More and more people are getting interested in furniture, from buying furniture to learning and customizing their furniture. The furniture business is booming across the globe. People all over are realizing the importance of furniture in completing the interior decor of their living and working space.
And businesses are capitalizing on this opportunity. Furniture manufacturing is not a simple task. It involves a lot of process, time, effort and money. That is why there are several factors you should consider before deciding to set up a furniture manufacturing factory.
We are listing down some of these factors so that you can decide and plan the factory establishment for your furniture manufacturing.
Deciding on your target market
The foremost step is to know what your target audience or niche will be. What segment of the furniture market would you like to target, their income level and the geographical area you would like to target.
This will require thorough market research to study customer behavior and demands of your target audience. Which in turn will help you decide what type of furniture you want to produce and the designs you want to use.
Types of furniture and designs you would like to manufacture
The market research will aid in determining the type of furniture you would like to manufacture. Do you want to produce high-end furniture, office, domestic or/and home furniture etc? Plus there are various styles of furniture like traditional, modern, contemporary, Indian style etc.
All these factors will influence the machines and materials to be used in manufacturing the furniture.
Raw materials required
There are mainly two types of raw materials of furniture: metal and wood. The furniture can have only one of these two or have some of both metal and wood. Wood is also further categorized into solid wood and engineered wood. So this also needs to be considered.
Along with this textiles are also used in the furniture.
Different types of wood can be used to manufacture furniture. Some of the widely used woods are sandalwood, teak, maple, walnut, mahogany, etc.
Metal too comes in different types such as steel, iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum etc. Glass and plastic can also be used in manufacturing the furniture.
You need to determine the type of materials you will be using in your furniture to be able to estimate the cost, means of arranging the materials, machines and human power that will be required.
Machines that will be needed
Before setting up or renting a factory the types of machinery and equipment that will be required for manufacturing the type of furniture that you want to produce need to be determined. Early recognition of the machine required will help to acquire the machine early. It will also give you the time to analyze and review different options for machines and types of equipment. You can also compare different sellers of the machine and opt for one that offers the most benefit.
Furniture manufacturing requires huge investment in heavy machinery, therefore making sure that the machinery needed and acquired is installed and functions properly. Our expert furniture consultants at STC India help furniture businesses to establish factories, set up the right processes and identify the right machinery and set up material handling systems. We are experienced and have worked with 20 clients.
Location of factory
Location of the factory is a key factor for several reasons including easy access to market and raw material. The location of the factory is also important from a legal perspective. There are several laws and rules under the Factories Act 1948 that need to be taken into consideration. These rules might also differ from one state to another. Along with the 1948 act, there are complaints by several authorities that need to be given due importance. The factory needs to follow the standards set by these authorities.
Size of factory
The size of the factory will largely depend on the size of the business that you want to establish. It can be a Small and Medium enterprise if you are just beginning or a branch of an already established business and brand. It will also depend upon the capital outlay that you are ready to invest.
A larger factory isn’t always the best option, try to optimize the scale of the factory for increased productivity. The size of the factory will also depend on the number and size of machines and equipment to be set up in the factory.
It is best to seek professional advice before and during the setting up of your furniture factory. STC India has a team of qualified, trained and experienced consultants who provide industry-leading advice to clients. We assist in factory establishment as well as provide quality inspections. We customize solutions catered to specific client needs and help them get the best results.
Layout of factory
This factor might be overlooked a lot of times, but is very important for maximizing the productivity and flow of the production process. Floor marking layout and placement of the machines, equipment is very important.
Similar to the interior of an office or home, the interior of the factory should be designed in a way that facilitates the production process, movement of goods and material, and meets all regulatory standards and compliance.
To know the best layout for your factory consult with us, we will make sure to meet all industry and regulatory standards and compliance.
Setting up a factory is a big decision, which requires calculated efforts and decision making. To establish a furniture manufacturing factory there are several important factors that a business should consider. Taking into account these factors will help the business set up a factory that the business needs with the appropriate machines and raw materials.
STC India’s Factory Setup Consultants analyze your project requirements and restrictions thoroughly to ensure the best possible solutions for you.
About STC India
STC India Consulting is a furniture consulting firm for wooden and metal furniture businesses. We help businesses in factory setup and technology establishment, outsourcing decisions, and quality inspections. We make sure to meet the regulatory standards and compliances. Our team of experts provides streamlined solutions for each business’s needs. We provide industry-leading furniture consultancy, factory technical audit, MEP consultancy, and quality inspection for the wooden and metal furniture industry. Let our experts set up the best furniture factory for you.
