Providing Designers:

More viable options

Providing Engineers:

Functionality and manufacturability

Providing Purchasing:

Competitiveness and predictable costing

Providing Quality Teams:

Vetted suppliers and repeatable reliability

Providing Management:

Peace of mind and reduced sourcing risk

Our Process

A Complete Approach to Custom Product Development

To provide a complete solution for OEM’s that are looking for custom products Fontana Partners starts with consultation in which we include everyone with an interest in the project.

This way we know we are on the right track for design, method for manufacturing, materials, process and, above all, the business case. By engaging with everyone – through our manufacturers to your team – we build a collaborative relationship focused on product and commercial success.

By connecting your team with our manufacturing partners at the outset, we remove blind spots, reduce back-and-forth, and create solutions that support both product performance and commercial success.

manufacturing companies capabilities

With our extensive network of manufacturing partners, you can rely on us to deliver the right solution.

We have assembled an impressive range of manufacturing companies that provide specific, unique and high-quality services. Having access to a full range of manufacturing processes ensures the needs of the product are met with the right solutions. The manufacturers we represent have the following capabilities:

A technician inspects tolerances in a QA lab

Precision and quality control at every step of manufacturing.

Plastic

Blow Molding
Die Cutting
Extrusion
Fiberglass
RTM – Light RTM
Injection Molding
Two Component Molding
Insert Molding
Thermoset
Filters/Mesh

Machining
Rotational Molding
Rubber Molding
SMC
Structural Foam
Thermoforming
Vacuum
Twin Sheet
Urethane

Metal

Aluminum Extrusion
Casting
Die Casting
Low Pressure Permanent Mold
Sand
Iron
Stamping
Sintered Metal

Magnesium Thixomolding
Fabrication
Chassis and Cab
Machining
Precision Machining
Screw Machining
Coating and Finishing

Packaging

Heavy Duty Corrugated
EcoBoard
Plastic Sleeves and Pallets
Standard and Custom

A different kind of partnershp

The payoff for a productive relationship with an outside sales force can be substantial. Properly handled… outside sales representatives will not just work hard to sell your products but can provide you with important information about the market in general and your competitors in particular. Outside sales reps are often more motivated than the internal sales force. They know more about the market and they are hungry for the business.

— “Making the Case for Outside Sales Reps,” Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

I have worked with Scott for more than 10 years and he is that rare rep who establishes relationships and then really works to find the win-win solutions.

— Jim Heldt | Sr Project Manager Customer Experience – Knowledge and Data

I have worked with many ‘outside rep groups’ over the years. There is nothing ‘outside’ about Fontana Partners. They are as integrated and key to supporting our customers, and growing our business as any of our employees. Scott understands our business and capabilities at great depth, which allows him to uncover our customer’s needs and deliver them great value.

— Sam Rosen | President

I have been engaged with Fontana Partners for nearly 10 years. One can always tout about Product Offerings, Project Management and Successes. However, I focus on ‘Integrity is the resultant of Honesty’… The rest will come Organically… This is a truism of Fontana Partners.

— International Marine Industry Expert

Fontana Partners is a pleasure to work with. They represent their client companies’ interests as well as mine. They are prompt with information and assist with market relevant data. Fontana is not a sales company but a partner for future success. I truly enjoy working with this group.

— Vicki McCrimmon | Strategic Sourcing Manager

When you partner with Fontana Partners, you can expect:

Established Relationships

We have decades of successful sales and well-maintained relationships with key OEM accounts in the Upper Midwest, giving you access to all levels and disciplines within a customer’s organization.

Deep Market Expertise

We bring extensive technical training and market knowledge to every opportunity, providing you with valuable insights into the market and your competitors.

A Strategic Approach

Our focused business case selling approach ensures we develop opportunities that are the right fit for your expertise, leading to high closure rates and long-lasting customer relationships.

Effective Marketing

We use the latest tools and professional media to support our sales efforts, ensuring your products get the attention they deserve.

Transparent Communication

You will receive timely reporting and valuable feedback, keeping you informed every step of the way.

We are committed to being a trusted partner, providing not just sales but a strategic advantage in the marketplace.

Strategic Sourcing for Today’s Manufacturing

Let’s Solve Your Sourcing Challenges

Whether you’re exploring reshoring opportunities, evaluating Total Cost of Ownership, or just looking for smarter ways to source products, our team is ready to help. We connect OEMs with the right manufacturers, processes, and solutions to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.