Contract Manufacturing

Turnkey manufacturing happens when one company facilitates the manufacturing process from start to finish to deliver a completed product to their customer. Every aspect of the process, including design, tooling, manufacturing and inspection, are done by a single company and delivered to the customer. There are several benefits of turnkey manufacturing that are important to keep in mind if you’re considering a turnkey solution. Simple billing: When you’re working with various

When you’re designing and developing a product, your manufacturing strategy is essential to the overall success of your production. In recent years, an increasing number of OEM manufacturers have begun establishing partnerships with contract manufacturers to improve the quality of their products and streamline product development. There are several reasons why these OEM manufacturers are turning to contract manufacturing, including: Better product quality: Contract manufactur

No matter what kind of part or product you’re developing, you need to have a manufacturer you can trust to provide the expertise you need to get your product from concept to completion. Unfortunately, there are plenty of manufacturers out there that look great on paper, but simply can’t provide the level of service or quality that your product needs. If you’re not completely satisfied with your current manufacturer, but you aren’t sure whether it’s time to move on yet, consid

No matter how much research you do before hiring a manufacturer, the reality is your partnership may not work out the way you expect it to. If your manufacturer is unable, or unwilling, to provide you with the level of service that you need, you won’t be able to achieve your goals for your products. If that is the unfortunate case but you’re feeling hesitant to look for a new manufacturer because you’re concerned about switching costs, it’s worth it to also consider the long-

A contract manufacturer can help bring your product vision to life, but not all contract manufacturers will be able to provide the same level of service and expertise. Finding the right contract manufacturer is essential if you want your product to reach its full potential. Below are four of the most common mistakes we see businesses make when they decide to work with a contract manufacturer, and a few suggestions on how to avoid these pitfalls when it comes time to choose yo

No matter how amazing your product concept is, you won’t be able to achieve your vision unless you partner with a manufacturer who can deliver the results you need. But finding a good manufacturer is sometimes easier said than done. As a result, it’s not unusual for a product developer to find themself unhappy with the manufacturing experience. Thankfully, you can avoid the headache of working with an unqualified manufacturer by following a few simple steps. Step 1: Start by

As you start working with a contract manufacturer, you may also have some reservations about the process. While contract manufacturers offer an essential service, not every relationship between a manufacturer and their customer is positive. To really get the most out of working with a contract manufacturer, you will need to make an investment in the relationship itself. When you do, you’ll see a big difference in the final outcome of your project. TIPS FOR WORKING WITH A CONT

Ultrasonic welding is a manufacturing process that joins two different materials (often metal and plastic) - through the application of high-frequency vibrations. This process is widely regarded for its efficiency, consistency and cost-effectiveness, but like many manufacturing processes, issues can arise. Understanding these potential problems before you get started--and knowing how to resolve them--can help you effectively utilize the process for the best outcome possible.

Market trends are an important indication of the future of a given industry, and medical manufacturing has displayed strong growth in recent years. Many economic analysts predict this industry-wide uptick to carry through the year and beyond. We know that medical manufacturing plays a crucial role in delivering essential supplies and tools to hospitals, clinics and health professionals, but what’s the cause for this most recent period of growth? There are several factors at p

Plastic components are frequently integrated into other manufactured products as a way to reduce cost and create lighterweight goods. It’s an excellent choice for creating strong, flexible parts. In order to maintain the integrity of these plastic parts, metal components may be inserted into the plastic housings, primarily using ultrasonic welding or heat staking for thermal insertion. How Insertion Works Regardless of which specific insertion method you are using, the basic

We know break-ups are painful. But much like that year in high school when you were dating Connie but actually interested in her friend Jessica, there are times when it’s just the right thing to do. THE PAINFUL TRUTH Often companies feel locked in once they’ve selected an injection molder, but the simple fact is your products--and your needs when it comes to your manufacturer--can change over time. And sometimes your injection molder can’t keep up. Don’t get caught singing th

THE FREQUENT SCENARIO A few years back you worked your butt off to find a manufacturer that could provide you with high quality products without sacrificing efficient production. You asked all the right questions to help you choose the right injection molder to partner with. Fast forward to today and your numbers still look good and your customers are happy when their delivered products arrive. Life is good, right? Well, maybe. Because even though you may have found an excell

We’re all familiar with the business drivers that lead companies to outsource some, if not all, of their manufacturing production (what often boils down, at its essence, to saving money, whether those savings come from cheaper labor or economies of scale for high volume manufacturing). But while outsourcing as a business strategy continues to grow, we aren’t seeing corresponding growth in offshoring. Why? And how does hyper-local manufacturing fit into this outsourcing model?

KASO Plastics understands how challenging it can be to find a quality injection molder. To make the decision-making process easier, we’ve provided a list of frequently asked questions we get here at KASO. You can use these questions to evaluate our team or other manufacturers to find the manufacturing partner that's right for you. DOES KASO HAVE AN IN-HOUSE INJECTION MOLD MANAGEMENT PROGRAM? Your injection mold is your most valuable investment. Here at KASO, we ensure that in

ONSHORING THE BETTER CHOICE FOR BUSINESS Reshoring manufacturing processing and production is continuing to trend upward in the United States. This trend has been on the upswing for the third straight year and reflects a growing desire for companies and executives to push harder at bringing business and manufacturing back to local shores. What are the factors making onshoring a reality for local business? The rising cost of foreign labor is creating more economic equality for

MAKING THE RIGHT INVESTMENT FOR YOUR COMPANY KASO invites you to take our challenge and find out for yourself the benefits you'll receive from working with us. Offshoring is no longer the best answer to save money, and having a local manufacturer keeps you in control of your projects. Competitive costs, faster turn-around, and greater involvement makes choosing a local injection molder the right choice for your business and your value driven goals. THE CHALLENGES OF OFFSHORIN

Back in March of 2013 KASO Plastics added a new line of window and door accessories including handles, rollers, weephole covers, and latches. During the process of transitioning this new product line to our injection molding manufacturing and assembly facility in Vancouver, Washington, we conducted a thorough product review to see where we could gain efficiencies. The video below gives a short overview of how we were able to automate the assembly of our brass wheel roller li

In a recent editorial (“Blue Skies or Clouds Ahead for Medtech Industry? Experts Make Their 2012 Predictions”), Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry web editor Heather Thompson surveyed several leading experts in the Medical Device industry to get their opinion on the future of the medical device industry in 2012. Among the predictions? Greater opportunities to get involved in regulatory requirements and an increasing push towards a global perspective during the entire deve