Scales of production

• What does the manufacturing method for textile products depend on?

  The number of products required
• Why do many textile products have a short life?

  They are often fashion items
• What is a characteristic of many textile products regarding their production?

  They may be made over a limited period
• What are the main production methods used in textiles?

  • One-off manufacture
  • Batch production
  • Mass production
• What is one-off manufacture primarily used for?

  Making unique items for individual customers
• What is a prototype in manufacturing?

  An early sample to test a concept
• Why is one-off manufacture considered expensive?

  Due to its labor intensity
• What is batch production used for in textiles?

  Manufacturing a limited number of products
• How do workers adapt in batch production?

  They can easily switch between products
• What role does computer control play in modern manufacturing systems?

  It helps track production and change products
• What is mass production characterized by?

  Production lines with unskilled workers
• When is mass production typically used?

  For products that do not change much
• What is sub-assembly in manufacturing?

  A separate line making small product sections
• What are the definitions of the four production methods in textiles?

  • One-off manufacture: Only one complete product made
  • Batch production: Limited number made in a time period
  • Mass production: Large quantities over a long time
  • Sub-assembly: Separate line for small sections
• How are templates used in production?

  To replicate the same design repeatedly
• How can patterns be utilized in a school workshop?

  With computers to create garment features
• What is a typical mistake students make in exams?

  Writing automated responses
• Why is fabric cut using a pattern?

  To minimize waste
• What is the purpose of a special cutting machine in fabric production?

  To cut patterns accurately
• What is the benefit of using patterns in garment making?

  They help create consistent features
• Where can students find exam practice answers?

  At www.hoddereducation.co.uk/6 myrevis