In this episode of Inspiring Innovation, Sean Frost talks with Carla DeShaw, a leading figure in product development and innovation. They delve into product development strategies for product engineers and technology advancements in manufacturing. Carla shares insights regarding various manufacturing processes including RF sealing, Impulse sealing, ultrasonic sealing, and thermoforming, along with the importance of material selection. They also discuss the importance of quality control and how they maintain it through various phases of production. Furthermore, Carla expresses her excitement for the potential of ultrasonic sewing machines, which promise greater efficiency and speed in the future.

00:29 Introduction and Welcome

00:31 Introducing the Guest: Carla DeShaw

01:43 Carla DeShaw's Expertise and Role at Polo Custom Products

02:22 Deep Dive into Radio Frequency Sealing

04:01 Impact of RF Sealing in Real-Life Scenarios

06:36 Materials Suitable for RF Sealing

07:40 Exploring Impulse Sealing and Hot Air Welders

11:02 Understanding Ultrasonic Sealing

12:32 The Art of Sewing Lightweight Materials

22:16 The Role of Thermoforming in Product Development

27:56 Adding Logos to Products

30:28 The Precision of Laser Cutting

31:44 Quality Control in Manufacturing

37:48 Staying Updated with Latest Technologies in Manufacturing

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A Triple Play for Industrial OEMs - Polo Custom Products

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Polo Custom Product designs, engineers, and manufactures custom products for OEMs in the medical, fire & safety, and defense industries. Polo Custom Products has experts on staff to globally source and procure your specialty formulation materials. Our experts in quality assurance test and ensure all custom products meet standards and your requirements.

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