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APPAREL INTERNSHIP DOCUMENT REPORT GOKALDAS IMAGES

For the Partial Fulfillment of the Course “DEPARTMENT OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY”

Submitted by:P.S.SHRADDHA RADHIKA AHLAWAT DFT-VII 2005-2009

Submitted to:-

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF FASHION TECHNOLOGY HYDERABAD

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CONTENTS

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PREFACE On completion of the Sixth semester of “Apparel Manufacturing & Information Technology” - a Four year Apparel Production Under-graduate course students are exposed to an eight week industry internship with a garment manufacturing organization as part of their course curriculum. The objective of this summer internship is aimed at blending the classroom principles with industry application. The other specific purpose includes: INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Exposure to factory and office conditions.

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Study of manufacturing processes thoroughly.

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Understand inter and intra - departmental procedures.

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Analyze different working procedures and write down problems and suggestions.

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Understand industry expectations from a DFT student.

For this purpose we did our internship at “Gokaldas images” and are grateful to the management who granted their permission and opportunity for the same.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Ourselves, P.S.Shraddha and Radhika Ahlawat, students of four year Apparel Production course in “Department of Fashion Technology”, in National Institute of Fashion Technology,Hyderabad, for the partial fulfillment of our course, underwent a Summer Internship at ”Gokaldas Images”, at its Sri Venkateshwara Garment Unit for eight Weeks.

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For the same we would like to thank our course coordinator “Ms. Sharmila Sure”, without whose concern and efforts, this internship would never have been possible. We are also highly grateful to “Mr. Deepak Reddy”, General Manager, Manufacturing Dept., “Gokaldas Images, Head office”, who granted us the permission to work as internees. We would like to thank “Mr. Bhimarao”, Vice President, HR Dept., “Gokaldas Images, Head office”, who helped us during the project. We would like to thank “Mr. Prashanth”, Factory Manager, “Sri Venkateshwara Garment Unit”, our mentor and guide throughout the Internship, who assisted us throughout our internship and made it a fine learning experience. Apart from these, we would also like to thank the various workers and staff members who were there to assist us at every step and to answer our queries.

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1. INTRODUCTION 1.1 COMPANY PROFILE Since its inception in 1979, Gokaldas Images (GI) has achieved sustained growth and crossed milestones, the present focus is however, is on achieving the same, within the organization- through its people, processes, culture and quality. One of the biggest achievements for GI, is the internal integration of man, machine and thought into a single GI spirit. The existence of this spirit is what INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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resonates and throbs inside the organization and its actions and efforts is what the world has seen as Gokaldas Images brand. “Flexibility’ in approach couples with agility in action has become GI’s hallmark and it sets them apart in the borderless business world. 1.2 FACT FILE: Gokaldas Images (GI), since 1979 GI One of India’s largest integrated clothing corporations. GI body 7 divisions in manufacturing, retailing and exporting. GI domestic 70 exclusive retail outlets and over 200 selling points. GI size 18 automated factories with 4800 machines. GI turnover Exceeds USD 70 million GI life 9000 committed and highly skilled people.

1.3 GI DIVISIONS: GI today stands equal to the world’s largest fashion houses, with its export operations organized into seven product- seven divisions that function as independent profit centers. 1.3.1 Fashion wear: Products

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Men’s and boy’s shirts, trousers, casual summer jackets and shorts, ladies and girl’s dresses, skirts, trousers, embroidered and embellished tops, golf wear in woven fabrics. Fabrics Cotton and cotton blends, linen and linen blends, silk and silk blends, wool and wool blends, micro-polyester and polyester blends, yarn dyed, jacquards, computerized embroideries and prints. Monthly capacity 2,50,000 1.3.2 Outerwear: Products Light weight summer jackets in nylons and other weather proof fabrics, heavy padded anoraks, woolen coats, windcheaters, parkas, athletic tanks, jogging suits, ski-suits, track suits, swim wear, shorts for men and boys, riding and hunting jackets. Fabrics Nylon and nylon blended fabrics, performance fabrics, fleece, micro-fiber polyester, moisture wicking fabrics, anti-bacterial fabrics, breathable polyester blends, faux suede in polyester and blends, light weight nylon. Monthly capacity 100,000

1.3.3 Denim wear Products Embellished, washed, sand-blasted and sprayed jeans, jackets, shirts and dresses. Fabrics Light and heavy weight denims, canvas, drill and heavy twill. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Monthly capacity 75,000 1.3.4 Active Wear Products Mercerized polo’s, cut and sewn knits, ladies basic and fashion tees, knitted tops, moisture maintenance tees. Fabrics 2/60s and 2/80s double mercerized knits, micro-polyester fibres, nylon and poly blends, rayon/cotton blended knits, single jersey and interlock, yarn dyed stripes and auto stripes, lycra blends. Monthly capacity 250000 1.3.5 Lingeries Products Brassiere, panties, corset bras, support bras, athletic bras. Fabrics Cotton and cotton laces, nylon-spandex, stretch laces, micro-polyester blends. Monthly capacity 200000 1.3.6 Women formal wear Products Ladies suits, trousers, skirts and dresses Fabrics Woolen and wool blends, polyester blends, silk, micro fibres, linen blends. Monthly capacity 50000 1.3.7 Suits & Dress Pants Products Men suits, blazers, dress-shirts and trousers. Fabrics INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Woolen and wool blends, polyester blends, silk, micro fibres, linen blends, cotton and cotton blend, fine, solid dyed and yarn dyed shirtings. Monthly capacity 90000 1.4 GI USA With the globe shrinking and distances dwindling, thanks to jet age and computers, GI decided to be close to the client. The result was a a fully functional office and showroom in New York. A dedicated team in this Manhattan office works tirelessly to pre-empt and meet the client requirements. 1.5 COLLABORATIONS Recognition of GI’s effort in the global garment manufacturing scene came in the form of several international tie-ups. BARBARA has a joint venture with GI to manufacture and retail lingerie in India and Europe. PLAYTEX is a buy back agreement with Saralee Corporation. K-LIFE is a license to produce urban clothing for USA. OXFORD CLOTHING has a manufacturing agreement with GI for men’s suits. On the anvil is the extension of the same to formal wear. LEVIS has a manufacturing agreement with GI, for denims in India. 1.6 GI LOGISITICS Bangalore, the manufacturing base of GI, has over a dozen direct freighter flights a week, landing at major European and American cargo hubs. Chennai, a major port is just 6 hrs away by road.

1.7 GI INFRASTRUCTURE •

18 specialized garment manufacturing facilities.

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Six node lectra CAD/Cam facility.

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All accompaniments for global electronic exchange of pattern data.

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Stringent sampling and quality control systems.

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In-house textile quality lab.

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In-house washing facility.

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In-house multi-head embroidery.

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STM, AATCC, ISO and DIN standards followed

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Single web-based information system connecting all operations.

1.8 GI RETAIL Leveraging its core strengths in distribution, merchandising and image creation, GI introduced the concept of branded clothing, franchising and the open store, to Indian market WEEKENDER through its associate firm Personality Ltd. in 1987. Weekender which focused on youth fashion was later extended to children’s wear, for the 2-12 years age group and branded as Weekender Kids. Every season Weekender and Weekender Kids launch more than 200 new styles. Both the brands today are retailed through two separate franchise chains in 70 exclusive outlets in cities across the nation. They are the leading brands in their segment, in size, brand appeal and influence on the market. The domestic retail initiative of GI also includes licensed brands from Warner Bros. like Harry Potter, Tom & Jerry, Loony tunes and Mickey Mouse & Donald Duck from Disney. These ranges are conceptualized and manufactured in-house. Gokaldas Intimatwear, is a joint venture with Barbara of Paris. The JV shall bring high quality ladies innerwear to the Indian market, with various brand offerings beginning with enamor.

1.9 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT:

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GI combines the diverse strengths of the domestic handloom and other traditional skills with new international developments to produce an in-house fabric range for every season. Equipped with state of the art CAD and other facilities, the GI Design and Resource Centre adds GI as a preferred source of original fabric, offering a rich variety of designs, blends and constructions, unavailable elsewhere. 1.10 GI WHERE COMPLIANCES ARE A GIVEN: •

International human rights’ laws followed.

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Strict compliance with anti-child labor laws.

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Health insurance, pension and bonuses, gratuity, paid-medical leave and day care centre provided.

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Minimum wages and overtime regulation.

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Special cell under HRD o take care of grievances.

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Fire drill and first aid training is provided at all facilities on regular basis.

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Extensive biological effluent treatment plant.

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Azo-free and environment friendly dyeing process.

The result is a certification and an approval from audit agencies and clients alike GI has been found to have compliant facilities by agencies like SGS, CSSC, ITS and Price Waterhouse Cooper. 1.11 GI CREATIVITY WITHOUT BORDERS The shrinking marketplace, the constantly changing business environment and the ever-changing needs of the customers, have redefined the way they do business. Backward integration, joint commitments, license agreements, extensive inhouse R&D, and our flexibility, all stem from the corporate mission, creativity without borders.

1.12LOCATION 1.12.1 GI INDIA INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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7&12, Industrial Suburb, 2nd Stage, Yeshwanthpur, Tumkur Road, Bangalore-560022. Tel: 91-80-3377059/60 1.12.2 GI USA Suite 2704/05, 1400 Broadway, New York N.Y. 10018 Tel: 212-730-3950

1.13 FACTORY PROFILE

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Factory name:

M/s Gokaldas Images M/s Sri Venketeshwara Garments-I No. 1-35/5/1, Ind. Suburb, Yeshwanthpur N.H. 4, Tumkur Road, Bangalore-560022

Telephone no.:

91-80-23379194

Fax:

91-80-23471757

Contact Person:

Mr. Prashanth Factory Manager

E-mail:

[email protected]

Total area:

8798 square feet

Product category that can be handled by the factory:

Trousers Jackets Denims

Product strength:

Jackets

Fabric handling Capabilities: .

1.14ORGANISATION CHART

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ORGANISATION CHART:

2. PROCESS FLOW

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Buyer Orders

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Finalization of Measurement Charts, Patterns and Styles Sheets ordered by Buyer

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Sampling o Sampling Execution & Follow up o Costing o Sampling Shipments o Re sampling (If any rejections are received) o Sampling Approvals

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Planning o Planning the time required for each of the processes involved in the execution o Raw material calculations as per average sheets, adding wastage/shrinkage at appropriate processes. o Raw material Procurement o Fabric requirements o Non fabric trims/ accessories requirements o Packing material requirements

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Procurement of fabric and non fabric items and accessories o Approvals from buyer (if required) o Checking/inspection of raw material o Rejects o Resource planning o Manpower and machinery o Production line planning o Information clarity to production

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Cutting

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o Instructions/Orders to the in-house Cutting Department o Calculation

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the

fabric

requirement

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checking

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stock/availability once again o Issue of the fabric / Lining / Other Material etc. o Layering and Cutting o Bundling of cut pieces o Inventory of cut pieces/Bundles/Lots •

Sewing o Stitch Orders/Instructions o Issue of cut pieces o Calculation of raw material requirements o Issue of raw materials o Approval of a few stitched pieces before regularizing the issue of fabrics/raw material o Issue of other things like samples / patterns / designs / other special considerations/ Measurement charts. o Reception of Stitched pieces Checking o Alteration (if required)

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Finishing & Packing o Instruction/orders o Issue of pieces o Reception of finished and packed pieces o Checking o Rejects o Buying agent visits for inspection o Inspection comments

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Re processing cycle

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Shipment/dispatch

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2.1

DURING

THE

PROCESS

FLOW

DIFFERENT

MEETINGS

ARE

CONDUCTED 2.1.1 PRE PRODUCTION MEETING Objective

To confirm that the order has been placed. To discuss and confirm any issues that must be resolved. Discuss any machine or attachment requirements. Discuss any training requirements

Broad Questions

What are the required machines and attachments. What sewing skill would need to be developed. Are there any queries regarding the construction of the garment ?

Point person

Merchandiser

Chairperson

Merchandiser Manager

Participants

The following persons should contribute to this meeting. Additional people should be asked to attend when their expertise is required. o Merchandiser manager o Technical manager o Factory manager or Production manager o Industrial engineer o Merchandiser o Fabric technologist o Planning manager o Cutting room manager o QC

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Time Frame

Within 3 days of an order being confirmed.

Pre-requisite 1. A sample garment or sketch. 2. A style file has been started. 3. Information on special requirements.(Printing, embroidery etc) 4. A BOM with all details. 5. Garment breakdown, machine and attachment requirements. 6. Production plan with number of teams required. 2.1.2 PILOT APPRAISAL MEETING Objective

To go through the first production and confirm that the required standards can be achieved in bulk To confirm “Go To Bulk”.

To confirm trim and fabric consumptions

Broad Questions

Discuss all the raw materials Colour coding and matching trims, etc. Are measurements to specification.

Point person

Factory Manager

Chairperson

Technical Manager

Participants

The following persons should contribute to this meeting. Additional people should be asked to attend when their expertise is required.

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o Technical manager o Factory manager or Production manager o Production Supervisor. o Industrial engineer o Fabric technologist o Cutting room manager o QC Time Frame

As first pilot production is completed and before cutting Bulk.

Pre-requisite

1. Full style file. 2. First production garments fully complete with packaging, etc. 3. An approved sample is available.

2.1.3 PRE PRODUCTION MEETING Objective

To discuss the final style details. To ensure that the product can be manufactured consistently in bulk production.

Broad Questions

Are all the required machiners and attachments in house ? Do we have the required sewing skill. Are all queries regarding the construction approved ?

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Point person

Technical manager

Chairperson

Factory Manager

Participants

The following persons should contribute to this meeting. Additional people should be asked to attend when their expertise is required. o Technical manager o Factory manager o Floor in charge o Industrial engineer o Merchandiser o Fabric technologist o Planner o Cutting room manager o QC o Maintenance

Time Frame

Two weeks before the production start date.

Pre-requisite

1. A garment has been made in the factory. 2. A complete style file including a technical pack. 3. An approved sample. 4. A BOM with all details. 5. Garment breakdown.

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2.1.4 START UP MEETINGTART UP MEETING: Objective

To discuss the final details and raw material specifications . To go through the trim card

Broad Questions

Discuss all the raw materials Color coding and matching trims, etc. Discuss the fabric inspection report.

Point person

Factory Manager

Chairperson

Merchandiser

Participants

The following persons should contribute to this meeting. Additional people should be asked to attend when their expertise is required. o Technical manager o Factory manager or Production manager o Industrial engineer o Merchandiser o Fabric technologist o Planning manager o Cutting room manager o QC

Time Frame

Three days before the production start date.

Pre-requisite

1. All fabric and trims are in house, tested and available for use. 2. There are no technical issues outstanding.

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3. An approved sample is available.

3. MERCHANDISING DEPARTMENT BUYER

MERCHANDISER

Design/Sampling

Production

Fabric

Quality check

Accessories

Documentation

Testing

Shipping

At Gokaldas Images, the merchandising can be divided in two parts: •

Marketing Merchandising

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Product Merchandising

Marketing Merchandising Main functions of marketing merchandising are: •

Product development

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Costing

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Getting Purchase Orders It brings the order, develops the product, and does the costing. It has a direct access to the Buyer.

