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When the leading direct marketer of safety and industrial supplies in North America needed a supplier to source components, assemble and drop ship more than 250 different product kits for distribution and sale across the country, KANDU stepped in to get the job done. In addition to sourcing and assembly, KANDU also conducted pricing research, purchasing and inventory management. The finished products included emergency drum repair, bonding and grounding cables, respirator and environmental quality analysis kits. As a result of stellar efforts, KANDU was recognized by this customer as a “Top One Hundred Supplier.”A global market leader in hydraulically controlled snowplow assemblies was seeking an alternative resource that could provide reliable purchase and inventory of key product components, as well as accurate assembly, and deliver on time to a central manufacturing location. KANDU engineered and built custom machines that accelerated the assembly process and now successfully supplies the customer’s manufacturing facilities with critical on-time delivery of components.
For more than two decades, KANDU has been alleviating the burden of a national manufacturer of residential playsets and recreational systems during periods of peak seasonal demand. KANDU’s flexible workforce assembles and packages parts used by consumers to build products at home including instruction manuals, nuts, bolts and screws. What started as a single kit in 2001 has grown to more than 40, which range from small sub-assembly kits to kits weighing 250 pounds.
“Partnering with KANDU allows us to focus on our core capabilities while delivering flexible packaging solutions for our customers.”
— Jason W, President, IKI Manufacturing
“KANDU’s flexible workforce is ideal for the seasonal needs of our business.”
— Tim R., Playstar
When a national manufacturer sought a safe and cost-effective process to wash their warehouse part bins, they turned to KANDU to create an efficient and time-saving cleaning system. Today, KANDU cleans thousands of their bins per year.
A national manufacturer of aluminum wheel rims for the automotive industry sought an alternative resource to clean their custom molded, reusable shipping trays — critical for ensuring the rims don’t get scratched in transit. KANDU exceeded the customer’s expectations by designing an automated cleaning system that provides more finished product to the customer at a lower cost. KANDU staff also coordinated the pick-up and delivery of the trays, which saved the client time spent on managing the transport process.
When a leading multinational manufacturer of consumer food products sought a contractor that could repackage and expedite orders with short lead times, they turned to the nimble workforce at KANDU. Thanks to KANDU’s warehouse capacity, large shrink wrap capabilities, business processes and inventory management systems, the customer could respond quickly to custom orders of pre-packaged, multi-pack display cases sold to major retailers across the US. This business transformation earned KANDU the customer’s top supplier award for nine years running.
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We’re raising a glass to our newest partner, The Fireside Theatre for donating their empty wine bottles to KANDU’s repurposed glassware project!
These bottles are being transformed into beautiful, handcrafted drinking glasses by participants in our job training program — helping ...create meaningful work while reducing waste.
With the support of amazing local businesses like The Fireside, we’re able to keep our Monday and Thursday bottle pickup route going strong!
If your business has empty wine bottles to share, give us a call at (608) 755-4123. Let’s turn today’s recycling into tomorrow’s opportunity.
A magical moment as clients from KANDU's Increased Support Program released butterflies—celebrating beauty, freedom, and joy. 🦋💚
🌟 April is National Volunteer Month and we want to give a huge shoutout to the incredible volunteers who have supported KANDU over the years! 💚 Whether you’ve helped set up tables, served food, sold raffle tickets, or simply brought your amazing energy to our events—thank you. You are ...truly the heart behind everything we do!
🙌 We're currently looking for volunteers for our upcoming Grapes & Hops 2025 event—a night of wine, beer, fun, and fundraising! 🍷🍺 If you're looking for a fun way to give back and be part of something special, we’d love to have you on our team!
👉 Interested in volunteering? Click this link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054CADA822A6F49-56166029-grapes#/
A huge THANK YOU to Staller Estate Winery for joining our growing list of local businesses donating empty wine bottles for KANDU’s newest project — handcrafted drinking glasses made from recycled wine bottles! ♻️✨
Thanks to generous partners like you, we’ve established a ...regular pickup route every Monday and Thursday to collect bottles and give them new life through meaningful employment and sustainable practices.
Does your business have a few cases of empties to donate every week or two? We’d love to hear from you! Call KANDU at (608) 755-4123 to get involved.
Get ready for an unforgettable night at Grapes & Hops 2025, KANDU’s annual fundraiser where your night out helps create meaningful opportunities for people with disabilities.
We’re thrilled to welcome the Mike Dangeroux Band to the stage for an evening of incredible live music ...while you sip, sample, and support KANDU’s mission. Get your tickets today: https://www.kanduindustries.com/event/grapes-hops
🎶 Live music, local flavor, and a great cause — what more could you ask for? 🍷🍻
Clients in our ISP program have been getting creative with diamond art — a relaxing, hands-on activity that encourages focus, patience, and self-expression. Check out the creativity of our clients! Each masterpiece is a reflection of their unique style.
🌸 Spring is in full bloom at KANDU! Clients in our Adult Day Services and Memory Care program spent the day creating beautiful floral arrangements — celebrating the season with color, creativity, and joy.
This hands-on activity isn’t just fun — it also helps clients practice fine ...motor skills and express their unique artistic flair. Every arrangement tells a story, and we’re loving the blooms (and smiles) that are blossoming around here!