Boosting productivity and precision at Chicago Protective Apparel

Founded in 1913, Chicago Protective Apparel (CPA) is a leader in manufacturing protective garments for high-risk industries. With thousands of product families and over 230 fabric types, CPA needed a way to modernize production, shorten lead times, and scale across two major facilities.

To achieve this, CPA turned to Lectra’s Vector Fashion iX6 automated cutting solution and Valia Fashion, our powerful cloud-based solution that delivers full visibility across operations.

We’re thinking really positively. In the next five years, we believe we’ll grow our business fourfold — and Lectra will help us get there.”

Ernesto Alacio, Director of Operations, CPA
 

• Real-time data visibility across U.S. and Mexico facilities
• Seamless remote production coordination via Valia Fashion
• Improved precision and reduced manual rework in sewing

CPA’s challenge was managing complex product data and material logistics while maintaining high standards of safety and performance. Lectra’s Vector Fashion brought precision to every cut, while Valia Fashion enabled real-time monitoring of open orders, production status, and quality metrics.

More than just technology, CPA found a committed partner in Lectra.

What I really liked about the Lectra side is that there was a team of people that worked with us to make sure the implementation would go smoothly.”

Keith Christiansen, President & GM

With Lectra’s help, CPA is driving toward a future of scalable growth and enhanced product innovation.