Where offshore manufacturing once promised cost-efficiency, it now brings volatility, ranging from raw material delays and escalating tariffs to unpredictable shipping windows and strained communication.

For companies that rely on consistent, high-quality industrial components and packaging, the smartest path forward is often a shorter one: domestic manufacturing.
Janco Inc. has been proudly manufacturing in the U.S. since 1964. With over 60 years of experience and a commitment to innovation, we help clients across a wide range of industries maintain reliable, scalable, and cost-effective supply chains.

The Risks of Offshore Production in 2025

Businesses that depend on overseas suppliers are feeling the crunch. Tariffs can spike without warning, and shipping containers can sit for weeks at congested ports, leading entire production schedules to unravel.

What used to be a calculated risk is now a costly vulnerability.

At Janco, we work with companies across industrial sectors, including automotive, electronics, aerospace, and construction, to eliminate those risks by bringing production home.

Why U.S. Based Manufacturing Makes Sense

1. Consistency & Stability – When your product is mission-critical, waiting on customs clearance isn’t an option. Janco offers a stable, domestic supply chain you can count on even when the global market gets unpredictable.
2. Faster Turnaround Times – Domestic production allows for dramatically shorter lead times, from prototyping all the way through to product delivery.
3. Full Visibility Into Your Process – Our hands-on project management and in-house tooling team give you more control from day one. You’ll know who’s making your product, how it’s being made, and when you’ll receive it.
4. Scalable Capabilities – From complex thermoformed components to protective packaging and foam interiors, we scale with you. Need to modify a design or ramp up production? We can pivot fast, without needing to wait on overseas logistics.

Solutions Built for Industrial Environments

Our team understands that industrial products need to do more than look good; they need to perform in real-world conditions. That’s why we invest in materials and processes that stand up to the demands of heavy use, high heat, transit, and vibration.
Janco’s industrial capabilities include:

• Custom thermoforming for part housings, trays, and enclosures
• Foam and plastic packaging solutions
• RF welding and die cutting
• Short-run and high-volume production

Every solution is designed with strength, precision, and reliability in mind and manufactured under strict quality standards in our U.S. facilities.

Supporting American Industry and Your Bottom Line

Reshoring isn’t just about avoiding problems. It’s also about unlocking new opportunities. By working with a domestic partner like Janco, you can:

• • Improve speed to market
  • Reduce freight and customs costs
  • Ensure better alignment between teams
  • Support American jobs and industry growth

Want to learn more about our U.S.-based medical contract manufacturing capabilities?

Get in touch with our team to learn how we can add value to your next project!

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As a family-owned contract manufacturer with over 60 years of experience, our operations have grown a lot over the last several decades. One of the key ways we’ve evolved over time is finding ways to incorporate sustainable manufacturing processes into our facilities.

Our investment in a state-of-the-art granulator machine reflects that commitment, helping us reduce waste, reuse materials, and support a circular manufacturing economy.

What Does a Granulator Machine Do?

A granulator is a key tool in plastic recycling. It takes leftover plastic from the production process, whether it’s edge trim, purgings, or unused thermoformed parts, and breaks it down into small, uniform pieces called “regrind.” These pieces can be reused internally or sent to plastic manufacturers to be turned into new products, like water bottles or packaging components.

The process works like this:

• Plastic scrap is fed into the granulator’s cutting chamber.
• Inside, rotating blades slice the material into smaller pieces.
• These are then passed through a screen to achieve the desired size.
• The final product is clean, consistent plastic granules ready for reuse.

Janco’s granulator, manufactured by Cumberland (a leader in granulation since 1939), is designed to handle high-volume parts and demanding materials. It’s powerful enough to manage even thick purgings and large thermoformed components—making it ideal for a busy medical contract manufacturing environment like ours.

How Plastic Regrinding Supports Sustainability

Using a granulator has wide-reaching environmental benefits. By regrinding and recycling plastic waste on-site, we’re able to:

• Reduce landfill waste: Instead of discarding scrap materials, we recycle them into a usable form.
• Conserve resources: Recycled plastic reduces the demand for virgin resin and fossil fuel extraction.
• Lower greenhouse gas emissions: According to a 2019 study in Technologies journal, reusing plastic significantly reduces the energy footprint compared to producing new materials.
• Support a circular economy: Regrind can be used in non-medical applications or by partners who produce industrial-grade plastic products.

