Overcoming polymer material sourcing, supply and reshoring challenges

Overcoming polymer material sourcing, supply and reshoring challenges


When market dynamics unexpectedly change or supply issues arise with plastic and rubber materials - how should you respond?

Finding an alternative raw material or a new supply route can be a tough process, and is often conducted with added time and cost pressures. 

In this downloadable article, our polymer consultants discuss the key considerations when facing challenges such as sourcing new materials or supply routes and weighing reshoring as an option. 

Find out how working with an expert can ease the process and help you make confident and effective choices

Smithers experts have extensive experience dealing with new materials selection and approval, development of alternative approaches to compounding and navigating issues around supply chains and reshoring. Find out more in the article below.

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