🏭 Factory Overview
Flagswin Manufacturing (Weifang Flagswin Craft Products Co., Ltd.) is a flag and flagpole manufacturer that handles design, sampling, production, and shipping all in-house. Our factory is located in Weifang, Shandong — the world's kite capital. Weifang is a hub for China's flag and kite industry, with a complete supply chain for fabrics, hardware, embroidery, and printing, giving us a natural edge in sampling speed and bulk delivery.
🌍 Who We Serve
Our customers are primarily domestic businesses doing cross-border trade: Amazon / eBay / Etsy sellers, independent store operators, trading companies, and gift wholesalers, as well as event production and engineering companies that need flag materials. Our products are mainly sold to the North American market, followed by Europe and Southeast Asia.
⚙️ Production Capacity
Embroidery, digital heat transfer printing, cutting, sewing, and packaging are all completed in-house — no relying on outsourced patchwork. Embroidery machines and printing lines can run in parallel, and during peak seasons (U.S. Independence Day, sports season), we stock materials in advance to shorten lead times.
✅ Quality Control
Multiple inspection points from fabric intake to finished goods packing: incoming inspection checks fabric weight and color consistency; in-process inspection checks stitch density, seams, and color registration; pre-shipment inspection checks dimensions, grommet placement, and packaging. Our QC goal is simple — no color variation and no size deviation from batch to batch.
What Production Methods We Mainly Offer
Flags may look simple, but what really determines lifespan and pricing is the production method. We've put together the table below for the most common options, so you can choose based on use case and budget:
| Method | Visual Characteristics | Best For | Cost Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sewn & Embroidered | Stripes are sewn as individual fabric panels; stars are embroidered; both sides have the same dimensional look | U.S. flags, state flags, government & ceremonial flags, premium retail SKUs | Higher |
| Embroidered Logo | Dense stitching with a raised, dimensional feel | Corporate flags, club flags, school flags | Medium-high |
| Dye Sublimation | Smooth color transitions; reproduces gradients and photo-quality graphics | Advertising flags, feather flags, event flags, promotional flags | 中 |
| Screen Print | Solid, opaque coverage on large areas; low cost per unit for single-color bulk orders | Large-volume orders with solid color block designs | Lower |
Common Fabrics: 15 Options Available
About 80% of a flag's price and lifespan comes down to choosing the right fabric. We keep the following 15 fabrics in stock—just pick based on your use case, or we can source customer-specified fabrics:
Polyester Series (Oxford Cloth — Highest Volume)
| Fabric | Material & Construction | Weight Reference | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pongee (Flag Fabric) | Polyester, woven fabric made specifically for flags | — | The most commonly used type; great value; standard national flags and outdoor advertising flags |
| 210D Oxford Cloth | Polyester | Approx. 100 g/㎡ | The most popular option; balances strength and cost; suitable for all types of outdoor hanging flags |
| 420D Oxford Cloth | Polyester | Thicker than 210D | For applications requiring higher strength: long-term outdoor hanging, coastal high-wind areas |
| 150D Oxford Cloth | Polyester | Lightweight | Indoor displays, short-term event flags; the go-to choice for cost control |
| High-Strength Oxford Cloth | Polyester (high-tenacity yarn) | — | Professional flags for extreme environments |
| Polyester Mesh | Polyester mesh construction | Breathable | Low wind resistance, ideal for high-wind areas and building curtain wall advertising flags |
Nylon series (lightweight, flies easily in the breeze, commonly used for North American flags)
| Fabric | Material & Construction | Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nylon 6 (210D nylon oxford) | Nylon 6 | Lightweight and breathable | For flags that need to be lightweight and fly in the slightest breeze |
| Nylon 66 (210D high-strength nylon oxford) | Nylon 66 | Stronger and more durable than standard nylon | Outdoor flags for harsh weather conditions |
| Plain weave nylon | Plain weave nylon construction | Crisp, structured hand feel | For flags that require good drape and luster |
