Direct manufacturer of export-grade knitwear in Gazipur, Bangladesh. An 85,000+ sq. ft. purpose-built industrial campus housing 18 modern modular sewing lines, in-house circular knitting, high-capacity automatic screen printing, computerized CAD cutting, and an independent 4-stage quality assurance laboratory.
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Unlike trading agents or broker networks, Sabah Designers Ltd is a tangible manufacturing enterprise operating from Gazipur with our own workforce, machines, and supply chain.
820 skilled stitching technicians, 70 finishing & packing specialists, 60 QA engineers & line chiefs.
High-efficiency lean layout designed for rapid style changeover, balanced takt times, and in-line QA checkpoints.
Audited fleet of Brother, Hikari, Pegasus, Juki, Eastman, and IMA machinery operating under strict preventative maintenance schedules.
Across 3 specialized campuses in Gazipur with 250 kVA dedicated substation & Welland generator for 100% uninterrupted output.
*Facility metrics are current operational figures and subject to confirmation at the time of factory audit. Machine counts reflect sewing, cutting, and finishing equipment currently in service.
Production Volumes
We operate 18 synchronized modular assembly lines with a verified total output of 20,000 pieces daily and 520,000 pieces monthly across all knitwear product categories.
| Product Category | Verified Monthly Output | Dedicated Lines | Core Fabric Weights | Bulk CMT Lead Time† | Starting MOQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
T-Shirts & Tank Tops Crewneck, V-Neck, Henley, Oversized, Heavyweight |
~250,000 Pcs / month | 6 Dedicated Lines | 140–300 GSM Combed Jersey | 25–35 Days | 200 Pcs / Color |
|
Hoodies & Pullovers French Terry, Brushed Fleece, Boxy Streetwear, Full-Zip |
~100,000 Pcs / month | 4 Heavyweight Lines | 320–460 GSM Heavy Loopback | 30–40 Days | 200 Pcs / Color |
|
Polo Shirts Honeycomb Pique, Mercerized Cotton, Performance Poly |
~80,000 Pcs / month | 3 Dedicated Lines | 190–260 GSM Pique / Interlock | 28–38 Days | 200 Pcs / Color |
|
Sweatpants & Joggers Cargo Joggers, Loopback Bottoms, Athletic Trackpants |
~60,000 Pcs / month | 3 Dedicated Lines | 280–420 GSM Terry / Fleece | 30–40 Days | 200 Pcs / Color |
|
Activewear, Light Sweaters & Others Sports Bras, Leggings, Light Sweaters, Corporate Knits |
~30,000 Pcs / month | 2 Specialized Lines | 180–350 GSM Nylon / Spandex / CVC | 30–45 Days | 200 Pcs / Color |
| Total Facility Capacity (All Products) |
520,000 Pcs / Month (20,000 Pcs / Day) |
18 Active Modular Lines | 140–480 GSM Spectrum | Average 30 Days† | Flexible Low MOQ |
*Monthly capacity figures are approximate and vary by garment
construction, embellishment complexity, and concurrent order mix
across lines. Confirmed capacity for your specific style is provided
at the time of quotation.
†Bulk CMT (Cut-Make-Trim) time once fabric is confirmed
in-house. Total order timeline including fabric sourcing/knitting and
sampling is typically ~60 days end-to-end — see
Our Process.
Inside Sabah Designers
Explore every stage of our end-to-end manufacturing process. From raw yarn knitting and digital cutting to automated screen printing and final needle-detected export packaging.
01 · Campus Exterior
Purpose-built multi-story industrial facility in Kashimpur, Gazipur. Engineered with wide container loading bays, 24/7 CCTV security, perimeter safety walls, and dedicated truck staging for seamless export dispatches.
02 · Sample Room
Rapid prototyping center equipped with Gerber CAD systems, digitizers, and dedicated sample masters. Creates fit samples, size sets, and salesman counter-samples in approximately 15 working days before bulk cutting authorization.
