Since 2002, The Ducharme Co. has been a trusted partner for Midwest manufacturing professionals.
We take the headaches out of supplier management.
Engineering Support
Application development can be a stressful process, especially when you have to chase potential suppliers for samples, quotes or prototypes. The Ducharme Co. ensures you receive inside engineering support throughout the entire product lifecycle. We provide consistent communication for what you need, when you need it, helping you focus on what matters most — making a commercially successful product.
Product Redesign
If you’ve experienced a product failure or need to make an assembly simplification, we can help. Our network of agile and innovative suppliers won’t shy away from challenging user needs or technology requirements, making it easy to handover with confidence. With The Ducharme Co., we ensure your critical component will always be right.
Changing Suppliers
We help purchasers, buyers and commodity managers improve their supply chain, and in certain cases, even reduce supplier bases. Whether you’ve outgrown a current vendor or need to make value improvements, The Ducharme Co. can connect you with the best suppliers for your manufacturing needs.
Inventory Management
We understand how important lean production systems are for your business. Whether you require just-in-time (JIT) delivery, maintenance of low inventories or small-batch production, we ensure you’re supported with the storage infrastructure and technical cooperation you need from your suppliers.
Offshore Sourcing
Cost-savings from offshore suppliers can sometimes come with significant headaches. The Ducharme Co. helps you navigate these challenges, including tariff guidance, quality control, communication delays and more. Offload the burden of overnight calls with China and lay your worries about unforeseen production issues to rest.
Agency Testing and Certification
For specialized industries such as medical device manufacturing or heating and ventilation, we can arrange third-party testing with experienced, accredited labs to meet regulatory compliance requirements. Our extensive experience and network helps us support even the most complex regulatory standards and testing needs.
In 2022, we’re proud to be celebrating 20 years of service!
To learn more about our products, including the custom batteries, sheet metal, cables, electronic components, PCBs and printed electronics we offer, visit our Solutions page.
Michael Ducharme
Recognizing the frustrations that many purchasers, commodity managers and engineers experience when identifying and hiring manufacturing suppliers, Michael founded The Ducharme Co. to — quite simply — make doing business easier for his clients.
With a focus on integrity, exceptional customer service and providing high quality solutions, Michael is always working to ensure his customers are in the best position possible to achieve long-term sustainability and success.
Both clients and suppliers alike consistently count on Michael to help them with their toughest challenges. His detailed, supportive and responsive approach is why, for 20 years, The Ducharme Co. has been one of the most trusted names in the Midwest manufacturing industry.
FAQs
What is a manufacturer’s representative?
As a manufacturer’s representative, The Ducharme Co. represents a network of industry-leading suppliers that provide different capabilities, products and services in the engineering and manufacturing industry. This enables us to provide comprehensive support across your entire product lifecycle. We operate as a trusted advocate, allowing purchasers, commodity managers and engineers to offload the headaches typically involved in the vendor management process.
What does it cost to work with The Ducharme Co.?
Nothing! Much like a real estate agent who represents home buyers, there are no fees when you choose to work with The Ducharme Co. as your advocate. In addition to helping you negotiate the initial contract, we help manage the supplier relationship on an ongoing basis, ensuring you always have the support and technical assistance you need.
What manufacturing products and services do you offer?
For detailed information about our portfolio of products and services, please visit our Solutions page. Our primary specialties include custom batteries and charging assemblies, sheet metal fabrication, cables & assemblies, PCBs, flexible printed electronics, contract manufacturing and electronic components.
Do you only provide services in the Midwest?
We serve clients from anywhere in the world, so no matter where you’re located, we can help! While the network of manufacturers we represent are located in the Midwest, they all have global capabilities.
