There are many risks involved in selecting an OEM suppliers. Understanding them is essential to running a successful business. In our white paper “Hidden Risks in Your Offshore Supply Chain”, we’ll examine three strategic areas to include in your supplier selection process: Cost, Scheduling, and Compliance. Cost Cost is not just the final price you pay…
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A Brief History of the American Manufacturing Industry + Infographic
This article written by Adam Robinson originally appeared on the Cerasis blog on October 28, 2015 In today’s post, we feature a great infographic below from a joint report by Deloitte Manufacturing and the Manufacturing Institute. Before featuring this information so that manufacturers understand how the public views them, let’s first go through a brief history of the American Manufacturing Industry by highlighting…
Read MoreCase Study: Plastic Injection Molded Display Components
Point-of-purchase display components require rugged construction in combination with an attractive appearance. At The Rodon Group, we injection molded a range of products, including items such as pegboard hooks, shelf dividers, and product stops for one of the leading companies in the point-of-purchase display industry. This project highlights our ability to provide value-added services in…
Read MoreThe Importance of Quality Certifications in Manufacturing
In the past, many businesses operated on the assumption that their vendors were in compliance with the latest rules and regulations regarding their industry. Technology and materials were limited, so buyers worked with manufacturers who could produce the best product often without clearly defined quality guidelines or parameters.
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5 Manufacturing Leaders Who Contributed to Today’s Advancements
Dr. Martin Luther King’s contributions to the advancement of civil rights in this country defines the word “leadership”. He was a visionary leader who was deeply committed to achieving social justice through nonviolent means. In celebration of Dr.King’s birthday this past Monday, we thought we’d highlight past leaders in the manufacturing world who made very different but equally important…
Read MoreManufacturing Methods of Plastic Molding
In today’s manufacturing environment, plastics are being used to make a wide variety of items, and each application requires a special manufacturing process that can mold the part based on its specifications. If you’re looking to manufacture a plastic part, one of the first things you’ll need to determine is the type of molding that…
Read MoreMade in the USA: Is It Cheaper Than Previously Thought?
For years, products made in the United States have been considered to be more expensive than products made overseas. Manufacturing was cheaper outside of the US, and it was easier to find the low-paid labor needed to keep factories running. In 2004, each manufacturing dollar in the United States cost only 86.5 cents to produce…
Read MorePlastic Injection Molding 101 – Costs of Manufacturing a Mold
A common question for designers and engineers is “How much will a plastic injection mold cost?” It makes sense. Injection molds represent the greatest expense in upfront production costs. And, there are many factors that go into determining the cost. With any custom injection molding project, your injection molder will be able to give you…
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