# Design and Manufacturing Capability

Source: https://www.ningboware.com/design-manufacturing/
Publisher: Cixi Zhonghe Sanitary Appliance Factory (ZHONGHE), Cixi, Ningbo, Zhejiang, China. Contact: steven@ningboware.com
Updated: 2026-09-05

ZHONGHE supports shower head sourcing with appearance design, internal structure discussion, 3D sample review, mold making, injection molding, assembly, and packaging coordination.

## Design and manufacturing support

ZHONGHE can support appearance design, internal structure discussion, 3D sample review, mold making, injection molding, assembly, water testing, and packaging coordination for hand shower and accessory projects.

## Stages and conservative timing

| Stage | Conservative timing or role |
| --- | --- |
| Appearance design | About 15 days for many projects; final timing depends on product complexity. |
| Internal structure design | About 15 days for many projects; engineering review depends on performance requirements. |
| Mold making | About 60 days for many projects; actual lead time depends on mold scope and confirmation rounds. |
| Production | Injection, finishing, assembly, water testing, packing, and shipment preparation. |

## Equipment

| Area | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Factory area | About 4,000 sqm |
| Team | About 50 employees |
| Injection molding | 15 injection molding machines |
| Production lines | 4 production lines |
| Water testing | Finished-product water testing before packing |
| Flow testing | Flow checks for selected specifications |
| Salt spray testing | Salt spray testing available for selected parts or finishes |

## Production flow

| Stage | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| 1. Model selection or brief review | Share target market, product type, estimated quantity, package plan, and any benchmark product. |
| 2. Sample and specification discussion | Confirm available models, materials, finish direction, flow expectations, and packaging requirements. |
| 3. OEM/ODM development | Use existing models for faster projects or develop appearance, internal structure, 3D samples, and molds for ODM. |
| 4. Pilot confirmation | Check samples, assembly details, water test results, packaging, labels, and shipment plan before mass production. |
| 5. Mass production and inspection | Run injection, finishing, assembly, water testing, leakage checks, flow checks where needed, and final packing. |

## FAQ

### What does ZHONGHE manufacture?

ZHONGHE manufactures and supplies hand shower products including filter shower heads, multifunctional shower heads, baby shower heads, pet shower heads, hair shower heads, LED shower heads, shower hoses, holders, filters, and related bathroom accessories.

### Does ZHONGHE support OEM and ODM projects?

Yes. Buyers can use existing models for OEM private label programs or discuss ODM projects involving appearance design, internal structure design, 3D sampling, mold making, and production planning.

### What is the typical MOQ?

MOQ ranges from 500 to 2,000 units depending on the model, finish and packaging: existing catalog models in a standard finish and standard packaging can start from about 500 units; a logo print or a color change typically from about 1,000 units; custom packaging, custom colors or new cartridge configurations from about 2,000 units. The final figure also depends on material, finish, and whether new development or mold work is required.

### What quality checks are used before shipment?

Quality work can include incoming part checks, full water testing, leakage checks, O-ring inspection, flow testing for selected water-saving specifications, packaging checks, and final shipment review.

### What should buyers send for an RFQ?

Useful RFQ details include product category, target market, estimated order quantity, benchmark photos or drawings, packaging needs, logo requirements, flow or finish requirements, and delivery timeline.

## Related pages

- OEM/ODM route: https://www.ningboware.com/oem-odm/
- Quality control: https://www.ningboware.com/quality-control/
- Materials and finishes: https://www.ningboware.com/materials-finishes/
- Mold development guide: https://www.ningboware.com/resources/shower-head-mold-development/
- Company: https://www.ningboware.com/company/
- Send an RFQ: https://www.ningboware.com/contact/