Anatar will establish its first manufacturing hub in Georgia, creating jobs and revitalizing domestic apparel production through advanced robotics and AI.
ATLANTA, GA - May 15, 2023 - Anatar, a pioneer in AI-driven apparel manufacturing, today announced plans to establish its first manufacturing facility in Georgia. The company aims to revitalize domestic apparel production through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence, addressing the critical vulnerability created by America's 97% dependence on imported apparel.
The planned facility will feature Anatar's proprietary autonomous production lines and will be powered by the company's Loom OS platform, which orchestrates every aspect of the manufacturing process. This technology-first approach enables production costs that can compete with offshore manufacturing while maintaining higher quality and dramatically shorter lead times.
"We're thrilled to announce Georgia as the home of our first manufacturing facility," said Kaia Rhodes, Founder and CEO of Anatar. "The state's rich textile history, combined with its forward-looking approach to advanced manufacturing, makes it the perfect location to launch our vision for the future of American apparel production."
The facility is expected to create approximately 150 jobs in its initial phase, with potential for significant expansion as operations scale. Unlike traditional apparel manufacturing jobs, these positions will focus on operating and maintaining advanced equipment, programming, and quality oversight—creating opportunities for higher-skilled, better-paying roles in the industry.
"This announcement represents exactly the kind of innovative manufacturing we're working to attract to Georgia," said [State Economic Development Official]. "Anatar's approach combines our state's traditional strengths in textiles with cutting-edge technology, creating a model for how we can revitalize American manufacturing."
Anatar's technology addresses the fundamental economic challenges that drove apparel manufacturing offshore in previous decades. By automating labor-intensive processes and creating a vertically integrated production model, the company can reduce labor costs by up to 90% compared to traditional manufacturing methods.
"The economics of apparel manufacturing have changed dramatically with advances in robotics and AI," explained Rhodes. "We're now at a point where domestic production is not just viable but advantageous, especially when you factor in the benefits of shorter lead times, higher quality, and supply chain resilience."
The company is currently in the process of securing a suitable facility in the greater Atlanta area and expects to begin installation of equipment in Q3 2023. Initial production is slated to begin by early 2024, with full operational capacity reached by mid-year.
Anatars approach to manufacturing includes several technological innovations:
"Were not just building a factory; were creating a template for the future of American manufacturing," said Rhodes. "Our goal is to prove that with the right technology and approach, we can rebuild domestic production capacity in a way thats economically viable, environmentally sustainable, and creates meaningful employment opportunities."
The company plans to focus initially on producing premium basics and custom apparel, with capabilities expanding to more complex garments as operations mature. Anatar is already in discussions with several major brands and platforms interested in reshoring portions of their production.
For more information about Anatar and its manufacturing technology, visit anatar.com.
About Anatar
Anatar is building vertically integrated U.S. apparel manufacturing powered by advanced robotics and AI-driven systems. Founded by industry veteran Kaia Rhodes, the company is on a mission to restore Americas ability to scale production and secure sovereign supply chains. Anatars proprietary Loom OS platform orchestrates every aspect of the manufacturing process, enabling production that is faster, more efficient, and more responsive than traditional methods.
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