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Introduce Yourself!Do you have any drawings or pics that you can share? You can DM if they are sensitive. I have some people in mind.
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Which Events Did You Attend?Reindustrialize is coming up.
This will be an incredible gathering of people who are all focused on strengthening America's industrial base.
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Which Events Did You Attend?I spent the past week at Deep Tech Week SF.
There were so many great discussions and almost every presentation and conversation led back to manufacturing and domestic supply chains.
For example, the fusion industry is going to need massive amounts of HTS wire (high temperature superconducting wire) for fusion technology to scale and Metox is working hard and fast to fill the needs by adding massive manufacturing capabilities in North Carolina (they already make a lot of HTS Wire in Houston).
The fusion industry is also in need of large quantities of large capacitors and there are very few US manufacturers of these. These are big industrial capacitors.
Many of these fusion businesses are well funded and expect to ramp up production rapidly as they approach commercialization.Another exciting space that is reaching bottlenecks in domestic supply chains is battery production. I spent time talking to the teams in charge of battery design and production at Tesla and Panasonic. The machines they use are very large and run 24/7 365 days a year and require a large amount of splitter sharpening and Mandrel polishing because of the massive volumes that they run through.
The engineers say that they have a hard time finding these services consistently.Finally, while there is a lot of excitement around humanoid robotics and full lights-out automation on the investor and public side of the conversation, pretty much every engineer and manufacturer I met with says that there is no way manufacturing will be fully automated to lights-out levels. They are all confident that these technologies will help to make some of the processes easier but they also want to see more humans enter the field of manufacturing as quickly as possible.
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Which Events Did You Attend?I'm at Deep Tech week SF this week if anybody is out here, hit me up.
So many wild new businesses doing fusion reactors and electric motors in the US and new foundry technologies. -
Sourcing Management - New FeatureThis is so cool!
Great way to keep track of suppliers as I am browsing! -
Robotics as a Service - Looking to help Bay Area component manufacturers.I sent a couple intros in DM as well.
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Robotics as a Service - Looking to help Bay Area component manufacturers.Sounds like a nice way to dip toes in robotics and automation.
@SFMade, this might be interesting to your members. -
📣 Partnership Opportunity: Seeking U.S. Based Manufacturer for Luxury Textile Collaboration@brittmoore
@UNITED
Anything come to mind for this type of work? -
Introduce Yourself!@Jared what do you think about American made by foreign owned company?
This is always a tricky one for me. Curious what others such as @UNITED and @CyberCityCircuits think about this.
Should NORAMARK include foreign-owned manufacturers of American made products? -
Retailers of US-made Products@Jared very cool, some of these are new to me. Always learning. I appreciate the share.
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Introduce Yourself!Hi @Jared welcome to NORAMARK
Made Here looks awesome!
Does Rudolph Bros have a way of sorting by country of manufacture?
A lot of us are interested in sourcing US only products. -
Twill Fabric 55/45 Cot Poly - Need source@UNITED is well-connected in this space.
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Which Events Did You Attend?I saw @Mark_Coxon and a few others over at Astranis over the weekend.
It was a great and we got to tour the factory where they make GEO sync satellites in a historic building in SF. -
Introduce Yourself!Hi @Bowman welcome to NORAMARK. You must be super busy with everyone moving their inventory out of storage.
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Updates This Week - Networks, Chats, WizardsWow! This is looking really cool. Love the new discussions tab.
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Who is going to Automate in Detroit in May?I will be there! On my way now.
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Introduce Yourself!Hi David @CyberCityCircuits, I love the badges and want to order some in the near future.
How does the badge design work? Is it a collaborative process or is it expected that I would know how to design it? -
Domestic vs overseas sourcing in the Tariff EraAs global trade dynamics shift and new U.S. tariffs reshape the cost structure of imports, businesses are taking a fresh look at where and how they manufacture. While China and other Asian countries have traditionally been viewed as low-cost options, today’s landscape marked by rising tariffs, geopolitical tension, and supply chain disruption reveals that American manufacturing often provides a superior overall value when total cost, risk, and agility are considered.
