Expert Rework Solutions for Apparel and Accessories
Rework solutions, often at little to no cost to you, with manufacturer support.
Comprehensive Rework Solutions for Apparel, Soft Goods, and Accessories
MGI has established itself as the industry leader by consistently delivering rework solutions that protect and enhance our clients’ brands. Serving the apparel and soft goods industries for over 30 years, we are the go-to partner for many of America’s top recognized brands, providing high-quality rework services swiftly and efficiently.
In many cases, businesses importing merchandise from overseas manufacturers can receive compensation for defective units to offset the cost of domestic rework services. This eliminates the need for lengthy returns while ensuring inventory is corrected quickly and market-ready. MGI’s expertise helps clients navigate these situations seamlessly, saving time and preserving profitability.
Expert Rework & Repair Services Across All Product Lines
MGI specializes in addressing a wide range of product issues, from manufacturing defects and out-of-spec items to necessary merchandise changes. Our expertise spans across various products, including apparel and soft goods—everything from socks to headwear, outerwear to uniforms. We provide cost-effective, timely rework and alteration services, such as replacing components, correcting defects, cosmetic alterations, and reinforcing products through customized sewing operations.
Our Services Can Handle Everything From:
- Component replacements buckles, straps, buttons, zippers, clips, and other trims
- Defective sewing corrections
- Cosmetic alterations
- Reinforcement through customized sewing
- Applying adhesives/sewfree bonding tape
- Applying non-slip/gripper silicon (FDA approved for human skin contact)
Our Specialized Services
MGI specializes in addressing a wide range of product issues, from manufacturing defects and out-of-spec items to necessary merchandise changes. Our expertise spans across various products, including apparel, soft goods, and accessories.
Repair Services
Our repair services are dedicated to restoring defective items. We specialize in repairing defects caused by manufacturing errors, handling issues such as fabric tears, broken zippers, damaged trims, and other faults. Our skilled technicians use advanced techniques and high-quality materials to ensure that each item is meticulously repaired, maintaining its integrity and extending its lifespan.
Rework Solutions
Our apparel rework solutions focus on altering items that are out of specification, ensuring they meet your exact requirements. Whether it’s adjusting sizes, modifying fits, or reconfiguring components, we tailor our rework processes to correct deviations and enhance product quality. From resizing garments to updating design elements, our rework services help bring your inventory back into compliance with your brand’s standards.
Label Changes
We specialize in precise label adjustments to ensure your products align perfectly with your brand’s identity. Our team expertly handles the replacement, addition, or removal of labels on high-volume merchandise, using both heat transfer and sew-in labels to meet your specifications. Whether adding custom logos or updating existing labels, we provide seamless label changes that enhance product presentation and reflect your brand’s standards.
reimbursement for Rework Costs
Rework solutions, often at little to no cost to you, with manufacturer support.
When dealing with defective inventory from overseas manufacturers, many businesses face challenges with costly returns and potential delays. In some cases, overseas manufacturers offer compensation to cover the cost of domestic rework services. This approach ensures that defective inventory is corrected locally, saving time and reducing the risk of market delays.
At MGI, we specialize in providing efficient and cost-effective rework solutions, allowing your merchandise to meet specifications and become market-ready without the need for lengthy overseas returns. By addressing these challenges locally, we help you maintain your timelines and reduce the financial burden.
Why Choose MGI’s Rework Services?
Our rework services offer several key benefits that set us apart in the industry:
Cost Efficiency
Avoid the high costs of scrapping or replacing defective products by opting for our affordable rework solutions.
Quality Assurance
We ensure that all repaired or altered items meet your brand’s high standards, maintaining product integrity and customer satisfaction.
Time Savings
With our rapid turnaround times, we help you minimize delays and keep your supply chain running smoothly.
Compliance and Risk Management
Our patent infringement alterations protect your business from legal risks and ensure compliance with industry regulations.
Sustainability
Reduce waste and support sustainability by refurbishing and rebranding existing inventory instead of discarding it.
Customization
Tailored solutions that cater to specific client needs, from minor repairs to extensive modifications.
Success Stories: Turning Defective Inventory into Profits
Time-Sensitive Inventory Challenge Resolved for eCommerce Retailer
An eCommerce retailer received a shipment of toddler dresses from a Chinese manufacturer with incorrect strap placements, making them unsellable just before the crucial holiday season. With no time to return the items overseas, the retailer turned to MGI for a swift, domestic solution.
MGI quickly reworked the dresses to meet the correct specifications, ensuring they were ready for sale in time. The retailer achieved a 100% sell-through rate during the holiday season, successfully turning a potential loss into profit. Additionally, the original manufacturer reimbursed the retailer for the rework costs, demonstrating the advantage of utilizing MGI’s domestic rework services to overcome inventory challenges efficiently.
