A Legacy of Innovation in Mirror Manufacturing
Until 1985, CIPA USA was a subsidiary of CIPA-France, an innovative leader in mirror manufacturing for more than 65 years — bringing decades of European automotive expertise to the U.S. market.
1926
CIPA-France Founded
1985
CIPA USA Incorporated
$11M+
Annual Sales by 2012
ISO 9001
Certified Manufacturer
European Roots
CIPA-France played a major role in the evolution of rear-view mirror design. CIPA USA's experience in mirror development originated from the European automotive industry, serving manufacturers including BMW, Mercedes, Renault, Volvo and Volkswagen.
In the United States market, CIPA mirrors are used on vehicles produced by Chrysler, Ford, Honda and Toyota, as well as motorcycles, boats, personal watercraft, ATV/UTV vehicles and snowmobiles manufactured worldwide.
Since 1985, CIPA USA has operated as a privately held corporation based in Port Huron, Michigan, growing steadily from $500,000 in annual sales at acquisition to more than $11 million by 2012.
Global Growth
Today, CIPA manufactures products across the United States, Mexico and Asia, enabling efficient global production while maintaining strict quality standards throughout its supply chain.
In 1987, CIPA entered the boating industry as a manufacturer of rear-view mirrors for ski boat manufacturers, and today leads the market in ski boat mirror products supplied globally.
Committed to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement, CIPA completed ISO 9001 Certification and continues to innovate across automotive, powersports, towing and recreational vehicles.
CIPA Company Timeline
Nearly a century of innovation in mirror manufacturing, from a French original to a global network.
CIPA France Established
CIPA USA Incorporated
CIPA Enters the Marine Industry
Introduced First PWC Aftermarket Mirror
Decade of New Products Begins
CIPA Becomes ISO 9001 Certified
CIPA Molding Opens
CIPA India Automotive Established
Global Manufacturing & Supply Chain Network
Five connected manufacturing and sourcing nodes, engineered as one supply chain.
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Product Divisions & Internal Departments
Major Product Divisions
- Original Equipment
- Aftermarket & Replacement Equipment
- Lighting & Accessories
Internal Departments
- Research & Development
- Patents
- Design & Engineering
- Molding
- Assembly
- Customer Service
- Shipping & Fulfillment
- Supply Chain Management
- Maintenance
- Quality Assurance
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