Rubber Component Localization for Kawasaki Import Replacement with Thailand-Based Manufacturing

Project overview

Kawasaki initiated a localization strategy to shift rubber component production from Japan to Thailand to improve cost competitiveness and regional supply chain efficiency while maintaining strict Japanese OEM specifications.

Our solution

As a Thailand-based OEM rubber supplier, Inter Rubber replicated and optimized production under ISO and IATF-certified systems to match original design and performance requirements.

Project scope included:

• Technical drawing alignment and tolerance validation
• Rubber material verification and laboratory testing
• Controlled process replication under IATF-certified production
• Localized cost structure optimization

Results

• Successful transition from Japan import to Thailand production
• Maintained original Japanese quality standards
• Improved cost structure and supply flexibility
• Reduced logistics dependency and lead time

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