A Wikifactory Case Study
Empowering entrepreneurs:
Custom Part Production for Kitchen Hardware Innovations
A Wikifactory Case Study
Empowering entrepreneurs: Custom Part Production for Kitchen Hardware Innovations
About the Company
About the Company
L’Oeuforie Sàrl is a Swiss food company promoting eco-responsible food using fresh and local ingredients. To further optimize food preparation and offer a different food truck concept, the company developed its own kitchen equipment, including custom pans with unique oval shapes that align with its brand universe.
L’Oeuforie Sàrl is a Swiss food company promoting eco-responsible food using fresh and local ingredients. To further optimize food preparation and offer a different food truck concept, the company developed its own kitchen equipment, including custom pans with unique oval shapes that align with its brand universe.
Product Development:
Custom-made Pans for Unique Culinary Creations
As a result, custom manufacturing became the only viable solution.
Through collaboration with Wikifactory, L’Oeuforie Sàrl successfully developed custom pans tailored to their desired oval shape.
These custom pans not only bolster their market competitiveness but also offer a memorable dining experience.
L’Oeuforie Sàrl faced the challenge of finding pans with a distinctive oval shape aligned with their brand universe, and there were no suitable options available in the market that fulfilled their specific needs.
As a result, custom manufacturing became the only viable solution.
The oval shape of their signature burgers “Burgoeufs” was pivotal in shaping their brand identity, setting them apart from their competitors.
Through collaboration with Wikifactory, L’Oeuforie Sàrl successfully developed custom pans tailored to their desired oval shape.
These pans were meticulously designed to meet exact measurements and specifications, enabling L’Oeuforie Sàrl to maintain consistency in the shape and presentation of their burgers.
These custom pans not only bolster their market competitiveness but also offer a memorable dining experience.
The Challenge
To optimize production, assembly, and usage, L’Oeuforie Sàrl faced difficulty in finding suitable custom parts for their food truck business. They needed customized solutions that other instant quoting or automated platforms couldn’t provide.
Design Optimizations
To optimize production, assembly, and usage, L’Oeuforie Sàrl required design adjustments in their drawings to align with their specific needs.
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Unfulfilled Custom Needs
L’Oeuforie Sàrl’s unique requirements exceeded the capabilities of instant quoting or automated support. They needed expert human support to bring their vision to life.
Lack of Market Availability
The food company needed help finding suppliers capable of producing the custom parts required for their specific shapes and sizes.
Identifying Suitable Materials
L’Oeuforie Sàrl needed food contact materials (FCMs) that met stringent quality standards and complied with regulations.
Finding Reliable Manufacturing and Packaging Suppliers
They aimed to identify suppliers that would ensure high-quality, and cost-effective solutions.
The Outcome
Cost Savings Without Compromising Lead Times
By leveraging Wikifactory’s on-demand manufacturing services, L’Oeuforie Sàrl achieved substantial cost savings of approximately 25% to 30% compared to competitors while receiving their orders promptly
Improved Efficiency in Food Preparation Processes
The food company needed help finding suppliers capable of producing the custom parts required for their specific shapes and sizes. Using custom pans and optimized designs streamlined L’Oeuforie Sàrl’s food preparation processes, leading to enhanced workflow efficiency.
Enhanced Product Quality and Consistency
The selection of food-grade stainless steel ensured theexceptional quality and longevity of the custom pans. Theconsistent material choice facilitated reliable food production,maintaining high and consistent quality standards.
Real-time Communication
Collaboration and communication between L’OeuforieSàrl and Wikifactory ensured efficient progress through regular updates, feedback, and revisions. Assigning a dedicated Online Manufacturing Engineer ensured personalized support, expert guidance, and seamless communication.
“Wikifactory’s global network, expert support, and real-time communication have been invaluable in our journey to innovate food preparation. From custom pans to food packaging, Wikifactory exceeded our expectations, improving efficiency, quality, and market competitiveness. Their personalized approach and commitment to meeting our specific needs make them an outstanding partner.”
Karim Lahouegue, L’Oeuforie Sàrl
“Wikifactory’s global network, expert support, and real-time communication have been invaluable in our journey to innovate food preparation. From custom pans to food packaging, Wikifactory exceeded our expectations, improving efficiency, quality, and market competitiveness. Their personalized approach and commitment to meeting our specific needs make them an outstanding partner.”
Karim Lahouegue, L’Oeuforie Sàrl
Wikifactory’s Support in Achieving These Outcomes
A Global Manufacturing Network
Wikifactory provided expert engineering support throughout the process, ensuring timely delivery and addressing L’Oeuforie Sàrl’s customized, time-sensitive requirements.
Design for Manufacturing Feedback
Collaborating on re-designing the pans in response to L’Oeuforie Sàrl’s request, Wikifactory successfully executed the new design, leading to a timely and successful order.
24/7 Customer Success Support
Wikifactory offered advice to improve production, including design, assembly, and material selection,resulting in optimized processes.
Real-time Communication
Assigning a dedicated Online Manufacturing Engineer ensured personalized support, expert guidance, and seamless communication.