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Sampson's Rib Group

The Sampson’s Rib Group began in 2003 when Worthen Industries bought and merged Odell-Williams and Prime Manufacturing.

We just introduced a flexible rib that enables manufacturers to produce ribbed insoles with greater flexibility in the ball and shank areas.

Together we have produced insole rib since 1935 and lead in the production and supply of insole rib and rib attaching machinery to manufacturers of welted shoes and boots worldwide. Welt construction, found primarily in premium men’s shoes and boots, produces tough, long lasting footwear.

The Sampson’s Rib Group offers a wide variety of rib styles ranging from the standard width of 1.0 inch to a width of 1.25 inches. We provide rib with filler gages ranging from 2.0 to 3.5 iron and heights of 7/32 or 9/32 of an inch. All rib styles can be pinked and nipped. As needed, we work with our clients to develop specialty rib products with varying strength, flexibility, and in different budget ranges.

Clinton MA FacilityThe Sampson’s Rib Group just introduced a flexible rib that enables manufacturers to produce ribbed insoles with greater flexibility in the ball and shank areas. We anticipate this exciting development will result in the availability of durable welt constructed sports shoes, dress shoes, and work boots offering greater comfort.

In addition to insole rib, we provide rib-attaching machines of both the Sampson and Prime designs. To serve our customers around the world, we service the equipment in the field through our agents in Asia, Central America, Australia, South Africa, and the US. We maintain a complete inventory of parts and provide warehousing in Asia and Central America.

To learn more about our product line, click on Sampson’s Rib Group Product Sheet (in PDF) and, please, Contact the Sampson’s Rib group.

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Worthen Industries
Worthen Industries
3 East Spit Brook Road
Nashua, NH 03060-5783
Tel: 888.888.8888