Press Release Body: "I came to the show to find alternative contract manufacturers for some of our products that will be built in the future. I found a good mix of contract manufacturing services-metal, sheet metal, finishing everything you really need for manufacturing a product.," according to Eric Smitt, Sr. Electrical Engineer, Lockheed Martin Space Systems. Similarly, Randy Hernandez, a mechanical engineer with Semiconductor Diagnostics, Inc. praised the regional AmCon show, noting, "We had good results. We found some new vendors and also learned about some new technology that will help us out. It's a relaxed environment, very courteous and very professional."
According to Kati Olson, who owns and organizes AmCon Expos for Contract Manufacturers, "Some attendees have found that it is best to have local supply chain contacts and suppliers because the price advantage of outsourcing is becoming less advantageous." Bob Shultz, Director of Operations for Seal Dynamics/Heico concurred and said, "I met several top quality suppliers here. I contract work out all over the country and this is the one place I can make a lot of contacts in a short period of time. The show was excellent. I made several contacts for new projects I have coming up that I'm ready to issue some RFQs for. I would recommend it highly."
The benefits for contract manufacturers attending a regional AmCon show are significant. Engineers and buyers attending an AmCon Contract Manufacturing Expo can find one or multiple sources to take a project from concept or prototype to finished product quickly and at competitive prices. OEMs can find sources for engineering, design, prototypes, forming, fabricating, machining, finishing, assembly and electronic manufacturing services all under one roof. Whether looking for one part or production runs, attendees find multiple sources from which to choose. AmCon offers attendees a unique opportunity to investigate a variety of manufacturing options, both new and traditional, and find the best processes and materials for specific applications. Attendees view actual samples of products that have been produced for other OEMs in their industry and can get quotes on current projects and compare quality, pricing, and lead times from multiple vendors all in a few hours. Only AmCon shows provide a "hands on" one-on-one education. Since the exhibits are staffed with top management and technical personnel, attendees have an in-depth discussion regarding project design, materials and production issues. AmCon shows are free, including seminars on a variety of manufacturing processes and quality issues. Fall 2008 AmCon shows include Grand Rapids, MI - Sept. 17-18; Fort Lauderdale, FL - Sept. 23-24; Minneapolis, MN - Oct. 7-8; Phoenix, AZ - Oct. 14-15; Houston, TX - Oct. 29-30; Greensboro, NC - Nov. 18-19. To register for these shows go to www.AmConshows.com.
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