# Manufacturer Registration Process

Join Robinson Empire as a manufacturer and connect with B2B buyers worldwide.

## Who Can Become a Manufacturer?

Manufacturers on our platform:
- Own or operate legitimate manufacturing facilities
- Have capacity for bulk/B2B orders
- Meet quality and compliance standards
- Possess required business licenses and certifications

## Eligibility Requirements

### Business Requirements:
- Registered business entity
- Physical manufacturing facility
- Production capacity for bulk orders
- Quality control processes
- Business insurance

### Documentation Required:
- Business license/registration
- Tax ID/EIN documentation
- Factory photos or virtual tour
- Quality certifications
- Trade references (3-5)

## Registration Steps

### Step 1: Initial Application
1. Visit **manufacturer.robinsonempire.com**
2. Click **"Become a Manufacturer"**
3. Complete the detailed application form
4. Provide business registration details
5. Submit initial documentation

### Step 2: Business Information
Provide comprehensive details:
- Company legal name and registration number
- Year established
- Manufacturing facility address
- Number of employees
- Annual production capacity
- Industries served
- Product categories manufactured

### Step 3: Document Submission
Upload:
- Business license/registration
- Tax ID/EIN documentation
- Factory audit reports (if available)
- Quality certifications (ISO, etc.)
- Product liability insurance
- Bank reference letter
- Trade references (3-5)

### Step 4: Verification Process
Our team will verify:
- Business registration authenticity
- References
- Manufacturing capabilities
- Quality systems
- Financial stability

### Step 5: Facility Assessment (Gold Plan)
For Gold plan applicants:
- Virtual or on-site facility tour
- Production capacity evaluation
- Quality control process review
- Compliance verification

## Approval Timeline

- Standard review: **3-5 business days**
- With facility assessment: **7-10 business days**

## Subscription Plans

| Plan | Monthly | Best For |
|------|---------|----------|
| Bronze | $99 | Small manufacturers starting B2B |
| Silver | $299 | Growing manufacturers |
| Gold | $799 | Large-scale manufacturers |

## Post-Approval Setup

After approval:
1. Complete manufacturer profile
2. Upload production catalog
3. Set MOQs and lead times
4. Configure shipping options
5. Set up wholesale pricing tiers
6. Start receiving B2B orders

## Contact

For application assistance: [email protected]