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Direct Attach (D.N.A.) Construction

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What happens here

The host's wife, Nikki (Mrs. Dirtmonkey), participates in the Direct Attach (D.N.A.) construction process at the Keen factory. This method involves directly injecting and molding the sole onto the boot upper, creating a seamless and incredibly durable bond that eliminates the need for glues and stitching. Nikki manually prepares the boot upper, places it onto a last, and operates the machinery that performs the injection molding, showcasing the intricate steps involved in creating a Keen Utility boot.

Goal: Observe the Direct Attach manufacturing process.

Tools and materials

  • Boot Last — Internal mold around which the boot is formed
  • Direct Attach Molding Machine — Injecting and molding the sole onto the upper
  • Green Start Button — Initiating the molding process
  • Keen Utility Boot Upper Keen — The top part of the boot being assembled
  • Protective Gloves — Protecting hands during assembly
  • Red Release Button — Releasing the completed boot from the machine
  • Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from debris

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definitely feeling it. Don't be afraid. Right on. Oh yeah. Don't be afraid to grab. Yeah. Close up. This is harder than it looks, guys. You know, one of my big questions is, are Keen boots actually made in the United States? Well, I kind of figured that one out when I built my own pair. As you can tell, I've been using the heck out of them since then, right in Portland, Oregon. Now, Nikki could have built her own pair of those if she wanted to, but she opted for something pink. button. There we go. Switch back and yell auto. Y auto. Auto. Perfect.

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