Apparel Online Bangladesh Magazine Magazine April 2018 | Page 42

TECH REVIEW APPAREL RESOURCES NEWSLETTERS FACEBOOK FRIENDS To subscribe, send us an email at [email protected] Join more than 10,000 people who are already fans of Apparel Resources on facebook. Search for Apparel Resources at https://www.facebook.com/apparelresources/ IN A H A NGER SYSTEMS STEPS UP ITS PRESENCE IN BANGLADESH MARKET R ising cost of production, strong interest in automated production equipment and demand for better production technology are attracting companies to invest in advanced solutions. Based on Canada’s technology, INA Hanger Systems is stepping up its presence in Bangladesh after being dormant for a while. “I remember those times when a basic CAD system was considered a luxury in a factory. Bangladesh apparel industry has come a long way,” said Mohammed Nooruddin, Regional Manager – Bangladesh, INA. In the areas of automation, INA Hanger Systems plays an important role as it targets on productivity efficiency, up to 20-30% depending upon the conditions of the factory. Geared up to serve the market, Nooruddin admitted that there might be hurdles for the company to set its foot back again in the market. He averred, “We believe in our product, it is well-established and well- tested and this is what will take us ahead.” Moreover, growing automation and establishment of new factories on the outskirts of Dhaka and Chittagong are in favour of the company, giving it the right time to pitch in the market. Earlier, the manufacturing facilities working on bundle system, found it difficult to switch to hanger systems due to constraints of space and flexibility despite their interest. However, Nooruddin’s team has been able to customise solutions to fit individual needs. Fortunately, in the present era,the new garment manufacturing factories coming up are designed based upon the requirements to adopt to the Mohammed Nooruddin, Regional Manager – Bangladesh, INL changes as and when needed. EARLIER, THE MANUFACTURING FACILITIES WORKING ON BUNDLE SYSTEM, FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO SWITCH TO HANGER SYSTEMS DUE TO CONSTRAINTS OF SPACE AND FLEXIBILITY DESPITE THEIR INTEREST. With its comprehensive range of solutions, INA Hanger Systems is focusing on customers with its new factories as well as with the support of the existing factories. Nooruddin believes that there is no ‘one size fits all’, so they propose customisable solutions to the customers according to the requirements. INA Hanger Systems has a varied range of solutions for different types of products such as down jackets, knitwear, undergarments, kidswear, home textiles, outdoor products, denim, sportswear, suits, sweaters and car interiors. The crucial crux that influences the garment manufacturers to adopt the automation system is a flexible mindset to adapt and improve. INA Hanger Systems has mainly 3 series – 6R, 7R and 8R, which 42 Apparel Online Bangladesh | APRIL 2018 | www.apparelresources.com are renowned for their use in garment factory. While 6R is the basic version, 7R is an upgrade. With a user-friendly design, 6R helps in bridging the assembly line and finishing line by automatic connection of production data. Wireless communication in station terminal allows free adjustment and control of installation location; convenience in operation while standing or seating. It also provides hourly production analysis; efficiency and payroll for single operator. On the other hand, 7R bridges the gap between sewing and finishing. Seamless connection can be established between accessory inventory management software, cutting software, order-receiving system, cutting tables and finishing systems, warehousing systems and warehousing. With 8R, INA Hanger Systems is providing Industry 4.0 intelligent production experience. Combined with intelligent equipment featuring classification, warehouse and sourcing, 8R increases the production efficiency of customised clothes. Equipped with RFID, barcode and QR code, it bridges the data between the production floor and the management. INA provides training and consultancy services to its customers on a regular basis. “We cannot leave our customers’ hands hanging,” said Nooruddin. Whenever a new feature is introduced in the INA Hanger systems, training is provided to the customers. Moreover, after installation, INA’s team trains and ensures that the factory operators are ready to use the system independently.