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Shabab Fabrics Ltd (SFL has been incorporated in the year 2006 with the aim to meet the
growing demand of high quality terry towel products for the global market. Initially the core
competency is on terry towel manufacturing but the product range will steadily be enlarged to
include the whole gamut of house hold textiles. SFL has the capability to offer a complete terry
towel product range. The goal of the SFL is to become the preferred partner for sourcing high
quality terry towel products from Bangladesh.
Strong business ethics, excellences in business, creating a productive work environment,
continuous improvement through sound corporate governance and dynamic employee
Engagement have been at the function of the organization to become the leading terry towel
factory in Bangladesh.
1.6 total man power and section-wise man power: 650 persons
1.7 total production: 20 ton per day
1.8 total turnover: 33$ million /year
1.9 vision: To offer high quality and eco friendly products at most completive price through
integration of creativity & expertise itself as well as for the society.
Mission: To obtain customer satisfaction by ensuring highest quality of products in a competitive
price.
2 .Product mix and description of various products
2.1 Name of the product mix and detail description about the products
2.1.1 Beach Towel
Generally, a beach towel is a little larger than a bath towel. They are soft, fluffy and thick
because their main purpose is to provide comfort while one relaxes by the pool or on the beach.
TYPES
Besides the normal ones, multipurpose and convertible beach towels are also available. These
towels can be converted into a back pack, tote or sleeping bag, deck chair cover and even into an
auto seat cover. These towels have storage in the form of pockets and closures. They are very
useful during windy condition.
STYLES AND PATTERNS
Beach towels are usually in bright colors. They have interesting patterns printed or woven into
them, most of them being cool, fun and youthful. They also come in bright and colorful stripes.
Kids’ beach towels come with printed or woven pictures of their favorite Disney characters and
super heroes.
MATERIALS USED
Beach towels are made of the following materials:
• Cotton
• Terrycloth
• Tencel
USES
Beach towels are used for different purposes like:
• To dry oneself after swimming.
• For wiping sand from the body or objects.
• Worn for privacy while changing clothes in public places.
• As a cushy spot while sunbathing and help the user relax.
2.1.2 Bath Towel
The main purpose of a bath towel is for drying one’s body after a bath or shower. They are
generally woven with a soft and absorbent loop or pile and are thus used to wick the water away
from the body.
TYPES
In accordance to their specific use and size Bath towels are divided into:
• Wash Cloth Towel
• Hand Towel
• Standard Bath Towels
• Bath Sheets
2.1.3 Washcloth Towel
Washcloth are the smallest form of bath towels. They are also called facecloth or washrag.
Washcloth are cheap and sold mostly in bulk.
TYPES
Because washcloths are used for very personal purposes, there are disposable washcloths meant
for perineal and personal cleaning. They are ideal for guests and for the hospitality industry.
There are also scented wash cloths which contains aqueous solution to moisturize the skin while
cleaning. They are used mostly in hospitals and nursing homes. The disposable washcloths can
be heated once or twice to a select temperature.
STYLES AND PATTERNS
Washcloths are mostly square in shape, though they can also be manufactured according to
specification. Washcloths come in different colors, mostly in plain and checked pattern. There
are knitted forms of washcloths for a more invigorating bath. Washcloths are available in bulk or
in set with other matching towels.
MATERIALS USED
A washcloth is made of highly absorbent material. The material can range from medium weight
to heavy weight. The texture of a washcloth should be able to stimulate and invigorate the body
and at the same time exfoliate dead skin cells. The materials mostly used to make washcloth are:
• Cotton
• Terry Cotton
• Linen
USES
Washcloths are used for:
• Lathering
• Scrubbing
• Washing the face and body
2.1.4 Hand Towel
• Hand towels are not just a larger substitute for washcloths. They should be coordinated with the
other bath towels. The general size of a hand towel is 30×60 cm. They are usually positioned
near the sink, hung on a hanger or loop.
