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Author: Kym O'Leary

How HMZ is Enabling Brands to Provide Sustainable PPE

Posted on by Kym O'Leary

In 1987, the United Nations Brundtland Commission defined sustainability as “meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” Today, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) provide a critical framework for improving global well-being and combating the impacts of climate change.

SDG12 emphasises the importance of sustainable consumption and production patterns, while SDG13 calls for urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.

How does incorporating tear-away hems into your workwear align with the SDGs? Firstly, the HMZ method maximises fabric use by using often-discarded fabric as extension pieces for trousers, reducing waste and promoting sustainable production practices. Secondly, implementing tear-away hems demonstrates a commitment to addressing climate change by embracing innovative solutions to long-standing industry challenges, such as reducing returns due to incorrect garment lengths.

Consider a leading Australian workwear brand’s size chart [image 1], offering 25 fit options with duplicated lengths. Assumptions about body types and proportions appear generalised. Why assume smaller-waisted individuals are taller, or larger-waisted individuals are shorter? This doesn’t reflect the true diversity we see in people.

Does your uniform selection unintentionally favour average-height individuals? HMZ offers a solution. Request tear-away hems on workwear to create an inclusive offering for individuals of diverse sizes and shapes.

There is now a choice for height inclusivity and sustainability. Request HMZ and redefine uniform selection to embrace diversity and sustainability.

Sustainability and Fit: How Tear-Away Hems are Reducing Environmental Impact

Posted on by Kym O'Leary

At HMZ, we’re dedicated to not only modernising workwear but also minimising the environmental footprint that comes from integrating multiple leg length options into one pair of pants. Our Tear-Away Hems solution isn’t just about providing custom fit options; it’s also about sustainability and waste reduction.

Here’s how Tear-Away Hems are making a difference:

  1. Combining multiple length options in one pair of pants. With Tear-Away Hems, individuals can adjust the length of their pants to suit their height. This means that one pair of pants can accommodate various lengths, reducing the need for multiple SKUs and excessive production.
  2. Reducing returns for the wrong length. By offering customisable length options, we significantly decrease the likelihood of customers receiving ill-fitting pants and subsequently returning them. This reduction in returns not only saves time and resources but also minimises transportation emissions related to returning and exchanging products.
  3. Streamlining Inventory Management: Traditionally, brands have had to stock multiple length options per size for the same style, resulting in excess inventory and the potential for waste. Tear-Away Hems allow brands to carry fewer variations of each style while still accommodating a wide range of body types and preferences. This streamlined approach simplifies inventory management while promoting efficient resource utilisation.

By incorporating HMZ into workwear designs, you’re not only providing superior fit and comfort for customers but also contributing to a more sustainable future.

Join us in our commitment to reducing environmental impacts and creating workwear that benefits both wearers, brands and the planet.

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