TECHNOLOGY UPDATE
Hikari brings to Bangladesh market the combination of speed and real-time data collection
Technology providers nowadays are constantly introducing latest technologies and developments in the market to support their customers . With automation and real time data monitoring , it has now been possible for apparel manufacturers to improve productivity and quality .
Hikari , a leading Chinese sewing machine manufacturer , which constantly dwells on its strong R & D to bring out the best , was no longer a stranger to innovation at the Garmentech . The Chinese pioneer has already some reputed customers in the country including Nassa Group , Standard Group and Giant group ; and to further strengthen its foothold , it displayed a range of its sewing solutions during the event . On display was world ’ s first computerized super high speed overlock machine – HX6814 . Equipped with patented intelligent design technology and a super high speed mechanical structure , the machine helps to increase efficiency by 30 %.
The machine runs on a fully automatic mode where the operator doesn ’ t even require pressing the pedal to run the machine . The mechanism works on a sensor which when detects the fabric , runs the machine . “ Hikari overlock machine has the world ’ s highest speed , that is , it runs on 8000 RPM and we do not call it ‘ High Speed ’ machine , we call it ‘ Super High Speed ’ machine ,” informs Xianbo Xu , Director , Hikari . The fully automatic mode does not even require a high skilled operator for the operation .
On the other hand is the semi-automatic mode in which sensor detects the fabric and lifts the presser foot . It then waits for the operator to press the pedal and start the operation .
Drifting away from the clutch motors , the machine uses direct drive servo motor that helps significant percentage of energy to be saved . Servo motor only consumes electricity while sewing ; it does not consume electricity when in idle position . 66.6 % electricity can be saved with the help of Hikari computerized overlock machine .
The company has also addressed the problem of leftover wastage after trimming with a self-developed waste collecting system . This system automatically collects the waste generated keeping the floor area clean and also the operator safe .
Another highlight of the Hikari was the ‘ Intelligent Cloud Technology ’ for its machines . The system can be integrated with the Hikari machines which will help in the real-time data collection and monitoring for better decision making . It can monitor various parameters such as usage of thread , number of stitches , needle running time etc ., and can compile and remotely transfer the data to the cloud .
“ A manager or a supervisor can see the report on his screen sitting anywhere in the world and can take an action to further address the problems hampering the productivity ,” explains Md . Shohidul Kamal , Managing Director , Sewmak which is the dealer of Hikari in Bangladesh . The ‘ Intelligent Cloud Technology ’ can connect not only the SNLS machines but also the overlock machines in a production line .
As far as training is concerned , Hikari and Sewmak together conduct 4 types of training and seminars . “ We send Chinese engineers to Bangladesh and vice versa to help them understand what is the machine ’ s requirements . Further , we have in-house local seminars in Bangladesh every month . Lastly , we organize trainings in factories too , both for new installations and existing ones ,” concludes Xu .
Hikari is confident of tapping at least 30 % growth in the Bangladesh market during 2018 .
The company has also addressed the problem of leftover wastage after trimming with a self-developed waste collecting system . This system automatically collects the waste generated keeping the floor area clean and also the operator safe .
Md . Shohidul Kamal ( L ), Managing Director , Sewmak with Xianbo Xu ( C ), Director and Xiaofang Liu , Sales Manager , Hikari
30 Apparel Online Bangladesh | MAY 2018 | www . apparelresources . com