Taiwan's auto-parts industry is globally renowned for unmatched, integrated production achieved by the clustering of highly-efficient subcontractors along the supply chain, enabling local auto-parts suppliers to boast high production flexibility, broad product range, competitive production cost,

Hopeet Enterprise Co., Ltd., established in 1968, has been versed in producing safety relief valves and pneumatic components, and can develop customized valves. The firm's major products include bronze safety relief valves, stainless steel safety valves, stainless steel full bore safety valves,

The global downturn generally forced industries and buyers to cinch belts, hence also driving Taiwan's woodworking machinery makers to focus on saving customers' costs, developing non-woodworking machines using core technologies, and vying for small orders of all kinds. Such cost-consciousnes

More and more Taiwanese automotive-related companies are realizing that their future lies in mainland China, which is poised to displace the United States as the world's largest automobile market within the next few years. Apart from its market potential, mainland China offers a route for Ta

Takken Comprehensive Industrial Co., Ltd., founded in 1973, is a member of the Morrison Group. In the initial stage of its establishment, the company set up a plant in Taoyuan County of northern Taiwan to produce stainless steel watchcases. Since 1980 when the second plant was established, the c

Taiwan’s manufacturers of pneumatic/hydraulic systems and parts continue to operate mostly on a small to medium scale, and hence still cannot generate significant profits to afford higher R&D expenditures nor build branding globally. But they have spared no efforts upgrading their products to stay

Taiwan designers came home with 76 awards in the 2010 iF Product Design Award, the 'Oscar' of the design world. The strong showing underscored the remarkable gains Taiwan has made in recent years in turning products with world-class designs. The 76 wins represented about almost one-tenth of all

Since its inception in 2000 in Taoyuan County, northern Taiwan, Shen Feng Develoment Tools Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to manufacture of auto repair tools and instruments. Over the years, the firm has developed into one of the most professional makers of its kind in Taiwan, supplying a broa

Once the world's largest production bases of bicycles of all kinds with an annual export volume of almost 10 million units, Taiwan has been forced by low-priced competitors from mainland China to upgrade to the front ranks in the world to roll out high-end bicycles. Just a few years ago, "Think

The development of automotive cylinder-head production in China has been remarkable and rapid, but some problems also have emerged to compromise its steadfast continuation in the future: Most manufacturers in China, likely due to availability of cheap but relatively unskilled labor, focus on labor-

Golden Spot Industry Inc., established in 1978, has been well versed in production of a variety of welding machines, and is stepping up development of more automatic welding and soldering machines to meet increased market demand worldwide. "We have developed much expertise to roll out various ty

Established in 1985 in Taipei, northern Taiwan, Hydromech Industries Co., Ltd. has been specialized in manufacturing and designing hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for mobile and industrial uses. The firm's wide-ranging product lines include pressure control valves, flow control valves, direct

Aerox International Corp. is a versatile supplier of a wide range of motorcycle parts, including engine parts, gear transmission parts, carburetors, valves, connecting rods, crankcase covers, pistons, piston rings, piston pins, starter motors, kick starters, air cylinders, lamps, rearview mirrors a

Mindman Industrial Co., Ltd., founded in 1979 to manufacture pneumatic components is now capable of rolling out innovative products to meet industrial trend. The ISO9001-certified company has been growing at a high speed. To meet customers' ever-changing demand, the company has streamlined its m

Taipei, June 4, 2009 (CENS)--To ease automakers' cost burden amid the downturn, Taiwan's Ministry of Finance (MOF) recently announced to cut the import duties on 23 auto parts by 50% from May 25 to December 31. MOF's statistics show that the import value of the 23 auto-parts categories, includin

A few hundred reporters got an early peek at the world's latest and greatest powered two wheelers (PTWs) displayed at INTERMOT Cologne 2008 on October 7, one day before the event's grand opening. If the constant strobe of camera flashes was any indication, they were clearly impressed by what they s

Founded in 1982, Chanto Air Hydraulics Co. has accumulated much experience in fabricating pneumatic and hydraulic products. Based on the concept of modernization and prospective development, the company has built up a marketing network globally. The company has implemented total quality control

A few hundred reporters got an early peek at the world's latest and greatest powered two wheelers (PTWs) displayed at INTERMOT Cologne 2008 on October 7, one day before the event's grand opening. If the constant strobe of camera flashes was any indication, they were clearly impressed by what they s

Many in Taiwan's manufacturing sectors are likely feeling confused, as if the carpet has been pulled from underneath them, especially after their considerable efforts to upgrade manufacturing skills and machine tools over the past few years. The global financial crisis to many in manufacturing in T

In a recent interview with CENS, Dr. C.T. Chen, chief engineer of the motorcycle R&D center at Motive Power Industry Co. Ltd. or the maker of PGO motor scooters and upscale buggies in Taiwan, for the first time confirmed that his company has been working with RCV Engine Ltd. of the U.K. for over tw

The 3rd Taiwan International Motorcycle Industry Show (Motorcycle Taiwan 2008), held April 9-12 in Taipei, undoubtedly left visitors with one major impression-that all terrain vehicles (ATV) made or developed in Taiwan are equal in quality to those made by leading global brands. In short, Taiwan A

After years of business partnership during which the intricacies of negotiations and trust building have at times been faith-challenging, a Swiss importer of caulking guns made by Kai Shyun Enterprise Co., Ltd. finally had his long-held skepticism of the quality of MIT (Made In Taiwan) products rev

Soaring crude oil prices and increasingly strict emissions controls around the world have forced carmakers to design energy-saving and environmentally friendly models that appeal to rapidly growing market segments. However, most of these, such as the ones that were displayed by Toyota and Volkswage

Fwu Kuang Enterprises Co., Ltd., established in 1978, is a professional manufacturer of bolt formers and socket screws. Concentrating on the development of high-quality machines and screws, the company targets customers from high-tier markets. At present, the company's major product lines includ

Although many Taiwanese manufacturers of outdoor and public-area furniture have already moved production facilities to mainland China and Vietnam over the past several years, some have stayed rooted in Taiwan and are upgrading their manufacturing skills and capacity to penetrate the upscale marketp

Office furniture manufacturers in Taiwan are rolling out top-of-the-line products with advanced ergonomic designs, marking a further a break from their past dependence on lower-end commodity items. Like their counterparts in other labor-intensive sectors, most of Taiwan's office furniture suppli

At the recent 2005 Taipei International Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA '05), one of the clearest statements made was of the rapid transformation made by Taiwan's auto parts and accessory industry in recent years. Local manufacturers showcased cutting-edge products at the show

To cope with the rising use of 100%-electronic injection molding machines in the U.S., Japan and Europe, domestic manufacturers of plastic and rubber processing machines are making all-out efforts to follow suit. To do so, they have decided to form an alliance under the assistance of Taiwan's Mecha

At the recent 2005 Taipei International Auto/Motorcycle Parts & Accessories Show (Taipei AMPA '05), one of the clearest statements made was of the rapid transformation made by Taiwan's auto parts and accessory industry in recent years. Local manufacturers showcased cutting-edge products at the show

Established in 1992, Auger Enterprise Co., Ltd. Has over the years consistently impressed buyers with its quality filling and packaging machines. The company is now promoting several new models, among them its SM-2435 and STS-01 units. The SM-2435 is an ideal machine for packaging with a maximu