Labor Costs: More Than Just Hourly Wages
While labor costs in Asia remain lower on paper, the savings are increasingly offset by factors like productivity, training, automation and shipping time. According to 2021 data from Statista, China’s average manufacturing labor cost was $5.51 per hour, still significantly less than the U.S. but American workers consistently deliver higher output per hour due to advanced skills, automation, and more robust infrastructure. With growing demand for precision and speed in production, quality-adjusted labor costs in the U.S. are more competitive than ever.Tariffs and Trade Tensions: The New Cost Frontier
In 2025, the United States implemented a new round of tariffs targeting critical sectors like semiconductors, EV components, and industrial machinery. These measures are designed to bolster domestic industry and reduce dependence on geopolitical rivals and have made importing many goods from China and other low-cost regions substantially more expensive.Even previously minor cost differences are now compounded by duties ranging from 10% to 30% or more, changing the calculus for manufacturers. These tariffs not only increase the landed cost of goods but also create uncertainty, making long-term planning and pricing unpredictable.
Quality, Compliance, and Reliability
Manufacturing in the U.S. reduces quality control headaches. American facilities must adhere to stringent environmental, safety, and labor standards, leading to more reliable and compliant products. Deloitte’s research found that U.S. factories produced 30% fewer defects compared to their Chinese counterparts, a meaningful advantage in industries like medical, defense, aerospace, and electronics.Quality assurance in domestic manufacturing also minimizes the risk of product recalls, regulatory penalties, and lost customer trust costs that often go unaccounted for in overseas sourcing models.
Shipping, Lead Times, and Supply Chain Agility
In a world of volatile freight prices and congested ports, distance matters. Shipping a container from East Asia to the U.S. West Coast still takes 3-6 weeks and can cost $6,000-$10,000 or more per container, depending on capacity and fuel prices. With 2025's tightening tariffs and inspections at U.S. ports, delays are more frequent and expensive.In contrast, domestic or nearshore production (e.g., U.S., Mexico, or Canada) cuts weeks from delivery timelines, lowers freight costs, and ensures a higher degree of control over logistics. This agility is crucial for businesses that need to respond quickly to market shifts, inventory changes, or customer feedback.
Inventory and Cash Flow Optimization
Offshore manufacturing often requires large, infrequent orders to justify long transit times and customs complexity. This ties up working capital in inventory and increases the risk of overstock, obsolescence, or damage during shipping.Nearshoring enables smaller, more frequent orders that match real-time demand. This reduces warehouse costs, improves responsiveness, and frees up cash for growth, hiring, or R&D. In a high-interest-rate environment, optimizing working capital is no longer optional, it's a requirement.
Hidden Costs and Strategic Risk
Beyond tariffs and freight, overseas sourcing introduces risks often ignored in spreadsheet analyses:IP Theft: Asia remains a hotspot for unauthorized replication of designs, products, and processes. U.S. firms lose hundreds of billions annually to intellectual property theft.
Political Risk: Escalating tensions between the U.S. and China including sanctions, export bans, and cyber threats can cripple supply chains overnight.
Complexity: Time zone differences, language barriers, and cultural gaps make problem-solving slower and coordination harder especially in crisis situations.
Case Studies: Companies Moving Closer to Home
Leading U.S. firms are acting decisively. Intel’s $20 billion investment in Arizona is just one example of reshoring for security and speed. Mattel has rerouted production to Mexico, improving lead times and responsiveness. Countless small and mid-sized manufacturers are quietly following suit, positioning themselves closer to customers and critical infrastructure.The Strategic Advantage of Reshoring in 2025
Nearshoring and reshoring are no longer just patriotic choices they’re smart business moves. A Boston Consulting Group study found that companies reshoring to the U.S. saw:**20% lower total supply chain costs
30% higher delivery reliability
Significant improvement in brand trust and customer loyalty
Conclusion: The Tariff-Era Cost Equation**
The 2025 tariff landscape has redrawn the cost map for global production. While Asia may still offer lower headline labor costs, the full picture tells a different story. Tariffs, logistics, compliance, and strategic risk tip the scales in favor of domestic and nearshore production.American manufacturing now offers a unique blend of quality, agility, and economic resilience especially for companies focused on long-term value and customer trust. Businesses that recognize and act on this shift will not only save money they’ll build smarter, stronger supply chains that are built to last.
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Post a video, get it featured@andrew-kornuta @Jerika those videos are great!