The Plastics We Recycle Using Our Granulator

Janco works with a wide range of plastic materials across our medical manufacturing projects—and our granulator is capable of handling regrind from nearly all of them. We use the following plastics for contract manufacturing products:

• PET
• PETG
• PETE (Polyethylene terephthalate)
• HIPS (High impact polystyrene)
• TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethanes)
• Acrylic
  PVC (Polyvinyl chloride)
• Kydex® (a trademarked acrylic/PVC alloy)
• ABS (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
• PC (Polycarbonate)
• PP (Polypropylene)
• PS (Polystyrene)
• HDPE (High-density polyethylene)

Many of these materials are excellent candidates for recycling, either into medical-grade components (where regulations allow) or into secondary applications through our supplier partners.

How Janco Uses the Granulator

Our granulator is fully integrated into our day-to-day medical packaging and thermoforming operations. When off-cuts or rejects occur, they’re immediately routed for regrinding, keeping waste out of the bin and in the production cycle.

Here’s how it benefits our process:

• Supports internal recycling workflows, reducing the need for disposal services.
• Provides cost-effective regrind material for plastic manufacturers.
• Minimizes downtime by managing scrap efficiently.
• Contributes to green manufacturing initiatives that our partners value.

Responsible Medical Manufacturing Starts with Smart Equipment

Sustainability in medical manufacturing goes beyond energy-efficient buildings or cleanrooms – it includes what you do with your waste. At Janco, we take pride in making responsible choices that benefit both our customers and the environment. The addition of our granulator machine is just one more way we’re building a smarter, cleaner future.

Want to learn more about our contract manufacturing capabilities?

Get in touch with our team to learn how we can add value to your next project!

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Janco is excited to announce our attendance at the 2025 Design-2-Part Show, happening March 11-12, 2025, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. This premier event brings together American manufacturers, engineers, and product designers to explore exciting solutions for custom parts, innovative materials, and advanced manufacturing processes.

With over 60 years of experience delivering custom contract manufacturing solutions, Janco is committed to staying at the forefront of emerging technologies and industry best practices. Events like Design-2-Part give us the opportunity to connect with other industry leaders, explore innovative new ideas, and discover process improvements that ultimately benefit the customers we serve.

This year, we’ll be represented by Tim McGonagle, a Sales Manager at Janco for nearly two decades.

What is Design-2-Part Florida?

The Design-2-Part Show focuses on helping manufacturers and product developers source quality parts and reliable partners to bring their designs to life. This year, the event will feature:

• 150+ American contract manufacturers offering solutions across medical devices, aerospace, electronics, industrial equipment, and more.
• Live demonstrations of cutting-edge processes, from precision machining to advanced materials.
• Opportunities for engineers, procurement teams, and product managers to connect directly with suppliers capable of meeting complex design and production challenges.
• A focus on custom, low-to-mid volume production — perfect for companies needing flexibility, quality, and precision.

As a leading industrial contract manufacturer, Janco will be attending to meet with current and future partners, explore the latest advancements in materials and processes, and stay ahead of trends impacting medical and industrial manufacturing.

You can learn more about the event through their official website.

Why is Janco Attending Design-2-Part?

At Janco, we believe that innovation thrives through collaboration — and Design-2-Part Florida gives us the chance to:

• Explore new materials, from high-performance polymers to medical-grade foams and sustainable packaging materials.
• Evaluate advanced manufacturing techniques that enhance precision, cost-efficiency, and scalability for thermoforming, die-cutting, and custom packaging.
• Connect with suppliers, partners, and innovators who share our focus on quality, compliance, and speed to market.
• Stay up to date on regulatory trends impacting medical device manufacturing, so we can better support our customers through every stage of development.

At the end of the day, our goal is to constantly find new ways to add value to our process, ensuring our capabilities are second to none. That’s why Tim is excited to share and gain knowledge at this event.

“Any time we attend events like this, it strengthens the solutions we have to offer our clients,” Tim says. “Manufacturing technology is always evolving, and our goal is always to stay ahead of the curve and offer the most effective solutions at competitive prices.”

About Janco

Janco is a family-owned contract manufacturer known for combining cutting-edge technology with the personalized care and attention that only a family business can offer. For over six decades, we’ve partnered with companies across the medical and industrial sectors, helping bring innovative products to life through custom thermoforming, advanced fabrication, and tailored packaging solutions.

Internally, compliance and quality are built into everything we do. Our facilities include ISO 13485-certified cleanrooms (Class 7 and Class 8), and we adhere to FDA regulations to ensure that every product we produce meets the strictest standards for safety, performance, and reliability.

From material selection to final packaging, we guide customers through the complexities of regulatory compliance, helping streamline the process for faster, more confident product launches.

