
Procuring subcontract precision engineering for medical device components can be a minefield. Sourcing the right fit for your supply chain is far from easy because of the sheer number of players out there. Many claim to be specialists in their own particular sphere of CNC machining (while still taking on plenty of non-core work). And you will know from experience that some precision engineers are more precise than others.

Engineering raw material prices have rocketed and it's causing chaos. Uncertainty over availability means it's difficult to get quotes for materials, and difficult to get quotes for manufacturing. The timeframe in which a quote remains valid is shortening significantly. We're feeling the effects, and we know our customers are too.

Aesthetics vs functionality…the ongoing conflict in the minds of product designers and engineers. In this blog we consider both Aethetic and Functional component design, how you can balance the two and consider some common trade-offs.