Contract manufacturing spans many industries with each needing something a bit different from their manufacturer. These industries include.
Electronics: It’s no surprise that many of the tech hardware giants leverage a contract manufacturer for their components and products (smartphones, laptops, smart appliances). By working with a contract manufacturer, they can focus on their product development and software innovation.
Plastics: Companies that either sell or use plastics often use outsourced manufacturers who are experts in different plastic processing methods such as thermoforming, injection molding, and many other methods.
Automotive and Aerospace: Like the other industries, automotive companies use contract manufacturers for most of the components in the vehicle (and even sometimes for vehicle assembly). This is very similar to the process for aerospace companies as well. Contract manufacturers handle and create parts for helicopters, airplanes, and any other aircraft.
Medical: In the medical industry, contract manufacturers are often specialized. They must adhere to standards of high quality and must meet the regulatory requirements to be used in health and medicine.
Food and Beverage: Companies in the food and beverage industry rely on contract manufacturers for most of the ingredients that enable them to meet demand. Ingredients, packaging materials, and containers are just some of the things these manufacturers help with. In addition to these services, many companies also use contract packaging and repackaging services for many of their products.
