______________________________________________________________________________ MultiSource Manufacturing
and delivers results through a manufacturing strategy where each of its facilities has precision milling and turning capabilities , and each site specializes in a specific , adjacent technology . One site boasts Swiss machining capabilities , for instance , while another is focused on five-axis milling or electromechanical assembly . All the sites have key certifications such as ISO-9001 , AS9100 , ISO-13485 , and more . This means that the company has the certs , sufficient equipment , and expertise across its network of facilities to drive value for customers whatever their requirements . A customer might have 30 components , with ten different geometries and technologies , but MultiSource can use certified sister companies or facilities within its inner company network to achieve the ultimate outcome for the customer .
Tony is quick to highlight that MultiSource ’ s growth has established the company as a significant player across its target industries with the capability to ramp-up production when required . “ With hundreds of CNC machines and a variety of other equipment , we ’ re able to leverage our facilities and shift labor or use multiple pieces of equipment to produce parts rapidly ,” he explains . “ As a scaled and fully certified manufacturer , we maintain a large , robust network of vendors from raw material suppliers to those with specialized capabilities . As opposed to smaller companies , we can be selective in the suppliers we choose , creating what we call a ‘ best of breed ’ system .”
Part of MultiSource ’ s customer relationships and collaboration stems from the company ’ s extensive experience , with many employees having worked at MultiSource since inception . “ It ’ s one thing to have multiple capabilities , but it ’ s another thing to have the expertise and understanding of how to apply and use these technologies ,” Tony states . “ Across the team , we have a lot of tenure and therefore a lot of experience to leverage when it comes to customer collaboration and new product development .
“ This not only allows us to accelerate the development process , but also means that we can use previous experiences to shape recommendations for our customers . Solving customers ’ problems is where we excel , and
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