Raw Material Creation

Raw Material Producer

A facility producing - mostly synthetic or recycled - raw material like. This processing step is typically located at the very bottom of upstream supply chain.

Farm

The facility process farm includes a series of steps and activities aimed at creating the necessary infrastructure and operational systems to support agricultural production to harvest raw material like cotton.

Mine

The facility process mine refers to the various stages and activities involved in extracting valuable minerals or resources from the earth. The exact process can vary significantly depending on the type of resource being mined (e.g., coal, gold, iron ore, diamonds, etc.), the location of the mine, and the specific mining techniques employed.

Material Recycling

Recycling Facility

The facility process recycling facility involves a series of steps and operations aimed at collecting, sorting, processing, and preparing recyclable materials for reuse or sale.

Chemical Supplier Recycling

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain.

Raw Material Processing

Refinery

A refinery is a complex industrial facility that plays a central role in the processing of crude oil and other hydrocarbons into various valuable products like gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, and petrochemical feedstocks. A refinery, in the context of the textile and fashion industry, typically refers to a facility involved in the processing of natural fibers (such as wool, or silk) and synthetic fibers (such as polyester and nylon) into yarns, fabrics, and other textile products. This process is crucial for producing materials that can be used in the fashion industry for clothing, accessories, and home textiles.

Retting

Retting is a natural process used in the textile industry to soften and separate the fibers from the woody stem of plants such as flax, hemp, and jute. This process is an essential step in the production of fibers for textiles and other products.

Aluminium Extrusion

Aluminum extrusion is a manufacturing process used to create complex, cross-sectional shapes from aluminum billets or logs. This process is widely used in various industries, including construction, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing, to produce components and products with a wide range of shapes and profiles.

Ginning Mill

A ginning mill is an industrial facility specifically designed for processing raw cotton fibers into cleaned and prepared cotton lint, which can be used for various textile applications. The ginning process is crucial in the cotton industry as it separates the cotton fibers from seeds, leaves, and other impurities.

Top Making

The term "top-making" in the textile industry refers to the process of preparing fibers, typically wool, for spinning into yarns or threads. This process involves several steps to create a uniform and consistent product that is suitable for spinning and weaving.

Raw Material Trader

A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. These actors play a critical role in a supply chain which is why we have in each production process. Raw Material Trader serves as an aggregator and supplier of raw or semi-finished materials to industries seeking materials to process into finished goods.

Chemical Supplier Raw Material Processing

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain.

Fiber dyeing

In this process, the fiber is dyed before it is spun into yarn.

Yarn Processing

Combing Mill

A combing mill, in the context of the textile industry, is a facility used for the combing process, which is an essential step in processing natural fibers, primarily cotton and wool, to produce high-quality yarns. The combing process involves removing shorter fibers and impurities from the raw fiber to create a more uniform and finer product.

Spinning Mill

A spinning mill is an industrial facility that processes raw fibers, such as cotton, wool, or synthetic fibers, into yarn or thread. The spinning process is a crucial step in the textile industry, as it transforms loose fibers into a form suitable for weaving, knitting, or other textile manufacturing processes.

Yarn Dyeing

Yarn dyeing is a crucial process in the textile industry, where skeins or packages of yarn are colored before being woven or knitted into fabrics. This method allows for the creation of intricate patterns, multi-colored designs, and consistent dyeing throughout the entire yarn length.

Chemical Supplier Yarn Processing

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain.

Fabric Processing

Weaving Mill

A weaving mill is an industrial facility where woven fabrics are produced from various types of yarns. Weaving is a fundamental process in the textile industry, responsible for creating fabrics with various patterns, textures, and properties.

Knitting Mill

A knitting mill is an industrial facility where knitted fabrics are produced from various types of yarns or threads. Knitting is a textile manufacturing process that involves interlocking loops of yarn to create fabrics of various patterns, textures, and thicknesses.

Fabric Dyeing

Fabric dyeing is a crucial process in the textile industry where textiles, such as garments, upholstery, and other fabrics, are colored to achieve desired colors and patterns. Dyeing not only adds aesthetic value to the textiles but can also enhance their durability and functionality.

Fabric Finishing

Fabric finishing is a critical step in the textile manufacturing process, where treated fabrics undergo various treatments and processes to achieve specific properties, appearance, texture, and functionality. The goal is to enhance the fabric's quality, durability, and aesthetic appeal.