Our goal is simple: combine innovation, experience, and collaboration to help our customers solve challenges, accelerate timelines, and bring high-quality products to market — all with the same care and respect we’d give our own family.

Want to learn more about our medical contract manufacturing capabilities?

Get in touch with our team to learn how we can add value to your next project!

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From September 25-28, 2024, Chicago hosted the North American Spine Society (NASS) 39th Annual Meeting, a pivotal event for spine care professionals. Our very own Chris Melino, Business Development Executive at Janco Inc., was on the ground to engage with thought leaders and industry innovators, showcasing our commitment to the medical sector and our ongoing support for advancements in spine care.

Advancing Medical Contract Manufacturing Knowledge

The NASS conference is renowned for its cutting-edge educational sessions, and this year was no exception. Attendees could participate in symposia, abstract presentations, and workshops focused on surgical, medical, and multidisciplinary approaches to spine care. Chris had the opportunity to learn from key opinion leaders and world-renowned experts who shared insights on the latest scientific research and developments in the field.

One highlight was the President’s Symposium, where leaders from critical federal agencies discussed pressing healthcare issues. These conversations are vital as they inform our practices at Janco, ensuring we remain aligned with regulatory trends and the evolving needs of the medical community when it comes to contract manufacturing.

Emphasizing Research and Innovation

The Research & Innovation Showcase stood out, featuring dynamic presentations on cutting-edge spine research. This focus on innovation resonates with Janco’s mission to provide reliable manufacturing services for medical components.

When it comes to spinal care, our work with TPU for packaging of spinal implants and other essential components are most essential.

Our capabilities in the medical sector include:

• Compression Molding
• Thermoforming
• Assembly
• Packaging
• Laminating

All of our capabilities are designed to meet the highest industry standards, ensuring our partners receive the best quality and value.

We understand that advancements in spine care often hinge on the availability of high-quality components, and our ISO-certified cleanroom manufacturing processes ensure that we can deliver. Our facilities are FDA registered and ISO 13485 & 14464-1 certified, allowing us to meet the rigorous demands of the medical industry.

The conference featured the world’s largest spine technical exhibition, showcasing the latest innovations in the industry. Chris was excited to explore how these new technologies can integrate with Janco’s manufacturing capabilities. Our commitment to utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and biocompatible materials is crucial for supporting advancements in spine care.

“We’re always focused on innovation in medical contract manufacturing,” Chris said after attending the conference. “Events like this help us bring new ideas to our clients and constantly improve our offerings with new knowledge and ideas.”

Our Commitment to High-Quality Medical Contract Manufacturing

Janco’s participation in the NASS conference underscores Janco Inc.’s dedication to the spine care community. As a medical contract manufacturer, we are committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions that meet the demands of this dynamic field. By staying engaged with industry advancements and collaborating with leading experts, we ensure that we continue to support our partners effectively.

As we reflect on the insights gained at NASS, our team remains focused on our mission to deliver reliable manufacturing, packaging, and assembly services that uphold the highest quality standards in the industry.

Want to learn more about our medical contract manufacturing capabilities?

Get in touch with our team to learn how we can add value to your next project.

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At Janco, we’ve spent the past six decades perfecting the art of custom industrial contract manufacturing, offering a seamless, integrated approach to your production needs. When you consolidate your operations with us, you’re not just simplifying your supply chain—you’re gaining a partner dedicated to making your business run smoother, more efficiently, and more cost-effectively.

Our extensive range of capabilities means that regardless of your project requirements, Janco has the expertise to deliver. From thermoforming and compression molding to die-cutting, assembly, and cleanroom packaging, we cover all aspects of the manufacturing process – our specialties include both the medical industry as well as a wide range of other industrial needs, such as sports gear, electronics, and automotive manufacturing.

By choosing Janco for multiple project needs, you eliminate the complexities of working with multiple suppliers. This consolidation means fewer headaches, reduced risk of miscommunication, and a streamlined process that allows for more consistent quality and faster turnaround times.

Here are a few of the ways we work to make your job easier:

One Purchase Order, Simplified Logistics

Managing multiple vendors often means juggling numerous purchase orders, invoices, and delivery schedules. This complexity can lead to increased administrative costs and the potential for costly errors. With Janco, you can simplify this process by consolidating all your manufacturing needs into a single purchase order.

With everything under one roof, you can trust us to handle every aspect of production, reducing your logistics burden and freeing up your resources to focus on other critical areas of your business.

