For RSP owners Mike and Paul Ryan, giving back to their community in Southeastern Wisconsin is a core mission of their business. When the COVID-19 crisis began to ravage the U.S. in early 2020, they knew they had to do something to help. In those first few months of the pandemic, RSP leveraged its expertise and access to a global supply chain to procure large amounts of personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare networks and hospitals that were in dire need. Read more “RSP Continues Giving Back with PPE Donation to United Way”
RSP Assists with Packaging Provider
RSP is a full-service manufacturing solution provider offering engineering, prototyping and full-scale production. While some clients use only a single service, others, like RSP customer PAQ, utilize all three. Read more “RSP Assists with Packaging Provider”
What Are Flexible Printed Circuits?
A flexible printed circuit, or FPC for short, is simply a circuit on a thin flexible substrate with conductive traces. It may have surface mount devices (SMD) like LEDs and resistors, and it typically has a termination point or connector for integration with other components. Think of a flex circuit as a printed circuit board (PCB) that can bend. However, in reality, there are significant differences in terms of design, manufacturing methods, and functionality, so it’s important to use the right substrate for the application. Read more “What Are Flexible Printed Circuits?”
Outsourcing Production: What You Need To Know
Whether your facilities are at maximum capacity and you need to grow or you have a brilliant idea but no manufacturing, at some point people consider outsourcing their production. While you tackle the sales and marketing, a contract manufacturer (AKA “private label manufacturer”) can produce, assemble and ship your product.
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RSP’s Manufacturing Response to Covid-19
How RSP’s China Location Allowed for Quick Responses for Protocols & Supply Chain Adjustments
Wearable Electronics – Finding the Right Manufacturer
Today, there is a lot of hype surrounding the explosive wearables market. The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas dedicates an entire floor to the movement. The market is predicted to reach $48B by 2024 (statista.com)!
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Clean Rooms: Crucial for Quality Production Printing
What Is a ‘Clean Room’?
Clean rooms are often used in screen printing and digital printing facilities to prevent contamination and dust particles from getting into inks, adhesives, and assemblies. Read more “Clean Rooms: Crucial for Quality Production Printing”
What is Reverse Engineering?
There are two general modes of engineering: forward and reverse. Forward engineering is the typical process whereby a product moves from an abstract idea to a physical object. This can involve many processes depending on the final product, including drawing approvals, material selection, and choosing a cost-effective production method. Ideally, documentation is organized and protected at every step of the way.
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How RSP Helped ShredLights Improve the Skateboard Light
Outdoor Product Manufacturing Case Study
Getting Started: Improved Quality and Add Capacity
RSP connected with ShredLife, Inc, in November 2018 to manufacture the company’s primary product, ShredLights. Designed for the skateboarding community, the lights are super bright and very durable. Their prior contract manufacturer was struggling with quality control and capacity issues. Read more “How RSP Helped ShredLights Improve the Skateboard Light”