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Packing Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
In the previous blog, we discussed Final Inspection Operations in Outsole Process, where every outsole passed the last quality verification before release. Only approved outsoles are transferred to the packing department. Packing is much more than placing outsoles inside a carton. A well-designed packing process protects product quality, maintains traceability, prevents mixing of sizes or colors, and ensures customers receive defect-free products in the correct quantity. Even a perfectly manufactured outsole can become a customer complaint if packing is performed incorrectly. Related Posts Brushing & Polishing Operations in Outsole Process…
Edge Coloring and Waxing Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
In the previous blog, Filler Application Operations in Outsole Process, we discussed how filler creates a smoother and more uniform outsole edge before final finishing. Once the filler has dried and the edge has been properly prepared, the outsole moves…
Filler Application Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
After Edge Scouring Operations in Outsole Process, the outsole edge may still contain small pores, scratches, fibre openings, and minor surface irregularities. These imperfections must be corrected before final colouring, waxing, and polishing. Filler application fills these minor imperfections and…
Edge Scouring Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
Premium footwear is recognised not only by its design but also by the quality of its finishing. Even when outsole moulding, trimming, heel nailing, and bonding operations are completed correctly, an uneven outsole edge immediately reduces the perceived quality of…
Heel Nailing Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
In the previous blog, Stage Inspection II – Assembly Inspection Operations in Outsole Process, we covered inspection of the assembled outsole/stock fitting components before the shoe proceeds to the next operation. Heel nailing is another important operation within this stage…
Stage Inspection II – Assembly Inspection Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
In the previous blog, Chilling Operations in Outsole Process, we discussed how controlled chilling stabilises the assembled outsole after pressing. Once chilling is completed, the product must pass an important quality gate before moving to finishing. This stage is known…
Chilling Operations in Outsole Process: Outsole (Stock Fitting) Assembly Series
After Outsole Pressing, the bonded outsole assembly remains warm because of heat activation and pressing. The next operation is Chilling, which rapidly reduces the assembly temperature and stabilises the bonded components before further handling. In the previous blog, Outsole Pressing…
