Intelligent Manufacturing Networks, the reasons behind the model

We experience a fast-paced world of sewing, efficiency and productivity are essential. Every minute counts and choosing the right system can make the difference between success and stagnation.

Let me introduce you into the reasons why you should consider an innovative system to manage your material in the sewing room based on the concept of Intelligent Manufacturing Network.

Some fundamental concepts

Intelligent material management systems share a fundamental principle: independence. What does this mean? It means that each operation can operate autonomously, without depending on others. How do we achieve this? Through intelligent material distribution.

Independent Materials: Instead of following a rigid sequence, we send materials independently to each work location. This eliminates downtime and avoids the need to readjust the line when we change items in production.

Smart Sensors: At each workstation, sensors record data in real time. This allows us to offer complete production monitoring, including the efficiency of each operator, for each product grouping unit and operation.

Productivity Increase

Why should you choose an IMN? Here are some key reasons:

Independent Distribution of Materials:

Flexible Sequence: You will never have to reposition your sewing machines again when changing models. Each workstation receives its materials independently.

Elimination of Waiting Times: Fast operations are not hampered, we can load a workstation to its maximum demonstrated capacity. An operator who completes a quick task can immediately receive another box with a new operation. In contrast, continuous conveyor systems often generate unnecessary waiting.

Multi-model Production: Do you need to produce several models at the same time? There are proven systems handling up to 50 models simultaneously in production. Workers can concentrate exclusively on their operations, without worrying about material logistics.

Total Control and Guaranteed Quality

Floor control software, a fundamental part of digitalization of the workplace (DPT), is the key to total production control:

Recorded Production Times :

Each worker, operation, box and model has its production time documented.

Efficiency is automatically measured by comparing standard times with actual production times, informing management of all details in real time.

Minutes of Work in Warehouse:

We translate the amount of loaded materials into minutes of work. This way you will know how many minutes are available for each worker, operation and model.

Quality Traceability:

If a quality issue arises, the system makes it possible to track who worked on each package or piece, when they did it, and how long it took. Verification is immediate.

Our market, in its adaptation to competition, finds greater competitive advantages if it presents flexibility in small batch production, short duration of collections (fast fashion) and minimum time to market, among others. Such an adaptive set can hardly be obtained without technological aids and, for that, the most promising answer is the conversion of traditional structures into true manufacturing networks (RIM) that show all the advantages of each system (line or module) without any of its disadvantages.

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