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Product Merchandising This is from sourcing to finishing that is from first sample onwards, the product merchandising work starts and ends till the shipment. For each style the related merchandiser maintains a package file. 3.1 MERCHANDISER’S PACKAGE FILE 1. List of orders pasted on the left hand inside cover of the file. 2. Tech pack. 3. CAD marker-costing and factory. 4. RMR-order wise and summary chart. 5. Trim pro forma invoices from the supplier. 6. Confirmation of the trim. 7. Commercial invoices (C.I.). 8. Confirmation of the CI from the store. 9. Order chart from the buyer. 10. P.O. copies from the buyers. 11. Fabric “order confirmations” with approved fabrics swatches. 12. Time and action calendar. 13. Hard copy of all incoming and outgoing crucial and important mails that may be required for future references (buyer related). 14. Mills fabric reports-checking, testing. 15. Internal fabric reports-checking, testing. 16. Buyer approveda. Trim card b. Shade bands c. Wash swatch/wash mocks d. Embroidery/printing 2. Minutes of PP meeting. 3. Hard copies of in/out mails with respect to production-either with PPD/QA/factory-all concerned and important mails. 4. Size set-passed comments-(buyers). INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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5. Pilot-approval comments. 6. Internal quality audit reports before final inspection. 7. Packing list. 8. Invoice received from shipping department at Bombay for the purpose of shipment. 9. Dispatch details i.e. date LR Number dispatched to which CHA destination vehicle number, number of cartons, number of pieces and sending factory’s name.

3.2 MERCHANDISER IS REQUIRED TO CARRY OUT FOLLWING ACTIVITIES: 

Design/Sampling.

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Fabric.

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Accessories.

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Testing.

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Production.

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Quality Check.

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Documentation.

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Shipping/Forwarding.

3.3 WORKING PROCEDURES 1. The orders are generally received on mail. The merchandiser has to take a hard copy of it. The merchandiser discusses the delivery date with GMMerchandising and obtains his signature confirming the delivery date. All such mails signed copies are filed in a separate "'MASTER BOX FILE" titled "ORDER CONFIRMATION FILE" which is always with GM-M. During the same period the merchandiser also goes through all the details of order and verifies the "Order Calendar Book"

2. The relevant documents i.e. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Tech Pack

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Previous CAD marker

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Trim charts

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Fabrics cuttings

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Thread approval

Embroidery or print approval- if any, from the respective SRS files that is available with the sampling department -headed by the Sampling Manager. The Merchandising department basically acts like a bridge between the buyer and the factory. Its basic duty is to book orders from the buyers and make it sure that the orders are executed according to the buyer’s requirements in terms of style, construction, quality and quantity. This is done by accurate communication between the buyer and the factory. Hence the merchandiser plays the part of communicating in the form of minute details, the requirements of the particular style. 3.4 GOALS SET UP BY THE MERCHANDISING DEPARTMENT: 1. To ensure reduction in Customer complaints. 2. To ensure timely response and delivery to Customers 3. To work towards increase in the sample approval at first time. 4. To Reduce Associate turnover 3.5 BASIC ACTIVITIES REQUIRED TO BE DONE ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS REGARDING THE ORDER EXECUTION:  Receiving the order from Buyer and other relevant samples and product information.  Giving sample material requirements to sourcing teams.  Follow-up of sample production and dispatch to buyers.  Follow-up of sample approvals from Buyers and notifying comments if any to respective teams.  Communicate to Buyer on the variation in specs, materials etc and followup for approval prior to the bulk production.  Conducting External Pre Production meeting wherever applicable.

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3.6 ACTIVITIES REQUIRED TO BE DONE REGARDING THE INFORMATION FLOW TO THE RELEVANT DEPARTMENTS THROUGH MOVEX AND TECHNICAL FOLDERS, STYLE DETAILS:  Entering the order details pertaining to Merchandising.  Conduct Order clarity meeting and define the T & A (Time and Action Calendar) across throughput processes.  Release of material requirements to sourcing function.  Organize to dispatch the samples to buyer and approvals on time.  Ensure availability of product information and approvals to meet the PCDs.  Handing over the folders and style information to PPC on or before the PP meeting.  Monitoring the production status and timely alert on deviations. 3.7 ACTIVITIES REQUIERED TO BE DONE FOR THE CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT OF THE PROCESS:  Improving the on time sample development and dispatch.  Analyzing the Order completion reports and incorporating the learning in subsequent orders.  Analyzing the Order completion reports and incorporating the learning in subsequent orders.  Getting all the update on the product and quality areas by attending the seminars and through magazines for the better improvement.

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3.8 PROCESS FLOW FOR THE MERCHANDISING DEPARTMENT:

A merchandiser works on a specific buyer

The work is divided according to the type of garment being done, e.g. men’s wear.

The division is taken up for the order . Packages are sent by the buyer to the company which carries the TECHPAK including the details of the garment.

The merchandising department works out the accessories and trims required and prepare a Bill of Material (BOM), which contains the consumption per garment. It is passed on to the Purchase Department. . The style is given to the Central Planning team to work out the SMV values and operation breakdown. . The TECHPAK is sent to all the departments concerned i.e. sampling and sourcing. INTERNSHIP . AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Fabric team: works out the costing of the fabric; yarn, knitting, processing, dyeing, wastages. . Pattern Master: works out the patterns . PPC team: works out the kinds of cost, to be incurred during production, finishing, packing. . Costing team: prepares an entire cost estimate of the production of the garment in bulk.

The costing is cross checked with the higher authorities and then sent to the buyer after some changes if necessary.

The buyer is informed about the pricing and the sampling process starts.

Proto, Fit, Pre Production samples are sent to the buyer.

Buyer reviews and sends comments on the product for improvement or manipulations.

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The business is booked once the samples are approved in all respects . The lead time and the delivery dates are informed to the buyer .

according to the order size.

The buyer is informed about the pricing and the sampling process starts.

The Purchase Order is received by the company.

All the concerned departments are informed about the capacity booked.

A Time and Action Calendar is made which specifies the time period and the dates of all the activities like fabric sourcing, trim sourcing, cutting date.

The merchandiser informs the buyer about the progress of the activities and the updated Time and Action Plan every week.

All the above activities are undertaken to meet the Production Cut Date (PCD) which is generally 30 days.

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3.9 DETAILED PROCESS ACTIVITIES OF MERCHANDISING SECTION 3.9.1 ORDER CONFIRMATION AND FOLLOW UP: •

This department is the main link between the factory and the buyers. The buyers rely on the merchandisers to provide them with the information regarding the capacity available, the style feasibility and the setting up of delivery dates for the shipment.

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There is a merchandising team dedicated for each buyer. For example there are separate merchandising teams for Armani Exchange, Abercrombie & Fitch etc.

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Each of this merchandising team has a Senior Merchandiser. Under his guidance there is a team of 6-8 Junior Merchandisers. This team is further supported by 1or 2 Data Entry Operators and Office Coordinators.

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This process involves receiving the initial order details from the buyer’s representative and communicating through E-mail and telephonic conversations.

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The merchandising team keeps the buyer updated about all the developments taking place regarding the order.

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The order booking and the order confirmation details are received by the merchandising team who further transfers this information to the other departments.

3.9.2 PREPARATION OF BILL OF MATERIALS: •

The merchandising team receives the details of all the style features in the particular order. This also includes the following : Fabric quality details

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Thread Details Finish Details Accessories like beads, sequins, laces etc. Prints and Embroidery Trims like buttons, zippers Wash care labels Size labels Brand labels Packing Material details Hangtags •

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receiving

this

information

from

the

buyer,

the

merchandisers also receive the Fabric consumption per garment for each size from the sampling section, Thread consumption per garment from the Central Planning department and the accessories requirement per garment from the sampling department. •

Based on this information received, the merchandiser prepares a Bill of Materials (BOM). This has the complete details of the requirement of all the parts going into the making of the garment. Each of the material is stated above is mentioned per garment.

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This BOM is entered into the ERP package by the Data Entry Operators for access by the Purchase Department.

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The BOM is used by the Purchase Department and the Fabric Sourcing Department to order the materials as per the order quantity.

3.9.3 PREPARATION OF TIME & ACTION CALENDER/PLAN; •

The department prepares a tentative Time and Action Calendar for the activities like – o Sample development o Sample approval o Lab Dip approvals

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o Trims approvals o Accessories approval o Pre Production sample approvals o Cutting start date o Sewing start date o Embroidery start date o Finishing start date o Shipment dispatch date. •

The planned and actual dates of the TNA are entered into the sheet as and when the activities are carried out. Any deviations are looked into and the decisions are made.

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The buyer representatives are also regularly updated about the developments on the TNA and the order status.

3.9.4 COORDINATING THE SAMPLE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS: •

The merchandising department plans and coordinates the activities of the sampling department.

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The sampling section is given the TECHPAK which contains all the relevant details.

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The samples to be made are planned in the merchandising department and the plan is given to the sampling section.

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The samples are sent to the merchandising department for initial approvals according to the spec sheet provided by the buyer. The samples are sent to the buyer for approvals only when they are approved by the merchandising department.

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The sampling department is also informed by the merchandising about the types of samples required by the buyer.

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The merchandiser receives the buyer comments for all the samples and makes it sure it is informed to the sampling and the necessary changes made in all the required areas.

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3.9.5 GETTING

APPROVALS

FOR

VARIOUS

PURPOSES

FOR

THE

GARMENT: •

Once an order is booked, Order Clarity Meeting is conducted to understand the requirements in detail. Samples are prepared and send to customer for approval. Similarly, throughout the production activities, the interaction with customer is made as explained bellow.

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Fabric Approvals: We get the approval from customer for the fabrics sourced for manufacturing garments. In some cases, the buyer certifies the supplier base, and we procure the materials from them.

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Yarn Dyed program: In case of yarn dyed order yarn lab-dip has to be sent to the buyer for color approval. Upon confirmation, knit down approval has to be taken from buyer where specified.

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Solid dyed program: Lab-dip fabric color approval is taken from the buyer.

Depending on the buyer bulk lot cutting shall be sent

to buyer for approval or for reference as advised. •

Printed fabric Program: In case of the Printed fabric the base fabric lab- dip is submitted to buyer and print artwork/design and print color approval shall be taken before proceeding with the bulk.

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Fabric Package Test: These are buyer dependent and mostly taken care by third party labs. All the tests that are required by the buyer or the buyer’s SOP [Standard Operating Procedures] has to be passed, failing which waiver has to be obtained from buyer for the same.

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Shade Band Approval: This is special requirement for all garments dyed with pigment dyes, or topped with pigments, for garments with enzyme washing or spray. The approval is taken by the buyer.

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Embroidery / hand work: Approval for thread color, sequence color, bead color and quality parameters are taken from the buyer.

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Accessories Approval: All trims and accessories which are going in the garments are got to be approved by the buyer.

3.10

INTERPRETING THE TECHPAK / TECHNICAL FOLDER PROVIDED BY THE BUYER:

The Technical Folder/Techpak is the reference for each department whenever it comes to any information about the buyer requirements. The buyer states all his requirements in a very precise manner which is contained in this document. The following are the common details which are found in the Technical Folders of all the buyers: o Size wise quantity o Color Wise Quantity o Destination wise quantity o Dispatch dates for all the lots and the quantity for the lots Process development sheets which includeo Style analysis report o Buyer o Style no. o Style description o Total order quantity INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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o Process sequence- listing out the order of the activities to be done i.e. cut, panel wash or garment wash, panel print/embroidery or garment print/embroidery Fabric detailso GSM of all the types of fabrics used in the garment o Fabric construction o Fiber types o Fabric width o Fabric/garment finish type and hand feel description o Buyer nominated supplier (in certain cases) o Fabric swatch Sewing detailso Stitch SPI for all the parts of the garment o Stitch distance for all the seams e.g. distance of the top stitch, distance of bottom hem from the bottom o Single needle or double needle operation for all the seams o Stitch no. o Gauge and bight for overlock machines Sewing thread detailso Ticket no. of threads for each operation o Thread color o Thread type i.e. construction o Nominated supplier if any Pattern detailso Size of ready garment at all the required areas o Size of all the patterns o Technical drawing of the garment, with important points mentioned in the diagram. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Accessories required in the garmento Nominated supplier if any o Accessories like satin tapes need to undergo color fastness tests, so the quality requirement is also mentioned. o Position of the accessories on the garment in terms of measurements and alignments Trims required in the garmento Type and dimensions of all the trims e.g. length of the zipper, material of the zipper (metal or plastic). o Positioning of trims on the garment, mentioned in writing and diagrammatically as well. o Color and finish of the trim Description of the labelso Text to be written on the labels is specified by the buyer. o The font size and font style for the text on the labels o The material of the various labels o Types of labels required i.e. Wash Care Labels, size labes, brand labels

o Positioning g of the labels on the garment with dimensions mentioned on a diagram of the garment. o Type of stitch used to attach labels Finishing detailso Type of iron to be done( e.g. some garments require only a mild touch up and the original fall of the garment is allowed to come. o A mention about the finishing quality (e. g. only steaming requires that there should be no shade variation, seam / water marks, seam impressions showing on the garment. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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o Presentation labels and hangtags which are attached on the garment before packing. o Position of the attached hangtags and size labels on the garment o Final look of the packet after packing. o AQL level to be followed while inspection in the finishing section Packing detailso Details regarding the type of packing material to be used o No. of garments in each poly bag or any other kind of prepack. o Written material on the packing material o Size of the poly bags and the cartons o No. of garments/pre-packs to be kept in each carton. 3.11 RECORDS AND FORMATS MAINTAINED IN THE MERCHANDISING DEPARTMENT S.No. FORMAT /DOCUMENT PURPOSE OF USE NAME 1 Sample Evaluation report This report is maintained for all the samples evaluated and inspected by the merchandisers. It has the records of all 2

Internal Card

Approval

the comments and changes suggested. Swatch This is a general Swatch Card which is used to attach the fabrics used for the styles and orders after their approvals from the buyers. There are three swath cards from the fabric are maintained from

3

Sales Order Documentation

three places in the fabric roll. The merchandisers maintain a record of all the sales orders raised for the procurement of all the materials for the

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order. One of the most important job of the merchandiser is to follow up the status of the materials which have been ordered, to ensure the timely availability 4

Consumption chart

of the materials to the production. confirmation This chart is made by taking the consumption details from the sampling department for all the sizes in the style of the order. These consumption details are obtained from the CAD markers. The consumption is in terms of Kg. of fabric required for all the fabric types in the garment.

5

Material Requisition

This

format

is

filled

up

by

the

merchandiser and sent to the fabric stores for requesting material for sample development. If the material is not available, the fabric sourcing team is informed 6

the

quantity

and

quality

required. This is a formal order raised to the

Sampling Job Order.

Sampling

department

instructing

the

quantity and types of samples to be made for the styles. The tentative dates for

sample

preparation

are

also

mentioned and the reference numbers 7

Minutes Meeting

of

Order

for al the Technical Folders is mentioned. Clarity The Head Merchandiser conducts an Order Clarity Meeting. Here all the details of the order booked are provided to the Factory.

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OCM

minutes

are

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future

reference

in

case

of

some

discrepancies arising in between the merchants 8

Delivery Challan (D.C.)

and

the

factory.

(

i.e.

Production related departments) The merchandising delivers the samples made to the buyer’s representatives. For the same purpose, a DC is made in which is listed the details of the order no., style no., no. of garments and color. This is a formal procedure for transferring goods from one place to another.

9

Garment hangtags

All the hangtags required in the garment are maintained by the merchandiser as a separate file. They are the ones which come in the company for the sampling procedure and the order is placed only

10

Inter office Memo

after their approval. This is a common document used by every department. In cases where some communication needs to be made to other

departments,

the

sheets

are

manually written and carried by the Office 11

Sampling cost sheet

Assistant. The costs incurred while sampling is maintained in this document.

