IP Protection

Keep the Keys to your IP Vault

At Eastek, we understand and respect that the protection of your Intellectual Property is vitally important to you, which is why Eastek applies the following processes and tools regarding your IP:

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Secure servers and mandatory NDA

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Signed NDAs in place, subject to US laws and regulations
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An executed NDA in place with customers and suppliers
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No photos policy

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Ensure customer drawings are not sent to suppliers
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We follow a "no photo" policy at the plants
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Fully secure plant locations

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24×7 guarded entrances with CCTV coverage
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“Sign-in/sign-out and escort" policy for all plant visitors
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In-house controlled tooling, fixturing and work instruction documentation
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Managed logistics by trained staff

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Managed logistics and customs compliance
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Documented IP awareness training for key personnel
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Assure your IP Protection

Because we remain in complete control of your product throughout the entire design and manufacturing process, we can ensure Intellectual Property Protection under U.S. law.

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Retain exclusive rights to your work and stimulate progress
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Promote innovation and ensure exclusivity

Certified production facilities and dedicated staff

Our mission is to provide our customers with the expert solutions to build the products that matter to them.

ISO 14001:2015
ISO 45001:2018
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 14001:2015
ISO 9001:2015
ISO 13485:2016
Quality System (QS) Regulation
DODD-FRANK ACT (SEC 1502)
FDA Registered Facility
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Our Process
01

Concept Introduction

We'll consult to discuss your goals, budget, timeline, and specifications to find the best solution for you.

02

Design Review & Feedback

Our engineers will start developing your product with high quality materials that fit your specific requirements.

03

Production and Distribution

Our team will produce and distribute your product with quality control measures, meeting high standards.

04

Design & Manufacturing Optimization & Cost Reduction

Our team will collaborate with you to optimize the design for cost savings and maximum production reliability.

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Lifecycle Management

Our customer experience team cares for your product even after launch.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is intellectual property (IP) protection important?

IP protects genuine business assets that may be integral to the core services of the business and overall long-term viability

What are the types of intellectual property in manufacturing?

There are four types of IP in manufacturing:  Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights and Trade Secrets.   Eastek partners with our customers to monitor and protect all of these forms of IP

How intellectual properties are protected at Eastek computers and Servers?

Eastek employees are required to take a cyber-security training course each year, which is led by our IT department and coincides with a written test. In this training, employees are briefed on the importance of keeping information safe and best practices when it comes to email and sharing of information. Our IT department is confident in the security of our server and can limit employee access to information that needs additional security.

How Eastek Deals with intellectual properties at employee level?

Eastek employees have contractual agreement not to share IP with any other customers.

What methods does Eastek use to protect customer's intellectual properties?

IP's are subject to US laws and regulations
Signed NDA in place with customers and suppliers
Secure product data server/backup
No customer branded drawings sent to suppliers
No photo policy
Sign-in/Sign-out and escort policy for all visitors
CCTV coverage of grounds and manufacturing cells
Eastek managed logistics and customs compliance
In-house tool manufacturing, molding, and assembly for high-IP components
24x7 guarded entrances
Documented IP awareness training for key personnel

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