Unexpected Tariff cost of lean Manufacturing

Manufacturing Insiders by Nate Wheeler

Episode notes

Chris Wingate is the Vice President of Maxivolt, an American manufacturer of surge protectors for industrial applications. His company takes a contrarian approach to manufacturing by maintaining a full year of inventory instead of following lean principles.

This strategy helps them navigate supply chain disruptions while protecting their customers' expensive equipment from costly electrical failures. Chris shares how they built strong customer relationships through superior service and implemented systems that improved both profitability and employee retention.

Want to join the supply chain? Learn more about the partnerships that Cris and Maxivolt are looking to forge at the end of the video!

Nate Wheeler is the owner of weCreate, a nationally recognized marketing agency that helps manufacture ... 

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