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Frequently Asked Question

  • What kind of business 4 MFG, Inc.?

    4 MFG, Inc. is a Chicago business whose purpose is to help small and medium sized Chicago area manufacturers save money by buying their utilities, raw materials, supplies and services thru our website. We also help these same manufacturers sell their products thru our website.
  • How can 4 MFG, Inc. most directly help me and my company?

    First by helping you to realize that we are initially a free resource available to you. Then by setting up a visit to your company by one of our experienced clients advocates discuss your business with them. Tell them about the 5 items you buy the most. Then let us go find new, high quality, low cost suppliers for you.
  • What is the 4 MFG, Inc. "Virtual market"?

    Our virtual market is what we have created on our website www.4mfg.com. It is a place on the world wide web where buyers and sellers can meet to buy and sell their goods and services. There they can realize significant savings and increase sales. It is an additional way to conduct normal business.
  • How does 4 MFG, Inc. help my company save significant money?

    From your purchasing standpoint, we are aggregating demand from many Chicago area manufacturers, taking that bigger demand amount and presenting it to new suppliers to bid on. These new suppliers have reduced selling time and costs since we brought you to them, and as a result can quote lower prices to you.
  • How does 4 MFG, Inc. help me sell my products?

    First by working with us we will quickly learn the features-advantages-benefits of your products. Then we want to know who your Chicago area good medium sized potential customers are. We will call on them stressing the benefits of registering and using www.4mfg.com. Once they are using our site, you may have an opportunity to bid on their requirements.
  • Can I list my products on your website?

    Yes, there are three ways: First you need to register with us and select the plan best suited to your company.

    • 1. Individual listings in the virtual marketplace then you need to log in. You will be directed to a screen to create a new listing. Click on the tab and follow our simple instructions!
    • 2. Short company & product descriptions in directory and search section of our website. As a registered member, your company and products will have an electronic business card in the 4 MFG directory. Your customers can find you thru our excellent search engine by company name, product name, industry, and other information you provide.
    • 3. Custom website design by 4 MFG, Inc.! We will work with you to create a professionally designed web site that meets your objectives. These Products pages will have links back to your website. Get more sales & leads with 4 MFG's web page designs!
  • How does 4 MFG, Inc. get paid?

    There is an initial one time registration fee that enables you to enter into our virtual market within our www.4mfg.com website. Please note that other sites charge as much as $500 to $1,000 per month, every month for their services. 4 MFG, Inc. only gets paid when a products or service gets sold through our website or after an introduction off line. The listing fee for a request for quote is charged to your account when the listing is posted. The classified ad fee is also charged when the listing is posted. Classified listing run for 30 days. Once a transaction is completed 4MFG, Inc. will receive a 5% commission from the seller. The fee will be charged to your account.
  • Are you an auction?

    We do use an action format to bring buyers and sellers together in our virtual marketplace. You need first to be registered to see our virtual marketplace. Once you go thru our registration process by clicking on "sign up" you will be lead to our virtual marketplace. Then you can fully participate. In addition our website allows you to list items in catalog format and thru classified listings.

Frequently Asked Buyer's Question

  • How do I list my products for sale on your web site?

    4 MFG, Inc. is a Chicago business whose purpose is to help small and medium sized Chicago area manufacturers save money by buying their utilities, raw materials, supplies and services thru our website. We also help these same manufacturers sell their products thru our website.
  • Is there a charge for this?

    There is a one-time registration fee depending on the plan you select. Other sites charge $500, $1,000 or more per month! There also is a nominal charge per listing per month. You can also list your company catalog with 4 MFG complete with digital pictures, descriptions, and specifications. We would be happy to meet with you to discuss your needs and work out a plan that meets your specifications.
  • Who pays 4 MFG, Inc. once something is sold?

    The seller pays a 5% commission to 4 MFG, Inc. once the sale is made.
  • How do I know if I have sold anything?

    You will receive an e-mail, fax, or phone call from a potential buyer. You will negotiate and close the deal yourself.

 

        

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