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3.12 FORMATS AND MATERIALS RECEIVED BY THE MERCHANDISING DEPARTMENT

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S.No FORMAT/MATERIAL 1

PURPOSE OF USE

Size set and pilot run The size set and pilot run reports deal with reports.

all the points worth listing for the garment. This includes the measurement details for all the parameters as well as the quality tests

2

according to the buyers’ requirements. The Tech packs are the guidelines provided

Tech Packs

by the buyer for the garment construction and raw material sourcing. As already stated in the details of the Technical Folder, all the information can be obtained from this. It is 3

provided by the buyer to the merchandiser. Purchase orders are a formal announcement

Purchase orders

of the order booked by the merchandiser for the factory. This has all the details of the order

quantity,

destination.

The

shipment style

dates

and

numbers,

item

numbers and the Movex numbers are 4

Buyer Original Samples

mentioned by the company. The samples which are

used

as

the

reference for constructing samples by the company are provided by the buyer. The sourcing team also works out the fabric details and the finish of the garment from the 5

6

Customer

samples. Complaint The merchandiser maintains the complaint

Details

details for every sample and every order

Shipment details

dispatched coming under his buyer. The dates, mode of shipment, mode of payment,

Letter

of

Credit

details

and

destination of shipment are provided to the 7

Sampling Development file

merchandiser by the Dispatch department. The sample department maintains this file and sends the copies to the merchandiser concerned.

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INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

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machines will not bring significant difference, but it is the method engineering which can bring significant benefit.

4.1. Functions of Industrial Engineering Department: •

To understand the production capacity of the factory, and to draw up plans for an appropriate target output, suitable range of divided labor and optimum production.

•

To investigate the level of individual skills.

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To determine the time value for each work component under the motion study. This supports improvements and standardization.

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For use as a yardstick in evaluation of the operation.

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To draw up plans and make estimates for a change of product or for the construction of new orders.

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To obtain an evaluation standard for the order receiving, planning using the time study as the basis of control.

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To use the basic order for determining the unit cost manufacturing and the wage rate.

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For use as the basis for introducing a production control system.

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Take note of time period required for executing the order.

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To make the adequate machines available for making the style.

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To study the time complexities in the garment.

Depending on the above, decide the feasibility of the manufacture of the garment. •

Coordinate with the production and merchandising departments.

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To develop operation bulletin (OB) for every new style.

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To develop the new style requirement (NSR) sheet for the style.

4.1.1 Time study: It is a work measurement technique for recording the times and rates of working for the elements of a specified job carried out under specified conditions, and for analyzing the data so as to obtain the time necessary for carrying out the job at a defined level of performance. After doing the time study, improvements are made on the basis of time values and based on which gives targets to the workers. This consists of •

Breaking down of the work into minute work components.

•

Recording the time required to finish the work.

4.1.2 Record keeping •

Daily production report

•

Unit wise and style wise report.

•

Daily finishing report.

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Weekly production report.

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Production summary.

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Operating production chart

•

Efficiency chart for analysis

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Attendance chart

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Target charts for styles

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The IE department in the factory is assigned the following jobs Method Implementation in the batch.  To maintain the methods of the operation performed in the batch as implemented by GSD.  Follow-up on low output operators. Finding out reason for low efficiency and solving the problem to increase performance and productivity.  Off-standard & On-standard work details calculation  Maintaining Target stickers for each operation.  Issuing and maintaining gum sheets of each operator.  Finding out hourly production.  Size-wise loading and output calculation.  Generating Daily production report and style-wise efficiency report.  To conduct Time study of each operator at pre-fixed intervals.  Capacity report generation.  Create and update skill matrix of each operator & submit the same to personnel department.  Assist in Factory planning.

4.3 Operator production sheet Operator production sheets are maintained for each operator. Each operator is given a gum sheet in which he/she can fill in the number of bundles and pieces that he/she completed during that particular hour. This helps in bundle tracking, WIP and efficiency estimation of the particular operator. Gum sheets are issued to the batch as soon as the batch is loaded and it has to be signed by the Supervisor and AAMT after each hour. 4.4 Target Sticker Target sticker is prepared taking into consideration the SAM and the operation concerned. It consists of target efficiency and target production that the operator must achieve.

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4.5 Hourly Production Report Hourly production report is maintained by the IE department. Each operators opening and closing WIP is maintained after each 2 hours. Thus, production is constantly monitored for each 2 hours. WIP is also monitored and thus operators lagging behind in certain operations and thus accumulating WIP can be found out and preventive measures be taken. 4.6 Daily Production Report The IE department is also supposed to maintain a daily production report for each line. This report keeps track of pieces loaded, color and SAM, Production and total SAM earned that day. This is maintained everyday and thus gives a brief overview of how the factory performed on any particular day.

4.7 Style Wise Efficiency Report Style wise production report is also maintained by the IE department. It keeps a track of the number of pieces loaded, number of pieces produced, WIP, SAM earned, style and factory efficiency. This is reviewed by production manager who can thus get a crisp view of which line is lagging in production and efficiency. 4.8 Skill Matrix In Gokaldas Images six grades are given to operators’ i.e. A+, A, B+, B, C+, C,. They are assigning following three grades on the basic of type of operations they do. For both top and bottom garment the operators are given these three grades. NOTE: 1. Grade A+ •

Almost all operations of A category & performance

•

5 to 6 operations of B category.

2. Grade A •

Minimum of 6 to 8 operations of A category.

•

5 to 6 operations of B category

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4.8.1 FOR TOPS:

Grade A- Operations

Grade B- Operations

Att n/b collar with pattern

Attach yoke & edge stitch yoke Run stitch neck band

sleeve

placket

(manual & folder) & Attach main lable to yoke

stitch arrow Set sleeve

placket

& Attach main lable to yoke

Set

Grade C- Operators

Run stitch neck band Run stitch collar (profile)

stitch arrow Match & run collar

Hem front placket

Hem cuff or pocket

Close collar

Attach fashion placket

Close flap at bottom

Close cuff (folder)

Run stitch collar, cuff & flaps

Locking operations

Attach

front

placket T/S collar, shoulder

Stay stitch or gathering

(kansai / DNLS) Hem bottom (Manual)

Join shoulder (Manual &folder)

Sew pleats

Top stitch sides (FOA)

Hem side slit

Overlock small parts

Top stitch sides (DNLS)

Hem sleeve

Prepare main label & W/C label

Attach pocket

Attach side seam Overlock side seam & arm hole Sew darts (manual)

4.8.2 FOR BOTTOM

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Grade A- Operations

Grade B - Operations

Grade C - Operations

Attach lining to body

Attach main lable to Join waist band

Attach cargo pockets (SNLS)

yoke Sew for front pleats Attach waist band to inner

Attach cargo pockets (DNLS)

(shapes) Sew for back pleats

nylon Overlock slit (front)

Attach cargo pockets (DNSB)

Side seam lock stitch

Attach side label & size

Welt pockets

Side seam overlock

lable Overlock right fly

Top stitch upper and lower welt

Top stitch side seam

Stay stitch zipper

Attach waist band to body

Hem bottom (folder)

Stay stitch bottom

Close waist band

Hem bottom (manual)

Flap close (ready) stitch

Attach and close waist band Sew dart (knotting)

Hem pocket

(folder) Finish waist band (Ditch stitch)

Overlock front(side)

Attach facing to pocket

J- Stitch

bag Attach zipper to the Prepare waist band loops

Attach pockets

front Attach zipper to the Overlock rises

Hem bottom (blind)

lining Edge stitch waist band

Hem pocket facing

Close inseam (FOA with folder)

Below pieces

Tack waistband

Attach loops to waist Top stitch flap band Lock waist band edges

Draw cord prepration

Run stitch flaps Top stitch pocket Attach flap to front Join back rise

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sampling department and various samples of the product are developed in order to get the orders confirmed from the buyer. When the product is in the sampling stage, the buyer might suggest few alterations or changes as per the appearance and fit of the garment and the requirement of the style which are incorporated in the further samples and finally a green tag sample is made and approved by the buyer which is the actual representation of the product and handed over to the production floor as a guide for the operators to be followed while the bulk production is going on. Though sampling is a costly procedure but it identifies the various problems which might be faced during the bulk production if sampling is not done.

5.1 Functions of the sampling department: Receives the techpak from merchandising department. The sampling department performs the following functions: •

Develops samples and size-set for given order enquiry as mentioned in the sampling indent issued by the merchandising department.

•

Calculates fabricPattern and trim consumption thepattern garment. master developsforthe

•

Develops and rectify patterns as per buyer requirements and comments.

• •

Develops salesman sample, proto sample and fit samples. Pattern is digitized and grading done with the Maintain records for sample help development of CAD for various buyers.

•

Maintain sampling status and maintaining the same from time to time.

•

Develop embellishments and embroideries as per buyer requirement. Fabric consumption is calculated and Mini marker is developed

Proto-sample is developed as per the base pattern

Merchandiser gets the proto sample approved from

the buyer and the proto sample and base patterns 5.2Process Flow: are sent to the Sampling along with all the alterations suggested by the buyer

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Pre-production samples are developed only in size the corrections Pilot the run base is done onwith the all production line and one set of each size is developed in each colour Size-set is done on the production line and five samples of each size are developed Bulk production starts

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5.3Types of sample:  Proto-sample: - Proto-sample is made out of substitute fabric and substitute trims. It’s the first sample send to the buyer to get the idea to the garment. It is also known as development sample. Four copies of protosamples are made: •

One is send to the buyer.

•

One is send to Buying House.

•

One is send to the merchandiser or Mumbai head office.

•

One is kept in sampling department.

The samples are send along with the sample submit sheet. The protosample is further worked upon to get the 2nd proto-sample according to the buyer comments received.

 Fit-sample: - These samples are made to check the fit of the garments.

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 Size-set sample: - All the sizes of a particular style are made and send to the buyer. Size set samples are used for checking the grading. Five samples of each size are made for the size-set sample.  Pre-production sample: -This is made after the approval of style to be produced in bulk. This is made with actual fabric and in actual trims. Four PP samples are made.  Sealer sample: -This sample is made after the pre production sample with changes (if any) or no change and sealed so that the production can be started. It accompanies a package which contains following reports – •

Fabric package test report.

•

Garment package test report.

•

Shrinkage report.

5.4 Working Procedure: •

The package file is received from the merchandiser and the copies of it are handed over to the sampling manager, CAD in charge, sampling technician and the sampling QA in charge.

•

The pattern request is received from the merchandiser by the sampling manager for the following samples:  Proto Sample  Second Proto Sample  Fit sample  PP sample  Size set sample  Sealer sample  TOP sample  Shipment Sample

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The weekly plan is then generated based on the requisition received from the merchandiser and it is handed over to the sampling coordinator, CAD in charge, merchandiser and the sampling QA in charge.

•

The pattern cum sample requisition is given to the sampling coordinator by the sampling manager for manual patterns as per the buyer requirements.

•

The CAD in charge receives the package file from the sampling coordinator and after discussion with the sampling manager and the technician the package file copy is handed over and discussed with the concerned pattern maker.

•

The pattern maker after discussing with the technician makes the patterns according the details in the package file and hand over the patterns to the CAD in charge.

•

After the patterns are received by the CAD in charge, they are checked and are handed over to the CAD operators for digitizing, grading and adding shrinkage to the patterns.

•

The patterns along with the cutting plan are then handed over to the sampling coordinator who in turn hands them over to the cutters.

•

The requisition is raised for the fabric and accessories by the sampling coordinator and given to be signed by the sampling manager.

•

The feeding helpers do the loading as per the requisition of accessories and fabric to the cutters and tailors

•

The thread consumption is prepared and given to the sampling manger by the sampling coordinator from which the thread consumption chart is generated. This is done using the meter. The meter is attached to the sewing machine and the garment is stitched. The meter gives the amount of thread consumed (in meters). They then prepare the Thread Consumption Report. This report contains the details – Type of stitch, Stitching length, SPI, Consumption per meter. This is filled for all the stitches in the garment.

•

After receiving the fabric, the QA in charge holds a meeting with all in-line and end-line QA’s before the style starts.

•

Cutting and stitching of samples is then started.

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Measurement audit reports of in-line and end-line QA’s are checked and the final inspection report of samples is generated for the finished samples.

•

The sampling manager discusses with the merchandiser for the rejected samples and records them.

•

The approved samples are handed over to the merchandiser with comments. In case of any clarification required regarding the samples the merchandiser is contacted. The sampling procedure taking place at the various stages of sample

development in The Gokaldas Images is as follows: The base patterns are prepared in the head office at Tumkur Road and a proto sample is made in the sampling division at the head office and sent to the buyer for approval. Proto samples are usually made on the substitute fabrics and with the trims that are available in order to develop the style. Once the buyer approves the proto sample, a fit sample is made in order to develop the fit of the garment, usually done on substitute fabrics and it is then sent to the centralized sampling unit along with the base patterns. Using the base patterns, proto samples, fit samples and the alterations as mentioned by the buyer. As the order is confirmed and the merchandiser receives the purchase order from the buyer, four pieces are produced in the base size which is the actual representation of the style. All the trims and fabric used are as per the tech-pack and all the corrections are incorporated in these samples. The distribution of these samples is as follows:  One sample goes to the buying office from where the orders are placed.  One sample goes to the buyer.  One sample goes to the concerned factory where production has to take place. Pre-production sample acts as the sealer sample which hangs on the production floor to be used as a reference.

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After the pre-production samples are approved a size-set is made on the actual production line in which five samples in each size is produced and sent to the buyer for approval. After the size set pilot run is performed on the actual production line in order to acquaint the operators with the design and all the production related issues and difficulties are sorted out at this stage. The pilot run is performed to develop a set of samples in each size and each color.

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6. CAD DEPARTMENT Merchandiser sends an indent to the CAD department requesting for markers and patterns with required details. A marker is produced considering the width, shrinkage to finally know the fabric consumption. Bulk production markers are prepared to economize the fabric consumption. Lectra systems is used to develop the markers and patterns. Functions: •

Make production markers as per the production plan (i.e. according to the size ratio given by the ratio planner).

•

Make mini markers for consumption at the sampling stage.

•

Do digitizing, grading, and pattern making

•

Maintain record markers.

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6.1 PROCESS FLOW

Receipt of sampling indent from the merchandiser with tech-pack, sample etc (if any) or patterns from the pattern master

Making the patterns on Modaris (Lectra Systems software for pattern development.

Digitizing the patterns on the digitizer by Lectra Systems

Grading the patterns according to the desired sizes in accordance with the specs.

Development of mini markers for fabric consumption (sent to merchandiser for costing).

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Development of production markers to be issued to cutting department.(these are checked by the pattern master in terms of right grading etc.).

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7. TRIMS STORE 7.1 FUNCTIONS •

Receive the accessories from supplier (Domestic/International) and to store.

•

Maintain basic stock and maintain smooth flow of material.

•

To check the quality as per standard and quantity received from the supplier.

•

Rational use of accessories and accountability for the authentic use.

•

Coordinate with different departments for the accessories.

•

Coordinate with supplier, Merchandiser, and Purchase department.

•

Keep the dead stock maintain, if accessories having Buyer/brand name then destroying it.

