2.6 - Appropriate tools + processes

P2 - Design + making

correct tools and equipment

selecting correct tools and equipment achieves good results

different tools for

• measuring

• marking

• cutting

• sewing

• finishing

tools in industrial settings

• specialised equipment used at different stages

• facilitates efficient production of multiple products

workshop safety

must ensure your own safety and safety of others when using tools/equiptment

mass production

the production or large quantities of identical products in highly mechanised factories

scale of production

affects methods used for manufacturing and construction

manufacturing process - mass production

• highly mechanised

• time consuming to set up

• economical way of making products that require few changes - inflexible for products that change frequently

• requires careful planning to ensure steady manufacture flow

• need enough workers and machines - so no delay/hold ups in the process

batch production

a flexible method of production that enables changes to be made in product designs

manufacturing process - batch production

• teams work together to produce products

• more flexible method - workers are skilled in more than 1 job

• can adapt practices as fashions change

selecting appropriate manufacturing processes

• fabric type = some need specialist handling/processing

• component type = piping and lace inserts, need to consider when to incorporate and if specialist equipment is required

• order of construction = some processes need to be completed first

• product style and construction techniques

  • may need specialist machinery - embroidery

  • may need sub-assembly - collars, pockets

workforce skills

• many varied jobs in textile industry

• skills and qualifications needed vary

• include on the job training, apprenticeships, technical diplomas, university degrees

workforce training

• many skills are learned through first hand experience working in the industry

• highly skilled workers often train inexperienced workers

• automated manufacture has replaced man y type software workers

• highly trained operatives are required to operate and maintain the machines