More than 200 billion fasteners are used in the U.S. each year; from technological to construction-based industries, that’s a lot of demand. If you rely on custom fasteners (whether they be custom micro screws, custom shoulder bolts, or custom wood screws), you’ve got a lot of options in terms of handpicking your own manufacturer. Selecting the right one can mean the difference between a product that withstands the test of time, or one that crumples at the first sign of stress; here are the three most important characteristics you should look for in a custom screw manufacturer.
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- Quality: Screws are responsible (quite literally) for holding your product or project together. They need to last; if you hitch your entire business to a faulty, low quality post, both you and your customers are going to see the difference. Finding a screw manufacturer that can produce high quality items is absolutely key — don’t take a risk on a cheap price and a cheap product.
- Consistency: Did you know that it wasn’t until 1928 that the National Screw Thread Commission established a standard for screw threads? Before that, all screws needed to be handmade, so no two were ever alike. While those methods are obviously long gone, sometimes — especially in the case of extremely low-cost fasteners — inconsistencies exist. As a business owner, you can’t afford to have some products that stay together and some that fall apart. Look into your screw manufacturer’s previous clients’ experiences to see if they’ve had any similar issues.
- Great customer service: No company can get anywhere without a solid customer service base. Accidents happen, people may receive shipments or deliveries late, and sometimes they’ll need support; make sure your manufacturer is capable of meeting your needs in these situations.
Finding the right screw manufacturer for your needs isn’t impossible, but it may take some digging. Don’t rush the process; take your time, make sure you’ve found a good fit, and then see where the partnership will take you! A good match can make your life — and your business — run a whole lot smoother.
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