pop manufacturig process

Today we’ll discuss the POP manufacturing process. First, what is POP? We need to understand what POP stands for—it’s an abbreviation for Point of Purchase. On this site, it refers to what we commonly call POP displays or POP stands. These are a type of retail display rack, store display fixture, or point-of-sale advertising display—essentially the same as cardboard display racks.

So what exactly does the production process for these retail display racks entail? The manufacturing process varies depending on the materials used.

The process of making cardboard displays

Plastic POP Manufacturing Process

1. Design & Engineering
2. Mold Making
3. Sheet Heating & Vacuum Forming
4. Secondary Forming & Finishing
5. Assembly
6. Quality Control & Packaging

Metal POP Display Manufacturing Process

1. Design & Engineering
   3D modeling & structural design
   Confirm material, thickness, size, and load capacity
   Create drawings and tooling
2. Material Cutting
   Cut metal sheets/tubes (iron, steel, aluminum, stainless steel)
   Laser cutting, CNC cutting, or shearing
3. Bending & Stamping
   Bend to shape by CNC bending machine
   Punch holes, notches, hooks, and slots
4. Welding & Assembly
   Weld joints by spot welding or arc welding
   Polish welds for smooth surface
5. Surface Treatment
   Degreasing, phosphating, primer
   Powder coating, electroplating, or painting for rustproof and finish
6. Finishing & Printing
   Sanding and inspection
   Screen printing, digital printing, or labeling for logo & graphics
7. Final Assembly & QC
   Install hooks, shelves, brackets, and accessories
   Check stability, size, surface, and structure
8. Packaging & Shipping
   Safe packaging (foam, carton)
   Flat-pack or fully assembled for delivery

In summary, the POP manufacturing process varies depending on the location where materials are produced. The above outlines the manufacturing process for common materials. Based on our years of industry experience, POP racks often require customization. From design to production, we typically engage in multiple rounds of in-depth communication with clients before finally transforming their ideas into reality. This results in a perfect POP stand that achieves its purpose of storing products and boosting sales.