Means Engineering, Inc.

Product development engineering in medical, industrial, semiconductor equipment & military with a standard of excellence in form, function and design.


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Supporting Innovation in the Military and Defense Industries

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Defense industries around the world are starting to show more interest in emerging technologies. In fact, defense communities have already begun reaching out to capable providers. Particular areas of interest include artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, additive manufacturing, advanced and smart materials, augmented reality, unmanned systems, and remote sensing. Modern day militaries are hoping to use these technologies to enhance the effectiveness of military people, machines, and systems in the future.

This increased interest in new technologies represents a significant shift in the capabilities of future military forces.

Utilizing New Technologies

Creating products utilizing new technologies can be difficult. This is especially true for the Military and Defense industries, which have some of the strictest and most demanding requirements in the world.

Military technologies used to be created solely by those in the defense industry. However, that isn’t the case anymore. Commercial firms and research institutions are now the main developers of new technologies for Military and Defense. This is why government agencies frequently turn to outside parties to support their innovation efforts.

Currently, the United States is putting significant effort into acquiring new products that utilize advanced technologies. Each of the states has already begun actively searching for opportunities for innovation and growth. This innovation is essential to the creation of a more advanced future military presence in America.

Creating Innovative New Products

Other countries are also utilizing new technologies and could pose a serious risk if the United States is not able to keep up. Continuous innovation is crucial to the success of our future military.

Outsourcing provides access to a wealth of knowledge and experience. It also provides a fresh perspective on the design, production, and testing of a wide range of products. Partnering with an experienced contract manufacturer can ensure that products are built to exact specifications, and that they meet the unique requirements of the Military and Defense industries.

Supporting Growth

Contract manufacturers must keep up to date with the latest technologies and techniques. This puts them in the best possible position to support innovation and future growth.

 

 

 

 

 

Contract Manufacturers Support Innovation

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In the past, contract manufacturing was thought of as a way to save money. While this is still true, a quality contract manufacturer is now able to offer so much more. Contract manufacturers today are relied on by many industries to support growth by bringing innovation, new technology, and a new approach.

Quality contract manufacturers have years of experience designing and creating a wide range of products. In order to meet demand, they must ensure that they are up to date with all of the latest technologies and techniques. This puts them in the best possible position to support innovation.

Until recently, contract manufacturers were chosen based on their ability to reduce costs and time to market. Now, the responsibilities of contract manufacturers are much more diverse. Contract manufacturers today are commonly used to help companies in competitive industries design and produce a wide range of products.

Producing High Quality Devices

In order to be successful, electronic devices must have more options and more features than ever before. This is especially true for devices made for the aerospace and medical industries. These products must meet extremely strict requirements for both quality and accuracy. Many manufacturers simply do not have the tools and resources needed to produce and test products for these industries. This is where a contract manufacturer can help.

Contract manufacturers provide the design, production, and testing of a wide range of products. They are often experts in their field, with access to some of the most advanced technologies available today.

Producing High Quality Products

Contract manufacturers are under more scrutiny than ever before. Companies want to know that their partner is following strict standards for quality and assurance. This is especially true for organizations in the medical or defense industries.

It’s important to ensure that the company you work with is qualified to handle the level of service you require. Contract manufacturers that are ISO certified have proven that they are committed to quality. This type of certification takes a high level of dedication to achieve.

Means Engineering Inc. offers high quality design, production, and testing of a wide range of products. Our team is well prepared to work with your company to help you excel and reach new markets.

 

Top Industries That Benefit From Contract Manufacturing

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Top Industries That Benefit From Contract Manufacturing

Contract manufacturing benefits businesses in a wide range of industries. A qualified contract manufacturer helps businesses design, produce and test a variety of products. This is ideal for small businesses and start-ups as well as businesses in industries with strict regulations.

Although contract manufacturing can help businesses of all shapes and sizes, there are some industries that benefit most from outsourcing.

Medical Industry

People all around the world use medical devices. These important devices help diagnose, treat and monitor millions of people everyday. It’s no surprise that companies creating medical devices must follow extremely strict regulations. Using a contract manufacturer helps reduce costs and ensure the creation of high quality medical devices.

ISO 13485 certified contract manufacturers are committed to providing high quality devices that meet or exceed regulations and requirements.

Defense Industry

In the defense industry, electronic devices are used for communication, navigation and the collection of important data. Proper operation of these devices is crucial. Manufacturers designing products for the defense industry must focus their efforts on increasing quality, while reducing power consumption and costs.

An AS9100 certified contract manufacturer helps companies create high quality, reliable products for the defense industry. A qualified contract manufacturer should be able to design, produce and fully test a wide range of products.

