- Samples 7–10 days
- Standard MOQ 100（first order 50）
- AQL 2.5/4.0
- US/CA/UK/AU/EU
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Quality Control for Custom Apparel & Streetwear | VANRD Factory
Vanrd runs a clear 8-step QC system from incoming fabric to sealed cartons. Our goal is simple: consistent fit, clean construction and ready-to-sell packing for your brand.
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Quality Control – From Fabric Rolls to Packed Cartons
Step 1 – Fabric inspection on inspection machine
Step 2 – Fabric wash & shrinkage tests
Step 3 – Print & embroidery inspection
Step 4 – In-line sewing process checks
Step 5 – End-of-line pre-check
Step 6 – 100% QC by dedicated QC team
Step 7 – Pre-packing supervisor audit
Step 8 – Packing & carton checks
Vanrd’s Quality Control Workflow
Vanrd's 8-Step QC Overview for Custom Apparel
| STEP | Stage | What We Check | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEP 1 | Fabric inspection | Stains, yarn defects, colour shading | Avoids cutting defective fabric |
| STEP 2 | Wash & shrink tests | Dimensional change, handfeel, colourfastness | Ensures final fit and stability |
| STEP 3 | Print & embroidery QC | Artwork position, clarity, colour, fastness | Protects brand artwork & logos |
| STEP 4 | In-line sewing checks | Seams, construction details | Catches issues before they repeat |
| STEP 5 | End-of-line pre-check | After trimming/ironing | Ensures clean finish by bundle |
| STEP 6 | 100% QC by QC team | Full piece-by-piece check | Aligns to AQL and buyer standards |
| STEP 7 | Pre-packing supervisor audit | Random carton-level audit | Confirms QC consistency |
| STEP 8 | Packing & carton checks | Piece count, size ratio, labels | Prevents carton mix-ups & shortages |
Step-by-Step: Vanrd's 8-Step QC Workflow
Step 1 – Fabric inspection on inspection machine
We inspect incoming fabric rolls on inspection machines under proper lighting.
QC checks for:
Stains, oil marks, dirt and dust
Snags, pulled yarns, holes and thick/thin places
Colour shading between rolls and within rolls
Width and weight consistency
Defective sections are marked and recorded so they are not placed into production.
Step 2 – Fabric wash & shrinkage tests
Before bulk cutting we run wash and shrinkage tests on each main fabric.
Typical checks include:
Dimensional change after recommended wash
Handfeel and surface change
Basic colourfastness to washing
Shrinkage data is shared with pattern and marker teams so production patterns are adjusted to keep your final fit on-spec.
Step 3 – Print & embroidery inspection
All printing, embroidery and appliqué passes a dedicated check point:
Artwork size and placement against tech pack
Colour accuracy versus approved strike-offs
Stitch density and coverage on embroidery
No missing stitches, loose threads, ghosting or cracking
Only approved panels move to sewing.
Step 4 – In-line sewing process checks
During sewing, line QC performs in-line inspections by operation:
Seam type and stitch length
SPI and tension balance
Matching of panels, pocket positions and plackets
Correct trims and thread colours
Defective pieces are sent to repair, and recurring issues trigger immediate feedback to line leaders.
Step 5 – End-of-line pre-check
After thread-trimming, ironing and basic finishing, we run an end-of-line pre-check by bundle:
Overall appearance and measurements on sample pieces
Zips, snaps and buttons functioning correctly
Clean garments with no stains or marks
Only bundles that pass this gate move to 100% QC.
Step 6 – 100% QC by dedicated QC team
A dedicated QC group performs 100% piece-by-piece inspection against our checklist and your spec.
They confirm:
Size and measurements within tolerances
Construction and seams without major or critical defects
Branding, labels and hangtags correctly applied
Garments are separated into pass, rework and reject categories, with records kept for every batch.
Step 7 – Pre-packing supervisor audit
Before packing, a line or department supervisor runs an additional audit:
Random re-check of QC-passed pieces
Confirmation that corrections have been implemented
Visual review of finishing quality by size and colour
This second layer helps keep QC standards consistent between shifts and styles.
Step 8 – Packing & carton checks
At packing, our team verifies counts and labels so cartons arrive ready for your DC:
Piece count per polybag and per carton
Size ratios and colour breakdown per your packing list
Barcode, size stickers and carton marks
Only after QC signs off on the packing checklist are cartons sealed and moved to the warehouse.
FAQs — Custom Clothing Manufacturing
- What quality and compliance systems do you follow for pants?The pants capabilities section states that Vanrd operates quality systems aligned with ISO 9001 principles, including incoming fabric checks, inline inspections and final AQL-based measurements. On materials we can source OEKO-TEX Standard 100 fabrics when requested. Social and factory audits such as BSCI or WRAP can be supported for buyers that require them. For US and EU-bound pants, we coordinate REACH and CPSIA-related testing with recognised third-party labs and prepare documentation in line with retailer requirements.
- What is your process from pants tech pack to bulk delivery?Our pants workflow is described as a clear eight-step process from first brief to shipment. It starts with Inquiry & Brief to clarify product mix, market, target prices and timelines, followed by Fabric/Trim Selection and Tech Pack & Pattern work. We then move into Sample production for fit, print, embroidery or sublimation approvals, and Pre-production Confirmation to lock specs, colours, branding and size curves. Bulk Production covers cutting, sewing, decoration and inline checks, then QC & Packing applies final inspections, folding, bagging and carton packing before Shipping and Replenishment planning.
- How are pants pricing and minimum order quantities set?The page explains that pants pricing depends on fabric type and weight, reinforcement level, pocket and panel complexity, washes or brushing, branding coverage and packaging requirements. Total volume per colour and style is a key driver of unit cost. Minimum order quantities typically start from 100 pieces per colour and style, with full size runs inside that total. This level is designed to fairly cover pattern development, sampling and private-label setup, while unit costs generally improve as quantities rise through better fabric utilisation and trim and decoration economics.
- What kinds of buyers and programs do you mainly serve?For pants manufacturing we work with several buyer groups rather than a single channel. Brand owners and private labels use us to build coherent pant ranges alongside tops, aligning silhouettes, fabrics and trims across capsules and core programs with realistic MOQs. Distributors and wholesalers receive stable specs, reliable capacity and carton-ready packing to replenish pants across multiple markets and channels. Corporate, hospitality and education buyers get easy-care pants with consistent sizing, colours and branding, supported by tender-style planning, size curves and documentation for long-running uniform contracts.
- What kinds of buyers and programs do you mainly serve?For pants manufacturing we work with several buyer groups rather than a single channel. Brand owners and private labels use us to build coherent pant ranges alongside tops, aligning silhouettes, fabrics and trims across capsules and core programs with realistic MOQs. Distributors and wholesalers receive stable specs, reliable capacity and carton-ready packing to replenish pants across multiple markets and channels. Corporate, hospitality and education buyers get easy-care pants with consistent sizing, colours and branding, supported by tender-style planning, size curves and documentation for long-running uniform contracts.
- What branding options can you apply on pants and shorts?Branding on pants often needs to be durable and relatively discreet, and our options are designed around that. We support thigh and back-pocket embroidery, small screen prints, reflective or rubber logos, woven badges, jacquard tapes and branded drawcords. Private-label elements include woven main and size labels, care labels, hangtags, barcoded stickers, branded polybags and printed cartons. Once a branding package is approved, it can be reused across seasons so multi-style pants programs stay visually consistent and easy to reorder.
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