What Is Ambergris?
Image source: CNN.com Ambergris is a naturally occurring, waxy substance formed in the digestive system of sperm whales. It develops as a protective response to indigestible materials and is eventually expelled by the whale. Once released into the ocean, ambergris hardens over time and may float for years before washing ashore. Because ambergris is produced […]
read moreNew Tanks At Blended Waxes
Over the last few months, Blended Waxes installed several new tanks in the emulsions area of our plant. In 2014, we installed four tanks for wax storage and emulsion blending. Recently, we’ve started a new project that requires more tank space. We installed six additional tanks in our emulsion area and repurposed three more tanks […]
read moreCase Study: Toll Manufacturing
Toll manufacturing is an arrangement in which a company processes raw materials or semifinished goods for another company. Companies come to Blended Waxes because we have the specialized equipment to turn raw materials into what they need. Learn how we helped a reputable company: Who: An innovative company with more than four decades of experience […]
read moreUpdate On Our Tanks
You may be wondering, “What ever happened to those tanks that Blended Waxes installed back in 2014?” Well, we have an update for you! Our new tanks were successfully installed and are working great. 1. The tanks are only a year old, so they are in pristine condition. Aside from being aesthetically pleasing, they are […]
read moreCase Study: Custom Blend Solution Success
Read this case study article to learn more about another one of our custom wax blending successes. Who: The company that we worked with on this project is a current customer of Blended Waxes. This customer is one of the many craft breweries that purchases our bottle sealing wax for their product. What: This company, […]
read moreCase Study: Success!
Read this case study to learn more about a recent success at Blended Waxes. Who: For this project we were working with a full service investment casting company. This company is known as one of the best metal casting companies in the industry. What: This company uses wax to create, or “cast”, various parts for […]
read moreToll Manufacturing Questions & Answers
Toll manufacturing, or contract manufacturing, can be a great solution for many different industries. Below are some commonly asked questions about toll manufacturing along with the answers to those questions. What is toll manufacturing? Toll manufacturing is a service provided by a company with specialized equipment that will process, package, store and ship your product. […]
read more4 Ways the Trucking Industry Affects Business
The trucking industry plays a large role in getting products from point A to point B. We rely on trucks to get our products to the destination in a timely manner. However, there are things that affect the trucking industry and in turn our business. Below are four ways the trucking industry affects business. 1. […]
read moreCase Study: Custom Solutions for Toll Manufacturing of Wax
Who: A large, international commercial printer approached Blended Waxes with their issue. What: This printer needed small quantities of a highly specific wax blend formed into small bricks. This printer was also experiencing a period of high demand, so they needed larger quantities of this blend, but still at a low cost. Problem: To fulfill […]
read moreGuide to Toll Manufacturing
Have you ever wondered what toll manufacturing is? The information in this article will give you a deeper understanding of toll manufacturing and why you should use it. What is Toll Manufacturing? First, it is important to understand the basic idea of toll manufacturing. Toll manufacturing is a service that is provided by a company […]
read more