June 20, 2023
Contract tolling, also known as toll manufacturing, offers businesses numerous benefits, including increased production capacity, reduced capital investment, improved product quality, and greater flexibility. By outsourcing manufacturing to a contract toller, businesses can focus on their core competencies, reduce production costs, and save on capital expenses associated with building and maintaining production facilities. Additionally, contract tollers often have specialized expertise and technology, enabling them to produce high-quality products with greater efficiency and accuracy, thus enhancing the overall quality of the final product.
However, all these benefits can only be realized when you find the right collaborator. With so many tolling companies available, it can be challenging to identify the right partner. Here are some tips on what to look for in a contract tolling partner:
Expertise
When choosing a contract tolling partner, it’s important to consider their expertise in the specific area you require. You should assess their capabilities and experience in the industry or field relevant to your product. A company that has a strong track record in the specific area of your need will likely provide you with better quality results, and ultimately a more successful partnership.
EnviroStar has a curated team of professionals with real industry experience in engineering, chemistry, management and continuous improvement across a variety of industries including traditional food and beverage and pharmaceuticals to developing industries like nutraceuticals and cannabis.
Capacity
The capacity of a toller is a crucial factor to consider when selecting a partner. Capacity can affect the timeliness of product delivery and can significantly impact production efficiency. You should evaluate a toller’s capacity in terms of the volume of raw material it can process at a given time, as well as its capability in managing the entire production process from start to finish. Choose a toller that has a well-established and robust production process, including logistics and scheduling, to guarantee high-quality production in a timely and efficient manner.
EnviroStar is capable of processing customer orders ranging from as little as 15 grams to as much as 10 tons per month, offering assistance from proof of concept to mass volume, and covering all the intermediate steps in between.
Quality Assurance
Quality assurance is essential when selecting a toller. Ensure that the toller has quality assurance protocols in place that comply with international standards, such as GMP. This helps to ensure that the products produced meet your quality standards and regulations. It’s important to inquire about their quality control practices, testing, and certifications to ensure their capability in delivering high-quality products.
EnviroStar holds a license from the MN Department of Agriculture for wholesale food products, in compliance with 21 CFR Part 117. Additionally, we are registered with and inspected by the FDA.
Flexibility
Finally, it’s essential to look for a toller that is flexible and adaptable to your specific needs. Find out if they can adjust to changes in your production schedule, process, or volume. A flexible toller can help you respond to market changes, and allow you to change your production schedule as required without affecting your production efficiency.
EnviroStar provides flexible scheduling options, allowing us to offer short lead times. Our sample processing is particularly flexible, with a typical turnaround time of less than three days.
With a proven track record of expertise and experience across various industries, a robust production process, high-quality standards, and flexible scheduling options EnviroStar is committed to delivering exceptional tolling services that meet the unique needs of our customers.
If you’re looking for a contract tolling partner that can help you improve your production capacity, reduce your capital investment, and enhance your product quality, contact EnviroStar today. Our team is ready to help you navigate the contract tolling process and find the best solution for your business.