Simplifying the Process and Adding Value

Our team is committed to making your manufacturing experience as easy as possible. We work closely with you from the initial design phase through to the final product, providing expert guidance and support at every step. Whether you’re refining an existing design or developing a new product, our engineers—many of whom have been with us for decades — bring a wealth of experience to the table. We help you optimize designs, select the best materials, and ensure that your products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

We thrive on tackling complex, challenging projects and co-developing solutions that meet your unique needs. Our problem-solving expertise, honed over six decades, ensures that even the most difficult manufacturing challenges are met with innovative, effective solutions.

Cost-Effective Manufacturing Solutions

Cost efficiency is a cornerstone of Janco’s approach. By consolidating your manufacturing needs with us, you not only simplify your operations but also reduce costs. Our in-house capabilities allow us to offer competitive pricing, while our streamlined processes minimize waste and maximize efficiency.

This means you get high-quality products at a lower cost, helping you stay competitive in your market. Plus, our range of services is all-encompassing and includes:

• Compression Molding
• Thermoforming
• Assembly
• Packaging
• Laminating
• Mold Making
• Die Cutting
• RF Sealing
• CNC Milling
• Industrial Foam Fabrication
• Distribution of Foam & Plastic
• Regulatory Excellence: A Commitment to Quality

In the medical and industrial sectors, regulatory compliance is non-negotiable. Janco operates in state-of-the-art ISO 14644-1 Class 7 and Class 8 certified cleanrooms, ensuring that all our products meet the stringent requirements of the FDA and other regulatory bodies.

Our commitment to quality and compliance means that you can trust us to deliver products that not only meet but exceed industry standards, safeguarding your reputation and ensuring the safety and efficacy of your products.

Personalized Service

At Janco, we believe in the power of personal connections. When you partner with us, you’re not just another client—you’re part of the Janco family. That’s why many of our clients have been with us for decades, and our customer retention is one of the elements of our business that we’re most proud of.

When you call us, you’ll speak directly with our team, not a machine. Our customer service is built on accessibility and responsiveness, ensuring that you always have the support you need, when you need it. We’re here to answer your questions, provide updates, and ensure that your project stays on track.

Six Decades of Excellence in Manufacturing

For 60 years, Janco has been at the forefront of manufacturing, delivering high-quality products and unparalleled service to our clients. Our longevity in the industry is a testament to our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. When you choose Janco, you’re partnering with a company that has a proven track record of success and a team dedicated to helping you achieve your objectives.

Want to Consolidate Your Manufacturing Needs?

Consolidating your manufacturing needs with Janco is more than just a way to simplify your operations—it’s a strategic decision that can drive your business forward. With everything under one roof, a single purchase order, and a commitment to adding value at every stage, Janco offers a seamless, cost-effective solution that meets the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

Our approach to customer service and our expertise in tackling complex industrial challenges make us the ideal partner for your manufacturing needs.

Contact us today to learn how Janco can streamline your operations and help take your business to the next level.

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One of our most frequent manufacturing projects, thanks in large part due to their diversity and wide range of potential uses across several industries, are blister packs.

Regardless of whether you need a crash course in why blister packs might be the best option for your needs or want to know what sets Janco’s process apart, you’ll find answers below.

Here’s what we’re covering:

• Types of Blister Packs
• Common Industry Uses
• Blister Pack Benefits
• Blister Pack Materials
• Janco’s Custom Thermoforming Process
• Why Janco?

Types of Blister Packs

Ever wonder why you’d go with a traditional blister pack VS clamshell packaging?

Trying to figure out what type of blister pack is the right fit for your needs depends on several variables, from the product you’re packaging to the quantity that you need to manufacture.

While there are a ton of similarities in terms of benefits, there are also some essential differences that make each type of blister pack ideal for specific product needs. Here’s a quick breakdown of what sets different models apart.

Clamshell: Most variations of blister packs use a cardboard backing, but a clamshell package is a bit different. Instead, two plastic pieces are hinged together in the thermoforming process, either at the side or at the base. This comes in handy in a variety of different ways, allowing clamshell packaging to stand upright on shelves when stocked in stores.

Our custom design process gives you the freedom to ensure the clamshell is aligned with your distinct needs, so the plastic may be heat-sealed closed on both ends or have a button to snap one side open and shut.

Most commonly, clamshells are used for sets that have more than one part, such as tool sets with several nuts and bolts or toy sets with multiple small parts. Generally, this type of packaging gives your product the same level of protection as any other blister packaging but works best for products that require more of a unique approach or need to be re-sealed after use.

