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The trims of garments inspection

The garments trims inspection are a serious inspection services to check the quality of all trims of garments. Different types of garments have different types of trims. The most common trims on garments are applique, intarsia, darts, prints and embroidery. Except the basic parts of garment, any elements decorate the garments are trims. Different trims have different techniques and process, therefore the inspection for them are different. I will write an article of each to introduce how to inspect them,...

How to make leggings inspection?

Leggings inspection is the quality inspection service for a typical kind of pants called leggings. What are leggings? Leggings are tight-fitting stretch pants, typically worn by women or girls. A pair of protective coverings for the legs are also called leggings. Legging inspection is rather simple because leggings usually are not with trims and the process is not very complicated. Therefore all measurements for pants and trousers also suit for leggings. As they are tight-fitting garment, the seam performance is important. Size measurement check...

How to make baseball caps inspection?

A baseball cap normally has one peak(flat or curved), 1 or 2 front panels(1 front panel is 5-panel cap and 6-panel cap with 2 front panels, 2 side panels and 2 back panels, top button and closure strap.When an inspector makes baseball caps inspection, these points must be followed. Baseball caps structure     Peak The peak shape must be the same of reference sample, the visor stitches must be even and nice, the sandwich trim must be good. Top button Top button must be secured, not...

Garment Filling and Padding Inspection

Garment Filling Inspection and Padding Inspection What are the important things when perform garment filling inspection and garment padding inspection? The filling/padding must be as per reference sample or specification. The weight of filling or the padding thickness is the same as reference sample or specification. It must not migrate. So it has always quilting stitches with shell fabric or lining fabric. It must be fixed in order not to bunch, neither after washing. Garment filling must be even placements. It must...

Garment Lining Inspection

Garments like coats, jackets and skirts are always with lining. Lining is a part of garments. So the quality control of lining is also a part of garments inspection. Below points need to be noted when an inspector conducts garment lining inspection. Garments Lining Inspection Points Lining must have sufficient pleating to allow for different shrinking and ease of movement. Inspecting lining must not hang below hem. Lining must be tacked at upper and under armhole for jackets and coats. Otherwise...

How to make Garment Interfacing Inspection?

Garment interfacing inspection is one step in During Production Check of quality control. It is a necessary step to make good quality garments. Because garment interfacing is widely used on all collars, cuffs, plackets and waistbands for garments such as shirts, blouses, jackets, trousers. Unless otherwise specified, any interfacing missing is a major defect. How to control its quality, how to make garment interfacing inspection? Garment interfacing inspection-checklist These points must be inspected unless otherwise specified when an inspector makes garment interfacing...

What is the best garment inspection line?

As a garment inspector and trainer for over 20 years, some of new comers ask me, what is the best garment inspection line? They think performing garment inspection is a complex thing. And as a matter of fact, it is easy to miss some points, very often,they are important points during their own independent inspections. Yes, garments are such a common consumer products and the trading volume is so large every year that every quality inspector wants to learn the...

How to do Gloves Inspection?

Glove is a sort of protective gear, it is of category 3 according to the risk protection levels. Gloves inspection includes Gloves size measurement and Gloves visual inspection. Below are 3 CE categories. Category I: Gloves of Simple Design For Minimal Risk Only Risk Category II: Gloves of Intermediate Design For Intermediate Risk Category III: Gloves of Complex Design For Irreversible Or Mortal Risk Hereafter the gloves inspection we mainly refer to gloves of simple design offering protection from low level risks. They belong...

How to perform Skate Helmet Inspection?

During novel coronavirus outbreaking all over the world, most business have been impacted. But one business is an exception, that is online food delivery services. Skate helmet quality as protective gear is more concerned by importers. Here I introduce some experiences about how to perform skate helmet inspection, mainly visul inspections. Skate Helmet Sizing Skate helmets are sized by head circumference. They are Size S 52-55cm, Size M 55-58cm and Size L 58-61cm for European system. The adjustable strap should be in...

Seams Inspection in Garments

Garments Seam Inspection is one important step of Garments Inspection. What Is a Seam in Garments? A seam is a method of binding two or more pieces of fabric together, usually using thread to form stitches. However, glue and other forms of adhesive (such as heat or ultrasonic) can also be used. Seams can be stitched by hand or sewn by machine. Some seams are formed by 2 methods and techniques or even more. For example, being stitched then taped sealed for...