The Situation
Based out of Bellingham, Washington, Coastline Equipment is a manufacturer of various food processing equipment. Often incorporating materials such as UHMW and cast nylon from Redwood, Coastline Equipment focuses primarily on processing fish and other various forms of seafood. Despite their seafood processing focus, Coastline Equipment also manufactures bread ovens used in the production of Panko. With the assistance of Redwood, Coastline Equipment has produced seven electric bread ovens.
Redwood’s Cast Nylon Solution
One of the most crucial components of Coastline Equipment’s Panko conveyor assemblies are Redwood’s cast nylon parts. As Panko is processed using electricity, Redwood’s cast nylon parts serve the necessary role of insulator for Coastline’s bread ovens. Each of Coastline Equipment’s seven bread ovens require hundreds of nylon parts approximately 17” x 6” x 1” in size. These parts fit into a nylon base, separated by thin stainless-steel plates to form the conveyor segments.
Redwood has been a vital partner for Coastline Equipment not only by supplying parts for new ovens but by also acting as a supplier of replacement parts for Coastline Equipment’s older bread ovens. As these bread ovens typically last 10 years before needing to be fixed or replaced, Redwood has provided a crucial role in supplying replacement parts.
The production of Coastline Equipment’s nylon parts is a streamlined process between our supplier and the Langley shop that reduces waste and costs. Once the parts have been assembled, Redwood’s delivery team delivers directly to Coastline Equipment over a 4-6 week period. To align with Langley’s production schedule and reduce transit time, Redwood’s delivery team delivers on a weekly basis. This strategy is mutually beneficial for both Redwood and Coastline Equipment as it expedites assembly while reducing Coastline Equipment’s freight costs in relation to other potential vendors.
Why Redwood?
Redwood’s streamlined manufacturing process and commitment to customer satisfaction has cemented our partnership with Coastline Equipment over the past decade. Redwood’s team of experts are always available to help you find the best solution to suit your needs. For more information about Redwood’s vast manufacturing capabilities, contact us.