February 27, 2023
How is a uniform produced?
From the initial idea to the finished professional outfitThe production of a uniform is as individual as our customers themselves. We do not have a pattern F for our workwear, but adapt to the wishes and ideas of our customers. Before we produce a uniform, we work with our customers and conduct a needs analysis. We ask them about various criteria, for example, the budget, the delivery date or what requirements the uniform has to meet. This means: from fabric to washability to special requests and finishes, we discuss every detail with our customers and consider every idea. Then we consult internally about which type of production is best for the customer and start the project.
The right implementation for every idea
We offer our customers three proven project processes: standard product, half design and full design. For the standard product, we select products from our never-out-of-stock range according to the customer’s requirements. These uniforms are visualised by our designers at the customer’s request. The customer then receives a binding offer. For the semi-design, we determine the products and finishes with the customer and create a design board based on the selected items. In the next step, the uniform is visualised for the customer and we make an offer.
For a full design project, the design, technical and purchasing departments come together at one table. Our designers create proposals from which we select three variants and present them to the customer. The customer can then choose his favourite design or make any changes he wishes. Once the customer has decided on a design, the purchasing department checks the availability, raw materials and capacities – and production can start. At the moment, a full design order takes 10 to 15 weeks from the customer’s signature. All our own articles are produced in Europe by our long-standing producers and manufacturers.
The production steps
A uniform goes through several production steps, some of which run in parallel. Here is a brief overview:
Design: Our design department pays special attention to the customer’s corporate identity and the requirements for functionality and washability. A mood board with photos, colours and textures forms the basis for a uniform concept. It also serves as inspiration for cuts, models and fabrics. Our goal: The customer must truly be 100% satisfied with the design.
Purchasing:Based on the briefing from the client meeting, the models and fabrics are determined. These are the basis for the development of a uniform. Each model is given its own number. This defines the model, fabric, colour and size. The customer decides how many pieces are needed for each model. Afterwards, our purchasing department sends the order to the garment makers and sub-suppliers, who manufacture our products according to our technical specifications and then deliver them to us.
Tailoring:We use various fits of jackets, culottes, shirts, blouses and other garments, which are produced as two-dimensional and digital patterns in Europe. Together with our designers, we determine the appropriate basic cut shapes for each customer in order to be able to implement the design for the uniform perfectly. Depending on whether the fabric is elastic, light or heavy, a suitable basic cut must be chosen or developed. A first sample is then produced, tested and presented to the customer. If the customer still wants changes, these are discussed with our designers and implemented. We are only satisfied when our customers are satisfied. The result is something to be proud of: a uniform with optimal wearing comfort combined with a modern appearance.