Face Seal Blister Packs: This is what would be considered a traditional blister pack, where the plastic blister is designed and manufactured to fit your product (or several products) and then heat-sealed to a cardboard backing. This is ideal for packaging items made in large quantities because it’s fairly inexpensive compared to other options.

Trapped Blister Packs: This is the most similar to the traditional blister pack, but there are a few key differences. With a trapped blister, the name says it all – your plastic will be trapped between two pieces of cardboard. In addition to the usual cardboard backing, another piece is added over the front to cover the shape of your product using our custom die-cutting process. Because this doesn’t require blister pack heat-sealing methods, trapped blister packaging it’s generally a cheaper option.

Full-Face Seal Blister Packs: In another variation of the classic blister pack, the plastic surrounds both the product as well as the cardboard backing that supports it. Depending on your unique design needs, the plastic is heat-sealed to the card or slid through additional plastic pieces on each side. A full-face seal blister is typically used to enforce the strength of the blister pack packaging.

Full Card Blister Packs: Similar to a full-face seal blister, the plastic on a full card blister is manufactured to cover the entirety of the cardboard backing. Instead of using the typical heat-sealing process, this uses flanges that wrap around to seal the plastic.

Need help selecting the right type of blister pack for your packaging needs? We’ll provide the guidance you need.

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Common Industry Uses for Blister Packs

Our team has served a wide range of industries over the years, offering custom solutions with the quality and precision that you depend on.

Even within each industry, there are multiple potential uses for blister packs. Below are some of the common uses we design and manufacture blister packs for in-house, but if the item you’re thinking of isn’t on the list, reach out! Our job is to find a solution.

Medical Industry Blister Pack Uses:

• Medical devices
• Medical implants
• Medical and surgical instrumentation

Commercial and Industrial Blister Pack Uses:

• Electronic devices and accessories
• Automotive component packaging
• Oral health products including toothbrushes and dental floss
• Batteries
• Screws, nails, nuts, and bolts
• Protective cases
• Ink cartridges

Blister Pack Benefits

Packaging your product can be as crucial as the manufacturing of your product itself. Packaging can determine a lot of variables, from how attractive your product looks on a store shelf to how protected your product is against wear and tear.

These are some key benefits to choosing a blister pack:

• Protection – Not only do blister packs offer a high degree of protection during both transportation and storage, but you can also increase protection depending on the exact model and design that you choose.
• Lightweight build – The lightweight design is great for handling, and it also means that you’ll benefit from lower transport costs, especially if you’re manufacturing and shipping large quantities of your product.
• Unique design – The unique and wide-ranging design possibilities with blister packs mean that we can adjust the packaging to your exact needs. Our team offers direct consulting to help ensure we’re adding value to your packaging.
• Easily recycled – In addition to so many practical benefits, blister packaging is also easily recyclable, so you can feel good about your packaging choices.

Blister Pack Materials

Our team can help with material selection based on the unique requirements of your packaging needs. In general, blister packaging is comprised of PET, PETG (polyethylene terephthalate), HIP (high impact polystyrene), or PVC (polyvinyl chloride) plastic.

Our engineering team can help you select the best materials for desired properties including:

• Biocompatibility
• Anti-static
• Fire-retardancy
• Impact
• Abrasion resistance

How Blister Packs are Made

Blister packs are manufactured using our custom thermoforming process. Thermoforming involves taking a plain plastic foil (either PET, PETG, HIP, or PVC, as mentioned above) and transforms it into a three-dimensional shape by applying heat and air pressure. The plastic is molded into whatever shape is needed to bring your packaging solution to life.

Valued for being both highly customizable and cost-effective, custom plastic thermoforming at Janco allows us to manufacture single-use plastic parts with a wide range of potential uses. We frequently thermoform plastic in a variety of colors, densities, and thicknesses.

Our team also has trusted industry partners who offer injection molding services, which offer slightly different capabilities. Reach out to us directly to learn more.

Work with Janco for Your Blister Packaging Contract Manufacturing

Our team has been trusted as the go-to for quality contract manufacturing solutions for over six decades.
From the very beginning, it has been our mission to make the manufacturing process easy for you, with a team that has the experience to answer your questions and provide creative solutions for custom packaging needs.

With cutting-edge technology, an expert team of engineers and project managers, and a comprehensive quality assurance process, our team is proud to offer competitive pricing and unbeatable customer service.

Ready to manufacture custom blister packaging aligned with your unique product needs?

Reach out to Janco for the guidance and experience you need to get the job done right.

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Prioritizing both product quality and cost-efficiency, our team utilizes cutting-edge manufacturing equipment to bring your athletic manufacturing projects to life.

