⬛ Chao Ting-yu In an interview with an industry analyst from the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), published in the 2022 edition of Taiwan Hand Tools, we discussed the overall AI trends in Taiwan’s industries. This brief excerpt discusses how Taiwan’s hand tools sector (and the majority of industries here) is really built on SMEs, yet there are significant challenges, such as im...

⬛ Chao Ting-yu Throughout 2021, Taiwanese hand tool suppliers were able to maintain business-as-usual operations, leading to export value growth of 27.4%, reaching USD$4.79 billion. The steady performance has continued into 2022. The latest statistics between January to June 2022 continued to show a steady growth: Taiwan's hardware and hand tools exports amounted to USD$2.44 billion, with an a...

⬛ Chao Ting-yu The roles automation and AI play for traditional sectors can alleviate the pressure of hiring and talent retention. In the future, companies will have more difficulties hiring production line operators, maintaining operation quality, and limiting their operational capacity, as the workforce retires, and younger talents are less likely to work in these sectors due to poor working...

⬛ Chao Ting-yu The top hardware show EISENWARENMESSE- International Hardware Fair (IHF) is relaunching on September 25 to 28 in Cologne, with event organizers bringing back in-person events and welcoming buyers alike to source quality products in categories like tools, industrial supply, fasteners and fixings, and home improvement. Economic Daily News (CENS) is also returning to IHF, exhibiti...

Institute for Information Institute's (III) MIC estimates that the global electric vehicle scale will reach 9.221 million units this year, with an annual growth rate of more than 48%. The supply of key components like third-generation semiconductors silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) is tight, and the delivery time is still at a high of 42 weeks. Above, the SiC supply chain is still ...

The era of electric vehicles has arrived; according to the 2050 net-zero emission road map of the National Development Council, 30% of newly sold vehicles will be EV in 2030, and the proportion will increase to 60% in 2035. In 2040, 100% of newly sold cars will be electric vehicles. In the next 20 years, the policy will strongly promote electric vehicles on the road. However, the biggest concerns...

⬛ Ralph Yang Stand Tools, based in Taichung, has cemented its role as Taiwan’s top supplier of magnetic tools and digital torque wrenches through long-term investment in R&D capabilities and prioritizing the well-being of the company employees. The company released new magnetic pick-up tools at the end of 2021, aimed for the Japanese and European markets due to their stringent standards for ...

HPMJ Co., Ltd. professionally produces emergency car starters and has developed high-powered lead vehicle starters that are non-leak acid battery designs, able to withstand DC 12V/14AH charging specifications. The company's featured innovative design of the battery shell makes for better bearing current capacity and reduces the chances of product failure. HPMJ's jump starters are compatible with ...

Founded in 1987, Johnwayne Industries Co., Ltd. is a major trading company in Taiwan specializing in supplying a comprehensive range of auto and motorcycle parts and services for customers, suppliers and end users. Under the guiding principle of "trustworthiness, mutual-assistance, and appreciation," Johnwayne is dedicated to providing highly professional and flexible services to meet the diff...

Nan Hoang Traffic Instrument Co., Ltd is one of the major manufacturers of automobile friction materials in Taiwan and globally. Chairman Austin Cheng has implemented the double-arrow strategy this year - own brand of “YangPo” is adopted to focus on global channels while the “NHC brand focuses on improving market shares in global markets, such as Europe, America, Asia, Australia, and the Middle E...

The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the industries' timeline for implementing digital transformation. However, the how's and what's of applying new technologies and improving the added value to existing products and services can be daunting. Three professors from the National Taiwan University College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science founded the startup company "OmniEyes," basi...

■Yang Feng-Chun In a bid to assist manufacturers in Changhua County to expand their market reach overseas against severe competition in the globalized market, Changhua County Government has been an active player in pushing for a makeover and innovation of its local small and medium-sized enterprises. This is done in hopes of establishing stronger connection with international markets. An ex...

⬛ Chao Ting-yu The top hardware show EISENWARENMESSE- International Hardware Fair (IHF) is relaunching on September 25 to 28 in Cologne, with event organizers bringing back in-person events and welcoming buyers alike to source quality products in categories like tools, industrial supply, fasteners and fixings, and home improvement. Economic Daily News (CENS) is also returning to IHF, exhibiti...

The 2022 SAIGONTEX edition ended on July 30 in Ho Chi Minh City. Listed textile companies participating in the Taiwan Textile Federation delegation group included Far Eastern New Century, Shinkong Synthetic Fibers Corporation, Zig Sheng Industrial, and Eclat Textile. Featured products include various popular and functional yarns, fabrics, trademarks, dyes, and auxiliaries. According to the Taiwan...

Show Name: The 22nd Fastener Trade Show Suzhou Show Date: October 26 (Wed) -28 (Fri), 2022 Venue: Suzhou International Expo Center Address: Expo Plaza, Xiandai Ave., Suzhou Industrial Park, Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China Organizer: China Fastener Info (www.chinaFastenerinfo.net, www.chinaFastenerinfo.com) Website: www.fastenertradeshow.net Visitors: 12,000 (expected) Exhibitors: Over 400...

In 2020, Hiwin was awarded as a top ten Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Award, while in the previous year, the company's Cool Type III ballscrew received the Outstanding Award of the Statistics Monitoring Machine Tool Key Components Category at the 2019 14th Annual Machine Tools “R&D Innovative Products” Competition. Affiliated Hiwin Mikrosystem's CRE Absolute Direct Drive Motor TMY65D also won a...

In 2020, Hiwin was awarded as a top ten Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Award, while in the previous year, the company's Cool Type III ballscrew received the Outstanding Award of the Statistics Monitoring Machine Tool Key Components Category at the 2019 14th Annual Machine Tools “R&D Innovative Products” Competition. Affiliated Hiwin Mikrosystem's CRE Absolute Direct Drive Motor TMY65D also won a...

Founded in 1972, Hwang Yu Automobile Parts Co., Ltd. is a IATF 16949 and ISO 14001-certified company specializing production of high-quality aftermarket (AM) automotive steering, suspension and brake components, with over 50 years of manufacturing experience. The company's products are marketed worldwide under its own-brands “3 Star” and “Hwang Yu” and are all popular with global customers. Cu...