In food service, every second counts. Whether it's a commercial kitchen, a food equipment factory, or a supply chain operation, you're juggling speed, reliability, and cost at every turn.
That's why more companies are turning to custom assemblies. Their reason is not just to keep up but to get ahead.
At Component Hardware Group (CHG), we've been helping the food service industry solve everyday problems with more innovative, tailored solutions. We're talking about parts and complete assemblies. Equipment built to your specs, ready to drop into production, and designed to save time, money, and headaches.
Here's a look at how it's working—and why it matters more than ever.
What Are “Custom Assemblies” in Food Service?
Think of it like this: instead of buying ten separate components from five different vendors, doing your own assembly, and hoping nothing gets delayed or goes out of spec, you get a pre-assembled unit built for your exact application, tested, and ready to go.
For food service manufacturers, that could mean anything from a valve housing to a full refrigeration component, all sourced, built, and delivered by CHG. There is no extra handling, no supplier drama, just plug-and-play simplicity.
Why The Shift Is Happening
The last few years have exposed just how fragile supply chains can be. Lead times balloon, costs spike, and quality becomes inconsistent. In food service, where margins are tight, and downtime is brutal, those problems add up fast.
Custom assemblies give you more control. By working with one partner (like us), you simplify the whole process—from design to delivery. That means fewer late orders, fewer quality issues, and fewer surprises when trying to hit deadlines.
The Real Payoff: Cost, Speed, Durability
Let's get real: no one's asking for “custom” just for fun. You want solutions that move the needle. Here's how CHG delivers:
✅ Lower Production Costs
One CHG client cut their production costs by over 20% after switching from multiple suppliers to a single custom assembly solution. The reason? Less overhead, assembly labor, and better purchasing leverage.
✅ Faster Lead Times
Another client was stuck in a 12-week parts loop. We helped consolidate their components and trimmed that down to 9 weeks flat. That kind of speed matters when you're trying to beat your competitors to market.
✅ Built to Last
Foodservice gear takes a beating. We design assemblies to survive heat, moisture, wear, and time. This results in longer product life, fewer repairs, and fewer angry service calls.
One Partner, Fewer Headaches
When sourcing a dozen parts from a half-dozen places, you're managing logistics and risk.
With CHG, you get a single point of contact. We handle design tweaks, quality checks, inventory planning, and delivery. You don’t have to chase down tracking numbers or resolve a mystery defect with someone overseas.
And if something needs to change? You pick up the phone and talk to someone who knows your product inside and out. Easy.
This Isn't Just a Kitchen Thing
Sure, we're rooted in food service, but the same thinking applies to any production line where quality and speed matter. We're already building custom solutions for clients in healthcare, HVAC, and other industries that face similar operational pressures.
So, if your world involves moving metal, plastic, wires, sensors, or all of the above, this also applies to you.
Real Talk: Is Custom Worth It?
Custom sounds fancy—and maybe expensive. But here's the deal: when done right, it can save you money and time.
That's because we're not building from scratch every time. We bring decades of engineering knowledge, a vetted global supply chain, and a smart inventory strategy that means you only pay for parts when needed. There are no bloated stockrooms and no cash tied up in sitting inventory.
In short, you get exactly what you need when you need it at a better price than doing it all yourself.
TL;DR — Why This Matters
Custom assemblies aren't just a nice-to-have. They're a way to:
🎯 Simplify your production process
🎯 Cut your costs (often by double-digit percentages)
🎯 Get to market faster.
🎯 Improve product quality and consistency.
🎯 Reduce your stress (seriously)
Want to See What's Possible?
If you're tired of managing parts chaos, missed deadlines, and rising costs, it’s time to see what a well-built custom assembly can do.
Let's have a quick conversation. There's no pressure. We'll just discuss where you’re at and how we might help simplify things.
