Manufacturing is always evolving, and having the right partner makes all the difference. Over the past 76 years, Ray Products has helped companies navigate industry shifts with high-quality thermoformed plastic enclosures and custom-formed parts, delivered from our California-based facility. As a regional manufacturer with a national footprint, we understand the unique needs of companies operating on the West Coast and beyond.
After a successful presence at MD&M West in Anaheim, where we connected with leaders in medical manufacturing, we continued the conversation at Design-2-Part Santa Clara. There, we met with manufacturers looking for precision, scalability, and reliable domestic production – qualities that have long defined the Ray Products approach.
The Power of Regional Manufacturing
In today’s fast-changing environment, many manufacturers are reconsidering where and how their parts are made. Production delays, rising costs, and the need for greater control over quality and lead times have led more companies to seek regional partners who can deliver high-quality solutions on time and on budget.
As a California-based manufacturer, Ray Products offers:
- Shorter lead times – Helping customers get parts faster by eliminating long-distance shipping delays.
- More responsive service – Partnering with teams that understand local and national industry demands.
- High-quality production – Delivering strict quality control and repeatability with every part we make. UL listed and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
During Santa Clara, Vice President of Design-2-Part Shows, Chris Davis commented on this industry shift:
“Manufacturers are prioritizing supply chain resilience. Split-shoring, near-shoring and multi-sourcing are becoming common terms I am hearing from many of our customers and attendees. Previously well-established business incentives for low-cost offshore manufacturing are being disrupted by geopolitical turbulence and rising costs, making American manufacturing much more viable and necessary.
U.S. OEMs and product manufacturers are understanding the importance of reliability, quality and the ability to respond quickly to market demands. Combine this with the overall belief that “Made in the USA” is a necessary trend for the long-term health of our country, leads me to believe American manufacturing will be on the rise.”
For manufacturers who need reliability and efficiency, working with a regional thermoforming partner like Ray Products removes uncertainty from the production process while offering greater cost predictability.
Capacity & Technology: Meeting Industry Demands
A common question we’ve heard at recent shows is: “How is Ray Products positioned to meet demand?” The answer has remained simple: by continuously investing in technology, automation, and our skilled workforce.
- Advanced Equipment: Our state-of-the-art thermoforming, pressure forming, and vacuum forming technologies ensure that we can produce complex plastic enclosures with tight tolerances and consistent quality.
- Workforce Training & Expertise: With more than seven decades in business, we know that technology is only as good as the people behind it. That’s why we invest in training and developing our team, ensuring that our workforce has the skills and knowledge to meet evolving industry needs.
- Scalable Production Capabilities: From launch volume to high-volume production, our facility is equipped to scale with your custom molded plastic needs.
Brian Ray, President of Ray Products, emphasized the company’s commitment to technology and workforce training, stating, “We’ve always believed that investing in technology and people is the key to staying ahead in manufacturing. Our advanced thermoforming capabilities combined with a highly trained workforce allow us to deliver precision, efficiency, and scalability, which is exactly what our customers need in today’s market.”
At D2P Santa Clara, these values were on full display as we shared how our investments in capacity, efficiency, and team development are helping manufacturers overcome challenges and streamline production.
Industries We Serve: Expertise Built Over 76 Years
Ray Products provides thermoforming solutions for a wide range of industries. If your industry requires high-quality, durable plastic parts, thermoforming can be the answer.
- Medical: We manufacture precision plastic enclosures for medical devices, ensuring strength, sterility, and compliance with industry standards.
- Transportation: Thermoforming is ideal for mass transit applications, including interior and exterior panels that must withstand heavy use and environmental exposure.
- Alternative Energy & EV: From EV charging stations to solar energy infrastructure, we support companies in emerging energy markets with custom plastic enclosures and formed parts.
- Aerospace and Aviation: Thermoforming and pressure forming is ideal for enhancing the customer experience with material finishes and colors that meet stringent fire, smoke, heat release and toxicity requirements.
- Industrial & Heavy Equipment: Our ability to produce large plastic parts up to 10′ x 18’ makes us a trusted partner for agriculture, construction, and industrial applications.
- Emerging Markets: As manufacturing evolves, new industries turn to thermoforming for lightweight, durable, and cost-effective solutions – and Ray Products is at the forefront of these innovations.
Looking Back at D2P Santa Clara
After returning from the recent Design-2-Part show in Santa Clara, we’re energized by the conversations we had with manufacturers seeking smarter, more reliable production solutions. Events like D2P give us the opportunity to showcase how our California-based facility and our decades of thermoforming expertise can help solve real production challenges.
We’ve proudly been California-based with a big national footprint – serving customers across the country with big parts, big capabilities, and even bigger customer relationships. If you’re ready to bring your next project to life with high-quality thermoforming, let’s start the conversation. Our team is here to support your success with scalable capacity, expert service, and production you can count on.