When it comes to protective equipment, ensuring that the products we manufacture offer optimum comfort, support, and protection is essential. Our team uses the highest quality foam and plastic to provide the level of comfort and protection you need.

In addition to offering the knowledge and precision you rely on for most products, we also pride ourselves on providing custom solutions to add value to your product.

Commonly Manufactured Athletic Gear

Our team works with clients on a diverse range of athletic manufacturing projects that span several unique needs. Some of our most commonly manufactured products within the athletic industry include protective gear, such as:

• Helmet liners
• Insoles
• Shoulder pads
• Protective eyewear
• Shin guards
• Wrist protectors

If you’re in need of a manufacturing partner for athletic products beyond what’s listed above, our team still may be able to help. Reach out to our team of experts to learn more or ask questions about your unique project needs.

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Manufacturing Capabilities

Depending on your needs, our team employs a wide range of capabilities within our facilities to manufacture your products, including:

• Compression molding
• Thermoforming
• Die-cutting

Utilizing our two 3-axis routers, our engineers are also able to router plastic products rather than die-cutting them, which often offers faster and cleaner end-results, depending on the needs of your application.

Design Input

Design is an essential component in any manufacturing process. Our team works with you to settle on a design that’s both visually appealing and manufacturable.

While many types of athletic gear that we create in-house have relatively standard design needs, there are often still several ways to add customization and bring your distinct vision to life. Our team’s goal is always to add value to your bottom line and manufacture the best product possible in line with your vision.

Heat Stamping for Athletic Gear

Part of the customization process includes our use of heat-stamps to imprint logos, names, and other graphics directly onto your athletic gear or packaging. Using a strip of ink on a small, two-inch roll, we’re able to stamp custom imprints onto plastic.

Foam and Plastic Material Selection

The success of your product is largely dependent on selecting the right type of foam or plastic to manufacture it with. In some cases, the product itself will dictate which type of material is necessary.

When you have options, our team is happy to provide all of the information you need to make an educated decision that will result in a high-quality product.

For athletic manufacturing projects, we work with the following foams and plastics:

Foams:

• Closed-cell polyethylene foam
• Open-cell polyurethane foam
• Non-cross linked foam / TPO Foams (thermoplastic olefins)

Plastics:

• PET
• PETG
• PETE (Polyethylene terephthalate)
• HIPS (High impact polystyrene)
• TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethanes)
• Acrylic
• PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
• Kydex®, a trademarked acrylic/PVC alloy
• ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
• PC (polycarbonate)
• PP (polypropylene)
• PS (polystyrene)
• HDPE (high-density polyethylene)

Looking for a reliable partner to assist in your athletic manufacturing needs?

With six decades of experience in industrial contract manufacturing, Janco is eager to help you bring your next project to life with precision, quality, and cost that you’ll love. Get in touch with our team to get started.

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Choosing the right sporting goods contract manufacturer is crucial for the success of your products, from appearance to safety. With so many options available, knowing what to look for is important to guarantee you’re making the best choice for your business.

In this post, we’re breaking down the key factors to consider when selecting a contract manufacturer for your athletic gear needs.

1. Expertise in Sporting Goods Manufacturing

When it comes to athletic gear manufacturing, expertise plays a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and functionality of your end product. No two industries have the same needs, which is why it’s essential that your partner has specialized knowledge and skills.

At Janco, we boast over 60 years of experience manufacturing for the sporting goods industry. Our commitment to excellence permeates every aspect of our manufacturing process, from state-of-the-art equipment to cutting-edge techniques, including compression molding, thermoforming, laminating, and die-cutting.

What truly sets us apart is our dedication to customization. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all solutions, we collaborate closely with our clients to provide tailored design inputs and customization options. Whether it’s incorporating logos and graphics through heat-stamping or advising on material selection for optimal performance, we prioritize meeting the unique needs of each project, so you have a guide to bring your distinct vision to life.

2. A Diverse Range of Athletic Gear

Versatility is key to meeting the diverse needs of athletes and sports enthusiasts. At Janco, our comprehensive range of athletic gear sets us apart as a leading contract manufacturer in the industry. We offer a range of custom products designed to meet your unique needs, including:

• Helmet liners
• Insoles
• Shoulder pads
• Protective eyewear
• Shin guards
• Wrist protectors

Our commitment to diversity extends beyond product offerings to encompass our customization options. We know that every brand has a distinct identity and requirements, which is why our team of experts collaborates closely with you to tailor our solutions to your needs. Whether incorporating custom logos and graphics or advising on material selection for optimal comfort and performance, we prioritize delivering personalized solutions that resonate with each brand’s vision.

