Though not apparent on the finished product and yet an important component of the process of manufacture – the consumables are also not far behind with regards to the development and innovation process. Consumables like spotting chemicals, printing adhesives, marker papers, machine spare parts, etc. are indispensible, and stringent quality demands in the industry are paving the path for improvement of these products. Team StitchWorld takes a look at some interesting consumables.
Mahaveer/Gauge Sewing Machines & Spares…
presents its product catalogue, displays Labelit & KREBS TEX 2
Handling and sorting of 45,000 folders, attachments and spare parts is a mammoth task. Gauge a spare part division of Mahaveer does that with its customized computerized system within minutes and delivers on time. Gauge also has a comprehensive catalogue which carries exhaustive range of spares and accessories for the world’s leading sewing machines and garment finishing machines. The catalogue gives access to the widest collection of industrial sewing equipment, supplies and parts at a phone call.
While interacting with Team StitchWorld, M.L. Jain, MD, Mahaveer/Gauge emphasizes, “The catalogue has very user-friendly format most helpful in locating the product and parts one needs. Gauge has a lot to contribute to the country’s garment industry, assuring high grades of cost/ value performances in its products.”
Emphasising on Gauge’s commitment to quality and productivity, Jain shares, our slogan is… Your production will never stop. Gauge stocks sewing machine parts and needles for all brands of sewing machines including fabric cutters and also caters to the knowledge needs of the industry.
Mahaveer’s complete RFID-based warehouse management services Labelit, is being used by various other industries like pharmaceuticals and other FMCG products apart from garment industry. “We are planning to start our own RFID manufacturing facility in the span of 2-3 years,” says Mahaveer Jain, Director, Labelit.
Optimistic about the product, Mahaveer further adds, “RFID is still at a very nascent stage in India. We launched Labelit about six months back in India and we are receiving very good response for it. Madura Garments, Zodiac, to mention a few prominent ones are already using it. It makes the inventory so convenient and tracking the merchandise becomes so easy which saves time and makes the movement faster.”
The other interesting product showcased by Mahaveer/Gauge was the KREBS TEX 2, an electrical spot cleaning spray gun. “It’s a quick and simple solution for removing stains on all types of fabric and garments,” shares young Mahaveer. The basic features of the spray gun are – electric spot remover; it can be used independently and can generate high pressure directly without the help of an air compressor.
Strong H – Striving for a stronger future with quality spares
“Strong H” – is a Chinese brand which has dispelled all past misconception and now known for its niche for quality spares in the segment of cutting, sewing and embroidery with 50 varieties of the fittings of industrial sewing machine and embroidery machine in total. The company has won many honours including “Advanced Technology Enterprise”, because of its commitment to using advanced mature manufacturing technology, modern scientific management methods and its operation policy of “quality first”.
The company after having studied the Indian market preference through various feedback surveys emphasizes that the recession is nearly over. “But it has demoralized many of the good businessmen. However the times have shown ways to better utilization of resources.
We hope for better business and growth in the coming year. We are optimistic about market,” says Rajesh C., Country Manager, Mean Light, the holder of the brand Strong H.
Strong H received high accolades for its range of cutting knives also compatible with most automated cutters including Assyst/Bullmer, Gerber, Lectra and Yin (Takatori) and timely delivery. Strong H also has in its portfolio gauge sets and needle plates for a variety of sewing machines including Brother, Juki, Kansai, Pegasus, SunStar and Siruba.
Krishna Lamicoat– Continuing with the innovation process
Krishna Lamicoat, a leading manufacturer and supplier of paper consumables for the garment industry is continuing in its efforts to come up with unique and innovative products for the industry.
“Our endeavour is to co-operate with the industry in reducing the cost in the cutting room as we believe that every paisa saved adds on to the earnings of the company. Thus, we are introducing cost-effective products for CAD/CAM,” avers Ashok Chajjer, Director, Krishna Lamicoat.
Extremely optimistic of the positive change in the industry over the last couple of months, the company launched its new “Numbering Stickers” supplied along with Cotex Labeller from Italy and the ink rolls. “Some more innovative products in this range are in the pipeline,” claims Ashok.
With its vast experience in the packaging business where lamination and coating is the major activity, the company recently introduced cost-effective paper. The paper rolls manufactured and used by the company in its products are recycled from the waste printed paper. “This way we keep our products green and environment-friendly,” claims Ashok. The entire manufacturing process for Krishna Lamicoat products is in-house, which is one of the reasons for their being cost-effective to the consumers.
Siliconi launches Pulimak eco-friendly, fabric-friendly and cost-effective stain remover
The large part of the sewing operation is also the stain’s removal in any garment factory. Stains cannot be totally avoided but definitely it can be successfully and quickly removed. Siliconi Commerciale s.p.a, an aerosol manufacturer from Italy under European quality standards, does that and economically too. The company introduced two products for Indian garment manufacturer – Pulimak, which removes stains of grease, tomato sauce, dirt from the fabrics, clothing and upholstery from the garments; and Takter 1, a water-based pallet adhesive for garment printing industry.
Pulimak spray chemical dries in air and is best suited for cotton, silk, wool and even synthetics and acrylics. The spray is fast dry and does not leave rings or halos. Since, Pulimak is chlorine-free, it does not affect fabric colours. The company has reduced the price of Pulimak keeping in mind the cost cutting needs of the industry.
Takter 1 is eco-friendly, PVC and Pthalate-free, printing adhesive. It fulfils all European standards and gives more productivity and flexibility as its adhesions can be removed by applying water.
