DESIGN. DEVELOP. DELIVER.
About Us
We are a versatile product solutions company dedicated to exploring, creating, and providing comprehensive product, design, and engineering services to shape the brands and products of tomorrow.
TOGETHER
Building The Future.
CRATE was established in 2015 to simplify the complexities of global export manufacturing and supply chains. We offer specialized services such as new product introduction, strategic sourcing, small batch production runs, rapid prototyping,project turnaround services, vendor audits, and customized service packages tailored to our clients’ specific needs. Our mission is to provide a secure, experienced, and professional service base that streamlines turnkey solutions.
Our globally distributed, approved supply chains have been meticulously curated by our founders, who bring over 25 years of experience in Mainland China and export manufacturing. This expertise, along with our diverse team and supplier base, enables us to offer substantial advantages in development, production, and supply chain management. We provide specialized product solutions and possess a deep understanding of regional capabilities and practices. This ensures that our clients benefit from a reliable and efficient front-end value chain, allowing them to concentrate on their core business operations.
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Our History
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CRATE’s journey began in 2015 amid the hustle and bustle of the Pearl River Delta’s export manufacturing industry, known for its robust supplier base and production capabilities. At the time, Chinese manufacturing was transitioning from a focus on high-volume production to a more specialized and quality-driven approach.
Recognizing this shift, our founders—armed with years of China-based manufacturing experience at multinational corporations—decided to establish a platform for specialized innovation. This platform would empower creators, innovators, and startups of all sizes to access the Chinese manufacturing industry without the risks of developing and managing their own supply base remotely.
Over the past nine years, CRATE has curated and validated a strong supply chain in Mainland China and built strategic partnerships with vendors, production sites, and logistics companies across Asia and North America, providing a truly global experience.
Founded in Hong Kong in 2015, CRATE quickly expanded its presence with offices in Chengdu and Shenzhen, China. These locations serve as the foundation of our day-to-day operations, ensuring that we deliver exceptional service to our clients around the world.
NPI
End-to-End New Product Introuction. Proto, EVT, DVT, PVT and QA planning
R&D
Dfx & DFM for your project. Understand your true costs, risks, timeline and feasibility.
Rapid Prototyping
Rapidly develop physical samples of your design ideas for functional testing and approvals
Low Volume
Small batch, production quality units to validate engineering and designs requirements.
PRT
Project Resources & Tooling. Design,cut and trial the resources your project needs.
Project Turnaround
Streamlined assessment and turnaround services to get your project back on track
Key Personnel
What Can We Do For You?
Johnny Johnson
FOUNDER / Managing Director
Shaun Millard
FOUNDER / COO
Jennie Grimm
Marketing & Branding
Valerie Lan
Shenzhen Vendor Relations
Amanda Li
Chengdu Vendor Relations
Maggie Chen
PMC Manager
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