Sportswear
Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc
4200 Macalester St, Philadelphia, PA 19124, United States
- Manufacturer
- Founded 1929
- HUBZone
- ISO 9001:2015 (Certificate #13828), AS 9100:2016 (Certificate #13828)
About Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc
Ehmke Manufacturing Co. Inc. has operated from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, since its founding in May 1929 by Howard Ehmke. The 50,000-square-foot, single-floor facility houses a range of equipment including single- and double-needle sewing machines, box and bar tackers, computer-aided cutting tables, fabric welding machines, and grommet presses. These assets support LEAN production lines that produce thermal-acoustic blankets, soft-sided cases, bags, tarpaulins, covers, safety harnesses, straps, and web assemblies. The company reports having manufactured over 8,000 distinct products for the defense sector. Customers include the U.S. Armed Forces, allied militaries, defense contractors, and commercial OEMs. Notable programs include thermal-acoustic blankets for Boeing CH-47 Chinook and V-22 Osprey rotorcraft, and fabric components for the Mobile Kitchen Trailer. The firm is registered in SAM for government contracting and holds HUBZone certification. Ehmke differentiates itself through its quality system—ISO 9001:2015 and AS 9100:2016 registration, rare in the textile industry—and a staff that collectively holds all three IFAI professional certifications. In 2026 the company launched a 22-project AI roadmap targeting proposal generation, inventory visibility, and shop-floor scheduling to reduce lead times and increase capacity.
Manufacturing capabilities
Industries served
- U.S. Armed Forces
- Defense industry
- Commercial OEMs
- Industrial applications
- Aerospace (rotorcraft)
- Government contracting
- Tactical gear
- Field kitchen equipment
Equipment
- Commercial, industrial, paraloft and military sewing machines (single- and double-needled)
- Box and bar tackers
- Computer-aided cutting tables
- Various presses and punch machines
- Fabric welding machines
- Grommet machines
Company details
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Company type
- Manufacturer
- Founded
- 1929
- Ownership
- HUBZone
- Certifications
- ISO 9001:2015 (Certificate #13828), AS 9100:2016 (Certificate #13828), Mil-I-45208, HUBZone
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc located?
Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc is located at 4200 Macalester St, Philadelphia, PA 19124, United States.
What does Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc do?
Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc is listed under Sportswear, and its listed capabilities and products include Engineering support services & prototyping, Technical fabric manufacturing, Single-needle sewing, Double-needle sewing, Box tacking and Bar tacking.
What industries does Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc serve?
Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc lists U.S. Armed Forces, Defense industry, Commercial OEMs, Industrial applications and Aerospace (rotorcraft) among the industries it serves.
What certifications does Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc have?
Certifications on file for Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc: ISO 9001:2015 (Certificate #13828), AS 9100:2016 (Certificate #13828), Mil-I-45208 and HUBZone.
When was Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc founded?
Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc was founded in 1929.
How do I request a quote from Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc?
Use the Request a quote button on this page to send Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc your requirements through FirmsLedger, or call (215) 324-4200 and visit ehmkemanufacturing.com.
What companies are similar to Ehmke Manufacturing Co Inc?
Other Sportswear companies in Pennsylvania listed on FirmsLedger include Bally Ribbon Mills, Pravi Apparel and Buck Mason Knitting Mills.