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The Dangers of Using an Offshore Mold Maker

A container ship transporting cargo meant to signify offshore mold makers.

Cost vs. benefit is the crux of every business decision, and determining where to purchase an injection mold is no exception. The allure of cheap labor can be a strong selling point for offshoring mold production. However, the risks of offshoring can often far outweigh the benefits of an inexpensive mold, which can end up costing you more in the long haul. Let’s review the dangers of using an offshore mold maker and why it’s more lucrative to manufacture locally.

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Ever Given Underlines Fragility of Logistics in Plastic Injection Molding

A side shot of the Ever Given with "Evergreen" printed on the side floating in a canal, used to represent the fragility of logistics underlined by the Ever Given.

Everyone witnessed the Ever Given causing a six-day traffic jam in the Suez Canal this March. Even with the cargo ship dislodged, it’s creating a nightmare of logistical issues for manufacturers. While the holdup didn’t affect Midstate Mold, it has further revealed how delicate supply chains are that utilize international transport, such as resin shipments or tool relocation. Given the fragility of logistics underlined by the Ever Given, let’s look at how to shorten supply lines in plastic injection molding to avoid undue production and distribution delays.

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