highest standards.
• Experience and Reliability: With over 50 years of experience, we have a proven track record of reliability and expertise.