7.2 Units for Measurement of Accessories:

Name Buttons Label Zipper Tassel Card board Carton Bar code sticker Hanger Elastic Velcro Thread Interlining Fusing Packing tape Poly bag Draw board Paper (drawing sheet for pattern)

Unit Per gross Per piece Per piece Per piece Per piece Per piece Per piece Per piece Per meter Per meter Per meter Per meter Per meter/Yard Per roll Per Kg. Per kg. Per Rim

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7.3 Process Flow

TRIMS RECEIVED

STORAGE OF INCOMING GOODS

PHYSICAL VERIFICATION OF TRIMS

10% QUALITY AUDIT

100%INSPECTION IF AUDIT FAILS

STORAGE OF TRIMS IN APPROPRIATE RACKS

ISSUE TO BATCHES

7.4 Standard Operating Procedure

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All the Trims like, Zippers, Buttons, Snaps, various types of Labels, Threads, Tapes, Draw cords, Elastics, “D” Rings are to be checked at the receiving point for Quantity & Quality. This has to be done O.C. # / P.O. # wise and item wise.  Allot area for “Incoming Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. Incoming goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Inspected O.K. Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. All inspected & accepted goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Rejected goods” (Inspection / Audit failed) to be stored here and to be disposed off as per instructions.  Allot area for “Inspection” and mark as “Inspection Area”. Provide Table with White Laminate and light illumination of minimum 1200 lux.  Allot area for “Return to Supplier”. In case of excess material receipt, the excess material to be returned to supplier. Only 5 % excess material than ordered should be accepted. The remaining to be returned to supplier. In case, if excess material received free of cost, this should be accounted separately as per instructions. )  Display approved Trim Cards, AQL chart, Other Instructions etc in the Display Board provided.  All incoming Trims must be - 10 % (or AQL 2.5 or as specified) (Random selection) - checked. If the items fail during Audit, 100 % of the items to be audited.

Results to be recorded in the concerned Formats and

circulated to the specified staff for necessary action.

7.5 Trims Inspection: 1. Quantity check: Compare the Receipt quantity with the Order quantity and ensure that is O.K. If there is any deviation, please take it up with the concerned for necessary action. 2. Visual check: Check the items for shade, color, Type, Style, write up etc., as per Specification sheet. If required, wash the appropriate Trims as per

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specification to see that shade variation, bleeding do not take place. In case of deviation, take it up with the concerned for necessary action. 3. Measurement check: Check the items for measurement to ensure they confirm to specification. 4. After ensuring that everything is O.K., make the “Trim Card” in specified sets and get it approved by concerned Marketing Staff and issue it to the concerned. 5. Issue the materials to the Factory concerned as per O.C. / P.O. copy and as specified along with “Trim Card”.

7.6 Trims Store In the Factory: Trims and Accessories Stores at Factories have to make the Quantity check for all the Items they receive from the Main - Trims & Accessories Stores. Copies of the Test results are to be received from the Main Stores along with the consignment for reference. In case, the Tests are not conducted at the Mains stores, Factory should organize for all the necessary tests and keep the records for reference. •

First of all, the trims store in-charge receives the PO copy. This PO copy contains various details such as the Sample Date, Prototype Sample, Order chart, RMR.

•

The trim store in-charge takes out only the Raw Material Status Report (RMR). This report gives the details as to the which trims are to be received, the consumption per garment, the required qty, the qty ordered, the qty received and the balance left to receive.

•

•

There are 2 parts to the trims store. •

Stitching Part

•

Packing Part

The stitching part is executed first. A copy of the RMR is firstly sent to main stores. The main trim store then sends the trims as per the ordered quantity with a Delivery Challan.

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•

When the trims are received, the unit checks them and makes an Inward Challan. 3% extra is always added as for wastage considerations.

•

The trims store head maintains a Daily Status Report of the trims that are issued from the main store and the balance left yet to receive. This is maintained for the internal reference of the trims store.

•

The inspection of the trims and accessories is done in the main unit itself. Hence, when the trims are received, they are only stored and issued to the production at the trims store.

•

However, for buttons counting is done. Inspection is done in case of Labels and Shrinkage test for Elastic. Only 1 roll or 1 box in the whole quantity of the labels received is inspected.

•

Out of the 1 roll or 1 box, 100 labels are inspected for defects or damages. •

If 4 defects are found, it is accepted. If 5 or more defects are found, then another 100 are checked.

•

In this 100 again if 4 defects are found, it is accepted. If 5 or more than 5 defects are found, then the entire lot is rejected.

•

•

In case of 100 labels, •

40 defective are acceptable.

•

50 are unacceptable.

•

And 40-50 are in the decision making process.

The rejected in then sent back to the main store. If the trims are accepted they are then issued t the production line.

•

There are many types of labels that are used in the production: •

Main Label – has the buyer’s name.

•

Content Label – contains the content of the fabric.

•

Size Label – size of the garment is specified

•

Tab Label – has the logo of the buyer.

•

ID/Wash care Label – has the wash care instructions for the garment

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For Elastic, the shrinkage test is carried out by the trims store: •

In this they measure 1m of the elastic and mark it.

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•

This elastic is then dipped in water for 15-20 mins.

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It is then dried naturally.

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Then the elastic are measured again.

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Then the shrinkage is calculated using the formula: Shrinkage (%) = [After wash – Before wash)/before wash] *100

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The report is made and sent to the merchandiser.

The trim store maintains a trim chart. In this chart following details are present – Fabric swatch Matching thread for the fabric -

fabric color

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fabric code

Button Button matching thread •

This chart goes to the merchandiser for the approval. The merchandiser signs the chart and sends back. The shades of the buttons (if present) are then approved from the buyer and signed.

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It should be not known that the buttons are of different shades (in case they are accepted) and hence, they are stuck to the chart at the backside.

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The rest of the trims are not inspected. After this inspection, a meeting is held between the trim store head, Industrial Engineer Department head, Production coordinator and the cutting department head.

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In this meeting it is decide as to which color and style has to be cut first for production. This is decided on the trims that are received. As to for which style and color the trims are available for production.

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After the meeting is over, the production starts. The cutting section then sends a Slip. This slip contains the details – Cut no, Size, Sr no, Lot no, Qty, Shrinkage, Shade.

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This is taken by the feeding helper who maintains a register called the Cutting Book. All the details of the slip are copied into this book, except the Shrinkage. The helper also fills in the time.

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The store then receives the Requisition Slip which contains the details – material, Qty indent (required), qty issued and the dept.

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The trims and accessories are then issued to the required dept as per the required qty.

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The trim store head also maintains a Stock Ledger. •

As soon as the materials are received, the left side of the ledger is filled up. Details – Date, Received from, DC No, PO No, IC No, Total receipts

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As soon as the materials are issued to the lines, the right side of the ledger is filled up. Details – Date, Issued to (line no), Regd Sr No, No of Pcs supplied, Balance left.

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After every 2-3 days the stocks are checked.

The trims store also maintains Bin Card. The bin card contains the details of the trims that are being stored in the rack, how much is issued and the balance. Details – Date, Received Qty, Date, Line no., issued qty, Balance.

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8. FABRIC STORE Gokaldas Images has a centralized main fabric store located at Tumkur Road. All fabric and interlining is received by the main fabric store and distributed further to various units according to required quantity. All the units have fabric sub stores located in the unit itself. The fabric main store consists of a fabric in charge, godown in charge, fabric checker, fabric QC, QA executive, stores assistant, computer operator, DTP operator and fabric assistants.

8.1 Functions of Fabric Store: The basic functions of the fabric store are: •

Storage and Segregation of Fabric for production.

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Storage of dead stock.

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Maintain basic stock.

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Co-ordinate fabric flow between cutting, processing, and audit department.

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Coordination between the Suppliers, Fabric processing, audit and cutting Department.

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Maintain account and documents in order to ensure regular flow of fabric and no shortage.

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Report maintained in the fabric department.

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Maintain inspection reports.

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Maintain inwards/outwards D.C.

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Approval reports about shade variation, width etc.

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Lab reports as inspection, GSM value, fastness, shrinkage etc

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Fabric status file

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8.2 Physical Testing & Inspection: Fabric is inspected by using a 4 point system. It is a projection of total defects based on the total number of defects found during inspection of a sample as a basis for acceptance/rejection criteria. In this point inspection system penalty points are assigned base on the standard fault. For every type of fault colored stickers are put, to identify serious defects in the subsequent process.

8.3 Four point Inspection systems: Fault Size 0 to 3 inches 3 to 6 inches 6 to 9 inches 9 & above

Point Assigned 1 2 3 4

Sticker color Yellow Green Blue Red

Acceptance/rejection of fabric: Penalty points found per 100 meter 40 points in power loom fabric 30 points in mill-made and imported fabric 40 – 60 points in power-loom fabric More than 30 points in mill-made & in imported fabric More than 60 points in power-loom fabric

Action Accept the lot Accept the lot Substandard lot Rejection of lot Rejection of lot

8.4 Common Fabric Defects Found Are:  Weaving Defects: •

Missing picks

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End out,

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Mixed filling

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Mixed ends

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Dropped pick

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Slubs

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Yarn distortion

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Weft bar

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Pattern fault

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Dobby faults

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Stop marks

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Smash

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Holes, etc.

 Dyeing/printing/finishing Defects: •

Bowing

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Color Bleeding

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Puckering

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Stains

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Skewed or biased

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Selvedge variation

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Scrimp etc.

8.5 Main Fabric Store: •

Check for the variations in the fabric.

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Physical testing for defects, shades and width variations.

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Approval, rejection or sub standardization of fabric lot.

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Classification of fabric in various shades

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Coordination with store, vendor, merchandiser and Fabric Processing Departments.

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Preparation of swatches mentioning shades and their respective quantity.

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The Fabric Audit dept. supplies the fabric for shrinkage check. The fabric (1 bit) =60*60 cm. Then on that they mark 50”*50” send it to washing dept. in washing the real shrinkage measure. An Audit check list is maintained in this section in which all the details of fabric flow right from delivery to inspection to dispatch to various units is recorded. Fabric in charge, QAE and Auditor are accountable for upholding of this check list.

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The fabric is issued, stored and inspected in the main stores. The fabric is issued from here to all the other GI units.

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First of all the merchandiser sends the Purchase order (PO) sheet to the fabric sub store head. The required number of pieces (garments) is given in the sheet.

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After this the Fabric Cutting Chart is received from the Cutting section head. In this chart the meters of fabric required by the cutting room is given.

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After this the sub store in-charge receives the Fabric Width and Shade Report. Thus according to the various shades, the fabrics are separated shade wise.

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Then the merchandiser sends the Lab Test Report and Shrinkage Report. This contains the results of the tests that are carried out in the unit lab.

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Next the in-charge receives the Fabric Quality Inspection Summary. This contains the inspection details of the fabric. This report also shows the status of the fabric.

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The in-charge then receives the Mini Marker from the merchandiser. This is also called the YY Sheet. This sheet contains the quantity of fabric required per garment (yy = meters/garment).

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Based on this the in-charge prepares a chart. This chart contains the fabric details (Swatch, Color, Order Quantity and the quantity required). The in-charge calculates the quantity of fabric required after adding the waste percentage.

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2 % is added as a waste percentage for fabric. 3 % is added for the rejection of garments. Hence, a total of 5 % of the order quantity is added. This is the total quantity of the fabric required to be ordered from the main stores.

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This chart is sent to the merchandiser and the required quantity of the fabric is ordered.

8.6 Standard Operating Procedures: The stores should have the following designated area: Allot area for “Incoming Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. Incoming goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Inspected O.K. Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. All inspected & accepted goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Rejected goods” (Inspection / Audit failed) to be stored here and to be disposed off as per instructions.  Allot area for “Return to Supplier”. In case of excess material receipt, the excess material to be returned to supplier. Only 5 % excess material than ordered should be accepted. The remaining to be returned to supplier. (Incase, if excess material received free of cost, this should be accounted separately as per instructions.)  Allot area for “Inspection” and mark as “Inspection Area”. Provide Fabric Inspection Machine or Table with White Laminate and light illumination of minimum 1200 lux.

8.7 Fabric Receipt: On receipt of Fabric in Ware house, the Fabric had to be checked against the P.O. #. / O.C. #. (Purchase order No. or Order confirmation No.) to ensure that it is the right item with right quantity as compared to order quantity, number of Rolls / Bales , Color etc. These items are to be stored separately in specified

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racks after entering these items in the “Stage” software and prepare necessary “Goods Receipt Note”. Inform shortages / Excess quantity received to Fabric Department and the Supplier concerned for necessary action. If the supply exceeds 105 % of the order quantity, organize to return the excess quantity to the Supplier.

8.8 Fabric Inspection - 4 Point system: The Fabric received are to be checked using “4 Point system” by using the “ Fabric checking machine” or Table. As far as possible avoid use of Tables for checking. Display the various types of defects for easy reference of the Checker. The acceptance criteria for various fabrics like “ Mill made “, “ Power Loom ” and “ Hand Loom ” vary and hence use the right criteria ( points ) as specified by Buyer / Fabric Department. A minimum of 10 % of the Rolls (Random selection) are to be checked. If the defect level exceeds the allowed limit, 100 % of the Rolls may be inspected after getting approval from concerned. Display Fabric defect standards (clearly marked “Acceptable” and “Not Acceptable”) and the criteria points per sq. yard / meters for passing the rolls / bales as accepted or rejected. Utilize SPC technique for Inspection of Fabric and prepare “U” chart for all the lots inspected. Display the defects like, Bowing – CSV, End to end shade variation, Defect Standards etc and “ Acceptable ” and “ Not Acceptable”. In case, the Fabric rolls / bales gets rejected ( for reasons of defects, shade variation, shrinkage variation more than allowed limits ) they are to be stored in the specified rack marked “Rejected Items”. Follow the procedure, laid out for returning the rejected items to the Supplier. Raise the “Goods Inspection Note” for the passed items as specified. Store the Fabric with proper Identification Tag (containing details like O.C. No./ P.O. No., date of receipt, Delivery note no., quantity received, number of rolls / bales, INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Shade details , Type of Fabric, Supplier details etc.).

Office records should

record the Rack number, where the item is stored for easy trace ability.. Single item should be kept in single rack location and never mix up fabrics of different O.C.’s / P.O.’s. Prepare Report in specified format and send it to the concerned (like Fabric Department, Marketing Department etc.). In case of deviation / short supply, highlight it, to take necessary action. Samples for Shade Band: Cut approximately 7 inches x 3 inches samples from each roll. Write the Roll no./ Bale no. in each sample along with O.C. No./ P.O. No., supplier, date of receipt , width etc. Mark grain direction. Make shade band of the Rolls received and accepted. Similarly make 4 to 6 sets of shade Bands for distribution as specified to Marketing and Factories. Marketing department will take it up with the Fabric Manager / Buyers Representative and provide the shade category (like shade A, shade B etc). Use Light Box with specified Light for shade segregation. If any center to selvedge shade variation problem occurs, such rolls are marked separately and should be advised to the CAD and Cutting section for revised Pattern Layout.

8.9 Samples for Laboratory Testing: Cut 1 meter length of fabric from each lot, mark Grain direction and sent it to Laboratory to conduct the following test. 1. Shrinkage Test. 2. Color Fastness test. 3. Rubbing Test - Dry & Wet. 4. Count & Construction.

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Record the Test results and file the Test certificate. Issue one copy of Test certificates to Marketing department for their action. 8.10 Storing and Issue to Factories: Based on the above information from Lab and Marketing, it is preferable to segregate the Rolls / Bales in various Shades and Group Shrinkage percentage wise and store them in the specified Racks with proper Identification Tag. This procedure is useful to avoid mix-up of various shades and shrinkage bands. The stores register should contain all the relevant details along with the Rack no, (where it is stored). While issuing to Production, issue as per shade band and shrinkage segregation wise. Issue the Shade band along with the materials to Factories.

8.11 Maintenance of Machines: All machines used in the Fabric ware house like, Fabric Inspection machine etc should carry Maintenance card and Preventive Maintenance card duly filled in.

