The past decade has seen an unprecedented number of disruptions in global manufacturing. From unexpected events like the 2020 pandemic shutting down the industry all over the world to the recent changes in tariffs from the current U.S. government, global supply chains have seen several major–and–costly disruptions. These recent years have shown just how fragile global supply chains are, and the discussion of domestic vs. offshore manufacturing is more important than ever, especially in plastic manufacturing.

Here are just a few advantages that come from sourcing plastic molding components from U.S. manufacturers over offshore ones.

Stable Sources for Plastic Molding Components

Global supply chains are notoriously fragile. Any unexpected weather condition, geopolitical event, or material shortage can cause the entire thing to grind to a halt, lengthening lead times, delaying you getting your products to the market, and increasing your costs. These risks are far less with a domestic plastic manufacturer. Shorter delivery distances mean far less risk of delays during shipping, and less problems with disruptions common in global supply chains. Things like

Better Quality Plastic Products

There are several reasons as to why quality tends to be higher from a U.S. plastic parts manufacturer. The U.S. is notorious for having much stricter standards for quality, performance, and safety when it comes to manufacturing, including plastic component manufacturing, so you can be sure you’ll be getting high quality plastic molding components. Shorter shipping distances also means far less risk of product damage during transportation, and much more potential for oversight of your partner’s facility. You’ll have more opportunities to tour and visit their facility and view their quality processes in action, which is often a major advantage for both quality and long-term partnerships.

Environmental and Economic Benefits

There are several environmental and economic benefits to partnering with a domestic manufacturer for plastic components. Many customers in the U.S. prefer products that are made in America, and products that have a lower overall carbon footprint. Shorter transportation distances means less emissions and less waste, and presents a more attractive opportunity for your clients and their customers as well.

Looking for an American plastic injection molding company?

Triangle Rubber & Plastics has been an expert in plastic and rubber molding since 1950, offering plastic molding components and rubber parts from right here in the U.S. Get in touch with us today to learn more about what we have to offer in plastic and rubber manufacturing!