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The Top 3 Benefits of Using American Manufacturers
The Top 3 Benefits of Using American Manufacturers
The Top 3 Benefits of Using American Manufacturers
October 27, 2015
As many buyers have discovered, local purchasing is simpler and altogether more convenient than offshore sourcing. And with the steady resurgence of high-quality American manufacturing, there are fewer reasons to purchase specialized parts and components overseas. The benefits of local sourcing are especially evident when procuring non-standard parts and components for your assembly lines. Using American manufacturers streamlines the procurement process and is far more flexible than external sourcing of the same products. Here are three top benefits of local sourcing.
Choosing a Deep Drawn Supplier: More than Just Part Cost
Choosing a Deep Drawn Supplier: More than Just Part Cost
Choosing a Deep Drawn Supplier: More than Just Part Cost
October 20, 2015
When looking for a supplier or manufacturer, companies want value and usually that value is determined by cost. Honestly, getting a deep drawn supplier or manufacturer is more than just looking at the bottom line. It’s important to look at what makes up that bottom line, are you looking at all costs associated or just standard part cost don’t make a mistake and understate your bottom line by looking only by having tunnel vision. In terms of deep drawn parts, value is quality of material, workmanship and quality control.
How Inferior Material Destroys Deep Drawn Parts and Products
How Inferior Material Destroys Deep Drawn Parts and Products
How Inferior Material Destroys Deep Drawn Parts and Products
October 13, 2015
Deep drawing processes are used to manufacture high quality parts at a lower cost than comparative processes. Deep drawing requires careful engineering to ensure successful production, with many aspects to consider including advanced technical knowledge, the design and manufacture of tooling and a good understanding of materials’ properties.
How the Chinese Stock Market Affects Manufacturing Overseas
How the Chinese Stock Market Affects Manufacturing Overseas
How the Chinese Stock Market Affects Manufacturing Overseas
October 6, 2015
Just recently the Shanghai Index started crashing leaving everyone asking “why?” Did it have to do with the price of oil being so low, was it because the Federal Reserve thinking about raising its interest rates? Perhaps it was as simple as the Chinese stock market just needed a correction. There are many different theories on the horizon, but as the world’s second largest economy, those working in the manufacturing sector were a bit rattled to say the least. How does the Chinese stock market affect the manufacturing of goods overseas?
How Using Foreign Manufacturing Can Leave Your Company High and Dry
How Using Foreign Manufacturing Can Leave Your Company High and Dry
How Using Foreign Manufacturing Can Leave Your Company High and Dry
September 29, 2015
While foreign manufacturing offers the prospect of inexpensive parts and labor, the incidental costs that occur can make outsourcing to foreign manufacturers cost prohibitive over the life of the product run. In addition to having an adverse effect on costs, these same incidental circumstances can negatively impact consumer perception of your company at large. All of this is primarily due to the extended supply chain and potential disruptions that can occur with such a lengthy supply chain. No matter their size all businesses and companies, large or small, will eventually be affected by these situations.
Is American Manufacturing Worthless?
Is American Manufacturing Worthless?
Is American Manufacturing Worthless?
September 22, 2015
American manufacturing is slowly emerging from the industrial decline that occurred in the 1990s and the 2000s when there was a massive offshoring of manufacturing to China and other countries on the premise that lower wage costs would reduce manufacturing costs. What advocates of this trend did not fully appreciate were the significant disadvantages of having manufacturing performed in time zones that were out of kilter with American working hours. In addition, companies faced long shipping and manufacturing lead times that led to significantly higher inventory holding costs as well as untenable delays when changes or alterations to orders were required.
What Makes Up the Manufacturing Bottom Line?
What Makes Up the Manufacturing Bottom Line?
What Makes Up the Manufacturing Bottom Line?
September 16, 2015
Manufacturers continually face pressures to reduce costs to maintain profitability, and new suppliers entering the market increase competition and put pressure on selling prices. Another factor affecting the bottom line is the strong dollar that makes it easier for offshore companies to undercut domestic companies. Review these ways to protect your manufacturing bottom line by adopting lean manufacturing processes.
Cost of Poor Quality Products
Cost of Poor Quality Products
Cost of Poor Quality Products
September 15, 2015
Monetary consideration when it comes to manufacturing poor quality products, while challenging, is not the benchmark for negative results and costs associated with said, poor quality products. The loss of consumer perception and goodwill, has been the downfall of many companies who inadvertently were saddled with products of inferior quality than expected. Regardless of the reasons for such low quality, consumers, large or small, are quick to judge and slow to return, when there is a negative perception on the quality of a product.
Top 5 Must-Haves for a U.S. Supplier
Top 5 Must-Haves for a U.S. Supplier
Top 5 Must-Haves for a U.S. Supplier
September 8, 2015
Although the days when your buyers routinely looked offshore to purchase deep drawn components are fading, it’s essential that U.S. manufacturers keep on top of the game by providing their customers with the best possible combination of service, quality and price. Here are five must-haves for a U.S. supplier.
Consistent Supply
With today’s focus on lean manufacturing, it’s essential that deliveries are made on time: they should be neither early nor late. Suppliers should be able to demonstrate a consistent track record of on-time delivery. Additionally, components supplied should be exactly to the order specification and in the right quantity. Manufacturers should be able to offer reasonable lead times to their customers.
Quality
Suppliers should operate a recognized and audited quality management system that ensures full traceability of materials sourced and shows processes are correctly followed during manufacture of components. The supplier should be able to demonstrate an ability to achieve acceptable fall-off rates?. Additionally, customer reject rates should be low and predictable.
Technical Capability
Deep drawing of components is an industry that requires substantial technical competence, especially with regard to tooling and die manufacturing use . It’s also crucial the supplier has the technical capability to understand their processes and to be able to select and, if necessary, modify hydraulic presses and other equipment to have the capability to perform deep drawing. These are specialist skills that take years to develop.
Competitive Pricing
It has already been demonstrated that it’s a fallacy to assume that manufacture in low-cost countries results in competitive pricing of components once all associated costs are factored in. However, this is not an excuse for high prices from U.S. manufacturers and you should be looking for a supplier that is able to offer your organization highly competitive pricing.
Customer Service
Look for a supplier who understands the needs of the customer and is approachable. Your deep draw supplier should have an attitude that is positive, helpful and open minded and demonstrate a willingness to understand your point of view.
The manufacturing of deep drawn components is a specialist field that entails close liaison between supplier and customer. Dealing with a U.S. based manufacturer is simple and involves no language or communication issues. Because the manufacturer is readily accessible, it’s possible for you to resolve issues quickly without the need to resort to time-consuming overseas travel to resolve minor issues or to expedite delivery.
Hidden Costs of Using a Foreign Manufacturer
Hidden Costs of Using a Foreign Manufacturer
Hidden Costs of Using a Foreign Manufacturer
September 1, 2015