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9. FABRIC STORE AT FACTORIES: 9.1 Process Flow FABRIC RECEIVED FROM H/O

FABRIC INSPECTION

O.K. FABRIC

DEFECTIVE FABRIC

STORAGE OF FABRIC

REJECTED GOODS RACK

FABRIC RELAXATION

RETURN BACK TO H/O

FABRIC ROLL SEGREGGATION

PREPARATION OF CUTTABLE RATIO

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9.2 Operating Procedure: The stores should have the following designated area: Allot area for “Incoming Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. Incoming goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Inspected O.K. Goods” and mark on the Rack concerned. All inspected & accepted goods to be stored here.  Allot area for “Rejected goods” (Inspection / Audit failed) to be stored here and to be disposed off as per instructions.  Allot area for “Inspection” and mark as “Inspection Area”. Provide Fabric Inspection Machine or Table with White Laminate and light illumination of minimum 1200 lux. Whenever the lighting level decrease, change the Tube light bulbs. 9.2 Fabric Receipt: Check & compare the Fabric quality & quantity received with “Delivery Note” against each O.C. #. / P.O. #.

and inform the deviations to the concerned.

Record the receipt along with storage location. Check the actual rolls / bales with the “Shade band card” came along with the Fabric. If required prepare “Shade band card” for the with details of roll number, length, shade number and issue it to Cutting section and other sections concerned for their reference. Store the material in Racks with proper Identification Tag as mentioned earlier. The Fabric receipt register to have the location of the Rack, where the fabric is stored. Under no circumstance, the Fabric should be kept on Floor. The following Test / Inspection

procedure to be followed - O.C / P.O. wise - for

the Fabric Rolls / Bales received for easy trace ability.

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7.3 Fabric Inspection: If the Fabric already under went 4-point inspection system in Fabric Ware house, collect and keep the copy of Inspection report & copy of Test results for all the Rolls / Bales received. If Fabric is not inspected using 4 point system, organize for Inspection as mentioned earlier. Display the type of defect and their acceptance level wherever required for each and every O.C / P.O. Inform the Test results of the Fabric received to all concerned for necessary action. Display Fabric defect standards (clearly marked “Acceptable” and “Not Acceptable”) 7.4 Shrinkage Test - (Rigid Fabric – Wash Program) 1. Shrinkage Test to be conducted for 10 % (Random selection) of the Rolls / Bales (unless otherwise specified). 2. Cut swatches from the Rolls / Bales received as specified to size 28 inches x 28 inches. It is preferable to use Metal Template # 1, for cutting the swatches. 3. Identify the Face side and back side. Mark the Roll #, O.C. / P.O. # date received on the back side of the swatch. Mark 4. Make 25 inches square

Metal Template # 2.

Mark horizontally and

vertically on the sides of the square. The length of lines may be 2 inches more or less at the center of the sides. This means the distance between horizontal lines, and the distance between verticals should be equal to 25 inches. 5. Bartack on the lines which are at 25” x 25”. 6. Over lock the edges of the swatch panels. 7. Wash the Swatch panel as per the “Wash Standard” given in the “Technical Specification” manual or specified by Marketing Department / Buyer. 8. Using Iron Box, iron lightly without using steam to make the washed swatch flat. 9. Measure the distance between the Horizontal and Vertical Bartacks using Stainless steel scale and record the reading. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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10. Calculate the Washing shrinkage percentage both horizontally and vertically (i.e. on warp side and weft side) and record it for each and every swatch. Compile the Roll / Bale wise shrinkage in the prescribed format. Record this information in each Identification Tags in each Roll (along with shade category). 11. Check the Washing shrinkage percentage “Range”. If the “Range” is more than 1.5 % , the Shrinkage Test to be conducted for all the Rolls / Bales received ( i.e. 100% of rolls ) 12.Check again the Washing Shrinkage percentage. For each 1.5 % step of absolute shrinkage , Multiple Markers to be prepared. ( for example , for absolute Shrinkage % range of 3.0 % to 4.5 % - Marker / Pattern # 1 , and for shrinkage of 4.5 % to 6 % - Marker / Pattern # 2- like that ). Segregate and store the Fabric as per their Shrinkage - Marker / Pattern range ( steps of 1.5% ). 13. Organize with Pattern Department for the preparation of Multiple Markers based on Shrinkage level. The Marker / Pattern should contain Shrinkage range for which they are prepared along with other information. 14. Color codifies the range of Shrinkage (steps of 1.5 %) for easy tractability during the subsequent process. This information should be available in the respective Patterns and “Specification sheet “. Note: In case the shrinkage range happens to be within 1.5 %, against Pattern #, put “–” (dash - indicating that there is only one Marker / Pattern for the P.O.) 9.5 Shade segregation for non- wash fabric: (Stretch & Rigid) 1. Cut swatches from all the Rolls / Bales received as specified to size 30 cms x 30 cms. It is preferable to use Metal Template for cutting the swatches. 2. Identify the Face side and back side. Mark the Roll #, O.C. / P.O. # date received on the back side of the swatch. 3. Using Light box with specified Light, segregate the swatches to visible shade Category. . INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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4. Fabric Manager segregates the Rolls / Bales as

Shade category as

“A”, “B”, “C” etc based on the shade of each Roll / Bale ( may be in consultation with Marketing department / Buyers representative ). 5. Group the Rolls / Bales as shade category of “A”, “B”, “C” etc. Color code each shade category. Write the shade category in the Identification Tags on each roll / bale and color code it. The swatch card issued to Cutting section, Sewing section,

Finishing section,

Packing section and Q.A.

Department should also contain this color codification ( along with Shrinkage % ). 6. Cutting section: - Cut the Rolls / Bales shade wise as per the required “Ratio” (of sizes during final packing). Cuttable ratio and quantity should be informed to Marketing, Q.A. department and Buyers representative in advance for approval. 7. Cutting section: - Mention shade category (“A”, “B”, “C” etc) on the Cut Panels. Color code the shade category during Bundling. 8. Sewing section: - Identification Tag used in Sewing section should have the shade category mentioned in it for trace ability purpose. 9. Packing section: - Packing should be done in such a way that one Carton should contain only one shade category of Garments. Note 1: In case , there is no shade variation , against Shade # , put “ –” ( dash - indicating that there is only one Shade for the O.C / P.O.). Note 2: Shrinkage test to be done for 10 % of the Pocketing fabric.

7.6 Shade segregated for wash program: (Stretch & Rigid) 1. Cut swatches from all the Rolls / Bales received as specified to size 30 cms x 30 cms.

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3. In case of Denim Fabric, join all the swatches by over lock to make a Blanket. 4. Wash the Swatch Blanket as per specified wash program. 5. Fabric Manager segregates the Rolls / Bales as

Shade category as “A”,

“B”, “C” etc based on the shade of each Roll / Bale by viewing under Light Box with specified Lamp. 6. Group the Rolls / Bales as shade category of “A”, “B”, “C” etc. Color code each shade category. Write the shade category in the Identification Tags on each roll / bale and color code it. The swatch card issued to Cutting section should also contain this color codification (along with Shrinkage %). 7. Cutting section: - Cut the Rolls / Bales shade wise as per the required “Ratio” (of sizes during final packing). 8. Cutting section: - Mention shade category (“A”, “B”, “C” etc) on the Cut Panels. Color code the shade category during Bundling. 9. Sewing section: - Identification Tag used in sewing section should have the shade category mentioned in it for trace ability purpose. 10. Segregate Garments shade wise, bundle it separately, before dispatching to Laundry to undergo specified wash program. (Mention wash program in Identification Tag along with other information like O.C./ P.O.# etc.). 11. Washing Plant: - Wash Garment shade wise with different “Recipes” (developed already) to bring all shades to one common standard shade. 12. Packing section: - Packing should be done in such a way that one Carton should contain only one shade category of Garments. 13. The shade band cards should be available with Cutting, Sewing, Finishing, Packing, Q.A. Department, Marketing and Buyers representative.

Note: In case , there is no shade variation , against Shade # , put “ –” ( dash indicating that there is only one Shade for the O.C / P.O.)

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9.7 IRONING SHRINKAGE TEST FOR RIGID FABRIC: 1. Shrinkage Test to be conducted for 10 % (Random selection) of the Rolls / Bales (unless otherwise specified). 2. Cut swatches from the Rolls / Bales received as specified to size 28 inches x 28 inches. It is preferable to use Metal Template # 1, for cutting the swatches. 3. Identify the Face side and back side. Mark the Roll #, O.C. / P.O. # date received on the back side of the swatch. 4. Make 25 inches square

Metal Template # 2. Mark horizontally and

vertically on the sides of the square. The length of lines may be 2 inches more or less at the center of the sides. This means the distance between horizontal lines, and the distance between verticals should be equal to 25 inches. 5. Bartack on the lines which are at 25” x 25”. 6. Over lock the edges of the swatch panels. 7. Iron the Fabric Swatch as per the specified “Ironing Standard “. 8. Measure the distance between the Horizontal and Vertical Bartacks using Stainless steel scale and record the reading. 9. Calculate the Ironing shrinkage percentage both horizontally and vertically (i.e. on warp side and weft side) and record it for each and every swatch. Compile the Roll / Bale wise shrinkage in the prescribed format. Record this information in each Identification Tags in each Roll (along with shade category etc.) 10. Check the Iron shrinkage percentage “Range”. If the “Range” is more than 1.5 % , the Shrinkage Test to be conducted for all the Rolls / Bales received ( i.e. 100% of rolls ) 11. Check again the Ironing Shrinkage percentage. For each 1.5 % step of absolute shrinkage, Multiple Markers to be prepared. (for example, for absolute Shrinkage % range of 0.0 % to 1.5 % - Marker / Pattern #I 1 , and for shrinkage of 1.5 % to 4.5 % - Marker / Pattern # I 2- like that here I represent pattern accounting for Iron Shrinkage ). Segregate and store the Fabric as per their Ironing Shrinkage - Marker / Pattern range (steps of 1.5%). INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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12. Organize with Pattern Department for the preparation of Multiple Markers based on Shrinkage level. The Marker / Pattern should contain Shrinkage range for which they are prepared along with other information. 13. Color codifies the range of Shrinkage (steps of 1.5 %) for easy tractability during the subsequent process. This information should be available in the respective Patterns and “Specification sheet “. Note:

In case the Iron shrinkage range happen to be within 1.5 %, against

Pattern # , put “ –” ( dash - indicating that there is only one Marker / Pattern for the P.O.). Rarely ironing shrinkage exceeds 1.5 %.

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10. CUTTING DEPARTMENT The first stage in the manufacture of garment is the cutting of the material into the necessary pattern shapes. This is the place where the raw material enters the production chain. This is the place where most critical elements of cost dance to the music of production. This is the “Cutting Room”. And, the aim is process optimization control wastage. Increase efficiency wastage in the cutting room happens in the form of uncontrolled end wastage, unscientific splicing, improper marker and operator inefficiency. Bottlenecks increase the throughput time, which is a significant loss on the critical time. Cutting is the primary level of activity in the production process. Efficiency of entire unit can depends on the cutting section. A good as well as a bad garment can be associated with the cutting section. The problem could be curbed and corrected at the first stage before reaching the sewing section. Cutting production starts with the receipt of raw materials /fabric and then the actual conversion of raw materials to various shapes on the basis of marker drawn. The cut parts are bundled on the basis of color, size, style etc. cutting section hence is the backbone of the unit and that is why this section needs to be taken well care of. Points to be considered: •

Check for the presence of master pattern before commencing the bulk cutting.

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All the patterns received by the factory should be thoroughly checked for notches, seam allowances, and alignment with other panels

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All markers made for cutting should be either duplicate at the factory or by using multiple carbons

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Each pattern should have a grain line marking

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10.1 Process Flow: MARKER PLANNING

MARKER MAKING

MARKER CHECKING

FABRIC REQUISITION & RECEIVAL

LAYING

QUALITY AUDIT

LAY RELAXATION

MANUAL MARKING

NAMING OF PANELS

CUTTING

QUALITY AUDIT

SOBAR NUMBERING

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FUSING (IF NECESSARY)

100% PARTS CHECKING

PARTS REPLACEMENT

BUNDLING

CUT PART STORAGE

ISSUE TO BATCHES

10.2 Functions: •

To make the cut order plan for all type of fabrics i.e. shell, lining, interlining according to the PO

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Getting the markers made from the CAD

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Checking the patterns with the actual patterns

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Draw manual markers

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Getting the fabric issued from the stores according to the cut order plan

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Laying the fabric

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Meeting the requirement of the sewing department by providing them with the cut panels on the right time

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Ticketing and bundling of the cut panels

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Returning the remnant roll to the stores

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Maintaining the records

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Checking the quality of the cut panels

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The work for cutting department starts right from the point of order confirmation. The CAD department prepares the marker length using the pattern and the sample prepared by the Sampling Department. It also makes estimation for the consumption of the fabric for that particular order. The results then communicated to merchandiser. Once the order gets confirmed for bulk production then first they cut the garment component for the pilot run. Once it is over then the Cutting, The IED, Sewing, and Planning Department sits together to decide the no. of pieces to be cut and supplied in advance, in accordance with the productivity derived for that style from the pilot run. The cutting department, 1 or 2 days in advance from the cutting date procures the fabric then the fabric issued to the spreader is properly laid according to the specified marker length and width. The number of piles depends upon the type of Fabric, its thickness, cutting method and the desired height of lay. The no. of plies also depends on type of fabric and weight. After the fabric is laid QC checks the lay for the defects like Leaning, alignment, Uneven Tension, Narrow goods, and other fabric defects. Then the marker is spread on the top of the lay. Stickers including all the details as PO no, cut no, style no, part name, part number and sizes is affixed on the top of the lay of all individual parts. Before cutting the last inspection of lay has been done to check that the marker is coming well in the lay’s width and length so it can properly cut. Cutting room is one of the core areas in any garment organization. As a unit cutting room has a greater effect on excessive manufacturing cost than any other department concerned with the actual production of garments.

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2. Mini marker 3. Fabric requisition slip 4. Table plan 5. Minusing register 6. Lay slip 7. Lay order report 8. Spreading quality report 9. Cutting quality report 10. Hourly report of numbering 11. Hourly report of fusing 12. Re-cutting register 13. Hourly report of sorting and bundling 14. Cut parts issue register 15. Parts bank (cut panels) 16. Fabric completion report

10.4 SORTING AND BUNDLING: The role of Sorting Department in the Factory is to coordinate and facilitate production in the Sewing Department. After cutting sorting takes place where numbered stickers are put on all parts of the garment according to the lays i.e. all cut parts from one Lay are given one number. Sorting Department is labor intensive since the work involves selection and bundling requires human discretion. The process is bundling where all cut parts are made in to bundles. If Fusing is required in some parts (as collar, Neckband, placket, and cuff) it takes place before bundling but after Sorting.

10.5 Operating Procedures: Relaxation of Stretch Fabric:

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1. Unwind fabric from Roll and lay on Table / Flat area in concentric folds. It is preferable to stager the folds (for Denim rolls – it is a must). Allow for 24 hours of relaxation. The Lay should not touch any other item and nothing should be kept on the lay which may prevent normal relaxation. The idea is to see that, “stretch” occurred during the time of converting into “Roll” form, returns to its normal condition. Generally the Rolls are wound in tight condition to save volume & space. 2. Attach the Relaxation History Tag to each and every roll that is relaxed indicating the O.C. / P.O. #, Type of Fabric, Length & width of roll, Date & starting time of relation, Date and ending time of relaxation etc. 3. After allowing for 24 hour relaxation, the roll is ready for Laying & Spreading. Enter the Actual Date and ending time of relaxation in the Tag. 4. Lay and spread the Fabric as per Lay Slip and specification. 5. Allow a minimum of 3 to 6 hours in the Spread condition as “Lay Relaxation” before any other operation takes place. 6. Check for spreading quality. Perform the subsequent operations like Mark / lay C.A.D. Marker etc., as usual.