03 · Cutting Floor
Tension-free automated fabric spreading machines with laser pattern alignment and high-pressure vacuum cutting tables. Guarantees ±1mm dimensional accuracy across 100-ply stacks with zero edge distortion or shrinkage skewing.
04 · Sewing Floor
18 synchronized modular assembly lines staffed by 820+ skilled operators. Equipped with direct-drive Hikari & Brother lockstitch, Pegasus overlock, and cylinder/flat-bed flatlock machinery with traffic-light in-line inspection at every workstation.
05 · Fabric Milling
Operated via sister company Sarah Industries. High-speed German Mayer & Cie and Terrot circular knitting machines producing 100% combed cotton jersey, honeycomb pique, 3-end fleece, diagonal loopback, and custom rib trims.
06 · Screen Printing
Operated via sister concern Riverain. Automated 14-color screen printing carousels and high-efficiency infrared curing tunnels. Capable of 3D puff, discharge, matte silicone, high-density, metallic, and glitter prints.
07 · Finishing
Equipped with pneumatic thread suction trimmers, continuous boiler steam generators, and ergonomic vacuum ironing tables. Ensures crisp garment presentation, perfect seam flattening, and zero loose thread remnants.
08 · Quality Lab
An independent QA department with 60 dedicated technicians. In-house testing facility equipped for Martindale pilling, crockmeter color rub testing, wash shrinkage verification (<3%), and precision spectrophotometer shade matching.
09 · Packing & Safety
All garments pass through Hashima conveyor needle detectors (1.0mm ferrous detection) prior to packaging. Folded with tissue inserts, bagged in custom branded frosted polybags, barcoded, and packed into heavy-duty 5-ply export master cartons.
10 · Buyer Showroom
Dedicated executive buyer showroom featuring 500+ previous shipment samples, master fabric hangers, comprehensive trims library, and Pantone TCX color swatches for visiting international buyers and development teams.
Audited Plant Equipment Fleet
Verified inventory of 453 production units across 65 audited machinery lines — including Brother, Hikari, Pegasus, Juki, Eastman, IMA, and KM. Maintained under preventative maintenance protocols to guarantee zero-downtime manufacturing and export-grade stitch micro-tolerances.
| Sl. No. | Machine Type & Application | Brand & Model Series | Department / Section | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Plain Machine
Direct-drive single needle lockstitch for precision seams & hem joining |
Hikari
Model No. H8800DW-7C-5 |
Sewing Floor | 8 Units |
| 2 |
Plain Machine
Direct-drive single needle lockstitch for collar & cuff assembly |
Hikari
Model No. H8800DW-7C-5 |
Sewing Floor | 2 Units |
| 3 |
Plain Machine
Direct-drive lockstitch with automatic thread trimmer & auto-wiper |
Hikari
Model No. H8800EW-7C-5/AK |
Sewing Floor | 49 Units |
| 4 |
Plain Machine
Direct-drive lockstitch with automatic thread trimmer & auto-wiper |
Hikari
Model No. H8800EW-7C-5/AK |
Sewing Floor | 1 Units |
| 5 |
Plain Machine
Direct-drive lockstitch with electronic thread trimmer for clean seams |
Brother
Model No. S-7100A-403 |
Sewing Floor | 40 Units |
| 6 |
Plain Machine
DigiFlex electronic feed lockstitch prevents fabric puckering & slippage |
Brother
Model No. S-7250A-403P |
Sewing Floor | 26 Units |
| 7 |
OverLock Machine
High-speed direct-drive 4-thread overlock for knit side seaming |
Hikari
Model No. HX6814T |
Sewing Floor | 57 Units |
| 8 |
OverLock Machine
High-speed direct-drive 4-thread overlock for sleeve inserting |
Hikari
Model No. HX6814T |
Sewing Floor | 3 Units |
| 9 |
OverLock Machine
Ultra-high speed 4-thread overedging machine for clean knit joins |
Pegasus
Model No. M952 |
Sewing Floor | 60 Units |
| 10 |
Over Lock Machine
High-performance differential-feed 4-thread overlock for heavy knits |
Pegasus