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MATERIALS USED
Hand towels can be made of different materials. The main criteria are they should be soft and
absorbent. Some of the most common materials used for making hand towels are:
• Cotton
• Tencel
• Silk
STYLES AND PATTERNS
Hand towel has the maximum designs and patterns, they are unlimited. They can have
embroidery work on them. There are knitted hand towels. There are hand towels with crochet,
patchwork and prints. Hand towels are available in many colors. Stripe and embellished hand
towels are also available. Hand towels can be personalized with monograms or names
embroidered on them.
USES
The many uses of a hand towel are:
• A hand towel is used for drying hands after washing.
• Besides the general use for drying one’s hands, hand towels are also used for promotional
purposes
• Hand towels customized with the company/organization logo are used as a means of
advertisement
• Hand towels are very popular during corporate outings and events like golf. They come with a
grommet or hook to be fixed to the golf bag
2.1.5 Standard Bath Towels
Standard bath towels are the ones that most people use on a daily basis. Their main function is to
provide maximum absorption to the user.
TYPES
Besides the normal bath towels, there are bath towels for infants, toddlers and kids. The infant’s
and toddler’s bath towel can have hoods, which keep them warm after a bath. Kid’s bath towels
also come in the poncho style, it keeps them warm besides the pool or on the beach and also
makes changing very convenient.
MATERIALS USED
While making a bath towel, importance is given to the absorbing capacity and the ability to dry
quickly. Some of the most common fabrics used for making a regular bath towel are:
• Terry Cloth
• Terry Weave Microfiber
• Cotton
• Microfiber
STYLES AND PATTERNS
There is a vast array of styles and patterns of bath towel in the standard size. They can come in
the form of solid colors. White color is the most popular because of its fresh and crisp looks.
Some people preferred to have their initial/s monogrammed on the towel. Neat embroideries at
the corner of the towel are also very popular. For infants, toddlers and kids, the patterns are
interesting and come in bright colors. Some manufacturers offer custom digitized and
monogrammed towels according to specifications.
SHAPE AND SIZE
A standard bath towel is rectangular in shape and its popular size is 30″×60″ (75×150 cm). But
people of a larger frame find the size of a normal bath towel not comfortable. So, they opt for a
larger variety known as a bath sheet.
2.1.6 Bath sheets
Bath sheets are the largest of all the bath towels. Many people prefer bath sheets to the standard
bath towels because of the more area for absorption.
MATERIALS USED
Absorbency and comfort are the main purposes for the use of bath sheets, so high quality fabrics
are the first choice for the manufacturers. Utmost care is taken to the texture and finish of the
towel. The most common types of fabrics used for making a regular bath sheets are:
• Terry Cloth
• Terry Weave Microfiber
• Cotton
• Microfiber
• Fleece
SIZE
They can be six feet or more in length. The general size of a bath sheet is bath sheet is around
60″ x 32″. For larger people, the normal bath towel is not satisfactory. So, they still preferred
extra large bath sheet which is much larger than the normal bath towel.
STYLES AND PATTERNS
White is the most popular color for bath sheet. They also come in a variety of colors with
beautiful patterns but plain, single color bath sheets are preferred. Bath sheets can be customized
according to the specification of the customers. Monogram, embroidery and applique are also
used to add variety to the bath sheets.
USES
• To dry oneself after a bath, shower or a swim.
• They can also be used as a makeshift sarong.
• They can be wrap around to provide warmth.
• They can be used to provide a cushy spot for sunbathing.
2.2 Steps of operations for developing each product.
2.3 Flow chart diagram for producing a woven terry towel in Shabab Fabrics Ltd.
2.4 Sample analysis:
After getting the order sample R&D team analyze the sample and find out the all parameter (epi,
ppi, total no of ends, total no of picks, weaving structure, weaving technique, yarn color, yarn
count, types of yarn) of that sample
2.5 Making design on computer: