East West Manufacturing Blog

The cost of injection mold tooling varies significantly depending on where in the world they are made. From the shores of the United States to the manufacturing hubs of Asia, a range of factors contribute to these regional differences. Sure, you may already know that the closer to the US, the more expensive, but there are 5 other main factors that...

What are In-Mold Electronics?

In-mold electronics (IME) refers to a manufacturing process that integrates electronic circuitry into a molded plastic component. By combining traditional injection molding techniques with printed electronics, IME eliminates the need for separate circuit boards, connectors, and cables, resulting in sleek and seamless...

As wearable electronic devices become increasingly prevalent, manufacturers face the challenge of maintaining a competitive edge in the market. To succeed, it is crucial for companies to prioritize the effectiveness, cost-efficiency, and highest quality of each wearable device they produce. In this blog post, we will explore the key considerations...

Wearable electronics have been gaining traction in the medical device industry in recent years, and for good reason. They are perfect for a variety of applications, and benefits ranging from improving patient care and outcomes to streamlining manufacturing processes. Let’s look at how wearable electronics are revolutionizing healthcare and some of...

Membrane switches are a type of HMI (human machine interface) that can be used to control electrical devices. Without knowing it, you are likely encountering these multiple times a day. Ever use a microwave? Fill your car with gas? Have you found yourself in a hospital bed and needed to adjust its position? All of these scenarios utilize membrane...

One of the keys to a quality plastic injection molded part is an accurate mold – one that produces consistent pieces time and time again. So how is that accomplished? First, if you are not familiar with the components of an injection mold and how they work, take a look at this blog post: Components of An Injection Mold to brush up on the basics.. 

What is “New Product Introduction”?

By nature, engaging with a manufacturer is a long-term partnership and as with any relationship, it’s important to get off on the right foot. Often the difference between a good manufacturing partner and a bad one comes down to how successfully new products were launched into production. Was design and...

Inspired by nature, Sollum’s state-of-the-art LED fixture is an AI-powered computer providing exceptional spectral quality. In tandem with its smart LED fixture, the cloud-based SUN as a Service® platform uses smart algorithms to create an infinite number of light recipes that can be adapted to any type of crop, as well as mixed production...

Manufacturing nearshore doesn't have to mean you give up sourcing components in Asia. On the contrary, you may be able to save a great deal of money by utilizing both Asian suppliers and nearshore factories. 

You are seeing it everywhere. Electric cars are popping up in your neighborhood more and more, the U.S. government is incentivizing homeowners to make high-efficiency upgrades including air conditioners and even light bulbs. The race to normalize energy-efficient practices is on. Electric motor-driven systems (EMDS) are the largest single source...