Choosing the Right Tube Bending OEM Supplier

June 6, 2022

You need to find a tube bending OEM supplier. Maybe you don’t know where to start, but you know not just any company will do. You want the right manufacturer that will meet all of your needs.

Original equipment manufacturers (OEM) cover a wide range in all markets. While some OEMs have all their production and manufacturing capabilities available in-house, most don’t. Maybe you want to focus on your core competencies or maybe it’s cheaper to outsource than hiring and purchasing expensive equipment.

As a company that makes devices from component parts bought from other manufacturers, you want to ensure that you’re getting the best quality at the right price. If you’re outsourcing production, you need to trust your component manufacturer.

So what should you be looking for? In short, an OEM manufacturer who produces superior tubing as quickly and efficiently as possible. We break down what that means for you even further below.

Needs & Expectations of a Component Manufacturer

You should consider the following criteria when choosing the right OEM manufacturer for custom tube bending:

Production & Manufacturing Capabilities

Considering the capabilities of your OEM component manufacturer should be at the top of the list:

• Can they produce complex and custom products?
• Can they produce high-quality components?
• Does their capacity for fulfillment match your needs? Research the size of their production runs.
• What manufacturing services or secondary operations do they offer for custom tube bending?

Triad Products specializes in small to medium production runs, ranging from hundreds to thousands. If your products require custom tube bending, trust our specialists and engineers.

Quality Standards

Your company requires high-quality products. If your OEM supplier produces flawed components, your end product will suffer and both revenue and your company’s reputation will be impacted.

Ensure that your OEM supplier follows a quality management system (QMS). A QMS guides how a manufacturer runs their business and coordinates planning and production. This is a set of policies and procedures to ensure quality and consistency, while maintaining a tight tolerance.

Triad’s quality standards are in compliance with mil-spec and ISO standards, and we offer engineering and design assistance. Kanban programs are also available upon request.

A Team of Experts

You want a trusted component manufacturer. Consider the reputation and reliability of your OEM supplier. Choosing the right material and custom tube bending process for your specific application requires a certain level of expertise.

From brazing to tube threading, you want an experienced team you can trust to keep your project moving efficiently and smoothly. Expertise also maximizes profits by reducing risk and solving potential barriers with new product development. There are a few questions to consider when researching OEM tubing:

• How long has your OEM manufacturer been in business?
• Are they able to work with many different materials?
• Do they stay up to date on industry trends?

At Triad Products Corp., we stand behind our value engineered products, and we believe our greatest capability is our experience and versatility.

Customer Service

You want a component manufacturer that’s easy to work with. Delivery times are crucial because production can’t be halted due to a late delivery by a supplier. Here are some questions to ask when looking for a custom tube bender:

• Do they provide start-to-finish services to achieve the quality you’re looking for?
• Do they deliver complete & ready-to-use parts for your application?
• Do they understand your timeline and need for certain components at precise times?

Working with just one vendor (or single-source supplier) gives you more control. This allows for better communication, better value, less back-and-forth, and the most cost-effectiveness for your tube bending needs. At Triad, we understand the importance of your deadline and work with you to ensure the best tube bending quality.

Services & Secondary Offerings of OEM Manufacturers

Now that you have an idea of what to look for in your OEM supplier, you should also feel confident in what services they provide. Some OEM manufacturers provide limited services and fabrication processes, meaning you have to do more work in-house or outsource to yet another company.

With different applications and project needs, there are many tube bending services to ensure your product is the highest quality:

• Tube bending & forming
• Custom fabrication
• Cutting, drilling, notching
• Wire bending & forming
• Silver soldering & brazing
• Welding
• Machining
• Sheet metal fabrication
• Finishing & plating
• Threading
• Assembly
• End forming