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ASSEMBLY DEPARTMENT
The place where a Sioux shoe comes together
The assembly department is the key component of shoemaking, as it is here that the shaft (shoe upper) and the sole are assembled into the finished product.
First of all, the shaft is pulled over the last in order to give the shoe its later shape. The last is modelled on the human foot and shapes the subsequent look of the shoe. The shape of the shaft is created using heat and intensive manual processing. Every Sioux shoe features an articulated support made from steel to cushion the impact as best as possible when walking. The shaft is then attached to the shoe sole.
The appearance of the join depends on the style. In our assembly departments, we master 8 different types of production, believe it or not.
Once all these steps have been completed and the sole has been mounted, the last is removed from the finished shoe. It is then checked for errors and possible damage and sent to the finishing department.
Developing models
Even before the material or the colour of a shoe is chosen, the initial concepts for the design and the lasts must be developed. The model development department is responsible for all of these steps.
Stamping department
The stamping department cuts or stamps the leather to create individual components needed for the shoe upper (shaft). These parts are either cut out by hand or using a laser cutter (this usually takes place during the preparatory stages and prototype manufacture) or are stamped using a punching knife (in batch production).
Finish
As the name implies, the finishing department is the final stage of the entire footwear manufacturing process. It is the final stage before creating the end product – it all comes down to the finishing. This is the stage where the final look of the shoe is created, and where it gets its final touches. The high-quality fats and creams are applied here, giving the leather depth, protection and radiance.
The sewing department
The sewing department receives the (cut-out) individual components of the the upper shoe from the stamping department. This is done manually using a sewing machine.
Shoemaking
There are lots of steps involved in making a shoe. From developing the model in the first instance, to the stamping, sewing and putting the finishing touches to the shoe at the very end.
