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SMV / SAM

Standard minutes per garment operation from observed time × rating × allowance.

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SMV / SAM

Standard allowed minutes for one operation from observed time, operator rating and allowance.

100 = normal pace.

Typical range 10–20% for sewing.

Formula: SMV = observed time × (rating ÷ 100) × (1 + allowance ÷ 100).

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