Localizing Production of Vacuum-Formed Trays for Transporting OA Equipment Parts in Vietnam | Integrated Support from Blueprint Creation to Mass Production and Inventory Management

The “localization of transport trays” is a common challenge when shifting OA equipment parts production overseas. Leveraging our Vietnam facility as a hub, we have established an integrated system covering blueprint creation, prototyping, mass production, and local inventory management. While maintaining Japanese-standard design quality, we achieve both reduced transportation costs and shortened lead times.

Supply Bottlenecks for “Japanese-Specification Trays” Arising from Overseas Transfer

We wanted to locally procure vacuum-formed trays in Vietnam for transporting, assembling, and packaging OA equipment parts. Since specific shapes were required, we needed a partner to support us right from the drawing and prototyping stages.
It was critical to launch trays that satisfied three criteria—cost, local production, and inventory management—in the shortest time possible.
● When this challenge arises: Overseas expansion and local procurement phases. Launching in tandem with production transfer.
● Main impact: Imported trays are bulky, resulting in high transportation costs, making localization a key management issue.

Why Localization Is Difficult: Drawing Interpretation and Overseas Supply Chain Factors

Due to overseas transfer, the localization of tray specifications—which had previously been fully handled within Japan—remained unaddressed. This was further compounded by overseas supply chain factors.
● Specific Basis: Local interviews and cost estimations.

Countermeasures Attempted To Date and Their Limitations

Direct ordering to local tray manufacturers (misalignment in drawing interpretation/insufficient shape reproduction) and continuing to use Japanese products (soaring logistics costs).
Based on these limitations, we adopted the following approach as a more fundamental solution.

Solution Approach: Drawing Creation × Local Prototyping × Local Mass Production & Inventory

In coordination with our overseas facilities, we have established a one-stop system covering the entire flow from drawing creation to prototyping, mass production, and local inventory management.

Fuji Chemi Trading’s Supply System: Vietnam Facility × Partner Manufacturers

This solution is achieved through a division of roles across multiple locations.
・Vietnam Branch: Drawing & prototyping management, collaboration with local suppliers
・Partner Manufacturers: Vacuum forming and mold creation
●Supply System: Local mold storage, mass production, and inventory.

Results Achieved Through Implementation

Improved lead times and supply stability, ensuring smooth overseas expansion. Seamless production transfer from Japan to Vietnam.
● KPI Candidates: Transportation cost reduction / Lead time reduction / Inventory days reduction.
● Implementation Lead Time: Phased launch from drawing creation to mass production.

Anticipated Ripple Effects and Horizontal Expansion

The benefits of implementing this solution extend beyond solving the primary challenge. It can also be utilized as material for internal proposals and executive-level presentations.
・Expansion from parts transportation to “assembly packaging” and “finished product shipping packaging”
・Horizontal expansion to general packaging materials (cushioning materials, corrugated cardboard, bags)
・Commercialization of “Japanese design + local production” to gain a competitive edge over local competitors
・Establishment as a reference case for overseas transfer projects of other electrical and precision equipment manufacturers

Differences from Competitors: Why Fuji Chemi Trading is Chosen

Local molding factories often struggle with drawing creation, making it difficult to meet the quality standards of Japanese headquarters. Fuji Chemi functions as a bridge by providing “Japanese-standard drawing creation + local molding.”

Product Information & Specifications Overview

The main specifications of products with a proven track record of adoption can be selected from multiple grades depending on the application and requirements. Typical specifications are as follows (please contact us for detailed specifications).

Utilization Methods & Operational Examples

In actual operations, the following patterns are most frequently adopted:
・Evaluation Phase: Requirement interviews → Sample evaluation → Specification confirmation
・Pre-Mass Production Preparation: Cross-facility division of roles, specification standardization, and local launch
・Mass Production Phase: Ensuring short lead times and stable supply through our supply system
・Horizontal Expansion: Supporting horizontal expansion to other facilities and other projects

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