【Inspector】Introduction to the basics of casual wear inspection and provides professional inspection, factory verification, certification and audit services

1. Overview of Casual Clothes and Scope of Inspection

Casual wear, a general term for casual clothing, distinguishes itself from formal attire and is primarily characterized by comfort and freedom of movement. During product and factory inspections, special attention must be paid to the categories of merchandise subject to statutory inspection, including men's and women's casual suits, tops, trousers, and skirts. Inspectors should be familiar with the characteristics of each category to accurately identify quality issues during inspection.

2. Key points of production process and factory inspection

Casual wear is produced using an assembly line process, so the following steps should be reviewed during factory inspection:

1. Production process design : Check the "three-dimensional modeling, flat cutting" process documents to confirm the standardization of technical parameters such as seam cutting, darts, and pleats

2. Assembly line configuration : During factory inspection, we evaluate the matching between production equipment layout and operator skills to ensure a balance between production capacity and quality.

3. Process control : Check the quality control records of the entire process from material inspection, material layout and skinning to sewing, ironing and shaping

During the factory inspection process, special attention should be paid to the supplier's process stability and quality control system integrity, which is the basis for ensuring the consistency of batch product quality.

3. Inspection standards and inspection specifications for casual wear

1. Inspection basis

Inspection should be based primarily on contract specifications, confirmed samples, and AQL sampling standards, while also considering special customer requirements. Professional inspection agencies typically use AQL II standards, adjusting the AC/RE value based on product application and customer risk appetite.

2. Inspection Items and Inspection Methods

(1) Garment appearance inspection

• Visually compare with the confirmed sample to confirm that the style meets the requirements

• Check whether the trademarks, hang tags, care labels, size tapes and other markings are correct and secure.

• Assess overall appearance and symmetry, paying attention to color differences and alignment

(2) Ironing quality inspection

• Check the collar: the collar is of appropriate size and the collar tip is sufficient and not folded.

• Check whether the front and back body and sleeves are flat and crisp, and whether the cuffs are neat.

• Check for ironing defects such as gloss, water stains, and yellowing

(3) Appearance defect inspection

• Check fabric for defects, dirt and color differences under standard light sources

• Determine defect levels according to AQL standards and distinguish between major and minor defects

(4) Sewing quality inspection

• Check whether the lines in each part are straight and whether the width of the double exposed lines is consistent

• Verify whether the needle pitch density meets the process requirements

• Check the consistency of seam size and the uniformity of seam cutting

• Confirm that there is no hair leakage, thread opening or back-spitting phenomenon

• Check the accuracy and firmness of the button position and the absence of defects in the buttonholes

(5) Dimensional measurement

• The main measurement parts of the top are: length, chest circumference, collar, sleeve length, shoulder width, and hem.

• Main measurement parts of pants/skirts: pants (skirt) length, waist circumference, hip circumference

• When measuring, calibrated measuring tools should be used and measured according to the standard placement method.

(6) Quality inspection of auxiliary materials

• Check the color coordination between the seams and the fabric (color matching)

• Verify button size consistency and no broken buttons

• Evaluation of the effect after washing: soft feeling, no yellow spots, no water stains

IV. Inspection operation procedures and inspection process

A professional inspection process should follow these steps:

1. Sample preparation : Randomly select representative samples to ensure coverage of all colors and sizes

2. Test environment setting : Conduct under standard light box or natural light to avoid light interference

3. Inspection sequence : adopt a systematic inspection path - from top to bottom, first left then right, first outside then inside

4. Folding inspection : First inspect the folding appearance to ensure the packaging display effect

5. Detailed inspection : Inspect item by item according to the procedure, and finally check the quality of the suture thread

6. Recording and determination : Accurately record the location, type and severity of defects, and determine the eligibility of batches according to AQL standards

5. Quality requirements and inspection focus for various types of casual wear

1. Tops Inspection Tips

• Overall appearance : check the smoothness of lines, fabric defects, washing effect, and consistency of symmetrical parts

• Collar : Verify the consistency of collar shape, collar flatness, and collar straightness

• Placket : Check the straightness, flatness, length consistency, zipper functionality and aesthetics

• Shoulders : Evaluate shoulder flatness, shoulder strap position accuracy, and shoulder pad fit

• Pockets : Check the flatness of the bag cover, the firmness of the bag opening, and the sewing quality of the bag cloth

• Sleeves : Verify the roundness of the sleeve cap, the firmness of the armhole seam, and the symmetry of the two sleeves

• Back : Check the flatness of the back seam, the symmetry of the back fork, and the curvature of the hem

• Shirt lining : confirm the straightness of the trademark, the accuracy of the position of the care label, and the suitability of the remaining lining material

2. Key points for inspecting pants

• Overall appearance : Check the smoothness of the trouser leg lines, the straightness of the silk strands, and the quality of ironing

• Waistband : Verify the consistency of waist width and the firmness of the belt loops

• Pockets : Check the straightness of the topstitching at the pocket opening, the firmness of the bartack, and the sewing quality of the pocket padding.

• Placket : Evaluate the flatness of the placket, the consistency of the width of the exposed seam, and the accuracy of the hook and loop position

• Crotch seam : Check the roundness of the front and back crotch, the firmness of the stitching, and whether there is any thread breakage.

• Trouser legs : Verify the consistency of the length of the two trouser legs, the consistency of the size of the trouser legs, and the ironing quality of the trouser seams

• Internal process : check the flatness of the waist, the integrity of the seams, and the reinforcement of the back seams

3. Key points for inspecting women's skirts

• Overall appearance : evaluate the smoothness of the skirt lines and the acceptability of fabric defects

• Waist : Check the consistency of waist width and the smoothness of zipper function.

• Skirt : Verify the straightness of the darts, the flatness of the side seams, and the symmetry of the slits

• Skirt lining : Check the flatness, length and seam quality of the skirt lining

6. Customer’s special requirements and inspection adaptability

During the inspection process, special attention should be paid to the customer's special requirements, such as:

• Weight Check of Padded Garments

• Weight test of knitted fabrics

• Verification of special washing effects

• Eco-labelling and certification compliance

• Special standards for dimensional tolerances

Inspectors should familiarize themselves with the customer's inspection guidelines and quality requirements in advance to ensure that the inspection results meet customer expectations.

VII. Packaging and labeling inspection requirements

Product packaging is an important part of inspection, and the following contents need to be checked:

1. Packaging material quality : clean, firm, dry, suitable for long-distance transportation

2. Packing box specifications : The size should be appropriate to the actual items to avoid excessive packaging or waste of space

3. Label clarity : The name, specifications, and quantity printed on the inner and outer packaging are consistent with the actual product and are not easy to fade

4. Packing ratio : Check whether the color and size distribution meet the order requirements

5. Protective measures : assess whether moisture-proof and shock-proof measures are adequate

During inspection, the packaging quality should be checked by sampling according to AQL standards to ensure that it meets international trade requirements.

8. Summary

Professional casual wear inspection requires a comprehensive application of inspection standards, measurement techniques, and quality assessment experience. Inspectors should possess a comprehensive understanding of textiles, be familiar with production processes, master AQL sampling standards, and be able to flexibly respond to the specific requirements of individual customers. Through a rigorous inspection process and meticulous review of inspection items, we can effectively control casual wear product quality, reduce trade disputes, and improve customer satisfaction.

During each inspection process, we should maintain an objective and fair attitude, accurately record the inspection results, and promptly feedback any problems found to provide a basis for quality improvement, thereby establishing a long-term and stable supplier quality assurance system.