10.6 Fusing Section: 1. Cut Fabric Swatch with Square Template of size 12 inches x 12 inches. 2. Get the specified Interlining and cut it to size. 3. Fuse the Fabric and Interlining with specified Temperature, Pressure, and Time. 4. Allow for relation of the Fusing. 5. Measure the size and find out the Fusing Shrinkage and record it. Inform to concerned people like Patter section for necessary action. Check for Shade variation if any due to Fusing. If you observe any shade variation, take it up with the concerned for necessary corrective action. 6. Wash the Swatch as per “wash program standard” or as specified. 7. Check the Fusing for fusing defects like – Peel off, Bubbles etc. Inform the deviations / defects if any to the concerned for necessary corrective action. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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8. Display the Swatch, Interning, and Fused swatch in the Board.

Note: All the reference cards should be displayed in the concerned Display Boards and Files should be available in the concerned places.

10.7 Maintenance of Machines: All machines used in the Cutting section like, Spreading machine, Cutting machine, Band Knife, Fusing machine etc should carry Maintenance card and Preventive Maintenance card duly filled in. General Points to be observed: The following points to be taken care of in the Cutting section: Display SOP‘s in English and Local language.  Display approved Garment: – In case of critical styles with specific line placements, required layout of parts to be highlighted and displayed for easy reference and access to all.  Fabric and Management Report: – To be recorded & displayed against each O.C. / P.O. – (a) all Fabric status details style / color wise, (b) Shade swatches, color standards duly approved , (c) Parts replacement % style wise.  Cutting CAD Marker: - All Markers to be generated by CAD. Authenticity of the same is being confirmed by Cutting Room Auditor. Markers to be color coded in case of Multiple Pattern usage (due to variation in shrinkage). 

Bar Numbering: - All panels to be numbered using Bar Stickers. Color code So Baring in case of multiple pattern usage.

 Storage of Cut parts: - Use Flat racks for storing cut parts. Mobile cut parts storage also to be use. Use polythene bags to prevent dust and stains.  Quality control: - Defined Quality control procedure in practice and record to be available.  Notches on Patterns: - Process Audit to be done by Department Auditor.

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 Cut Panel Audit :- Cutting section QA to audit all cut parts, top, middle and bottom with the original pattern and record findings and initiate corrective action as required.  Cut Panel Inspection: -

Cut panel

inspection

to be conducted in a

separate area in the department. The defect standards to be displayed at this area, style wise acceptable, not acceptable clearly marked & displayed separately. Replacement of defective parts to take place from the same rolls. Record of % replacement of parts to be maintained with clear record for shade and shrinkage category.  Fabric Laying / Relaxation :- Relaxation / Lay start / Lay end / Cutting start time to be record in case of stretch fabric  Fabric Laying / Spreading: - Fabric laying / spreading is to be audited and recorded.  Fusing setting requirement: - Fusible lining compatibility reports confirming the Temperature / Pressure / Time to be displayed along with sample. Machine Maintenance record to be displayed.  Fusing Records: - Temperature setting, bonding strength to be audited and recorded 4 times per day on fixed times. The first tests to start at the start of the fusing followed at 2 Hours intervals.

The days record to be

available on display.  It is preferable to cover all the Fabric Swatches with transparent polyethylene sheet to prevent dust etc.  All the Inspection and Checking area to be provide with a minimum of 1200 Lux light level. Whenever the lighting level decreases, change the Tube light bulbs. The Table tops to be of white laminated.

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11. SEWING DEPARTMENT

The final garment comes out of a sewing department because of a set of wellcoordinated steps in each of the batches. It is the most dynamic department of all. The layout, machines, batch size, no. of Batches, method of operation, no. of workers on the floor etc can get changed according to the new style, order quantity or production plan. Once the Order gets confirmed for a particular style the planning department comes in to action. It planned in well advance that which unit is going for Production as well as the Quantity. It allocates the quantity & job order to different units based on their capacity. Then the IED Department in collaboration with Factory Manager, decides the batch size, number of Batches and daily target to be achieved by the each batch. Other details such as no of stitches/inch at different areas, measurement for different sizes, placement of trims etc are finalized and standardized at the sampling stage.

11.1 Reports maintained by Sewing Department •

Daily production report

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Purchase order sheet

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Folders send by IED for every P.O.

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Manpower report

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Hourly production report

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Monthly labor report

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Batch order completion

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Batch planning file

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Cutting loading book

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Time and motion study

11.2FUNCTION OF SEWING DEPARTMENT •

The shift starts at 9:30 am in the morning. The inline quality controller checks the un-finished pieces of the garment and check against the original sample garment.

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The line supervisor check the hourly production of each part of the garment and also check the daily production status which have details regarding line numbers, order details, particular regarding man power and the machine available , line’s expected and actual target operation target , WIP and the operator daily operation output

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The supervisor also ensures that necessary thread, label and tapes are available with operator.

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The target is hanged in each line for a particular style of a garment.

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The pieces are inspected carefully and then feed into line.

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They check the 1st ply, middle ply and last ply in a cut-piece bundle at the time of feeding or when cut pieces arrives in sewing room.

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The pieces are marked and notched by template for the particular operation at the time of feeding or inline process.

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When major problem arises in the line during production then quality people put the check point over there for finding the reason for the problem and solving the problem.

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11.3Process flow

P.O.WISE PLANNING

M/C LAYOUT

BATCH SETTING

PILOT RUN

BULK PRODUCTION

100% CHECKING

DISPATCH TO FINISHING SECTION.

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11.4Sewing The operator in the lines have been trained on the operations they are required to perform and have been given specific instruction as to how to carry out the operation for each style. They have also been taught certain technical aspects of sewing such as stitch length, bight width, and thread tension etc. so that they can tell at once if at all there are any problems with their machines. They have also been taught minor adjustment so that time is not wasted in calling the service technicians. Each operator is responsible for his/her own workmanship and thus, has the responsibility of checking the quality of sewing as the operator is performed. Moreover a Job card is hanged on the machine for showing mock stitch sample. PROCESS 1: Feeding to the batches/sewing lines  Receive Cut panels from sorting section and verify against the delivery note.  Panels are stored style wise / color wise /size wise with identification.  Line plan is received from the Supervisor/Floor in charge.  Cut panels are issued to the batches according to the Line plan.  Trims are collected from Sub stores and issued to the batches according to the cut panels issued by Sorting.  Entry is made n the register and report t given o the Supervisor/ Floor in charge.  The Order completion report is prepared after the completion of the order.  Approval is taken from Production Manager / Floor in charge and handed over OCR to the Execution team and materials to the Stores. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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PROCESS 2: Production Monitoring during the sewing process  The attendance is counted and updated on the board  The On-date target on the production sheet and the board based on information from IED is written.  The hourly production in the production sheet is noted down.  Divide the past pieces size wise from end of the table and issue to helper for bundling.  Notify the hourly production operation wise to the supervisor, floor in charge and assistant production manager.  The production details are written on the board kept in the Batch and the main board.  The information on machine breakdown, no cut panel/material feeding, pending pieces, batch setting idle time is collected for every work.  The report of on-date batch loading, production and balance production is sent to the Production manager. PROCESS 3: Rework Monitoring plans  Defective piece is identified by the operator/checker/QC.  The details of the piece and the type of defect identified, is recorded in the format.  A red arrow sticker is put on the garment and kept separately from the WIP.  The Supervisor is notified and possibility of alteration is looked into. o If Alteration possible 

The alteration is done depending on the type of the defect found.

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The alteration is verified and approval from QC is taken

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The altered piece is issued to the next process.

o If Alteration is not possible 

The defective piece is sent for review by the supervisor.

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The piece is sent to the Cutting/Finishing with delivery note.

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Raise requirement for Re-cut and inform cutting section

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The re-cut panels are received from cutting.

11.5 Operating Procedure: The following procedures are followed in the Sewing section. These are to be displayed on a Display Board kept at the end of the Batch.

11.5.1 Style Analysis & Line Plan: For each and every O.C. / P.O, Style Analysis has to be made , stating the

sequence of operations,

Sewing machines to be used,

Folders,

Attachments, Presser Foots etc to be used. All critical operations to be marked. Line Plan show the actual sequence of operations, number of stations for each operations or combination of operations.

This will also show the Marker

positions, Iron Table positions, Quality checking positions.

11.5.2 Pre-Production Sample: Pre-Production Samples has to be made with materials as specified in the O.C. / P.O.

These samples have to be checked for Measurements, Visual

Defects, Stitching defects, shape etc.

Send the samples to the Buyers

representative and get his comments. Re-stitch the garment, if the comments are major otherwise; take care of the minor comments during actual production. If required, modify the “Patterns” to take care of measurement deviations and shape. Take care of the non-conformances with appropriate department. Since bulk production is going to be based on the pre-production, sufficient care has to be taken and important points to be noted down for future use.

11.5.3 Size set / Pilot Run: Conduct the Pilot Run and Size set in the actual Sewing Batch set for the particular O.C. / P.O. Pilot run quantity should be for a minimum of 25 garments. It is preferable to cover all the sizes during the Pilot run. Check the garments for INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Measurement, visual defects,

materials used, Fusing defects, right type of

Folder / Attachment / Pressure Foot usage etc. If the garment has a “Wash program”, check the garment after specified wash for the above.

Check for

shrinkage, shade variation, bleeding properties, breakage of stitches, damages to Trims etc. Involve Buyers representative, Head office Q.A. During the Pilot run and get their approval. Modify the “Patterns / Multi Patterns”, etc based on the actual shrinkage observed during Fusing, Ironing,

Washing. During Pilot run

stage, ensure that all the materials required are available, based on the Pilot Run experience (especially the actual fabric requirement, requirement of other Trims, Threads etc). In case if you observe any non-conformance, take it up with the concerned immediately to avoid confusion at a later stage.

11.5.4 Pre-Production Meeting & Minutes: Pre-Production Meeting to be conducted at the Factory with members from Buying Office, Factory Quality section, Head office Quality Department, Cutting section, Sewing section, Finishing section along with Plant Manger and Production Manger. In the meeting these points should be taken care of during bulk production for better productivity and Quality. Modification in Measurement chart, concession offered by Buyers representative etc to be duly signed by them for further use. The minutes to be prepared for future reference.

11.5.5 Job Description & Mocks: Job description and Mocks to be prepared for each and every operation, including the Marking & In-line Ironing.

Mocks to be prepared by the actual

Operator on the machine for that particular operation and the Mock to be approved by the Line Supervisor, Mechanic and Q.A. Critical operations are to be marked clearly, Seam allowance & SPI to be mentioned, such that due care can be taken during the process of manufacturing. The job description should contain details like, name of Operation, Machine used, Needle used, Color & type and ticket number of Thread used. Stitches per Inch, etc.

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11.5.6 Machine setting Card / Maintenance Card / Preventive Maintenance: Each machine to have the Machine setting card, detailing the SPI, Presser foot,

Attachments , Folders,

Guides, Jigs and their

specification, seam

allowance, needle details etc. Record the Settings done on that machine, each and every time with date and time. The Maintenance card to contain the name of machine, type of machine, make of machine, machine number, details of maintenance done with date and time, details of preventive maintenance done with date and time.

11.5.7 In-Line Ironing Tables: It is preferable to have Iron Tables with Vacuum suction as In-line Iron Tables. Wherever required use right type of Bucks’ The Template used to have the marking of the Patter # with colour code in case of Multiple patterns ( based on shrinkage ) along with other details like O.C #./P.O. # etc.

11.5.8 Attachments / Folders / Guides / Jigs: Style Analysis should be done before the

PP sample and necessary

Attachments / Folders / Guides / Jigs – with specification required to be found out and organized well in advance. These details should be recorded. Sewing Allowance guide to be attached to all the Over Lock machines. Material Handling Equipment: Where ever required Material Handling Equipments like, Movable Trolleys, Hanging Rails, Movable Clip Hanger rails, Cut parts trolley, Sewing line trolley, Gravity Chutes,

Slant Trays, Trays, Telescopic Bars , Bin Trolleys & Bins,

Racks , etc to be provided for easy handling and to avoid stains etc. Maintenance of these Equipments is equally important. Remove the “Thread pieces” from the Wheels of the Trolleys. Clean this equipment at least once in a week to prevent dirt, dust, etc. Oil the moving parts like wheels and take care to see that the spillage of Oil do not spoil the Garments. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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11.5.9 Quality control in sewing line: All the Inspection and Checking area to be provide with a minimum of 1200 Lox light level. Whenever the lighting level decreases, change the Tube light bulbs. The Tables to be of White Laminate. 11.5.10 In-Line Process control: Follow the Random Sampling Technique method of In-line checking of all the operations and more care to taken for the critical operations. Use Statistical Process Control tools and prepare “Attribute Control Charts” for – visual defects and “Variable Control Charts” for Measurements. Monitor the Charts at regular intervals and take necessary correction action immediately. 11.5.11 End-Line Inspection: All garments are to be 100 % checked at this point and necessary corrective action to be taken. To enable proper checking display the “ Approved Garment ”, Buyers comments on the approved Samples , Trim card , Fabric Swatch card, Fabric defect standards ( clearly marked “ Acceptable ” and “ Not Acceptable ” ). Display all the relevant files and details as instructed from time to time. Attach a Follow up card, which details the nature of defect and the remedial action taken. This will ensure that the Garment has been rectified and free from defect. 11.5.12 Measurement Control: Display the Measurement chart / In-process Measurement chart (in case of wash program), Diagram showing the method of measurement etc. Multiple Pattern Category # and their shrinkage ranges with color coding. Measure at least 10 % of the Garments produced for the day. Prepare “Variable Control chart” for necessary corrective action. Sewing Supervisors , Production Mangers and Q.A.’s should regularly- at least 4 times in a day - see the In-Line and End Batch check sheets and take

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necessary corrective action. These corrective actions are to be recorded at the back of these check sheets. Statistical data on DHU (Defects per 100 units). Like Daily line defect %, Weekly %, Month % etc to be collected and analyzed Graphs, Bar charts, Histogram etc to be drawn for analysis. 11.6 FACTORY PRE-PRODUCTION MEETING 1. PP Meeting is held 5 days prior to starting production, this includes cutting. 2. It is Factory Manager’s responsibility to schedule all PP Meetings 3. All PP Meetings must be attended by following personnel: a. Factory Manager b. Production Manager c. Quality Assurance Manager d. Cutting Room Manager e. Senior Supervisor f. Industrial Engineer g. Head Mechanic h. Roving QC i.

End line QC

j.

Finishing Manager

4. In order to hold the meeting, the following items must be available: a. Style file, incorporating tech spec b. Approved sample, signed and stamped c. Trim card (approved for bulk production) d. Fabric swatch (approved for bulk production) including shade bands. Swatch must clearly define face side with approval stamp e. Approved mending of embroidery(with approved thread colors) f. Approved wash standards, and/or any treatments required, e.g. Sand blasting/tints/abrasion etc. g. Cut work for factory INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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5. Each

department

is

responsible

for

providing

the

relevant

information/items. 6. Each department must ensure all relevant information/items are available and handed to planning department two days before PP Meeting is scheduled. 7. PP Meeting schedule is issued by Planning Department 8. Every Meeting is documented with: a. Personnel attended b. Notes/observation/areas of concern 9. Two factory PP samples are made after the meeting and before production starts a. The line supervisor is responsible for making factory PP samples and Roving QC will assist on any quality/technical issues b. The line supervisor and roving QC are responsible for measuring and evaluating PP Sample. All measurements comments are documented on the Factory PP evaluation sheet. 10. The factory pp sample must be evacuated and approved by technical department before the production starts. Production will not be allowed to start until this procedure has been satisfied and sample has been approved.

