In 2006, Pan Brothers Tbk established an in-house Research & Development centre in order to provide clients with a more integrated and value-added service both in Indonesia and overseas. The R&D office is strategically located in Hong Kong to provide the quickest possible access to fabric sources from mainland China and other key production markets in Asia.
Through the Hong Kong office, Pan Brothers is able to quickly respond to client requests and generate technical product specifications within 24 hours. The staff also remains close to new developments in the industry in terms of technology, materials and techniques to facilitate internal innovation and thus provide new ideas and solutions for clients.
The commitment to staying at the forefront of R&D in the garment industry benefits large-scale brands and producers by offering flexibility in production methods to quickly adapt to new design specifications. The in-house team can also work alongside smaller clients in the design process and provide insights into the latest global trends while offering a cost-effective and efficient service.
Ensuring consistency and strict quality standards during product development is Pan Brother’s dedication to Safety & Quality Assurance. As a globally-oriented garment producer focused on quality and environmental sustainability, Pan Brothers Tbk follows the most stringent international standards and testing procedures at every level of the company’s operations. As testament to this commitment, the group has achieved the International Quality Management Standard ISO 9001:2008. In addition, Pan Brothers has also been awarded for ‘WRAP’ Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production, ISO 14001 for Environmental Management System, GSV (Global Security Verification), SA 8000, OHSAS and C-TPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism).
Every subsidiary and production facility follows a strict safety and quality assurance process beginning from the first stage of selecting the fabric at the warehouse. Based on the garment’s required function, fabric is selected to find a balance between style and garment strength. Rigorous testing is then undertaken for colour fastness, uniformity in the dyeing process, shrinkage and dimension durability. At each stage of the manufacturing process, the entire product line is subject to needle inspections, quality testing and a final inspection prior to shipping for total peace of mind.