Consigned Manufacturing Services
VR Industries delivers comprehensive consignment manufacturing services that provide the flexibility and control your business requires. Our consigned manufacturing approach allows you to supply all or most components while we handle the precision assembly, from board-level builds to complete electromechanical systems. With nearly four decades of experience serving medical, defense, industrial, and blue economy sectors, we understand the unique requirements that drive companies to choose consigned material strategies.
Our consigned manufacturing services bridge the gap between maintaining supply chain control and accessing advanced manufacturing capabilities. Whether you’re managing obsolete components, protecting intellectual property, or maintaining established supplier relationships, our team delivers the same high-reliability processes and quality standards that define our turnkey manufacturing operations.
Understanding Consigned Manufacturing
Consigned manufacturing represents a strategic approach where customers supply components and materials while VR Industries provides the assembly expertise, equipment, and quality control systems. This model differs significantly from turnkey manufacturing, where the contract manufacturer sources all materials and components.
The consigned approach proves ideal for several scenarios. Companies with tightly controlled supply chains often prefer this model to maintain vendor relationships and pricing agreements. Organizations working with proprietary or IP-sensitive components benefit from the added security of direct component control. Additionally, businesses managing obsolete components or maintaining strategic inventory stockpiles find consigned manufacturing essential for maximizing their material investments.
Our experience with consigned material programs extends across all industry sectors we serve. Medical device manufacturers frequently utilize consigned services for FDA-approved components, while defense contractors leverage this approach for ITAR-controlled materials and specialized military-grade components.
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Comprehensive Assembly Services
Printed Circuit Board Assembly Excellence
Our PCBA services for consigned projects encompass the full spectrum of electronic assembly technologies. Surface Mount Technology capabilities include fine-pitch components, BGAs, and complex mixed-technology builds that combine SMT and thru-hole components. Every consigned PCBA project benefits from our automated optical inspection systems, high-resolution X-ray inspection, and electrical verification processes.
We accommodate custom testing requirements when customers provide test fixtures and testing protocols. Our certified technicians execute customer-defined test procedures while maintaining complete documentation and traceability throughout the process. This approach ensures that consigned material maintains its integrity from incoming inspection through final testing.
Electromechanical Integration and Box Build Services
Beyond board-level assembly, our consignment manufacturing services extend to complete system integration. We handle complex cable routing, mechanical fixture installation, and chassis assembly using customer-supplied enclosures and components. Our manufacturing cells can be configured specifically for consigned projects, ensuring that customer materials receive dedicated handling and processing.
Functional testing and system configuration services complete the electromechanical assembly process. We work closely with customers to implement their testing protocols and quality specifications, ensuring that finished systems meet exact performance requirements before shipment.
Prototyping Through Production Scaling
Our New Product Introduction capabilities support consigned manufacturing from initial prototypes through full production runs. Low-volume NPI builds using consigned materials allow customers to validate designs and processes before committing to larger production quantities. Our engineering team provides Design for Manufacturing feedback specific to consigned component selections, helping identify potential assembly challenges before they impact production schedules.
Revision management becomes particularly critical in consigned manufacturing environments. Our ERP systems track component revisions, substitutions, and engineering changes to ensure that consigned material aligns with current build documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
Quality Standards and Compliance
Every consigned manufacturing project adheres to the same rigorous quality standards that define our turnkey operations. IPC Class II and Class III compliant builds ensure that consigned materials receive proper handling and assembly according to industry-recognized standards. Our ISO 13485 certification supports medical device consigned manufacturing, while J-STD-001ES Space Addendum capabilities serve defense and aerospace consigned projects.
Documentation and traceability systems capture every aspect of consigned material handling. From incoming inspection through final shipment, we maintain complete serialization and tracking records. This comprehensive approach ensures that customers retain visibility into their consigned material throughout the manufacturing process.
Material control procedures specifically address the unique requirements of consigned components. Segregated storage areas, dedicated handling procedures, and controlled access systems protect consigned material integrity. Our quality team performs incoming inspection on all consigned materials, identifying potential issues before they enter the production process.
Partnership Advantages
Decades of experience with customer-supplied components have refined our consigned manufacturing processes. Dedicated Program Managers ensure smooth transitions from component receipt through finished product delivery. These single points of contact understand the complexities of consigned material management and provide proactive communication throughout project execution.
Our engineering support team identifies Design for Manufacturing opportunities and Bill of Materials optimization during the project planning phase. Early identification of potential assembly challenges allows customers to address issues before they impact production schedules or quality outcomes. This collaborative approach exemplifies our partnership-oriented philosophy.
Flexible logistics accommodate various consigned material delivery requirements. Whether components arrive through direct drop shipments, just-in-time delivery schedules, or bulk inventory transfers, our receiving and material management systems adapt to customer preferences. On-site component storage capabilities support customers who prefer to maintain inventory buffers for ongoing production requirements.
Implementation Process
Initiating consigned manufacturing services begins with comprehensive project documentation. We require complete kit checklists, assembly drawings, and build documentation to ensure accurate project setup. Our team reviews Bills of Materials against consigned component specifications, identifying any discrepancies before production begins.
Component validation procedures verify that consigned materials match project requirements and quality specifications. Our incoming inspection processes adapt to customer-specific requirements while maintaining our standard quality control protocols. Excess component storage services accommodate customers who prefer to maintain safety stock on-site.
Project timelines and delivery schedules reflect the unique aspects of consigned manufacturing. While material sourcing lead times are eliminated, additional time for component validation and kit preparation ensures that production begins with complete, verified material sets.
VR Industries delivers consignment manufacturing services that combine your supply chain control with our manufacturing expertise. Our proven processes, quality systems, and partnership approach ensure successful outcomes for consigned material projects across all industry sectors we serve.
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