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ATI's Customer Decision Tool: Helping You Make the Right Choice

Below is a tool to help you evaluate which thermoforming manufacturer is the best fit for your company's project. It includes common decision criteria that we recommend you include in the deliberation process.

Decision Criteria

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Competitor A

Competitor B

Has a formal, thorough and rigorous quality system that is ISO 9000 Compliant

Has over 30 years of experience in diverse and challenging projects

Provides engineering support during the design phase to ensure your product is manufacturable

Provides 'just in time' service and Kanban support

Makes parts as large as 6' by 11' by 30"

Works with all thermoplastic resins

Employs Written Manufacturing Process instructions with detailed pictures defining tasks

Keeps detailed in-process inspection records with pictures detailing inspection methods

Employs an Enterprise Resource Planning System to manage all aspects of manufacturing

Employs lot control and traceability as required throughout the process

Conducts Internal Audits to assure adherence to policies and procedures

Employs Statistical Process Control (SPC) including Product Part Approval Process (PAPP)

Provides engineering support later on in the products life to help sustain cost reductions

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