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What COVID-19 Has Taught Manufacturers About Supply Chain Management
In the last few months, the manufacturing industry has been shaken by the COVID-19 pandemic. From distribution disruptions to dwindling supplies and fluctuating demand, COVID-19 has revealed some of the biggest weaknesses in global supply chains. In response, [...]
Will We See a Surge in Reshoring Post COVID-19?
COVID-19 has changed so much about everything, from our ability to run errands to managing global supply chains. As networks of trade shift and companies work to adapt to the changes brought on by COVID-19, there is a [...]
A Look at the Manufacturing Industry’s Response to COVID-19
Countries around the world have been dealing with the spread of COVID-19 and its effects on society and the economy. This disease has affected virtually every industry and business owners are still looking for ways to adapt [...]
The Importance of Mentorship in the Manufacturing Industry
Lots of business owners and prospective entrepreneurs rely on guidance from mentors to help them reach their goals and achieve success, but a lot of professionals in the manufacturing industry underestimate the importance of mentorship programs. If you [...]
Where Does 3D Printing Stand in 2020? Here’s What’s Changed Since We First Wrote About it in 2012
In 2012, we wrote about the future of 3D printing and the exciting new 3D printing methods and technologies that were hitting the market at the time. Eight years later, we have more insight into the many ways [...]
An Update on Reshoring: Dissatisfaction Continues to Grow with Offshore Manufacturing
For decades, companies have turned to offshore manufacturing to meet shifting demands and cut production costs. Unfortunately, many companies are left feeling unhappy with their offshore manufacturing due to the often unpredictable and inconsistent quality of the items [...]
Outlook for the Medical Plastics Market in 2020
While it’s impossible to predict every fluctuation in commercial and industrial markets, there are plenty of predictions for where the plastic medical market is heading in 2020. With shifts in global manufacturing and a spike in the demand [...]
Switching Your Injection Molder? Consider These First.
Thinking about switching injection molders? We know it’s not a decision to take lightly. Fortunately, most businesses find themselves in this position only rarely. Unfortunately, it’s often due to a deterioration of the OEM and contract manufacturer’s working [...]
Getting Started with Soft Touch Overmolding
Most of us will encounter soft touch overmolding at some point in our lives, often without even recognizing it. Though hard plastics are useful for their strength and durability, products sometimes need a little bit softer touch to [...]
What is Moldability, and Why Does it Matter?
As you’re preparing your product designs for injection molding, you may hear your manufacturing team talking about the moldability of the design. But what is moldability? And why is it so important? Merriam-Webster has a simple answer. Moldability, [...]