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FOREST FUNDAMENTALS:
EXPERTS IN MANUFACTURING, PRODUCT
TESTING, AND SHIPPING.
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ABOUT US:
FOREST FUNDAMENTALS' HISTORY AND
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT BACKGROUND



Forest Fundamentals began with our founder Elvis’ handmade creations sold online. While we still partner with local artisans to craft some of our classic best-sellers, the majority of our products now involve advanced design and manufacturing processes—ranging from custom textile development and full CAD modelling to precision CNC manufacturing and more.



We've built a strong and reliable network of manufacturers and logistics partners across the United Kingdom, the USA, and China.



While we continue to design and sell our own direct-to-retail products, we're increasingly expanding into product sourcing, manufacturing, testing, and fulfillment for other outdoor-focused brands.

KEY SERVICES AND EXPERTISE:
HOW CAN WE OFFER SUPPORT TO YOUR BUSINESS?
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WHY CHOOSE US AS PARTNER?

Through our journey of navigating the complex world of design, manufacturing, and shipping, we've faced our fair share of challenges-everything from overlooking supplier vetting and delayed shipments to inaccurate samples and design hiccups.

But every mistake has been a lesson.
We've learned the hard way so you don't have to!

Whether your company is bringing a brand- new product idea to life or looking to source stock products in bulk at competitive prices.

We have the expertise to support and assist in getting it done.

Please Note: Our expertise in product testing and knowledge is focused exclusively on outdoor, camping, and bushcraft-related products. We are unable to assist on anything that's not related to these fields.

WHITE-LABELLING PRODUCTS (ODM MANUFACTURING)

For smaller sized retailers, or experience-based business such as, bushcraft schools or outdoor adventure companies creating custom products isn’t always necessary.

We can help source, and brand high-quality stock products at extremely competitive prices.

We work closely with trusted manufacturers of outdoor products in the UK, USA, and China. All suppliers and products are rigorously vetted and tested to before anything get’s shipped.

COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN (CAD) & PRODUCT SAMPLES

Arguably the best parts of the design process—after all the endless work—is finally getting those physical samples in your hands!

We can help create detailed CAD drawings to share with manufactures.

We can also assist with contacting manufacturers to kickstart sample production—ensuring they understand the design, while setting clear quality control and assurance points for a perfect first sample!

DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING CUSTOM PRODUCTS (OEM MANUFACTURING)

Once a set of detailed design drawings has been completed with clear tolerances and quality control and assurance points, it’s up to the manufacturer to produce the final outcome to specifications.

However, it’s not always that simple — we can help oversee the process, liaise with the manufacturer to ensure the product meets specifications, certifications, standards, and deadlines are met, and quality control is followed.

COMPETITIVE PRICES AND RELIABLE QUALITY

One of the benefits of being involved in the business-side of things, rather than solely designing is we understand the important of keeping the price to an absolute minimum.

We’ll contact multiple different manufacturers to compare prices and lead times, ensuring the chosen manufacturer is both cost-effective and capable of the fastest production.

SHIPPING, CUSTOMS CLEARENCE, AND GENERAL LOGISTICS:

Shipping products correctly can have a significant impact on the success of a product.

Over-budget shipping can lead to increased retail prices for customers, while delays can result in missed release dates, low stock levels, and failed agreements with marketing partners.

We can arrange shipping through cost-effective, fast, but also the safest shipping channels.

We can also help structure shipments to meet your needs, whether that means sending some through express channels and others via more cost-effective, slower options like cargo ships.

SOME EXAMPLES OF OUR SERVICE WORK —
AND WHAT THE PROCESS INCLUDES:
Rebecca, the owner of an outdoor education school specialising in bushcraft, approached us to help curate a bushcraft-themed gift pack she could present to her students as a memorable takeaway at the end of their courses.

As a complimentary item, it was crucial for Rebecca that the gift pack remained as cost-effective as possible while still including practical, high-quality items that her students could genuinely use and appreciate.

We were extremely happy with the final result, and since then, we’ve begun collaborating on customised items that Rebecca can integrate into her classes.
Joe, the founder of Heartwood Re-Wilding, a start-up bushcraft school in Bristol, reached out to us for help in sourcing equipment for his classes. To find high-quality tools at the best possible price, we contacted a range of manufacturers and brands.

Since many of the branded items were located outside the UK, we coordinated shipments between distributors to reduce shipping costs. This approach ensured Joe could equip his classes with reliable gear while staying within his budget.
Kelly, an employee at a company that specialises in designing add-ons for gas stoves shared that she was struggling to find reliable manufactures after getting one of their products made from plastic.

Initially, the first set of samples showed only minor issues, but when corrections were made, new problems would arise in subsequent versions.

We worked closely with their manufacturer to address the inconsistencies, but ultimately, we sourced a new manufacturer who was able to produce samples that met the required specifications.
Adam, from a successful clothing manufacturer, reached out to us in search of new manufacturers for their product line. While they handled all clothing production in-house, he explained that their accessories were sourced through a middleman who appeared to be inflating prices, impacting their overall costs.

To address this, we assisted Adam in contacting a range of manufacturers directly, ensuring they could source quality accessories at more competitive prices.

Additionally, we coordinated the logistics to have the various orders shipped together, minimising shipping costs and streamlining the process for their team.
Derek, a handmade maker from the USA specializing in accessories like griddles, stands, and ash pans for stoves, wanted to start outsourcing the manufacturing of his best-sellers. His growing demand made it difficult to keep up with orders through his handmade process alone.

We helped Derek create the detailed 2D design drawings with clear tolerances required by manufacturers.

We modelled his designs in CAD and assembled a comprehensive folder of detailed PDFs. These files provided a clear and professional starting point for manufacturers, allowing Derek to scale his production without risking any costly mistakes.
If you have any questions about our process or think we might be able to assist with your needs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

When reaching out, please include ‘Manufacturing @ForestFundamentals’ in the subject line of your email.

Best regards,
The Forest Fundamentals Manufacturing Team

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