Here’s a standard apparel folding and packing procedure used in the garment industry, especially for export or retail purposes:
👕 1. Preparation
- Check the garment for defects (stains, loose threads, incorrect stitching).
- Iron/steam the garment if required.
- Ensure size tags, price tags, and labels are attached properly.
📏 2. Folding Procedure
Folding varies by garment type (T-shirt, shirt, pants, etc.), but here’s a general method for a T-shirt:
T-Shirt Folding Steps:
- Lay flat: Place the T-shirt face down on a clean surface.
- Fold sleeves inward: Fold both sleeves toward the center.
- Fold sides: Fold each side of the shirt toward the center to make a rectangle.
- Fold bottom up: Fold the bottom part up to the top, usually in half or thirds.
- Final press: Smooth out wrinkles and align edges.
For pants:
- Fold in half vertically (leg over leg).
- Fold in thirds or halves depending on packaging size.
📦 3. Packing Procedure
- Insert into polybag:
- Use a clear, size-appropriate polybag.
- Insert the folded garment neatly.
- Seal the bag (self-adhesive or heat-sealed).
- Add barcode/label if required on the polybag.
- Carton packing:
- Arrange polybags in cartons by size, color, or style.
- Use dividers if needed to prevent shifting.
- Fill empty spaces with paper or air cushions.
- Seal the carton and label it with shipping and product details.
✅ 4. Quality Check & Documentation
- Perform a final QC check.
- Record packing details in a packing list (style, size, quantity, carton number).
- Attach packing slip and shipping labels.