11.7 Factory Pilot Run 1. Factory has to proceed with production once Factory PP Sample is approved. 2. Cutting room must ensure a minimum pilot is cut, 10 pieces per size to be issued for style introduction. 3. If fusing is required, check fusing conditions and shrinkage at this stage. Findings are recorded. 4. Sewing floor proceeds with style introduction ensuring that all pieces are fed through the line. 5. Sewing floor starts the sewing of the pilot pieces following the technical specifications.

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11.8PILOT EVALUATION PROCEDURES: 1. Pilot evaluation is conducted on all first offline garments 2. Representatives of Quality and Production departments are present during the evaluation. 3. Garments are checked for correct trims/labeling etc. 4. Garments are checked against tech specification for construction. 5. Garments are checked for quality conformance to customer standards and tolerances. 6. Garments are checked for measurement against approved size chart 7. After that, tolerances and standards for bulk production are agreed by all those who are present there. 8. QA Manager and Pressing Supervisor then establish pressing methods and standards. 9. QA

Manager

and

Pressing

Supervisor

check

the

garment

for

measurement after pressing. 10. QA Manager and Packing Supervisor ensure packing standard set. Garment must have correct hanger, swing tickets, price tickets etc. 11. Garments from first offline are held as bulk standard at end line inspection, final inspection, pressing and packing. All must have Pilot evaluation reports attached.

11.9QUALITY CONTROL- System/Procedures 11.9.1 TRAFFIC LIGHT SYSTEM: •

Green : Good – workmanship to correct quality standards (0 faults found)

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Yellow: Minor – warning, workmanship in danger of falling below required quality standard (1 minor fault found) and it includes excessive hanging thread.

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Red

: Major – workmanship below specified quality standards (1 or

more major faults found)

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PROCEDURES: Alert Green: Step 1. Roving QC examines 7-10 pieces Step 2. Zero faults found Step 3. Attach green disc and proceed to next inspection (operator)

2nd re-inspection: 1. Roving QC examines 7-10 pieces 2. A) Zero faults found-replace green disc and proceed to next operator B) One or more faults found, minor or major- Red disc remains same, highlight fault,

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12. WASHING DEPARTMENT 12.1 Process Flow: Receive garments from finishing department

Check garments in accordance to the quantity mentioned in D.C. Store garments in before wash racks

Buyer approved wash standard received from merchandiser Carry out 1st bulk wash

Identify the faults and make changes to the

Bulk wash ranges send to buyer with

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The washing section head receives the recipe and the desired finish (wash) in the garment from the merchandiser, who gets this specification from the buyer. •

According to the wash and the recipe the washing section prepares 3-5 samples and sends to the buyer. The buyer approves one of the samples.

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The washing section also alter the recipe accordingly and use.

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After the buyer approves the sample, a Lot is given that wash (bulk washing). 2 samples out of the bulk lot are sent to the buyer again for approval.

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If the buyer finds the earlier sample similar to the 2 new samples, it is passed. Once it is passed, the bulk washing starts for the entire style production (same recipe as made by the washing section is used).

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Along with the garments comes the Delivery Challan. This Challan contains the details of the buyer name, style number and the number of garments received for washing.

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When the garments are received, it is checked if the garment is soft or hard. If the fabric is soft, then the garment is just washed with a softener.

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If the garment is hard then the garment undergoes a proper Wash Cycle. •

The wash cycle starts with the process of Desizing. This is the process of starch/size removal which makes the garment stiff.

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In the process of Desizing, firstly the garments are put in the industrial washing machine. Along with the garments are added 1000 liter of water and chemicals – Cotflax + Lube + Wetting agent. Steam is also passed through.

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•

If the wash is specified as a stone was, then pumice stone is also added along with the chemicals.

•

•

The conditions maintained for this process are: •

Time – 30 mins

•

Temperature – 60° C

Stones are used to remove the fuzziness and the raised texture on the garment surface. The stone also causes abrasion, which gives the garment a rugged look and feel.

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After 30 mins, the stone is removed and the process of Enzyme Wash is given to the fabric.

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The water is let out until the water capacity in the machine is 800 l. That is, 200 l is let out. The chemicals added in this process are acid of 6.5 pH and an enzyme. Two types of enzymes are generally used. •

Acid enzyme – generally used for garments that are yarn dyed.

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Neutral enzyme – generally used for denims and for garments made of white fabric.

The conditions maintained for this process are:

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•

Time – 40 mins

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Temperature – 55° C

The washing section maintains a pH format. This format gives the exact pH to be maintained for the acids used. This is maintained in the pH Standard Report. This report is sent by the buyer.

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After this process, the garments are drained of the entire water. They are then washed once in fresh water and then loaded once again in the washing machine for the Over Dyeing process.

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The garments are loaded with 700 lt of fresh water. To this the color (tint) is added. Along with this salt is also added and the garments washed for 10 mins.

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Then after 10 mins, soda is added and the garments washed for about 10 mins. The use of soda causes the garments to smell,

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hence to remove this smell Acetic acid is added and the garments washed for 4 mins. •

After this process the garments are drained of the entire water. They are washed in fresh water and then dried in the Hydro extractor.

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After this the garments are again rinsed in 700 l of water in cold conditions and Silicone Softeners are added. This causing the softening of the garments.

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After the garments are washed or given the softening (according to the garments being hard or soft) are dried using the Tumble Drier.

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The garments are then stored in the after wash racks near the entrance door. The whole process takes almost 3 hrs to complete.

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The garments are then loaded in the truck and a Confirmation Copy is made. This copy contains the details and the number of garments that are being sent.

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4 copies are made, 2 copies are sent along with the garments (truck) to the units from where they had come. 2 are kept in the washing section itself.

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1 copy from the 2 copies sent is sent back by the unit to the washing section confirming that the correct and mentioned no of garments have reached.

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This copy sent back is then tallied with the 2 copies the washing section have.

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The washing section also maintains a Stock Ledger. •

The left side of the ledger has the details of the garments received. It stores the Date, PO No, Qty, and the Tot Qty. the total quantity is the number of pieces that come in the whole day.

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The right side of the ledger has the details of the garments sent after washing. It stores the Date, PO No, Qty, and the Tot Qty. The total quantity is the number of pieces that are washed in the whole day.

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13. FINISHING DEPARTMENT

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13.1 Process flow: BATCH RECEIVING

COUNTER CHECKING

KAJA & BARTACK

SEND FOR WASHING

AFTER WASH CHECKING

BUTTON MARK & SEW

TRIMMING

IRONING

MIDDLE CHECKING

FINAL CHECKING

PRESENTATION CHECKING

MEASUREMENT CHECKING

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TAGGING

POLY BAG CHECKING

CARTON PACKING

Finishing process is to check the garment for any defect and to make them appealing through pressing. Garments are check according to quality system approved by a particular buyer. AQL of 2.5 is followed for maximum buyers. Finishing is done to ensure that no defected garments are packed.

13.2 Process of Finishing Department 13.2.1 Kaja and button Section:

 Kaja Marking and Making: This Section receives the sewn garments. Initially templates and pins are used to mark the kaja position. Now kaja are made the marked position by the specialised machine.

 Button Marking and Attaching: Similarly with the help of button attaching machine buttons are attached at the marked positions.

 Button Shank wrapping: Now the button shank is wrapped by the button shank wrapping machine to provide strength and tight hold to the buttons on the fabric surface.

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checked. If any discrepancies found they are again sent back for correction.

 Sticker Removing: Now finally stickers are removed from the garments and they are further sent to the washing or the finishing department.

13.2.2 Thread cutting Extra thread coming out of seam ends. Uncut threads affect the presentation of finished and packed garments. Therefore, it is necessary to cut and trim the loose and uncut threads as soon as possible. As soon as button was attached the garments pieces were brought to five tables meant for the purpose of thread cutting. There were around 12 operators doing this job using the clippers. An hourly production record was maintained for the thread cutting workers.

13.2.3 Spotting Stains which are not removed from the garments after washing also are removed by spotting in this process. As soon as the quality checkers comes across a defect, he brings the defective piece to the operators meant for the purpose of trouble shooting i.e. alteration and satin removal section. This section comprises of the following personnel •

alteration tailors (eight in no.) for the correction of stitching defects

•

spot washing gun operators ( eight in no.) for removal of various type of stains. An hourly and daily record of the number of pieces altered is

maintained. This helps in keeping a track on the quality of garments being sent to finishing by the production floor. 20-30% is normally the alteration and stain removal rate.

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13.2.4 Initial pressing Initial pressing is done to remove the creases and to make the garment visually alike as per the required sample of the buyer. The pieces were put into iron boxes after thread-cutting activity gets over. From these boxes ironers who used to iron the seams only retrieved the pieces. The ironing machines being used for this purpose were Steam Ironing Tables with Vacuum Boards. These irons were of the make Ramsons Viet. There were two lines of six irons each on both the floor. These ironers used to steam iron the following seams •

sweep

•

side seam

•

sleeve hem

•

or any other area they need to press for better checking

The whole idea of this seam ironing was to facilitate the quality checkers. The ironing makes the seams visible. So, detection of any seam defects like broken stitch, open seam, loose stitches etc became quite easy. An hourly production record of seam ironers was maintained.

 Various purposes of pressing: •

To smooth away the unwanted creases and crush marks

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To crease the garment wherever required like in collars before top stitch

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To mould the garment to the contour of the body

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To prepare the garments for further sewing (underpressing)

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To refinish the fabric after the manufacturing of the garment

Not nearly as much attention has been paid to the technology of pressing as to the technology of sewing and cutting. Some interesting points are: The percentage of total manufacturing work content in pressing is around 50%.

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The possibility of automation has been explored for some steam presses, but most pressing operation requires the continual intervention of human hand. 13.2.5 Visual checking Checking of all the garment is done according to required AQL. Each quality checker is provided with two baskets (one for pass pieces and the other for defective pieces), stickers for marking defects, thread clippers etc. each checker is instructed to check the garments thoroughly, mark the defects with arrow stickers and also to cut the uncut threads if found. Every checker puts the pass piece in the plastic basket below the inspection table. It is the responsibility of the quality checker to take the defective pieces for correction and after correction put it in the pass pieces basket. The defects found at this stage could be broadly of the following types •

stitching defects

•

stains

•

weaving defects

•

button/buttonholing defects Checker puts his allotted number on each of the garment piece passed by

him. All these checkers are given regular on-the-job training. Finishing incharge or supervisors teach checkers the correct method of garment checking. There are two types of production records that are maintained for these quality checkers. They are a)hourly production record b)daily production record

13.2.6 Measurements Checking After checking the garment visually, measurement of the garments is checked according to the spec sheet with the acceptable tolerance.

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about the correct way of ironing the garments of a particular style. It was very essential because a lot of times it is used to happen that the garments were supposed to be packed with cuff turned but they were packed with flat cuffs. The hanging trolleys from where the garments were retrieved for ironing and placed after ironing were ergonomically designed, keeping in mind the ironing operator’s movement. An hourly production record of each ironer was maintained for the purpose of keeping a track on the total production.

13.2.8 Attaching Price tags and other label The pass pieces are brought to the tagging section on the hanging wheeled trolleys. It was the responsibility of the packing supervisors to provide the tagging operators with the appropriate price and brand ticket or tags. The supervisor also instructs the tagging operator as to where and how the tag has to be placed. After passing through all the checking and pressing process price tag is attached to the garment through tag gun. The most important thing to be kept in mind while placing the tag was to match the size mentioned on the main label and the size on tag or ticket. 13.2.9 Packaging of the garment After the attaching the price tag to the garment; garments are packed in the poly bags or hanged in hanger as per the buyer requirements. The packing instructions given by the buyers can be like type of polybag, any printing on polybag required or not, garments to be hanger packed or not, method of folding and packing the garments etc. Packed garments are packed in the cartons as per the packaging plan. Each cartons has specified number of garments and the quantity can neither be increased nor be decreased after its planned. It is very important to check the packed garments for presentation. Checkers check the packed garments for the following things •

Poly bag is as per specification

•

Tags and price ticket should must be visible as per specification

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Packing is secured or not

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Poly bags should not be soiled and torn

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Hangers are there or not if specified

•

Garment has been folded as per specification etc.

Once, checking is done they send the garments for the carton packing. The following things were kept in mind during carton packing •

Number of garments to be packed in one carton

•

Ratio asked for example M:L:XL=1:2:2

•

Decide on the plies and dimensions(as specified by the buyer) of the cardboard to be used

•

Get the cartons tested for bursting strength

•

Packing the garments in the cartons as per specified

•

Closing the cartons with cellophane tape

•

Sealing the cartons with plastic cord

•

Writing on carton information like store or buyer name, buyer's address, ratio, net weight or gross weight of the carton etc. Details about the style no., PO number, size etc are mentioned above the

carton box .Bar code slip is also sticked on the cartons. Each carton has its own identification over the bar code slip.  Ratio packing: Garments are packed size-ratio wise. In this kind of packing all the sizes are packed together in a given ratio. Example: Size Ratio

Large S

M

L

XL

10

20

20

10

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different location. So an order quantity of 1,00,000 pieces can be shipped as 20,000 to New York, 65,000 to U.K. and 15,000 to U.S.A.

 Solid size packaging: In this packaging type, each carton contains one size as per buyer’s requirement.  Color wise Packing: In this type of packing, different sizes of same color are packed together in the given ratio. Example: If 60 garments are to be packed in a carton: Color

Blue

Ratio

S

M

L

XL

10

20

20

10

13.3 Operating Procedure: The following procedures are to be followed in the Finishing section. These are to be displayed on a Display Board kept at the Finishing section.

13.3.1 Garment Receipt: The garments received for Finishing has to be recorded in appropriate Ledger, mentioning the O.C. / P.O. #, Color & Shade, Size, Washed or Unwashed etc. Compare with O.C. / P.O. copy and verify the Quantity and the product mix. In case of variation in quantity, size mix takes necessary action.

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% as observed in Finishing section. Ironing standards are available at the section. Standard requirements explained to all Ironers, like method of Ironing, Temperature, Steam usage, etc

13.3.3 Quality checks on Garments: All the Inspection and Checking area to be provide with a minimum of 1200 Lux light level. Whenever the lighting level decreases, change the Tube light bulbs. The Table Tops to be of White Laminated.  Visual check: All the Garments to be checked for the Visual Defects related to stitching, Fabric, Trims etc. Garments which are rejected are to be rectified. Attach a Follow up card, which details the nature of defect and the remedial action taken. This will ensure that the Garment has been rectified and free from defect.

Record to be maintained for the % of

garments sent for Alternation / Rectification. Similarly maintain separate record for the % of garments that underwent Spot washing. Garments after Ironing are to be checked for right type of Folding, Packing, attaching right type of Tags, Presentation, etc. Master Cartons to be checked for the right information as specified. Place Checkers/Inspectors identification mark in the garment at specified place.  Measurement Check: All the garments to undergo measurement checks at critical points at separate are. Daily a minimum of 32 pieces to 10 % of garments to be checked for all the measurements as per Measurement chart given by the Buyer by roaming Q.A. Necessary corrective action to be taken for the

non-conformances.

Garments sent for alternation /

rectifications are to be tracked by a Follow –up card and record to be maintained for the Alteration %. Diagram mentioning “how to measure” are displayed in the Audit areas.  Mini- Q.A. Center: The Mini- Q.A. Center: The Min-Q.A. Center should be provide with a minimum of 1200 Lux lighting level. INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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Shade band, Fabric defect standards ( clearly marked “ Acceptable ” and “ Not Acceptable ” ). Measurement chart, How to measure chart, Sewing defect standards for Puckering etc.

