Make It Out of Wire Case Study
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Our Client
A leading equipment manufacturer specializing in sterilization cabinets approached Archer Wire with a challenge: they wanted to convert their cabinet holding tray from sheet metal to wire. Their goal was to optimize their manufacturing process, reduce costs, and free up production capacity for other projects.
The Opportunity
Using sheet metal for cabinet holding trays was proving inefficient and costly. The process required multiple manufacturing steps, leading to significant production time constraints. Additionally, a considerable amount of scrap metal was being generated, which added to their waste and material expenses. To make matters worse, the company’s engineering team was already overextended and didn’t have the bandwidth to explore alternative solutions.
The Solution
Archer Wire offered a bold, risk-free solution by designing and developing a wire model for the holding trays at no cost to the client. Beyond creating the prototype, we provided end-to-end support throughout the transition, ensuring a seamless shift from sheet metal to wire trays. Our involvement included every stage of the process—conception, design, sampling, packaging, and shipping—while working closely with the client’s engineering team to guarantee success every step of the way.
The Results
By switching from sheet metal to wire, we helped the client reduce scrap metal waste by 30%. This streamlined production process not only reduced material waste but also saved significant time and costs. As a result, the manufacturer was able to reallocate valuable resources to other high-priority projects, boosting overall operational efficiency and reducing expenses across the board. The switch to wire proved to be a smart, cost-effective solution that optimized both production and profitability.
