Synopsis

In South Shields, a factory churns out 650 water-resistant waxed jackets each day. The process begins with 500-meter rolls of undyed cotton, which are then immersed in heated wax baths. Each jacket is meticulously assembled from 23 individual pieces. A breathable membrane is crucial to this design, allowing perspiration to escape while effectively repelling water. Elsewhere in the factory, a humble wooden stick undergoes a transformation into a high-quality umbrella, shaped by the steady hand of