QR Codes in Textile Mills: Fabric Rolls, Quality Control, and Buyer Traceability

1. Roll Identification

Each fabric roll carries a QR linking to: fibre composition, weight, width, colour reference, batch number, and weave or knit structure. Buyers confirm specification without a phone call.

2. Quality Control Records

The QR links to the inspection record: defect map, deviations from spec, and QC approval status. Downstream manufacturers know whether a roll passed, is on conditional release, or is quarantined.

3. Buyer Allocation

When a roll is allocated to a specific buyer or order, the QR record updates to reflect the allocation. The system prevents double-allocation and supports efficient cut-plan optimisation.

4. Fibre Traceability

The QR links upstream to the fibre certificate: country of origin, farm or plantation, and social or environmental standard compliance. Required for brands meeting Higg or similar due diligence frameworks.