--- title: McHone Industries Blog | American Manufacturing (2) description: American Manufacturing | (2) --- [![mchone industries](https://www.mchoneind.com/hs-fs/hubfs/mchonecolors.png?width=300&name=mchonecolors.png "mchone industries")](https://www.mchoneind.com/) - [Blog](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/) - [Downloadable Resources](https://blog.mchoneind.com/free-manufacturing-resources) - [Portfolio](https://www.mchoneind.com/portfolio/) - [Careers](https://www.mchoneind.com/careers/) - [Contact Us](https://www.mchoneind.com/contact-us/) - [Services](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/) - [Tube Production](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/tube-production/) - [Tube Bending & Tube Fabrication](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/tube-bending-fabrication/) - [Metal Weldments & Assemblies](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/weldments-and-assemblies/) - [Roll Forming](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/roll-forming/) - [Sheet Metal Fabrication](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/sheet-metal-fabrication/) - [Laser Cutting](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/laser-cutting-sheet-metal/) - [Robotic Welding](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/robotic-welding/) - [Bead Blasting](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/bead-blasting/) - [Powder Coating](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/powder-coating-services/) - [Ring Rolling](https://www.mchoneind.com/services/metal-rolling-service/) - [About](https://www.mchoneind.com/about/) [![Share on Facebook](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/facebook-24x24.png)](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dfacebook) [![Share on LinkedIn](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/linkedin-24x24.png)](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dlinkedin) [![Share on Twitter](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/twitter-24x24.png)](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dtwitter&source=tweetbutton&text=McHone%20Industries%20Blog%20%7C%20American%20Manufacturing%20%282%29) [![Share on Pinterest](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/pinterest-24x24.png)](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Dpinterest&media=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn2.hubspot.net%2Fhubfs%2F1629394%2FImported_Blog_Media%2Fpexels-photo-13-1024x672.jpg) [![Share on Email](https://static.hubspot.com/final/img/common/icons/social/email-24x24.png)](mailto:?subject=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail%20&body=Check%20out%20https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mchoneind.com%2Fblog%2Ftopic%2Famerican-manufacturing%3Futm_medium%3Dsocial%26utm_source%3Demail) # McHone Industries Blog ## [6 Reasons to Consider Reshoring Your Manufacturing in 2021](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/benefits-reshoring-manufacturing-2020) - June 17, 2020 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/benefits-reshoring-manufacturing-2020#comments-listing) [![reshoring american made goods](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-28041-1024x468.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/benefits-reshoring-manufacturing-2020) Reshoring is starting to look a lot better these days.  [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/benefits-reshoring-manufacturing-2020) ## [5 Ways to Control the Cost of Tube Bending Services](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cost-of-tube-bending-services) - October 10, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cost-of-tube-bending-services#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_0350-1024x681.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cost-of-tube-bending-services) It's probably safe to assume that cost is one of the (if not THE) main factor that affects your choice of tube bending service provider. And it's also probably safe to assume that at times the cost... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cost-of-tube-bending-services) ## [13 Ways You Can Reduce Metal Stamping Costs](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/13-ways-can-reduce-metal-stamping-costs) - September 24, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/13-ways-can-reduce-metal-stamping-costs#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/DSC_0292-2-1024x418.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/13-ways-can-reduce-metal-stamping-costs) Metal stamping can be quite pricey, especially for prototype products that require low-volume, short production runs. If you're in the middle of metal stamping cost estimating, here are a few ways... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/13-ways-can-reduce-metal-stamping-costs) ## [Snow Shovel Handle Design Guide for Durability & Convenience](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/snow-shovel-handle-design-guide-for-durability-convenience) - July 08, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/snow-shovel-handle-design-guide-for-durability-convenience#comments-listing) [![snow-2223187_1280](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/snow-2223187_1280.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/snow-shovel-handle-design-guide-for-durability-convenience) If you're in the business of snow shovel manufacturing, specifically the handle components, there's one thing that you need to ensure whether you're [outsourcing to another manufacturer](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/outsourcing-appliance-handle-manufacturers) or performing... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/snow-shovel-handle-design-guide-for-durability-convenience) ## [5 Tips for Outsourcing to Appliance Handle Manufacturers](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/outsourcing-appliance-handle-manufacturers) - April 17, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/outsourcing-appliance-handle-manufacturers#comments-listing) [![appliance handle manufacturers](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/appliance%20handle%20manufacturers.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/outsourcing-appliance-handle-manufacturers) OEM appliance makers have a load of concerns on their minds when producing a design. They need to create an appliance that looks great, works efficiently, is the right size, and doesn’t cost too much... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/outsourcing-appliance-handle-manufacturers) ## [Guide to Residential Chain Link Fence Design](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/residential-chain-link-fence-design) - March 18, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/residential-chain-link-fence-design#comments-listing) [![Residential Chain Link Fence design](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/snow-2454_640.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/residential-chain-link-fence-design) A residential chain link fence has many utilitarian purposes. It keeps pets and wandering toddlers in, keeps unwanted critters and creeps out, and delineates properties. [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/residential-chain-link-fence-design) ## [7 Questions for Choosing the Right Metal Manufacturer](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-metal-manufacturer) - February 14, 2019 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-metal-manufacturer#comments-listing) [![DSC_0172.jpg](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/DSC_0172.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-metal-manufacturer) Choosing the right metal manufacturer is more difficult than it seems. Every supplier is unique, has a different supply chain, different values, and different specialties. Some will be great for your... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/choosing-metal-manufacturer) ## [Is Steel Still Cheaper Than Aluminum?](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/is-steel-cheaper-than-aluminum) - December 05, 2018 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/is-steel-cheaper-than-aluminum#comments-listing) [![is steel cheaper than aluminum](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/is%20steel%20cheaper%20than%20aluminum.jpg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/is-steel-cheaper-than-aluminum) Metals like steel and aluminum, while crucial to many applications, have a glaring issue. They’re particularly **susceptible to market fluctuations**, prone to potential scarcity and sociopolitical... [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/is-steel-cheaper-than-aluminum) ## [One of Today’s Most Unpredictable Cons of Offshoring Your Manufacturing](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing-rising-prices-china) - September 19, 2017 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing-rising-prices-china#comments-listing) [![cons of offshoring steel cost.jpeg](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/cons%20of%20offshoring%20steel%20cost.jpeg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing-rising-prices-china) China may not be the land of the rising sun, but it is the land of the rising steel prices. In today’s economic landscape, the price of steel is one of the biggest **cons of offshoring your metal...** [Continue reading](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing-rising-prices-china) ## [Beware One of the Sneakiest Cons of Offshoring Your Manufacturing](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/sneakiest-cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing) - September 12, 2017 - McHone Industries, Inc. - [Comments Off](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/sneakiest-cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing#comments-listing) [![](https://www.mchoneind.com/hubfs/cons%20of%20offshoring%20shipping.jpeg)](https://www.mchoneind.com/blog/sneakiest-cons-of-offshoring-manufacturing) The pros of outsourcing manufacturing overseas are well documented. Labor is cheap, regulations are looser -- you’ve probably heard them all. The **cons of offshoring**? Not so obvious. 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