Material Calendering

Material calendering is a process used in the textile and manufacturing industries to improve the surface finish and properties of materials like fabrics, paper, plastics, and metal foils. The calendering process involves passing the material between two or more rollers to compress and flatten it.

Fabric Coating

Fabric coating is a process in the textile industry where a layer of coating material is applied to the surface of a fabric to impart specific properties, such as water resistance, flame resistance, durability, or decorative features. This process is crucial for enhancing the performance and functionality of textiles.

Fabric Printing

Fabric printing is a textile manufacturing process in which patterns, designs, or colors are applied to fabric to create visually appealing and decorative textiles. The process involves transferring ink or dye onto the fabric's surface in a specific pattern or design.

Chemical Supplier Fabric Processing

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain.

Fabric Trader

A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. These actors play a critical role in a supply chain which is why we have in each production process. In fabric processing this can be a supplier/company who purchases the fabrics and sells them to another company.

Leather Tanning

Tannery

A tannery is an industrial facility where raw animal hides or skins are transformed into leather through a series of chemical and mechanical processes.

Wet Blue Tannery

A "wet blue" tannery is a specific type of tannery that specializes in the production of semi-processed leather known as "wet blue leather." Wet blue leather is leather that has undergone the initial stages of tanning, leaving it in a pale blueish-gray color and making it suitable for further processing into finished leather products. They use chromium as tanning material, which leaves the tanned leather pale blue (=wet blue).

Wet White Tannery

A "wet white" tannery is a specific type of tannery that specializes in the production of semi-processed leather known as "wet white leather." Wet white leather is leather that has undergone the initial stages of tanning without the use of chromium, resulting in a pale, nearly white color. This type of leather is considered more environmentally friendly compared to traditional chrome-tanned leather.

Crusting Tannery

A "crusting tannery" is a specific type of tannery that focuses on the intermediate stages of leather processing known as "crusting." Crusting is the phase of leather production that follows the initial tanning and involves a series of processes to achieve the desired characteristics and finish of the leather. The goal is to thin out, retan, and lubricate the hide/skin.

Beamhouse

The beamhouse is a crucial department within a leather tannery where the initial preparation of raw hides and skins takes place by removing hair and flesh from the hides. This department sets the foundation for the subsequent tanning and finishing processes.

Leather Finishing

A supplier/company who applies processes/activities such as burnishing, polishing, oiling, waxing, ironing that determine the final surface appearance and -properties of the leather.

Leather Chemical Supplier

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain. In leather tanning they usually provide solvents and resins.

Leather Trader

A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. These actors play a critical role in a supply chain which is why we have in each production process. In leather tanning this can be a supplier/company who purchases the finished leather and sells it to another company.

Trims and Components

Pocketing Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing pocketing.

Patch Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing patches.

Sole Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing soles.

Thread Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing thread.

Zipper Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing zippers.

Button Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing buttons.

Label Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing labels.

Laces Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing laces.

Lining Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing lining.

Rivet Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing rivets.

Hangtag Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing hangtags.

Carelabel Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing carelabels.

Elastics and Ribbon Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing elastics and ribbons.

Cushion Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing cushions.

Filling Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing filling material.

Beads Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing beads.

Foam Supplier

A supplier/Company that specializes in producing foams.

Other trims Supplier

A supplier/company that specializes in manufacturing/producing other trims/components that are not covered above.

Packaging

Packaging Supplier

A supplier/company that produces the packaging product.

Packaging Material Supplier

A supplier/company that produces the materials that are used to create the packaging (eg. cardboard)

Manufacturing

Pattern Making

Pattern making is a fundamental process in the fashion and textile industry that involves creating templates or patterns of garment components on paper or digitally. These patterns serve as the blueprint for cutting and assembling fabric pieces to construct a garment.

Assembly

The assembly process, in the context of manufacturing and production, involves the organized and systematic combining of individual components, parts, or materials to create a finished product. The specifics of the assembly process can vary widely depending on the industry, product complexity, and the materials involved.

Cut Make Trim

A supplier/company who CUTS garment patterns from a fabric role, MAKES/STITCHES the complete garments with the necessary trims and TRIMS of uncut threads tails, cleaning loose thread from the garment after stitching and doing the checking, finishing and packing the garment.

