Automated Pattern Grading with True-to-Size Digital Control
MRP-driven, CAD-based grading integrated with Illustrator design workflows — delivering true-to-size mockups and digitally locked size charts for consistent fit at scale.
Grading Is a System — Not a Standalone Task
At GenXport, automated grading does not exist in isolation.
It operates inside a connected digital system that links:
- Design intent (Illustrator)
- Pattern engineering (CAD)
- Size logic (automated grading)
- Production control (MRP)
This ensures that what is designed, graded, approved, and produced remains aligned — permanently.
Illustrator → CAD → Automated Grading → Production
Illustrator-Based Design Intake
Designs originate or are refined in Adobe Illustrator, where:
- Artwork placement is defined relative to garment geometry
- Design scaling rules are established early
- Print, embroidery, or sublimation constraints are considered
This prevents visual distortion when sizes change.
CAD Pattern & Base Size Validation
Illustrator designs are mapped to CAD-engineered base patterns.
Before grading begins:
- Base size fit is validated
- Construction logic is confirmed
- Fabric behavior is locked
This ensures grading is built on a correct foundation, not assumptions.
Automated CAD-Based Grading
Using Gerber AccuMark, grading rules are applied digitally based on:
- Garment type
- Target market sizing standards
- Fabric stretch and recovery
- Intended fit profile
Each size is engineered to maintain balance, proportion, and construction integrity.
True-to-Size Mockups — Not Visual Approximations
We generate true-to-size digital mockups directly from graded CAD patterns.
These mockups:
- Reflect real garment dimensions
- Preserve artwork placement accuracy
- Match graded measurements, not scaled visuals
This allows brands to:
- Approve sizing and placement with confidence
- Reduce sampling cycles
- Catch size-related issues before production
True-to-size means what you see is what gets produced.
System-Generated Size Charts
Immutable size data directly from graded CAD patterns — no manual editing, no drift.
Digitally Locked Size Charts That Do Not Drift
Once grading is finalized, we generate digital size charts directly from the graded CAD data.
These size charts are:
- System-generated (not manually edited)
- Immutable once approved
- Linked to the exact graded pattern set
This eliminates:
- Conflicting size charts
- Manual spreadsheet errors
- Size drift across seasons
For international brands, this creates a single source of truth for sizing.
Grading Integrated with MRP for Production Accuracy
Our grading system is connected to MRP-based production planning, ensuring:
Correct size ratios are produced
Size breakdowns align with order data
Production, cutting, and inventory follow approved size logic
This closes the gap between design intent and factory execution.
Validated at Full Scale Before Production
Graded patterns are physically validated using our 72-inch wide-format plotter, allowing:
Full-size panel comparison
Compare sizes side-by-side at true scale
Cross-size verification
Ensure proportional accuracy across all sizes
Early detection of grading distortions
Catch issues before fabric is cut
This step ensures grading accuracy is not just digital — it is production-ready.
Why Automated, System-Driven Grading Reduces Risk
Brands using disconnected workflows face:
- Size inconsistencies across orders
- Artwork misalignment across sizes
- Repeated sampling cycles
- Costly production corrections
Our integrated grading system delivers:
- Predictable fit across all sizes
- Locked size standards across seasons
- Faster approvals and reorders
- Lower development and production risk
Designed for Brands That Care About Consistency
Best Fit For
- Scaling apparel brands
- Sportswear & performance labels
- White & private label programs
- Teams and uniforms with strict size requirements
Not Designed For
- Manual drafting workflows
- One-off custom garments
- Brands without repeat production plans
One Connected Digital Manufacturing System
Our automated grading connects with:
CAD pattern development
Illustrator-based design workflows
Marker making & fabric optimization
MRP-driven production planning
Quality control checkpoints
This creates a closed-loop, repeatable production system.
Need Size Accuracy You Can Rely On?
If you need consistent sizing, locked size charts, and grading that integrates with your production workflow, our MRP-driven automated grading system is built for you.