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MANUFACTURING AND QUALITY CONTROL BLOG

In the garment industry, whether you are a manufacturer, importer, or brand, you must understand the importance of quality control in this business. This industry shifts swiftly, and any time lost in shipment or defect fixings can lead to unimaginable losses. Moreover, quality issues can quickly disseminate in the digital age, giving competitors an advantage. Therefore, quality control is essential, and quality inspection is the most commonly used method. In this post, we will guide you through the steps of a garment quality inspection, the key checkpoints to focus on, and how can C&Z expertise support your garment quality control.

Phulkari Quality Inspection: Preserving Punjabi Heritage Through Rigorous Testing

Phulkari, the vibrant embroidery tradition of Punjab, transforms hand-woven textiles into cultural narratives with intricate floral motifs. As global demand surges, mass production threatens authenticity with toxic materials and compromised craftsmanship. At CZ-Quality, we implement specialized protocols to protect both wearer safety and cultural legacy.

Critical Quality Risks

Chemical Safety

Synthetic dyes may contain carcinogenic azo compounds exceeding India's BIS 14771 limits (≤30mg/kg) Our HPLC testing enforces Oeko-Tex Standard 100 compliance, detecting lead/chromium in metal threads Formaldehyde in fabric stiffeners (tested per IS 15487)

Structural Integrity

Weak "darning stitch" density (<18 stitches/cm²) causes motif unraveling

We perform IS 1969 tensile tests requiring:

Base fabric strength ≥200N

Embroidery-to-fabric bond ≥15N

Colorfastness to sweat (ISO 105-E04) for tropical climates

Authenticity Verification

Machine embroidery replacing hand-stitched heritage (≥85% manual work required)

AI pattern validation against Patiala Heritage Museum archives

Spectrophotometry ensures traditional "pomegranate red" hue (Pantone 19-1663 TPX)

Case Study: 2023 Export Rejections

EU customs rejected 12,000 Phulkari pieces:

41% failed azo dye tests (avg. 52mg/kg vs 30mg limit)

33% had polyester-blend base fabrics

22% showed embroidery unraveling after 3 washes

Our 4-phase solution:

Material Screening

Cotton supplier audits for Khadi Mark certification

Production Monitoring

Digital stitch mapping for embroidery density

Laboratory Testing

IS 7016 colorfastness to sunlight

XRF analysis for heavy metals in zari threads

Certification

Handloom Mark authentication for export

Partnering with Punjab's National Award-winning artisans, we deploy UV fluorescence for dye detection and blockchain for material traceability. Our 98.7% defect accuracy ensures compliance with BIS 13934 textile standards.

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