3. Experience in Sporting Goods Contract Manufacturing

One of the key advantages of partnering with Janco is our deep understanding of the nuances of contract manufacturing. We recognize that each project comes with unique challenges and requirements, and our wealth of experience enables us to navigate these intricacies effectively, helping you add value to your product at every part of the manufacturing process.

Over the years, we’ve honed our expertise and refined our processes to deliver consistently high-quality products. From understanding client needs to managing production timelines and ensuring quality control, our goal is always to continuously exceed your expectations.

Thanks to our experience, you can have peace of mind knowing that we’re helping to optimize your products through material selection and usage, executing intricate designs and customizations, and tackling complex challenges with innovative tools and solutions.

4. Customization Options for Sporting Goods Manufacturing

Speaking of customization – if you want your products to stand out in a saturated market, customization is key. At Janco, every sporting goods manufacturing project we take on is a custom job, so you can provide as much input as possible throughout the process.

“For over six decades, we’ve helped clients in the sporting goods industry stand out by bringing their unique visions to life. We help add value at every stage, but our goal is always to understand their unique needs and ideas and find innovative ways to manufacture the perfect solution.” – Tim M

Our approach to customization goes beyond surface-level adjustments. We collaborate closely with our clients to understand your brand identity, consumer needs, and specific product requirements. Whether incorporating custom logos, names, and graphics onto athletic gear or designing unique packaging solutions, we prioritize delivering personalized touches that resonate with your vision.

Customization is not just about aesthetics – but also about enhancing functionality, safety, and performance. Therefore, we leverage our expertise in materials and design to offer innovative customization options that will add value to the overall quality of your athletic gear.

We work with a wide range of the most sought-after foams and plastics for sports gear, including:

Foams:

• Closed-cell polyethylene foam
• Open-cell polyurethane foam
• Non-cross-linked foam / TPO Foams (thermoplastic olefins)

Plastics:

• PET
• PETG
• PETE (Polyethylene terephthalate)
• HIPS (High impact polystyrene)
• TPU (Thermoplastic polyurethanes)
• Acrylic
• PVC (polyvinyl chloride)
• Kydex®, a trademarked acrylic/PVC alloy
• ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
• PC (polycarbonate)
• PP (polypropylene)
• PS (polystyrene)
• HDPE (high-density polyethylene)

5. Advanced Manufacturing Techniques

In the constantly evolving landscape of athletic gear manufacturing, leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques is essential to staying ahead of the curve and delivering top-notch products.

Our state-of-the-art facilities are equipped with the latest technology, allowing us to employ advanced techniques such as:

• Compression Molding
• Thermoforming
• Die-cutting
• Heat-Stamping
• Laminating

Depending on the needs of your application, we can also use our 3-axis routers, allowing our engineers to router plastic products rather than die-cutting them. This often offers faster and cleaner results.

Our focus on innovation and continuous improvement ensures that your athletic gear is manufactured using the latest technologies, resulting in products that stand out in terms of quality, performance, and durability.

Choose a Sporting Goods Manufacturer That You Trust

Selecting the right contract manufacturer for your athletic gear is crucial for ensuring quality, customization, and innovation. Janco will give you peace of mind that your products are being crafted with precision and care, thanks to our experience, diverse range of product capabilities, dedication to customization, and use of advanced manufacturing techniques.

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In this post, we’ll discuss how to leverage a manufacturer’s expertise and build a better relationship with your vendor.

Benefits of Working With a Thermoforming Contract Manufacturer

Whether you’ve been in business for 50 years or are an emerging start-up, you’ve likely considered using a contract manufacturer to produce or package your products. Here are a few of the benefits of using a contract manufacturer for thermoforming services.

• Fit-for-purpose
• Expertise
• Cost-competitive
• Scalable and flexible
• Fast prototyping and speed-to-market
• Risk mitigation

Thermoforming Fit-for-Purpose

A thermoforming contract manufacturer is dedicated to getting you the product that fits your needs. Instead of buying a stock option, custom thermoforming ensures your component, product or packaging is made right.

By working together with your contract manufacturer’s design, engineering and manufacturing teams, you can get the custom product or packaging you want. At Janco, we have custom thermoforming equipment and in-house designers here to help provide expertise when creating the design for your project.