Aerospace Industry

When designing devices to be used in space, care must be taken to ensure that they are able to withstand extreme forces. These devices must be fully tested before use.

Companies working in the aerospace industry often utilize the help of a contract manufacturer to create their products. These products are carefully designed to resist damage or malfunction when placed under extreme forces.

Working With a Contract Manufacturer

There are many benefits to working with a contract manufacturer. Companies in the previously mentioned industries often hire contract manufacturers to design, build and test products or the parts of a product. Contract manufacturing can also be used for new product development and to fill orders during times of high demand. Using a contract manufacturer allows companies to create new products without having to obtain new technology or equipment.

Producing Electronics for the Defense Industry

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Producing Electronics for the Defense Industry

Electronics are becoming more important for every industry. In the defense industry, electronic devices are used for communication, navigation and the collection of important data. Reliability and quality are crucial when developing electronics for this important industry.

Electronics technology is constantly evolving. Military devices are getting smaller and more functional. The design and manufacture of electronics is focused on improving quality while reducing costs and power consumption.

Military Electronics

Military electronics are often used for long periods of time. They must be able to withstand extreme conditions. Any defect or failure could have serious consequences. Manufacturers producing electronic devices for the defense industry must keep up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques.

Many military and defense professionals want the same electronic devices they use in their personal lives to be available in their professional lives as well. As a result, wearable electronics are being used more frequently by the defense industry.

Defense Industry Electronics

The defense industry has been leaning towards a purely digital mindset for years. Portable technologies enable military professionals to access critical information and become more efficient. New technologies can be used to enhance workflows and create new opportunities for the industry. These technologies reduce the chance of error and completely eliminate the need for travel.

Electronic products must be smaller, cheaper and faster if military companies wish to remain competitive. Most electronics manufacturers strive to create smaller, lighter products with increased flexibility and portability.

Protection of information is a top concern to military and defense professionals. Electronic systems should be able to reduce cross-channel interference.

Testing Military Products

Military products require sophisticated testing equipment. All devices and electronic components must be thoroughly tested to ensure quality and reliability. Due to limited defense budgets, the cost of electronics must be kept to a minimum as well. Strict budget and testing requirements create a number of challenges for electronics manufacturers. It’s important that the company chosen to produce electronic devices has prior experience with the defense industry.

Means Engineering, Inc. provides design, manufacture and testing of electronic devices for the defense industry. We are an AS9100 certified contract manufacturer.

Industries That Can Benefit From A Contract Manufacturer

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Industries That Can Benefit From A Contract Manufacturer

Businesses across a wide range of industries can benefit from hiring a contract manufacturer. Contract manufacturers help businesses produce more products, increase their product line and reduce costs and time to market.

A contract manufacturer can be used for all parts of production including design, manufacture and testing. Using a contract manufacturer can help increase the quality and consistency of products produced. A contract manufacturer can help businesses find ways to make production more efficient.

The following industries can benefit from working with a quality contract manufacturer.

Medical Industry

Products produced for the medical industry need to be high quality and reliable. Many medical devices are responsible for keeping patients alive. Any defect or error in design can be catastrophic.

The contract manufacturer you work with should be experienced with medical devices. They should have strict quality control measures in place, with testing occurring throughout the manufacturing process. The company you choose should be ISO 13485 certified.

Aerospace Industry

Aerospace products must be reliable, high quality and thoroughly tested for safety. Products used by the aerospace industry must withstand extreme conditions. Any failure in operation can have serious consequences.

A contract manufacturer can help companies in the aerospace industry design, manufacture and test a variety of products. To ensure the quality of products produced, always work with an AS9100 certified contract manufacturer.

Defense Industry

Contract manufacturers producing products for the defense industry must maintain extremely high standards to prevent mistakes that could lead to product failure.

The contract manufacturer you choose to work with to produce these products should be up-to-date with the latest technologies and techniques. They should have experience working with the defense industry. They should be able to help keep costs low while increasing the efficiency and reliability of products produced.

Means Engineering, Inc. provides contract manufacturing services to a wide range of industries. We have experience working with the medical, aerospace and defense industries. Our team members are committed to providing high quality service to our valued clients. We are a proud to be an AS9100 and ISO 13485 certified company.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ABOUT US

MEI features depth of experience in medical, industrial, semiconductor equipment and military products. All product development efforts start with a unique set of requirements, yet we deliver results that share a common standard of excellence in form, function and design.

Our turn-key capabilities provide smart, simple solutions to cumbersome outsourcing issues, and provide our clients with an intelligent route from concept to market.

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