Hey button enthusiasts!

Here at Portland Button Works, we're all about making your awesome custom buttons. We take pride in the quality of our finished products, and that starts right at the manufacturing source of the machines and parts in the American Midwest and pressed in the Northwest, right here in Portland,Oregon.

In this chaotic climate of tariffs and growing supply chain issues, we wanted to take a moment to talk about the sourcing of our button supplies. Our button machines, both our hand press machines and our electric machine, as well as all our parts for buttons, magnets, and bottle openers are made in the USA and sourced from Tecre, a company based in Wisconsin.

Tecre is committed to manufacturing right here in the U.S.A. For over 30 years, they've been based in the same location, and unlike some companies that just assemble or design domestically, Tecre makes their button makers and all the essential button supplies right in their American facility. That's right – from the electric and manual button makers to every single button component, it's all American-made!

What's even cooler is Tecre's dedication to sourcing their raw materials from within the United States. We're talking about the mylar, the magnets, and even the very steel sheets that form the metal parts of our buttons – all from U.S. companies and often from recycled steel.

What does this mean for all of us?

Choosing American-made has broader positive impacts too:

  • Stronger Environmental Standards: Manufacturing and sourcing materials in the U.S. means adhering to stricter environmental guidelines and regulations.

  • Consumer Protection and Safety: It also means adhering to established consumer protection laws and safety standards.

  • Eco-Friendly Practices: We were especially excited to learn that Tecre is able to use recycled steel in their button component stamping process! We're proud to be part of a supply chain that embraces environmentally conscious practices.

Knowing that our button machines and supplies come from a company like Tecre, with their unwavering commitment to American manufacturing, quality, and even environmental responsibility, makes us feel great about the buttons we create for you. It's a testament to the skill and care that goes into every single component.

So, the next time you're admiring your custom buttons from Portland Button Works, know that they're powered by American-made quality from start to finish. We're proud to support a company like Tecre and contribute to American jobs and high standards.