Model No. MX5214-M03 |
Sewing Floor | 17 Units |
| 11 |
Flate Lock-Sylinder bed
Cylinder bed coverstitch / flatlock for sleeve cuffs, collars & bottom hems |
Hikari
Model No. HW782TA |
Sewing Floor | 34 Units |
| 12 |
Flate Lock-Sylinder bed
Cylinder bed coverstitch / flatlock for neckband taping & circular hems |
Hikari
Model No. HW782TA |
Sewing Floor | 2 Units |
| 13 |
Flate Lock-Royes cutter
Cylinder bed interlock with right-hand fabric trimmer for clean edge finish |
Pegasus
Model No. W3662P |
Sewing Floor | 14 Units |
| 14 |
Flate Lock-Sylinder bed
Cylinder bed 3-needle 5-thread interlock for tubular knit hems |
Pegasus
Model No. W3662P-01G |
Sewing Floor | 6 Units |
| 15 |
Flate Lock-Sylinder bed
Cylinder bed interlock coverstitch for athletic seams & sleeve bindings |
Golden Wheel
Standard Industrial Model |
Sewing Floor | 1 Units |
| 16 |
Flate Lock-Nerrow Sylinder bed
Ultra-narrow cylinder bed flatlock for infantwear, gloves & small tubular cuffs |
Megasew
Model No. MJ2600 |
Sewing Floor | 2 Units |
| 17 |
Flate bed
Flat bed 3-needle 5-thread coverstitch for decorative flat seaming & hems |
Hikari
Model No. HW762T-1.2-2x356 |
Sewing Floor | 8 Units |
| 18 |
Flate bed
Flat bed high-speed interlock machine for general flat seaming & topstitching |
Pegasus
Model No. W3562P-02G |
Sewing Floor | 8 Units |
| 19 |
Flate bed
Flat bed industrial interlock coverstitch machine |
Golden Wheel
Standard Industrial Model |
Sewing Floor | 1 Units |
| 20 |
Flate bed
Flat bed industrial interlock coverstitch machine |
Golden Wheel
Standard Industrial Model |
Sewing Floor | 1 Units |
| 21 |
Button hole Machine
Computerized high-speed lockstitch buttonholing for polos & shirts |
Juki
Model No. LBH1790 |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 22 |
Button hole Machine
Electronic direct-drive lockstitch buttonholer with active tension |
Brother
Model No. HE-800C |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 23 |
Button Stich
Computerized button sewing / stitching machine with auto-thread clamp |
Juki
Model No. LK-1903ASS |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 24 |
Button Stich
High-speed electronic button clamp & stitch machine |
Gemsy
Model No. 1903A-K |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 25 |
Rib Cutter
Circular rotary rib cutting machine for t-shirt collars & bindings |
Max
Model No. Max-911A |
Cutting Section | 2 Units |
| 26 |
Auto Rib Cutter
Automatic knit rib & tubular fabric strip cutting machine |
KMR
Model No. KMR-933 |
Cutting Section | 2 Units |
| 27 |
Cutting Machine
Industrial vertical straight-knife fabric cutting machine (heavy plies) |
KM
Model No. KM-MACK-KS-AU V |
Cutting Section | 10 Units |
| 28 |
Cutting Machine
Industrial vertical straight-knife cutting machine for bulk production |
KM
Model No. KM-MACK-KS-AU V |
Cutting Section | 1 Units |
| 29 |
Cutting Machine
Straight-knife cutting machine for precision pattern trimming |
Gemsy
Model No. KM-MACK-KS-AU V |
Cutting Section | 2 Units |
| 30 |
Snap Button
Heavy-duty pneumatic snap button & rivet attaching press |
Max
Standard Industrial Model |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 31 |
2-Needle chain stich
High-speed 2-needle double chainstitch machine for waistband & neck tape |
Ligia
Model No. LI3800 |
Specialized Sewing | 4 Units |
| 32 |
2-Needle chain stich
High-speed 2-needle chainstitch for reinforced stretch seams |
Ligia
Model No. LI3800 |
Specialized Sewing | 1 Units |
| 33 |
Thread Cutter
Automatic suction thread trimmer for clean finish before QC inspection |
Jusan
Standard Suction Model |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 34 |
Plastic Stapler
Elastic plastic staple attacher for barcode, brand & price ticket tagging |
Jusan
Model No. CM-80 |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 35 |
AUTOMETIC END CUTTER
