Název projektu:
PS: FP7-SME-2012 - Enabling Made tO Order/Measure through integrative automation (EMTOOM) (11 GB 43O3 3N2K)
Popis:
A UK SME and research partner are submitting a proposal under the SME 2012 call. The project aims to create opportunities for SMEs in the production of made-to-order and made-to-measure clothing. The project integrates advanced technologies to allow effective and cost-effective customisation of clothing for a mass market. The Coordinator seeks an SME involved in pattern-cutting systems and hardware for the clothes industry as well as an SME involved in supply chain management and logistics.
An SME based in the English Midlands and a local university are preparing a bid proposal under the Research for SMEs call. The purpose of this is to fund research necessary for the integration of various technologies, which will enable the production of made-to-order and made-to-measure clothing at prices much lower than through traditional bespoke methods.
By integrating a range of advanced technologies, it is anticipated that marginal costs of production for one-off garments can be greatly reduced, thereby allowing the production of higher-value items, at a cost roughly comparable to the high street.
New body-scanning technologies allow the swift, convenient and accurate measurement of body dimensions in seconds rather than using a slow, laborious and error-prone manual method. If body-scanning technologies were combined with automated pattern-cutting systems, then unique, custom-sized textile patterns could be created at no marginal cost over stock sizes and patterns.
Since the resulting garments would be made-to-measure by default, elements of made-to-order could be efficiently integrated into the processes. These elements of design customization may initially be limited and strictly bounded. However, by gradually rolling out greater automation of the production processes, production costs can decrease whilst garment complexity increases.
Enabling true mass customization of clothing, at prices affordable by the middle of the market, in a convenient manner, will offer truly revolutionary added-value to the consumer. Europe will be able to reduce clothing imports from developing nations, retain an up-skilled domestic clothing industry, and develop further competence in high-value manufacturing.
Research knowledge and competence gained through this project will include:
" Integration of online (virtual) and offline (physical) assets, processes, data. Information systems which allow users to peer into' the manufacturing process in real-time. " End-to-end production systems which integrate full product lifecycle management, from the design and retail processes, through to, supply chain management, asset and inventory analysis, production management, shipping and tracking and customer feedback; all in one. " All stakeholders must be able to participate in the sharing of information multi-laterally between parties. " Direct computer control of distributed production and supply chain facilities via automated systems which begin processes online, move offline, and then re-integrate online again in a cycle of information and feedback.
All Work Package results will belong to the respective SME participants in their entirety [with possible tightly-bounded exceptions]. The Research Performers act entirely in a commissioned manner, and will retain no rights or IP from the results, other than the background competences gained through the commission of that research.
Whilst the research, technology and IP gained from this project will be very valuable for the SMEs involved, the real power will lie in the creation of ready-established supply chains and business opportunities, capable of being franchised far and wide. The sum of these technologies, once successfully integrated, will create powerful new markets and channels for every SME involved.
Outcomes
Outcomes will include:
" Greater consumer involvement in the design and manufacturing processes, " Less waste generated, " Speed The culture of instantaneous gratification will be served through rapid customisation for all, often with local or regional manufacture, " New types of customers will be created and served.
Technical Specifications / Specific technical requirements:
Call identifier: FP7-SME-2012
Deadline: 06/12/2011
Budget: ¬1.2 million
The Project Coordinator seeks an SME active in the development and utilisation of pattern-cutting hardware and systems in the clothing industry. This partner will play a crucial role in directing research and development, which is to be done on their behalf. This partner will then be granted exclusive ownership over the delivered end-product.
The Coordinator also seeks an SME involved in supply chain management and logistics in the clothing industry. Again this partner will benefit from the resulting end-products.
An SME based in the English Midlands and a local university are preparing a bid proposal under the Research for SMEs call. The purpose of this is to fund research necessary for the integration of various technologies, which will enable the production of made-to-order and made-to-measure clothing at prices much lower than through traditional bespoke methods.
By integrating a range of advanced technologies, it is anticipated that marginal costs of production for one-off garments can be greatly reduced, thereby allowing the production of higher-value items, at a cost roughly comparable to the high street.
New body-scanning technologies allow the swift, convenient and accurate measurement of body dimensions in seconds rather than using a slow, laborious and error-prone manual method. If body-scanning technologies were combined with automated pattern-cutting systems, then unique, custom-sized textile patterns could be created at no marginal cost over stock sizes and patterns.
Since the resulting garments would be made-to-measure by default, elements of made-to-order could be efficiently integrated into the processes. These elements of design customization may initially be limited and strictly bounded. However, by gradually rolling out greater automation of the production processes, production costs can decrease whilst garment complexity increases.
Enabling true mass customization of clothing, at prices affordable by the middle of the market, in a convenient manner, will offer truly revolutionary added-value to the consumer. Europe will be able to reduce clothing imports from developing nations, retain an up-skilled domestic clothing industry, and develop further competence in high-value manufacturing.
Research knowledge and competence gained through this project will include:
" Integration of online (virtual) and offline (physical) assets, processes, data. Information systems which allow users to peer into' the manufacturing process in real-time. " End-to-end production systems which integrate full product lifecycle management, from the design and retail processes, through to, supply chain management, asset and inventory analysis, production management, shipping and tracking and customer feedback; all in one. " All stakeholders must be able to participate in the sharing of information multi-laterally between parties. " Direct computer control of distributed production and supply chain facilities via automated systems which begin processes online, move offline, and then re-integrate online again in a cycle of information and feedback.
All Work Package results will belong to the respective SME participants in their entirety [with possible tightly-bounded exceptions]. The Research Performers act entirely in a commissioned manner, and will retain no rights or IP from the results, other than the background competences gained through the commission of that research.
Whilst the research, technology and IP gained from this project will be very valuable for the SMEs involved, the real power will lie in the creation of ready-established supply chains and business opportunities, capable of being franchised far and wide. The sum of these technologies, once successfully integrated, will create powerful new markets and channels for every SME involved.
Outcomes
Outcomes will include:
" Greater consumer involvement in the design and manufacturing processes, " Less waste generated, " Speed The culture of instantaneous gratification will be served through rapid customisation for all, often with local or regional manufacture, " New types of customers will be created and served.
Technical Specifications / Specific technical requirements:
Call identifier: FP7-SME-2012
Deadline: 06/12/2011
Budget: ¬1.2 million
The Project Coordinator seeks an SME active in the development and utilisation of pattern-cutting hardware and systems in the clothing industry. This partner will play a crucial role in directing research and development, which is to be done on their behalf. This partner will then be granted exclusive ownership over the delivered end-product.
The Coordinator also seeks an SME involved in supply chain management and logistics in the clothing industry. Again this partner will benefit from the resulting end-products.
Požadavky na partnera:
Requested Cooperation: Joint further development
- Type of partner sought:
Industry
- Specific area of activity of the partner:
Pattern-cutting or logistics
- Task to be performed by the partner sought:
To direct R&D activities in accordance with commercial needs.
- Type of partner sought:
Industry
- Specific area of activity of the partner:
Pattern-cutting or logistics
- Task to be performed by the partner sought:
To direct R&D activities in accordance with commercial needs.
Obchodní firma/fyzická osoba:
Technologické inovační centrum s.r.o.
Sídlo/Místo podnikání:
Vavrečkova 5262
760 01 Zlín
760 01 Zlín
Kontaktní osoba:
Lenka Kostelníková
Email:
Telefon:
+420 739 570 792
