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We are staying up to date with everything that is happening in the contract manufacturing space. On a regular basis, we follow the industry-leading developments and report it here for our customers and readers.
Manufacturing in Mexico [A COMPLETE OVERVIEW]
What is Mexico’s relationship to manufacturing? How affordable is manufacturing in Mexico? And what legal framework governs import/export manufacturing in this Latin American country bordering the world’s largest consumer market? This overview will answer these and other questions, showing how and why Mexico came to be a manufacturing powerhouse and outsource location of choice for many of the world’s most prestigious companies.
Becoming A Military Supplier [A Complete Guide]
Tapping into a multi-billion-dollar industry is not an easy thing to do, but becoming a military supplier is a very real possibility for many manufacturers. And while it does involve persistence and dedication, the payoff can include a secure stream of business in a secure and growing industry. There are numerous aspects to consider to […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Smart Outsource Manufacturing
Of the many choices companies face when producing products, outsourcing manufacturing ranks among the most difficult and confusing. There are numerous benefits from utilizing manufacturing outsourcing services in many cases, but there are also pros and cons to be considered. Furthermore, there are numerous ways to outsource, and not all of them make sense in […]
Metal Stamping Techniques to Maximize Cost Savings
The Process of Metal Stamping Metal stamping transforms metal sheets into various shapes and sizes using dies and presses. The most common presses used in metal stamping are mechanical, hydraulic and servo-mechanical. There are several tooling techniques that can be deployed depending on the application, volumes and part complexity. The advantages of utilizing the best […]
The 5 Steps Necessary for Successful Military Bidding
The process of successfully submitting military manufacturing bids can be long and daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. Ultimately, the entire procedure can be summarized in five simple steps that we will detail below. The Need for Military Manufacturing The United States defense industry relies heavily on US companies for military manufacturing. And this […]
Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Outlook Positive
Due to more certainty regarding the stock market and tax reform, the aerospace and defense manufacturing outlook appears quite positive for 2018. Last year was a record year with higher defense spending, increased commercial aircraft deliveries, and increasingly large industry transactions. Growth is expected to increase throughout 2018 and beyond. Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing On […]
Organizational Announcement – Damon Bugbee, General Manager, US Operations
We are growing! I am very pleased to announce that Damon Bugbee will be joining the Prince Manufacturing team in the General Manager – US Operations position on Monday, March 12th. In this position, Damon will be responsible for leading both the Asheville, NC and Indiana, IN facilities. Damon has a solid background in continuous improvement and […]
Organizational Announcement – Ruben Miranda
RUBEN MIRANDA BONILLA joined Prince Manufacturing in February 2018 as a Sales Representative based out of Monterrey Mexico. Ruben has a unique blend of experience in the manufacturing field. At Ingersoll Rand – Climate & Industrial products, he managed sheet metal fabrication, heavy gauge fabrication, stampings, hard tooling, progressive, wire forming products, metal forming products, vessels, […]
Organizational Announcement – Genoveva Sanchez Cruz, Regional Manager – Mexico Operations
On behalf of Prince Manufacturing, we are very pleased to announce that effective January 29th, 2018, Genoveva (Veva) Sanchez Cruz has joined the company as the Mexico Operations Regional General Manager. In this position, she will have overall responsibility for both the Juarez and Monterrey facilities reporting directly to Iram Chavez, President and CEO. Genoveva […]
Global Trends in Steel Prices
The global supply and demand for steel are in constant flux, and steel prices are a reflection of this complex balance. Industrial consumers of steel the world over must keep an eye on global markets and create strategic value-chain relationships to ensure competitive pricing for their raw materials and end products.
How Shelter Manufacturing in Mexico Benefits Companies
Most manufacturing executives will agree that outsourcing production to a foreign country is difficult. But shelter manufacturing simplifies the process for companies and benefits them in ways many executives are unaware of. Let’s explore some of the many benefits afforded to manufacturers who outsource to Mexico via a shelter company.
Organizational Announcement – Amanda Medlock, Corporate Engineering
I am delighted to announce that Amanda Medlock has accepted a Corporate Engineering position leading the engineering programs throughout the Prince Manufacturing global footprint. Amanda joined the Prince Manufacturing team February 2000 as the Engineering Manager. She was promoted to Asheville General Manager position April 2014. Before starting with Prince, Amanda held various engineering positions […]
Press Releases
On occasion, we release press announcements via various press release outlets. For the convenience of our contract manufacturing community, we also publish these press releases here on our website.
Prince Manufacturing, Inc. Job Fair in Mills River, NC. Hiring for All Shifts. Immediate Interviews
Full-Time, Direct-Hire Opportunities. All Shifts Available: 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekend Shift. MILLS RIVER, NC, January 08, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ — On Thursday, January 11, 2018, Prince Manufacturing and their Mills River, NC manufacturing factory are offering a unique job fair and the opportunity for the local North Carolina job seekers. Prince Manufacturing is […]
Prince Manufacturing Introduces Innovative Water Reclamation Technology
“We took a long, hard look at the environmental impact,” according to Steven Pittman, Prince Manufacturing Midwest Region General Manager. That “long, hard look” led to an innovative new process that evaporates water, releasing it harmlessly and cleanly into the atmosphere, rather than releasing chemicals and waste into the water and sewage system.