Motorized track end cutter with automatic return & digital ply counter |
EASTMEN
EC-9N |
Cutting Section | 2 Units |
| 36 |
AUTOMETIC END CUTTER
Automated guide-rail end cutter for precision fabric layer leveling |
SANTAIN
ST-205A |
Cutting Section | 1 Units |
| 37 |
Fusing Machine
Continuous rotary interlining fusing press for plackets & pocket flaps |
SANTAIN
JS-450 |
Cutting & Prep | 1 Units |
| 38 |
Needle Detector
Conveyor-belt metal detector for 100% export metal/broken needle check |
Shengtian
JS-600-C |
Quality Inspection | 1 Units |
| 39 |
Elastic Device join
Computerized metering device for waistband & underwear elastic joining |
Smart
Model No. MC-E6U |
Specialized Sewing | 15 Units |
| 40 |
Elastic Device join
Electronic tension-controlled elastic joining & feeding device |
Amida
Model No. MG-E6U |
Specialized Sewing | 5 Units |
| 41 |
Loop Device
Automated belt-loop & hanger-loop folding and attaching device |
Resing
Model No. PK-SP |
Specialized Sewing | 2 Units |
| 42 |
Generator 250 KVA
Prime heavy-duty 250 kVA diesel generator for 100% factory backup |
Brand: Welland
Model No. 1206A-E70TTAG3 |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 43 |
Steam Boiler
Central industrial steam boiler supplying continuous ironing & press lines |
Industrial Steam Boiler
Heavy-Duty Central Unit |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 44 |
22 Kw Screw Air compresser
22 kW rotary screw air compressor powering pneumatic sewing tools |
Industrial Screw Compressor
Model No. HDVF-30HVF |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 45 |
11 Kw Screw Air Compresser
11 kW high-efficiency screw compressor for auxiliary pneumatic lines |
Linghein
Model No. L 11-10 |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 46 |
Spreader Lay Machine
Automatic tension-free fabric spreading & layering carriage machine |
IMA
Model No. 89013180B |
Cutting Section | 1 Units |
| 47 |
1 kw Air Drayer
1 kW refrigerated air dryer removing moisture from pneumatic system |
Jianye Group Co., LTD
Model No. EL 030 |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 48 |
2 kw Air Drayer
2 kW refrigerated compressed air dryer ensuring moisture-free lines |
Industrial Air Dryer
Refrigerated 2 kW Unit |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 49 |
CAD Printer
High-speed marker plotting & digital CAD nesting print output |
Algotex
Plotter Series |
CAD & Pattern Studio | 1 Units |
| 50 |
CAD Printer
Wide-format precision ink-jet CAD plotter for bulk cutting markers |
Richpeace
Plotter Series |
CAD & Pattern Studio | 2 Units |
| 51 |
Fabrics Relaxation Machine
Tensionless fabric roll relaxation machine preventing post-cut shrinkage |
Amida
Model No. FR-63-EA |
Fabric Warehouse | 1 Units |
| 52 |
Fabrics Quality Cheking Machine
4-point fabric inspection machine with digital meter counter & illumination |
Winda
Model No. WD-124LF-ED |
Incoming Quality Lab | 1 Units |
| 53 |
Fit of The Arm
Feed-off-the-arm 3-needle chainstitch machine for tubular crotch/sleeve seams |
Brothers
DA-9270-1 |
Specialized Sewing | 4 Units |
| 54 |
Fit of The Arm
Feed-off-the-arm 2-needle lap-seaming machine for heavy knit & woven seams |
ZUKI
MS-1190 |
Specialized Sewing | 2 Units |
| 55 |
250 KVA Substation
250 kVA dedicated high-voltage power transformer & distribution switchgear |
Industrial Power Substation
250 KVA Dedicated Substation |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 56 |
Steam Iron
Gravity-feed industrial steam irons with Teflon shoes for garment shaping |
Heavy-Duty Steam Iron
Gravity-Feed Industrial Ironing Station |
Finishing & Packaging | 25 Units |
| 57 |
PP Belt Machine
Polypropylene strapping machine for heavy-duty export carton securing |
Heavy-Duty Strapping Machine
Semi-Automatic PP Banding |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 58 |
Blower Machine
