In the competitive world of home decor and ceramics, creating a line of OEM products with your own unique designs can not only increase your bottom line, but also give you the recognition you deserve. However, for the average consumer, creating a simple sketch of their idea into tens of thousands of finished products is like trying to navigate a maze of factory hurdles.
Qunfa Ceramics, with over three decades of experience at the forefront of the OEM industry, is here to walk you through the six crucial steps of OEM ceramic product customization.
Stage 1: Design Confirmation and Technical Evaluation (Design & Feasibility)
Everything begins with inspiration. Whether you provide a hand-drawn sketch, a detailed 3D model, or simply a reference sample, our R&D team will conduct a technical feasibility assessment.
- Key Points: We will evaluate whether the shape is suitable for demolding, the stability of the glaze color at high temperatures, and shrinkage rate calculations.
- Qunfa Advantage: With experience serving brands like Disney, we can quickly identify potential structural risks and optimize the design before prototyping.
Stage 2: 3D Modeling and Mold Development (Prototyping & Molding)
After confirming the design, we move to the physical modeling stage.
- 3D Printing/Hand Sculpting: Accurately reproducing the design proportions.
- Plaster Master Mold Production: This is the foundation for mass production.
- Trial Production Mold: Used to create the initial bisque samples.
Stage 3: Material Formulation and Clay Forming (Forming Process)
Different clay formulations are selected based on the product’s intended use (e.g., bakeware or tableware).
- Slip Casting: Suitable for complex, irregularly shaped pieces (such as flower pots or complex pet bowls).
- Jiggering: Suitable for standard tableware such as round plates and bowls, ensuring consistent thickness.
Stage 4: Finishing and First Firing (Bisque Firing)
The newly formed “greenware” is extremely fragile. Workers manually trim the edges and remove mold lines. This is followed by bisque firing (at a temperature typically around [temperature]), giving the body sufficient strength for glazing. ## Phase Five: Glazing & Final Firing
This is the moment when ceramics are infused with their soul.
- Process Selection: Whether it’s a modern matte glaze, a vintage reactive glaze, or precise Pantone color matching, the glazing process determines the final visual effect.
- High-Temperature Test: In Qunfa’s tunnel kiln, products undergo high-temperature firing, ensuring dense porcelain and meeting the food safety standards (such as FDA, LFGB) required by retail giants like Walmart and Costco.
Phase Six: Quality Control & Packaging
The success of B2B orders hinges on consistency.
- Physical Testing: Tap testing (for cracks), water absorption testing, microwave and dishwasher safety testing.
- Packaging Engineering: Customized anti-drop packaging for e-commerce or retail displays.
About Qunfa Ceramics
Qunfa Ceramics, established in 1993, is a leading modern enterprise with over 30 years of experience in the research, development, and manufacturing of household ceramics.
- Scale and Strength: We have a 30,000 square meter modern production base and a workforce of over 400 staff members. With our modern production technology and strong OEM/ODM strength, we are able to timely and efficiently address the diverse and customized demands of global buyers.
- Global Trust: We have been designated as a supplier of quality products to world-renowned companies like Walmart, Costco, Aldi, Disney, C&B (Crate & Barrel), and Michaels. The quality of our products and our corporate compliance are of world-class standards.
- Diverse Product Line: We have been specializing in the design of ceramic bakeware and ceramic dinnerware and have been able to successfully expand into various categories, including pet supplies, like pet bowls, and garden planters. Whether it is a simple design process or a more complicated one, we are able to offer a one-stop solution.
Start Your Customization Journey
If you are looking for a partner that can help you transform your brand vision into market bestsellers, then Qunfa Ceramics is your best choice.
Let us help you power your brand for 30 years of craftsmanship. Get a quote and our latest catalog now!
