by Ehren Dimitry | Feb 10, 2026 | 3D Manufacturing, Manufacturability, Manufacturing, Plastic Materials
For many customers of custom seals and related small parts, the biggest hurdle is establishing quick, reliable product delivery. It’s often such seemingly simple production challenges which require some of the most innovative solutions from your supplier. The... 
by Ehren Dimitry | Jan 6, 2026 | Manufacturability, Manufacturing, Rubber
In rubber molding, early design decisions can have the most significant impact on your end product quality, cost, and overall manufacturability. Whether you’re developing a custom seal, grommet, or complex vibration isolator, optimizing your designs for the... 
by Ehren Dimitry | Oct 8, 2025 | Manufacturability, Manufacturing
Many engineers are well-versed in design for manufacturability (DFM) when it comes to injection molded plastics – a process that demands uniquely optimized designs, even for basic products. But DFM is obviously not limited to only plastic materials. Whether you’re... 
by Ehren Dimitry | Oct 10, 2019 | Manufacturability, Manufacturing, Panova, Rubber, Uncategorized
As the world of manufacturing grows more complex, andlogistics become more challenging than ever, many organizations are exploringthe advantages of partnering with a contract manufacturer; of which there aremany! Contract manufacturing, also known as outsourcing,... 
by Ehren Dimitry | Dec 6, 2018 | Manufacturability, Manufacturing, Panova
Designing for Manufacturability – Part 5: Manufacturing Location Fifteen or twenty years ago, things were a lot different. The world was a lot smaller. Manufacturing offshore was a very foreign thing (no pun intended). The USA was the leader in manufacturing. However,... by Ehren Dimitry | Nov 28, 2018 | Manufacturability, Manufacturing, Panova
Designing for Manufacturability – Part 4: The Process Here we are. We have discussed, in the previous weeks, practical considerations; design needs; and materials to consider when designing for manufacturability. In Part 4 of this series, we will be addressing the...