06/03/2026
Inside Fence Empire
One question we hear frequently is:
“If the order is only one or two pallets, why does it sometimes take longer to produce?”
The answer may seem surprising.
In many cases, small custom orders are actually more challenging than large production runs.
Large-volume products are often scheduled as part of continuous production programs, with materials, tooling, and labor already allocated.
Custom dimensions, specialty rails, or low-volume items often require:
• Machine adjustments
• Tooling changes
• Separate production runs
• Additional quality inspections
• Independent drying schedules
In some situations, the setup time can be longer than the production time itself.
For manufacturers, production efficiency is not determined only by quantity.
It is determined by how many times a process must stop, change, and restart.
That is why some specialized products require additional planning, even when the total volume is small.
At Fence Empire, our goal is not simply to manufacture products.
Our goal is to balance flexibility, quality, and efficiency while supporting the diverse needs of our customers.
Behind every order is a production plan far more complex than most people realize.
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