The history of manufacturing can be traced back to the Industrial Revolution during the 19th century, where raw materials were converted into finished goods. The period marked the transition from human labor technology into machinery and chemical manufacturing processes, turning artisans into wage laborers.

When did the manufacturing industry start?

factory system, system of manufacturing that began in the 18th century and is based on the concentration of industry into specialized—and often large—establishments. The system arose in the course of the Industrial Revolution.

When did manufacturing start in the US?

In 1790, Samuel Slater built the first factory in America, based on the secrets of textile manufacturing he brought from England.