Client Background
One of the square glass diffuser bottles vendors in the United States was in need of a good and competent manufacturer who would produce customized square glass bottles that would be used by their customers. This retailer colluded with home fragrance stores and needed a solution that would supply high quality and customizable bottles of the diffuser that would harmonize with the different brands, including the minimalist and more luxurious and artisanal styles.
Upon researching into various manufacturing alternatives, the vendor decided to use Mosteb as a supplier because we have a fine history of being able to manufacture custom glass products, flexibility in production and our adherence to quality. They were also impressed by the fact that we provided a range of customization options and that we were well-known to provide uninterrupted communication and deliver on time.
Challenges
In coming up with square glass diffuser bottle products that resonated with the exact brand ideas of the customers of the vendor, the project had two key challenges:
- A good result with Precise Dimensions and Structural Integrity: The design of the diffuser bottle made it more complicated because it is of the square shape. The client wanted the glass to have the same thickness, and the edges to be sharp in order to highlight the straight edges of the square design. Nevertheless, it was difficult to realize a consistent thickness and at the same time to make the bottle be structure-wise sound, considering that exact dimensions were required. The change in the size by even a small margin may affect the aesthetics and functionality of the bottles, particularly when the client needed them to work in high product lines.
- Custom Branding and Speed Finish Details: The client required various finishes on the bottles like the clear, frosted, and slightly tinted glass. Also, branding through embossed logos and decorative designs were to be done with no sacrifice on the quality of the finish. The other challenge was to achieve the right accuracy of various batches by making sure that logos and patterns were crisp and clear. This demanded a high standard of quality control, particularly the small custom batches that the customers of the client had ordered.
Result
Mosteb used a highly collaborative and detailed approach to the vendor in order to solve these challenges. This is how we managed to present the custom square glass diffuser bottles:
- Collaborative Design Process: We collaborated with the vendor to design the specifications of the designs and chose the similar glass materials that had the potential to support the required thickness, sharp edges, and finish. The need of branding and customization was also discussed at an early stage of the process to eliminate possible setbacks.
- Strict Sample Testing and Adjustments: Once having developed preliminary samples we managed to find and correct minor discrepancies in the glass thickness and finish. With the help of the feedback of the vendor, we made changes to the molds and optimized the production process. Several sample dropouts were generated to make sure that they were matched to the brand vision of the client.
- Continuous Communication and Openness: We were in constant contact during the production process by providing the vendor with updates and photos, and feedback about the progress. This made sure that any problems that occurred could be solved within a very short time and the client felt that his or her needs were being fulfilled.
At the project completion, we provided the bottled water of a high quality as square glass diffuser bottles, which perfectly corresponded with the brand and its specifications. The client was excited by the result and was capable of providing the product to their customers in time.
How We Did It
- Pre-Production (Solution Planning): In the first stage, we had close consultations with the vendor of the square glass diffusers bottles to discuss design ideas, final size, and branding. This made us aware of the aesthetic vision and technical specifications so that we would plan the most appropriate production process.
- Sample Production and Feedback Integration: The next step was to approve the design and come up with a set of prototypes that the vendor would review. We removed extensive feedback of the thickness, edges, and surface finish. On their feedback, we did the necessary changes to the molds and continued working on the design to make it fit smoothly to the branding of the client.
- Cost Optimization and Production: The last sample approval was followed by optimization of the manufacturing process to be cost-effective and yet high-quality standards. We could strike a balance between the costs of production and the quality, not disregarding the budget of the vendor, and we did not put the integrity of the product under a risk.
- Frequent Communication and Delivery on Time: During the production stage, we have made regular progress reports to the vendor, such as photos and quality inspection. This proactive nature guaranteed that the client was never left behind and we could easily solve any issue that arose instantly. Through open communication we were able to deliver the order on time and fulfil the expectations of the vendor.
