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Product liability, equipment breakdown, and supply chain coverage built for producers. Protecting Canadian manufacturers from raw materials to finished goods.
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The Challenges
Risks unique to manufacturing.
Product Liability
A single defective product can generate claims that threaten the entire business.
Equipment Breakdown
Production downtime is expensive — every hour counts.
Supply Chain Risk
Global supply chains create exposures that extend far beyond your facility.
Workplace Safety
Manufacturing environments have inherent safety risks requiring robust coverage.
Coverage
Coverage types for manufacturing companies.
Every business is different. We'll work with you to build a coverage package that addresses your specific risks and meets your contractual requirements.
Product Liability
Equipment Breakdown
Commercial PropertyBusiness Interruption
Commercial General LiabilityPollution LiabilityWhy Summit
Why manufacturing companies choose Summit.
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Deep manufacturing sector expertise
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Rapid equipment breakdown response
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Supply chain risk assessment
4
Experience with recalls and product withdrawals
Common Questions
Manufacturing insurance FAQs.
What does product liability insurance cover?+
Product liability covers claims from injuries or damage caused by products you manufacture. This includes defense costs, settlements, and judgments arising from product defects.
How does equipment breakdown coverage work?+
Equipment breakdown covers repair or replacement costs when machinery fails due to mechanical or electrical breakdown. It also covers business income lost during downtime.
Is supply chain disruption covered?+
Contingent business interruption coverage can protect against losses when a key supplier or customer suffers a covered loss. Coverage varies by policy.
What happens if we need to recall a product?+
Product recall insurance covers the costs of notifying customers, retrieving products, and replacing defective items. This is separate from product liability coverage.
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