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Raffaele Caruso S.P.A. boosts production efficiency and sustainability with Vector Fashion iX2

Raffaele Caruso is a benchmark in luxury menswear, known for fully canvassed, tailor-made garments. To meet growing customer demand of more frequent collections and smaller production runs, Caruso sought a solution to enhance efficiency while maintaining its renowned quality standards. 

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Caruso鈥檚 challenge of small batch production and sustainability

With evolving fashion trends, Raffaele Caruso faced the challenge of flexibly producing smaller, more frequent collections without compromising quality

They needed to streamline their production processes to quickly meet the growing order demands while controlling costs. 

Additionally, sustainability was a priority, with Caruso looking to reduce its environmental impact through eco-friendly production methods. 

To achieve these goals, Caruso needed a solution that could handle complex garment designs, increase production flexibility, and reduce energy consumption, all while maintaining its reputation for producing premium-quality menswear.

Achieving eco-friendly efficiency with flexibility

To tackle these challenges, Caruso implemented Vector Fashion iX2, an advanced fabric cutting solution designed to meet the demands of modern fashion manufacturing

The Vector Fashion iX2 aligned with Caruso鈥檚 need to produce smaller batches of garments with unparalleled precision, seamlessly transitioning between different fabric types and designs. This flexibility allowed the company to respond to the demand for varied, frequent collections while maintaining impeccable cut quality

Vector Fashion iX2 also automated their key production processes, using real-time data and continuous cutting to boost production speed and operational efficiency without compromising on quality. 

Its new technology also cut Caruso鈥檚 energy consumption by 40%, helping them achieve sustainability goals and lower their environmental footprint.

鈥淭he Vector Fashion iX2 solution is the perfect response to our principal needs. Our garments have many notches of different lengths and shapes, and this is where the new iX2 solution comes into its own: the more notches there are, the more the machine stands out in terms of speed.鈥 
Giuseppe Cavalli Cutting Room Manager, Raffaele Caruso S.p.A.

Transforming the cutting room with innovative technology

The integration of Vector Fashion iX2 brought immediate improvements to Raffaele Caruso鈥檚 cutting room operations

They benefitted from the solution鈥檚 ability to cut multiple fabric thicknesses with zero gap between pieces, ensuring a high level of precision, even for complex garment designs. This precision, combined with the ability to quickly switch between production volumes, has allowed Caruso to meet customer demand with increased flexibility and efficiency.

Caruso also leveraged the solution鈥檚 new innovative features like the new radar and visual offloading technology, which enhances both safety and productivity. 

The radar system automatically slows the machine when an operator approaches, improving safety without causing interruptions. 

This combination of speed, precision, and safety has revolutionized Caruso鈥檚 cutting room, delivering greater output with fewer errors and less downtime.

Sustainability and cost efficiency

Raffaele Caruso S.p.A. has always placed great importance on sustainability, and Vector Fashion iX2 supports this commitment by significantly reducing energy consumption

The solution鈥檚 new system has led to a 40% reduction in energy use, contributing to Caruso鈥檚 goal of minimizing its environmental impact. 

This energy efficiency not only aligns with eco-design principles but also reduces operating costs, making the production process more sustainable and cost-effective.

In addition to its environmental benefits, Vector Fashion iX2 offers a greater return on investment through enhanced productivity and reduced waste. 

The solution鈥檚 ability to cut fabric with precision and handle varying production needs has improved the overall efficiency of Caruso鈥檚 manufacturing process, allowing the company to remain competitive in the high-end menswear market.

Achieving higher productivity and quality standards

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Increase in production and a reduction of arond 40% in energy consumption

Vector Fashion iX2 has had a transformative impact on Caruso鈥檚 production capabilities, especially in improving its production speed while maintaining the high quality standards. 

With faster production cycles, Caruso is now able to deliver more collections in response to market demand, while still ensuring that every garment meets the brand鈥檚 exacting standards, making them a leader in the luxury menswear industry. 

Furthermore, the precision and flexibility offered by the Vector Fashion iX2 have enhanced garment quality, allowing Caruso to tackle complex designs with ease. 

The result? A seamless production process that upholds Caruso鈥檚 reputation for excellence, while also positioning it as a forward-thinking brand that embraces innovation!

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