Always get samples. If you can - go visit the factory too.
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Free registration at the forum removes this block.So I've been developing a product for the past few months, and I need some advice.
So the product is similar to what the manufacturer currently manufactures, I'm just asking them to make it from a more durable cloth and have specific dimensions. So they may need to special order the cloth for me.
So my question is: should I get a product sample first (only a couple pieces)? If they need to special order this cloth for me, do you think I should just outright buy 150 of the items or do manufacturers typically allow for the ordering of a couple pieces with specific special materials?
ALWAYS get samples. Is the supplier overseas? if so, and you intend for longer higher batch quantity production runs, you should invest and go visit them. Any manufacturer will understand a sample request if not, then run the other way. (you do not want to do business with such types)should I get a product sample first (only a couple pieces)?
I chose this particular one because they had a certain part made of plastic that I needed and so I figured I might just use them. But I'll definitely do some checking aroundYou definitely want to get a sample, as things are always different in person. Even if the manufacturer doesn't make a mistake, you might realize you want to make changes once you hold it in your hand.
You don't want to burn a ton of cash on something you regret.
Why did you choose this one factory? Did you do any price comparison? Are you able to visit in person?
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