Contract Manufacturers Have Expertise

Another benefit of having expert in-house teams is that they can help you make key decisions about design and materials. For example, the design and engineering team can help you optimize design, while the manufacturing team can discuss how the production process can be adjusted to produce the best product for your budget.

Some of the complex aspects your contract manufacturer can help you with include:

• Biocompatibility – For medical products and packaging, the materials you use are likely required to be biocompatible.
• Anti-static – Using anti-static materials prevent dust and particles from collecting on and contaminating products produced and packaged in sterile environments.
• Fire-retardancy – A wide range of products must be fire resistant or made with fire retardant materials.
• Impact – Plastics and foams used in the thermoforming process have shock absorbing qualities to protect delicate and sensitive instruments.
• Abrasion resistance – Materials designed to withstand friction, wear, and scratching are often used in products where components are prone to continuous contact or rubbing.

At Janco, our engineering and production teams have over 60 years of experience to help you design the right material and process for creating your component, product or packaging to meet your needs.

Cost-Competitive

As mentioned above, contract manufacturing reduces overhead costs associated with production facilities, equipment, and labor. In addition, thermoforming is an affordable manufacturing process compared to other techniques, giving you high-quality products at a competitive cost.

Taking advantage of the technical expertise of an experienced custom thermoforming contract manufacturer like Janco helps companies reduce costs further. Combined, working with a contract thermoforming manufacturer can be a cost-effective option for producing your product or packaging.

Scalability and Flexibility

When searching for a contract manufacturer, you want to work with a company that has the bandwidth to manage growth or doesn’t lock you into a contract that leaves you with too much product. Look for a contract manufacturer that offers scalability, allowing businesses to easily adjust production volumes based on demand fluctuations.

Whether it’s scaling up during peak seasons or scaling down during slower periods, contract manufacturers can accommodate these changes efficiently.

Fast Prototyping and Speed-to-Market

The nature of the thermoforming process lets companies quickly produce prototypes. Quick turnaround times for prototyping means faster design assessment and speed-to-market.

Working with a contract manufacturer can accelerate the product development and launch process. They have established supply chains, streamlined processes, and efficient production capabilities, enabling businesses to bring products to market faster than if they were producing in-house.

Risk mitigation

Contract manufacturers can help mitigate risks associated with production, such as quality control, regulatory compliance, and supply chain management. Their expertise reduces the likelihood of errors, defects, or delays, ensuring that products meet industry standards and customer expectations.

Focus on core competencies

Outsourcing manufacturing to a contract manufacturer allows businesses to focus on their core competencies, such as research and development, marketing, and sales. By delegating the manufacturing process, companies can redirect their resources and attention to areas that drive growth and competitive advantage.

Extensive Capabilities

Working with Janco, a custom thermoforming manufacturer, gives you access to comprehensive capabilities. This includes equipment like fully-automated inline thermoforming machines, which help ensure accuracy and efficiency. We also have thermoforming cleanrooms certified to ISO 14644-1 Class 8 to meet your medical packaging needs.

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The CapSure Sterile Barrier Packaging System delivers exceptional performance and economic efficiency. The packaging system reduces waste and optimizes the supply chain while the design ensures the orthopedic implant is protected.

“We at Guardian were happy to include our partner Janco in the AmeriStar award as a contributor to our CapSure Sterile Barrier Packaging System,” said Tracy Momany, President and CEO, Guardian Medical USA. “We envisioned a single PETG tray, capable of securing all of the different implant sizes in a family of medical devices, within our CapSure tube packaging. Janco turned this challenging concept into a functional, and award winning, reality.”

Janco is proud to have played a part in the medical manufacturing and design of this award-winning packaging. When Guardian Medical presented the design concept to Janco, the design team worked with Guardian to develop the tray and how it would work within the parameters of the larger design.

Janco continues to manufacture the PETG tray using our thermoforming technology inside Janco’s ISO-certified clean rooms.

About the Ameristar Award

The AmeriStar Awards Competition recognizes the best in professional packaging design solutions. The contest sets high criteria and looks for distinct features and advantages that deliver tangible value. Hosted and judged by a distinguished jury of packaging professionals and industry experts, Guardian Medical’s CapSure Sterile Barrier Packaging System stood out as an exemplary example of innovation in the medical device packaging field.

Janco’s Medical Packaging Capabilities

Guardian Medical is just one of a number of customers Janco works with on packaging design and manufacturing. With decades of experience in the field, Janco is synonymous with quality and consistency. We offer a number of capabilities, including thermoforming, medical device assembly, medical laminating and clean room manufacturing.

Want to learn more about how Janco can meet your medical device packaging needs? Reach out today.

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