Reebok brings ‘Liquid Factory’ tech to R.I.

CANTON, Mass. – Reebok International Ltd. is collaborating with footwear-component supplier AF Group in Lincoln, which has a technology lab in Burrillville; equipment maker Rampf Group Inc. in Wixom, Mich.; and international raw material supplier BASF to create unique footwear.

Developed by the Reebok Future team, the “Liquid Factory” process uses software and robotics to draw shoes in three dimensions using a proprietary liquid material created by BASF for Reebok.

“This is a process where no molds are required,” AF Group President Keith Lonergan said, adding it will significantly reduce lead times, enabling products to be made regionally.

Bill McInnis, head of future at Reebok, said the Rhode Island facility will be used for research, prototypes and small-batch production. •

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