13.3.4 Garment Packing: Packing standards duly signed by the Merchandiser / Buyers representative to be present in the area. Presentation inspections to be conducted before the garments are put into poly bags. Price Tags, Bar code tags, and other such tags to be stored in separate Pigeon hole self / box with dividers to avoid mix-up. Garments to be sorted size wise before the tags / Price tickets are fixed on to them. The first garment packed to be approve by Factory Manger / Q.A. Quality Audits: 13.3.5 Internal Finished Goods Audit: By Factory Auditor. In small lots (say for example 200 garments) finished packed garments to be offered for final audits with the size written as a packing slip. Auditor must verify the size wise quantity and select at random samples for audit .The Audit to be done for visual as well as for measurement. The audit report is issued to the Factory management with comments and obtain their signature. In case of audit failure, this should be discussed with concerned for rectification and for preventive measure. The lot wise records of all the audit done to be available for that particular O.C. / P.O. with corrective actions taken if any. 13.3.6 Final Audit:

By Corporate Q.A. Team.

Before the Lot is offered for Inspection by Buyers representative, the lot should be offered for Audit to the Corporate Q.A. team and get approved. They should check for size wise count accuracy, carton audit, visual checks of garment & packing. They should use slightly tighter sampling plan for audit.

For example,

if Buyer is going to use AQL 4, the Corporate Audit team should use AQL 2.5 as their sampling plan.

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Internal audit reports, before start their

actual Audit.

In case, the lot gets

rejected, Audit to be conducted after due re-screening / rectification. 13.3.7 Review Rejections: Review of rejection to place with P.M./ F.M. / Q.A. for taking necessary corrective action from time to time.

14. QUALITY CONTROL DEPARTMENT Quality Policy: Quality is:  The standard of excellence needed, throughout the business, to develop and deliver the products and commitments to the customer.  Measuring performance to benchmark Sara Lee Courtaulds against leading market standards.

Sara Lee Courtaulds Quality Objective:  To provide superior products and services to our customers that exceeds their minimum requirements.  To ensure that the quality foundation of business processes satisfies and is adaptable to meet customers’ changing demands. Strategy:  Achieve independent quality certification for each of the business areas.  Regularly review key performance indicators and business processes, to assure continuously adapting and improving systems to upscale service delivery.  Develop a business culture by investing in people, education, and process and by rewarding high performance and achievement.

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 Invest in and develop partners and material supply base capabilities to support Sara Lee Courtaulds quality commitments to its customers.

Long Term Vision: To define the standard on which other private label suppliers are measured.

14.1 Organization of a Q.A. Team: The Q.A. Team has well trained Quality Auditors and Quality Assurance Manager. The role and responsibility of each one is clearly defined. They are empowered with giving stop advice to the production department, in case, the Q.A. team observe too many non-conformances occurring or repeatability is lost. Production department then conducts a meeting along with Q.A. for necessary corrective actions. Once the Q.A. is satisfied about the actions taken, regular production commences. All the Q.A.s are briefed with the Quality System in Fabric Warehouse, Cutting, Sewing, Finishing, and Packing. Job rotation is followed for Q.As to ensure more effectiveness.

14.2 Quality Management Procedure: 14.2.1 AQL Inspection:  It is the responsibility of the Factory/ Site Manager to ensure that all stock being dispatched from his/her site has been through a ‘PreShipment AQL Inspection’ process.  A Pre-Shipment AQL Inspection can take place either , prior to the storage in the factories finished goods warehouse or prior to shipment to the distribution warehouses.  A Pre-Shipment AQL Inspection cannot take place unless the audit team are in the possession of the followingINTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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o An approved/ signed product quality standard which at minimum must be ‘Contract Seal’. o The relevant product specification.  The batch size for each audit is very much determined by the stage where pre-shipment AQL Inspection takes place; however, every effort must be made to ensure that the batch size is no less than 50 selling units.  The Sara Lee Courtaulds Pre-Shipment Sampling Plan will determine the sample size for each batch. It is essential that the sample is randomly selected from the batch.  The visual inspection of the garment in the sample must be against the garment specifications and the signed standard and faults found must be based on the ‘General Auditing Criteria’.  All garments rejected must first be classified as either carrying a ‘major’ or a ‘minor’ fault/s and then recorded on a fully completed ‘Production Unit Daily Pre-Shipment Audit Sheet’ o Major fault is a fault that would make the product either unsellable or the customer would return it if noticed. o Minor fault is a fault that may make the product either or the customer would be dissatisfied if noticed.  When an audit has completed the failure levels must be checked against the AQL for that ‘sampling plan’ to determine the status of the audit.  If the audit is accepted, the passed garments in the sample must be returned to the remaining stock and the stock can then be released either into the finished goods storage area or for shipment. Any rejected garment must be clearly identified and quarantined ready for repair or seconding.

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14.2.2 A Rejected Pre-Shipment AQL Inspection:  If the audit is rejected, then the whole batch must be quarantined and 100% inspected. It is recommended that the pre-shipment audit team does not carry out 100% inspection.  Following the 100% inspection all faults found must again be classified as either a ‘major’ or a ‘minor’ and then recorded in the 100% audit section of the audit sheet.  When the above step has been completed, the rejected garments must be clearly identified and quarantined ready for repair or seconding.  If the 100% inspection is not carried out by the pre-shipment audit team, then the passed garments from 100% inspection must be verified by the same team and the details of this re-audit must be recorded on the audit sheet as an additional audit.

14.2.3 The Production Unit Daily Pre-Shipment Audit Sheet  At the introduction of the whole ‘Pre-Shipment AQL inspection’ procedure each individual factory or business must decide on its own series of fault codes. The audit sheet allows for 25 different fault codes. These must be recorded on master sheet and be used on all future audits. 

The fault codes must be based on specific areas of manufacturing to identify trends and areas of continuous improvement.

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 Data must be recorded in each individual column as follows:

JIT/Line No.

The number of the team where the stock was

Style

produced. This is the stroke number of the style audited. And

Colour

must include any relevant suffixes. This is the colour/colours of the garments included in the audit. This is an optional column and does not

Batch Size

have to be used. The total number of individual selling units in the

Sample

specific audit. The total number of selling units inspected determined by the sampling plan.

SAMPLE AUDIT Major Faults The number of garments, which have a fault/faults Minor Faults

categorised as major from the inspection criteria. The number of garments, which have a fault/faults,

A/R

categorised as minor from the inspection criteria. This is to indentify if the audit was accepted ‘A’ or rejected ‘R’.

100% AUDIT Major Faults

The total number of garments carrying major faults found in both the audit and the 100% inspection of the

Minor Faults

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15. RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT TESTING LAB 15.1 PROCESS CHART

Request from main store

Receiving sample fabric from main store

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In-house lab receives samples from suppliers for testing purpose. Each sample is given a lab number before testing is carried out. The test carried out here are for internal verification only, not for getting precise test results. The test methods adopted are as per in-house procedures to enable the company to monitor the quality of fabrics before sending them to the approved laboratories like Intratek or SGS for final quality evaluation. Testing is done only for 10% of each lot. All the specimens to be tested are conditioned under standard conditions of temperature at 21 ± 1°C and relative humidity of 65 ± 2% for four hours.

Test methods carried out in-house are: •

Count

•

Construction

•

GSM

•

Shrinkage

•

Colorfastness

15.2. In-house Test Methods: 15.2.1 Count: For evaluating the count of the fabric 30 threads each of 30 cm are taken out from the fabric for both warp and weft and are weighed using electronic weighing balance. 15.2.2 Construction: Construction of warp and weft are determined by the use of pick glass or by dissection method. Normally, the numbers of threads present in warp and weft direction in one inch of the fabric are counted using the pick glass. When it is difficult to count the threads using pick glass, more than one inch of fabric is cut from two different places of warp and weft and by removing threads from INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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both sides it is made exactly one inch. The number of threads present in one inch is counted by removing all the threads one by one. The reading is confirmed by taking another reading. 15.2.3 GSM: The Fabric to be tested for GSM is folded in to and placed between the GSM cutter and the cutting pad. When the safety catch is released, a slight pressure on the hand wheel brings internal blades into contact with the fabric. Specimens are cut by rotating the hand wheel under pressure. The GSM cutter blade cuts fabric in a circular shape of diameter 11.2 centimeter. Out of the two specimens place the specimen formed by the top ply on the weighing machine and close the window so that no air is disturbs the fabric and thus causing incorrect readings. After few seconds reading is taken. This gives the GSM of the fabric. GSM cutter is used for knit fabrics. In case of woven fabric a sample of 10 X 10 centimeter is cut and weighed on the electronic weighing machine, the weight thus obtained is multiplied by 100 to obtain the GSM of the fabric. 15.2.4 Shrinkage: The sample size used for shrinkage should be of 75 centimeter length minimum and full width of the fabric roll. Three markings of 50 centimeter are marked on the fabric width with indelible ink in both directions. If sample is small then 10 inches marking is done. In the case of knitted fabrics in tubular form, two markings each on length wise are marked on each surface of the fabric. They are washed in the washing machine for 12 minutes, rinsed for 6 minutes and spinning for 6 minutes. Few drops of wetting agent are added to water before washing. The samples are dried using tumble drier (temperature not exceeding 60°C) or as per requirement. This cycle is repeated two more times. The sample is cooled at room temperature and the final measurements are taken. Under the shrinkage scale percentage shrinkage or extension is directly read. Average value is reported. Formula for calculating shrinkage is: Shrinkage %= change in dimensions/original dimensions 15.2.5 Color Fastness INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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(i) To Washing: Color fastness is the property of a dye or print that enables it to retain its depth and shade throughout the wear life of a product. Dyes are considered fats when they resist the deteriorating influences to which they will be subjected. The test is carried out using the launderometer. Two specimens of 10 cm X 4 cm are cut from the sample and a multi-fiber fabric (containing acetate, cotton, nylon, polyester, acrylic, wool.) is attached to it by stapling. The launderometer is maintained at 49°C ± 3°C. Neutral soap solution of 0.15 gpl concentration is prepared and 200 ml of this solution is poured in a steel jar along with 50 steel balls (each of 0.6 cm in diameter). The specimen is then put into this jar and these jars are rotated for 45 minutes to create agitation action. At a time 8 such jars could be placed in the launderometer. The specimens are then removed from the jars, rinsed under running water and allowed to dry under a temperature not exceeding 70°C. (ii) To Rubbing (Dry/ Wet): (a) Dry Crocking Test: The test specimen is placed and fixed on the base of the crockmeter resting flat on the abrasive material. A white test cloth square (crocking piece) is mounted over the end of the finger. The covered finger is lowered on to the test specimen, and rubbed 10 times to and fro for the full length (approximately 1 rub/second). Remove the white crocking piece and evaluate for staining using grey scale. (b) Wet Crocking Test: Clamp the test specimen as in the case of dry test, the white crocking pieces are thoroughly wet out in distilled water and excess water is squeezed out (so that wet pickup is approximately 60-65% for AATCC and 90-95% for ISO). The finger is lowered onto the test specimen and rubbed 10 times to and fro. The wet crock piece is removed and dried at a temp not exceeding 60°C. The staining is evaluated using grey scale. The angle of inclination of the base plate of the crockmeter should be maintained at 45° if AATCC standard is followed and 90° if ISO is followed. 15.2.6 Color Matching Cabinet: INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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The samples obtained after color fastness test are checked for any color variation in the color matching cabinet.

•

The color matching cabinet has six types of light present in it – Daylight, Cool White, Horizon, Ultra Violet, TL 84, A.

•

The type of light to be used while matching is specific to the buyer and in case if not mentioned then daylight is used.

•

Any change in the original color (shade) and /or staining or color transfer on the standard fabric is evaluated by visually comparing the test specimen to the AATCC gray scale for color change and staining for American buyers and

ISO gray scale for color change and staining for European buyers. The difference in color change and the amount of color transfer are given a numerical value ranging from 5 to 1.

Class 5 Class 4 Class 3 Class 2

Excellent Very good Good Fair

Class 1

Poor

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PLANT LAYOUT LAYOUT OF GROUND FLOOR:

C H E C K I N G

EMERGE NCY EXIT

FABRIC STORE (16.2 x 18.5)

B U N D L I N G

TABLE

SPREADING/CUTTING TABLE

INSPECTION TABLE

CUTTIN G DEPT. OFFICE

FUSING MACHINE

OFFICE OF FACTOR Y MANAGE R (12.9

(11.8 x 19.10 ) I.E

STORE

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AMBULAN CE ROOM

ENTRAN CE

SPREADING/CUTTING TABLE

RECORD STORE

GENERATOR & TOILETS (25.6 x 16.6)

INSPECTION / RECUTTING TABLE

SPREADING/CUTTING TABLE

BAND KNIFE M/C

(11.8 x 19.1 0) H.R

ENTRAN CE

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LAYOUT OF FIRST FLOOR Area=5539 sq ft 170 work stations

TOILETS

132 machines

TRIMS STORE

30 WORK STATION S (16.10)

GUEST TOILET (6.5)

30 WORK

23 WORK STATIO NS (16.5)

STATION S (16.10)

26 WORK STATIO NS (16.5)

30 WORK STATIO NS (20.7)

30 WORK STATIO NS (16.10)

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MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM Management Information System (MIS) is a subset of the overall internal controls of a business covering the application of people, documents, technologies, and procedures by management accountants to solving business problems such as costing a product, service or a business-wide strategy. Management Information Systems are distinct from regular information systems in that they are used to analyze other information systems applied in operational activities in the organization. Academically, the term is commonly used to refer to the group of information management methods tied to the automation or support of human decision making, e.g. Decision Support Systems, Expert systems, and Executive information systems. At the start, in businesses and other organizations, internal reporting was made manually and only periodically, as a by-product of the accounting system and with some additional statistics, and gave limited and delayed information on management performances. In their infancy, business computers were used for the practical business of computing the payroll and keeping track of accounts payable and accounts receivable. As applications were developed that provided managers with information about sales, inventories, and other data that would help in managing the enterprise, the term "MIS" arose to describe these kinds of applications. Today, the term is used broadly in a number of contexts and includes (but is not limited to): decision support systems, resource and people management applications, project management, and database retrieval application. MIS' is a planned system of collecting, processing, storing and disseminating data in the form of information needed to carry out the functions of management. According to Phillip Kotler "A marketing information system consists of people, equipment, and procedures to gather, sort, analyze, evaluate, and distribute needed, timely, and accurate information to marketing decision makers." The terms MIS and information system are often confused. Information systems include systems that are not intended for decision making. MIS is sometimes INTERNSHIP AT GOKALDAS IMAGES

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referred to, in a restrictive sense, as information technology management. That area of study should not be confused with computer science. IT service management is a practitioner-focused discipline. MIS has also some differences with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) as ERP incorporates elements that are not necessarily focused on decision support. In Gokaldas Images, MIS is followed in the following way. All the different levels have their separate tasks decided. The Management Information System maintains different files at different levels. 1.

Fabric and Trims:

¢

Fabric/ Trim Master File

¢

Material Requirement

¢

Material/Style Cross Reference

2.

Vendors and purchasing:

¢

Vendor Master File

¢

Purchase Order

¢

Purchase Order Receipts

¢

Purchase Order Report

3.

Order Processing:

¢

New Orders

¢

Bulk and Distribution Orders

¢

Order confirmation

¢

Order summary reports

¢

Order detail reports

¢

Delivery Schedule

4.

Shipping and Invoicing:

¢

Order Allocation

¢

Invoice

¢

Shipping log report

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5.

Accounts Receivable:

¢

Customer Payments

The reports generated are: 1.

Purchase

¢

Purchase Order Summary

¢

Purchase Receipts

2.

Materials:

¢

Material Requirement

¢

Material Requirement time phased

¢

Material Master List

¢

Inventory material list

¢

Material Commitments

3.

Style:

¢

Work in progress

¢

Stock on Hand

¢

Quantity on Order

¢

Shipped

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