DIFFERENT TYPES OF MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS

ONE OFF;

• this is where a one-off textile product is made by an individual designer
• quality is checked throughout construction
• often made to a higher quality
• exclusive, specialist, products high in cost due to slightly higher materials and labour costs
• products can include garments, hats, bags, cushions, curtains and upholstry
• unlike mass production, one off doesn't follow fashion trends
• usually no care label

BATCH PRODUCTION;

• this is where a fixed quantity of products are manufactured either for stock or to order
• can involve either 'make through'
  - this is where an operator carries out the…