Sewing

Sewing is a critical process in garment manufacturing, where individual fabric components are joined together to create finished clothing items or textile products. The sewing process can be complex and requires skilled operators and sewing machines.

Embroiderer

A supplier/company who decorates the fabric/garment through stitching. Embroidery is a decorative technique that involves embellishing fabric or other materials with intricate designs, patterns, or images using needle and thread or specialized embroidery machines.

Printer

A supplier/company who processes textiles by applying ink/dyes/pigment to the fabric in form of patterns.

Laser Processing

Laser processing in the textile and fashion industry involves the use of laser technology to cut, engrave, mark, or create various designs and patterns on textiles, fabrics, leather, and other materials commonly used in fashion and textiles. This advanced manufacturing technique offers precision, flexibility, and customization, making it a valuable tool in the industry.

Laundry

The facility process in a laundry facility within the fashion and textile industry involves cleaning and maintaining textiles and clothing items to ensure they are in optimal condition for sale or use. This process is essential for preparing garments and textiles for distribution to retailers or customers.

Casting

A supplier/company who applies molding/casting processes to make a garment (-section)/change surface of a garment by pouring a fluid or powder into a mold that forms the garment or section when the fluid or powder evaporates or solidifies.

Polishing

A supplier/company who applies treatments that enhances the appearance of a fabric.

Garment Finishing

A supplier/company who practices the following garment finishing processes to improve the garment's quality: garment washing, checking and final inspection, pressing and packing.

Quality Assurance

A supplier/company who ensures that once a specification has been agreed, every product and production run meets the standard (e.g. raw material control, absorbency test, hand feel).

Plating

The plating process, also known as electroplating or electrodeposition, is a common industrial process used to apply a thin, protective, or decorative layer of one metal onto the surface of another metal or object. In the apparell and footwear industry, this process is mostly used for jewellery or decorating clothing.

Fully fashioned knitted

The fully-fashioned knitting process is a method of producing knitted garments, such as sweaters, cardigans, and other apparel items, using knitting machines that create individual garment pieces with specific shapes and sizes. Unlike cut-and-sew garments, where pieces of fabric are cut from larger rolls and then sewn together, fully-fashioned knitting produces each garment piece directly.

Garment Chemical Supplier

The facility process chemical supplier involves a series of activities aimed at sourcing, storing, handling, and distributing various chemicals to meet the needs of industrial, commercial, and other customers. These facilities play a critical role in providing chemicals for a wide range of applications. Therefore, we created this facility process in every production process of a supply chain.

Finished Goods Trader

A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. A trader typically refers to an individual or entity engaged in the buying and selling of various commodities or goods. These actors play a critical role in a supply chain which is why we have in each production process.

Sourcing & Import

Sourcing Agency

A sourcing agency, also known as a sourcing company or procurement agency, is an organization or service provider that assists businesses in finding and procuring products, materials, or services from suppliers or manufacturers, often in other regions or countries. Sourcing agencies play a critical role in helping businesses identify reliable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage the procurement process efficiently.

Warehouse

Distributor

The facility process of a distributor involves managing the distribution and supply chain operations of goods and products from manufacturers or suppliers to retailers, wholesalers, or end customers. Distributors play a vital role in ensuring that products are efficiently transported, stored, and made available to their intended markets.

Fulfillment Center / Warehouse

A supplier/company who provides a warehouse space where the goods are stored, packed and dispatched/ where incoming orders are received, processed and filled.

Retailer

Retailer

The facility process of a retailer refers to the operations and activities involved in managing a retail establishment, such as a physical store, e-commerce website, or a combination of both. Retailers are businesses that sell goods and services directly to consumers.

Wholesaler

The facility process of a wholesaler involves the operations and activities associated with purchasing goods in large quantities from manufacturers or suppliers and then selling these goods in smaller quantities to retailers or other businesses. Wholesalers play a crucial role in the supply chain by serving as intermediaries between producers and retailers.

Brand

A brand is a unique and distinctive identity or image associated with a company, product, service, or individual. It encompasses various elements, including a brand name, logo, slogan, design, and reputation, that collectively represent the values, qualities, and characteristics of what the brand represents. As companies can own multiple brands this is also a facility process in retraced to distinguish the company accounts.

Compliance

Auditor

A company who is authorized to review, assess and verify the activity/performance of a company and ensure that the company complies with standards/regulations/laws.