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Survey: Share your views on automation and robotics in fashion manufacturing UKFT and The Manchester Metropolitan University are collaborating to explore ways to enhance the UK’s manufacturing capacity through automation and robotics. If you are a UK-based textiles or fashion business involved in manufacturing/ retail/ end-of-use, we invite you to take this survey and share your insights on how automation, robotics and agile tooling could improve manufacturing in the UK. Take the survey here ↓ https://lnkd.in/eQwRuHw9 - The Manchester Metropolitan University #RoboticsInFashion #UKManufacturing #FashionTechUK #UKFT

Survey: Share your views on automation and robotics in fashion manufacturing UKFT and The Manchester Metropolitan University are collaborating to explore ways to enhance the UK’s manufacturing capacity through automation and robotics. If you are a UK-based textiles or fashion business involved in manufacturing/ retail/ end-of-use, we invite you to take this survey and share your insights on how automation, robotics and agile tooling could improve manufacturing in the UK. Take the survey here ↓ https://lnkd.in/eQwRuHw9 - The Manchester Metropolitan University Lauren Junestrand Leal Sadikchya Singh Elliot Barlow Adam Mansell #RoboticsInFashion #UKManufacturing #FashionTechUK #UKFT

The fashion industry has to change for a whole host of reasons. Collaborating with diverse industries is one of the key ways of doing this. Various fields of engineering, in my view are critical to create change.

How Robotics is Revolutionizing Apparel Production In today's fast-paced fashion landscape, robotics is redefining apparel manufacturing, making it faster, more precise, and more sustainable. 🌍⚙️ 1. The Shift to Automation Robots are increasingly taking on tasks like sewing, cutting, and material handling. These machines offer unparalleled speed and accuracy, reducing the margin for error in production. By automating repetitive tasks, apparel manufacturers can produce higher-quality garments at scale while minimizing waste. 2. Increased Efficiency & Cost Reduction With robots handling complex tasks, companies can significantly reduce labor costs while increasing efficiency. Robotics not only speeds up production but also enhances flexibility. For example, robotic sewing machines can seamlessly switch between different designs, making it easier to adapt to fast-changing fashion trends. 3. Sustainability & Customization Robots also enable on-demand production, which means less excess inventory and fewer unsold clothes heading to landfills. This is crucial for brands that prioritize sustainability. Moreover, robotics in fashion allows for greater personalization, producing custom garments with the precision that manual labor cannot always achieve. ➡️ As we embrace this robotic revolution, the future of apparel production looks more efficient, sustainable, and innovative than ever. --- 🔍 Ready to explore how your brand can harness robotics in manufacturing? Let's start the conversation in the comments!👇 #RoboticsInFashion #ApparelTechnology #FashionAutomation #SustainableFashion #FashionTech #InnovationInApparel #RetailRevolution #ClothingIndustry #SmartManufacturing #FutureOfFashion

Companies in the fashion industry that do not have their operations based on Industry 4.0 are failing to optimize their operations, in addition to being exposed to a higher failure rate and losses in production, which interferes with their competitive edge. The introduction of advanced robotics and machine-to-machine connections generates a series of benefits to the textile industry, through communication between equipment and collection of fundamental business information, making it possible to enhance processes further. Would you like to understand how to implement these concepts in your business? We can help you! #Fashion #Industry40 #processoptimization #digitalization #digitaltransformation

✨ 🚀 Automation in the Apparel Industry: Embrace the Shift 🚀 ✨ The apparel industry is in the midst of a revolution, powered by automation and cutting-edge technology. 🌟 Far from being just a disruptor, automation is the game-changer the secret to unlocking efficiency, reducing waste, and driving unmatched innovation. In today’s high-speed, ever-evolving market, integrating solutions like automated cutting machines, AI-driven CAD systems, and predictive analytics isn’t a luxury it’s a must-have. 🖥️✂️ These technologies are shaping the future, optimizing fabric use, reducing lead times, and raising the bar for quality. But here’s the golden rule: Automation doesn’t replace talent it amplifies it! 💡 It empowers professionals to focus on strategy, creativity, and game changing ideas, leaving repetitive tasks to the machines. 🤝 Having worked closely on bringing these innovations to life, I’ve seen their incredible ripple effect not just on production floors, but in the mindset of teams that boldly embrace change. Automation isn’t just about working harder or faster; it’s about working smarter, with purpose. 🎯 The future belongs to innovators to those who adapt, evolve, and harness the power of technology to lead the charge. 🚀 Let’s reimagine what’s possible and build a smarter, more sustainable tomorrow, together. 🌍 🌟 #InnovateWithAutomation #ApparelRevolution #FutureOfManufacturing #SmartSolutions #TechnologyForGood 🌟

I had the opportunity to share some insights about what we’re doing at silana in a recent interview with Aliza M. from HAUS. We’re tackling some of the #fashion industry’s biggest challenges with our automated sewing robots, designed to reduce long #leadtimes, improve working conditions, and cut down on overproduction. Our #robots are unique – they don’t just mimic human sewing motions, they enhance them. By integrating machine vision, they can automatically locate garment pieces, detect wrinkles or defects, and even encode scannable serial numbers directly into the seams. This capability is crucial for anti-counterfeiting and future regulations like Europe’s digital product passport. The potential here is huge. We're aiming for sustainable, nearshore production that’s competitive with overseas manufacturing, but faster and more efficient. The fashion industry needs this shift, and we’re excited to be at the forefront. Check out the full interview for more details on how we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in fashion tech: https://lnkd.in/eM4CZN-T

Graham Page, co-CEO of iAtelier Corporation Inc., covers “Robotics & Automation in Clothing Manufacturing: State of the Art,” at today’s IMI & Alchemie Technology Ltd Digital Textile Manufacturing Technologies Conference at the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton SouthPark in #Charlotte, N.C. Page cofounded the company with Dr. Demitri Balabanov, a former fellow colleague at VF Corp., in April. Page presented a fascinated look at the history of apparel automation projects since 1980. He also pointed out that no country wants to rely on others for critical manufacturing supplies, including clothing, and robotics and automation are keys to shortening supply chains and reshoring/nearshoring. “There forces moving toward automation are technological, economic and increasingly geopolitical,” he said. Page noted that materials handling is the “holy grail” of apparel automation, adding that numerous challenges to materials handling efforts have prevented much success. He posited that the gripper / end effector for handling textiles is key remaining the technical gap in the automation of the apparel manufacturing process. Robotics handling of apparel textiles is “within reach,” he said, pointing out that the economics of automation are more favorable with each passing year. eTextileCommunications.com and the Southern Textile Association are partners of this inaugural event. #ILoveThisIndustry #AmericanTextiles #WeMakeAmazing #Yarns #Fibers #Fabric #Fashion #Knitting #Weaving #Nonwovens #Apparel #Sustainability #Sourcing #SupplyChain #CutAndSew #Textiles #FashionDesign #TechnicalFabrics #IndustrialFabrics #Digitalization #DigitalTextiles #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Automation #Workforce #Circularity #DTG #DirectToGarment #DigitalTextilePrinting #Robotics #Automation

Thanks to advanced machinery and robotics, Bangladesh's apparel industry is transforming with streamlined processes, boosted efficiency, and error-free manufacturing.  Check out the video below to see what the future of apparel manufacturing looks like!

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