Hydroformer Proves That Two Tubes Are Better Than One

摘要

Build-to-print may have been enough capability for many companies in the automotive supply chain in the past, but these days Tier 1 suppliers often have to be engineering consultants as well manufacturers. To be a viable partner, a Tier 1 supplier has to know as much about the industry-processes, materials, design trends, safety regulations, corporate average fuel economy, and consumer preferences-as the automobile manufacturers do. In the past, "Yes, we can build this part" was enough. These days, "Yes, we can improve this part" is necessary to thrive in this relentlessly competitive marketplace.