Natural fibers and blends (when hand feel and texture are the priority)
| Fabric | Material & Construction | Weight Reference | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure cotton | 100% cotton | Approx. 220 g/㎡ | Thick, premium quality with a great hand feel — ideal for indoor display flags, high-end flags, and memorial flags |
| Poly-cotton | 70% polyester + 30% cotton | Approx. 220 g/㎡ | Combines the durability of polyester with the hand feel of cotton |
Satin and decorative fabrics
| Fabric | Material & Construction | Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Satin | Satin weave construction | Thick, with excellent luster and texture | Indoor premium flags, presentation banners, sashes |
| Charmeuse satin | Polyester satin | Looks similar to satin at a lower cost | For applications that need a satin look on a budget |
Knit fabrics
| Fabric | Material & Construction | Weight Reference | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warp-knit fabric | Warp-knit construction | — | Flags and banners that require good stretch and breathability |
| Wool flag bunting | Gauze-type fabric | Approx. 160 g/㎡ | Flags for specific craftsmanship requirements |
Width:Standard fabric width is 150 cm (after edge trimming). We optimize the layout based on width during cutting to minimize waste — this directly affects pricing for large-volume orders, so please specify finished dimensions when requesting a quote.
Sizes & Finishing Hardware
- Common sizes:3×5 ft, 4×6 ft, and 5×8 ft are the North American mainstream; table flags, hand flags, car window flags, and garden flags are produced to their respective standard specs, and custom sizes are also available.
- Large sizes:Large-format flags such as 6×10 ft, 10×19 ft, and 15×25 ft are also doable — please confirm production scheduling in advance.
- Finishing & hardware:Four-row stitching or reinforced fly hem, binding tape, brass/stainless steel grommets, flag rope, and flag clips can be configured per customer requirements.
From Inquiry to Shipment
- Requirement confirmation:Provide your artwork, dimensions, fabric preference, quantity, and target lead time, and we'll come back with a quote and craftsmanship recommendations.
- Sampling:Once artwork and color codes are confirmed, we arrange samples. Approve the sample before mass production to avoid batch rework.
- Mass production:After scheduling, production moves through each process with inspection checkpoints along the way.
- QC & packaging:We inspect dimensions, color consistency, stitching, and grommets item by item, and do individual packaging, labeling, or hang tags per customer requirements.
- Shipping:We can ship via freight forwarder, express, air, or sea, and provide packing lists and shipping photos.
Why Choose Qiyun Manufacturing
- Direct factory:Craftsmanship issues go straight to production — no middlemen relaying messages — so change orders and reorders get faster turnaround.
- Expertise in appliqué & embroidery:Unlike print-only suppliers, we can turn high-end embroidered flags into stable mass production, helping you create price-tier differentiation in your category.
- OEM / ODM supported:We can do packaging, hang tags, instruction cards, and barcodes under your brand, and ship directly to your warehouse or platform warehouse.
- Small-batch friendly:During the new-product testing phase, you can start with a small batch to validate the market, then scale up once it's proven.
FAQ
Q: Can I order just a sample?
Yes. Samples are used to confirm craftsmanship and color. Fees and whether they can be credited against a bulk order are discussed per specific product.
Q: Can you ship with my branded packaging?
Yes, we support OEM/ODM. Packaging, hang tags, and labels are made per your provided artwork.
Q: How is lead time calculated?
Lead time depends on craftsmanship, quantity, and whether it's peak season. Embroidery takes longer than printing, so we recommend confirming production scheduling when you place your order.
Q: How long do they last outdoors?
It depends on local wind, sunlight, and hanging method. For coastal and high-wind areas, we recommend 420D polyester with reinforced fly hem, which significantly improves tearing issues.
Years of deep expertise in the flag industry — let your brand fly proudly in the wind.
Weifang Qiyun Craft Products Co., Ltd. · Looking Forward to Partnering with You