High-pressure air blower system for cleaning & lint extraction |
Industrial Air Blower
Central Dust & Suction Blower |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 59 |
Grinding Machine
Precision cutting blade grinding and sharpening unit |
Industrial Tool Grinder
Precision Knife Sharpener |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| 60 |
Sticker Machine
High-speed barcode, SKU & size sticker labeling units |
Industrial Label Dispenser
Size & Barcode Dispensers |
Finishing & Packaging | 5 Units |
| 61 |
GSM Weighting Machine
Precision fabric weight GSM balance with 100cm2 circular sample cutter |
Precision Digital Balance
Fabric Weight Balance + 100cm² Cutter |
Quality Inspection | 1 Units |
| 62 |
Small weighting Scale
Digital precision scale for trims, accessories & yarn package audit |
Digital Benchtop Scale
Electronic Precision Scale |
Quality Inspection | 1 Units |
| 63 |
Sucker Machine
Pneumatic thread trimming & waste suction unit |
Industrial Thread Sucker
Pneumatic Waste Suction Unit |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 64 |
Weighting Machine -Big
Industrial digital floor scale for carton weight & shipping roll verification |
Heavy-Duty Platform Scale
Industrial Floor Platform Scale (500kg) |
Finishing & Packaging | 1 Units |
| 65 |
PA Sound Box Machine
Central public address, emergency announcement & evacuation audio system |
Central Industrial PA System
Plant Evacuation & Sound System |
Utility & Power | 1 Units |
| Total Verified Factory Machinery Inventory: | 453 Units | |||
Zero Defect Culture
Our Quality Assurance Department reports directly to executive management — completely independent of floor production targets — guaranteeing strict AQL 1.5 / 2.5 compliance.
4-point fabric inspection before cutting is authorized.
Roaming inspectors audit garments at active sewing stations.
Every garment is measured against the approved tech pack.
AQL 1.5/2.5 carton sampling and 100% metal detection before dispatch.
Ethical Manufacturing
We believe ethical working conditions yield superior garments. Our facilities adhere to strict international social compliance, zero child labor, clean filtered drinking water, and on-site medical care.
Full-time on-site medical doctor, nursing dispensary, ergonomic seating, personal protective equipment (PPE), and clean dining facilities.
Independent fire hydrants, automated smoke detection, wide unlocked emergency stairwells, and monthly fire evacuation drills for all shifts.
Strict adherence to national labor laws: 8-hour workday, fair living wages, paid overtime, maternity leave, and zero tolerance for child or forced labor.
International Audit Recognition
Integrated Campus Network
Sewing, circular knitting, and screen printing operate across three dedicated facilities in Gazipur — working in tight synchronization under unified executive management.
Role: Sewing, Precision Cutting, In-Line QA, Steam Finishing, Packaging & Dispatch.
Role: High-speed circular knitting, yarn blending, loopback fleece, single jersey & ribbed trims.
Role: Automated oval screen printing, discharge, 3D puff, high-density rubber, & specialty garment prints.
Our primary corporate center manages international buyer communications, merchandising, tech pack reviews, export documentation, sample follow-ups, and commercial banking.
We actively welcome international brand buyers, sourcing agents, and technical audit teams to inspect our Gazipur production lines first-hand. We arrange direct executive airport pickup from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) or your Dhaka hotel. Alternatively, schedule a live guided WhatsApp / Zoom video tour with our Managing Director and factory managers.
Managing Director:
Mohammad Amirul Islam
+880 1819 216921
Factory Director:
Shahidul Islam Raju
+880 1711 927987
Email:
info@sabahdesigners.com
