Ever since the organizers and trade group made the practical decision three years ago to move the show to Taichung, central Taiwan, to be closer to the hub of Taiwan’s manufacturers of hardware products, such as hand tools, plumbing fittings and garden accessories and tools, Taiwan Hardware Show (T

Jawdong Industrial Co., Ltd., located in central Taiwan’s Taichung City, has been engaged in production and development of cable crimping tools as a seasoned maker in the field on the island. With over 36 years of experience in manufacturing, the company has built a trustworthy name recognized b

Since its founding in 1978 in the central Taiwan county of Changhwa, Chang Loon Industrial Co., Ltd. has specialized in making all kinds of hand tools. Having started with manufacturing hand tools meeting GeprUfte Sicherheit (GS) standards, Chang Loon is also one of the most experienced makers i

Compiled by STEVE CHUANG Decades ago auto mechanics and workers on assembly lies manually torqued bolts without knowing exactly the force applied or if such specification mattered. But torque tools as wrenches have come a long way, besides continuing being routinely essential tools used in indus

Living up to Taiwan’s reputation of “Kingdom of Hand Tools,” local suppliers of auto repair tools are earning plaudits for their long-term dedication to R&D and branding upgrades. Unwilling to compromise in the face of rivalry from emerging countries and realizing the danger of market erosion ca

By STEVE CHUANG Hand tool manufacturing, which has been one of Taiwan’s traditional industries with strong presence in the global market for decades, is now looking forward to brighter prospects than ever thanks mainly to new applications and upgraded production technologies developed jointly by

Taiwan's K-Tech Tools Co., Ltd. is a supplier of hand tools for both professional and DIY users, offering a wide range of products including combination pliers, chain-nose/side-cutting pliers, pipe cutters, electrician’s diagonal cutters, heavy-duty grip pliers, circlip pliers, wire clippers, steel

By STEVE CHUANG For decades, Taiwanese tool manufacturers have earned a global reputation for supplying high-profile, innovative products backed by thoughtful services that have helped customers succeed. Some of them showcased their competitive products and services at Automechanika Frankfurt, t

Taiwan's K-Tech Tools Co., Ltd. is a supplier of hand tools for both DIY and professional users, offering a wide range of products including pliers, combination pliers, chain-nose/side-cutting pliers, pipe cutters, electrician’s diagonal cutters, wrenches, L-shaped hex keys, hex-key sets, wire clip

Since its inception in 1958, Chung Cheng Scissors Co. has been developing garden cutting tools as an industry-leading supplier in Taiwan. Unremitting efforts on continuous improvement of products and competitiveness have helped the company to sustainably grow for over five decades. With time-tes

With a history of more than 40 years, Winland Garden Tools Co., Ltd. is certainly one of the best-known manufacturers of garden tools in Taiwan, mostly thanks to its focus on R&D. The 2-in-1 Mini Telescopic Handle – Super Ratchet Pruner + Mini Ratchet Lopper confirms this veteran maker’s well-ho

Since its establishment in 1999, William Tools Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to development and production of ratchet handles and torque wrenches as one of the best-recognized makers in Taiwan. Starting out by making torque tools, the company has accumulated ample expertise to develop a number of

By STEVE CHUANG Pneumatic tools—a category covering air-powered hammers, impact wrenches, spray guns, socket wrenches, grinders, sanders and screwdrivers—account for a major part of Taiwan's power tool production. Local products in this segment have also established a strong presence in the global

Established in 2007, Bai Cheng Tools Co., Ltd. has been making various wrenches and extension bars mostly for auto repair and maintenance as a competitive newcomer in the line. Bai Cheng’s product category encompasses ratchet wrenches, ratchet handles, socket wrenches, extension bars, combinatio

Established in 2007, Bai Cheng Tools Co., Ltd. has been making various wrenches and extension bars mostly for auto repair and maintenance as a competitive newcomer in the line. Bai Cheng’s product category encompasses ratchet wrenches, ratchet handles, socket wrenches, extension bars, combination

Taiwan’s hand tool manufacturers produced NT$17.79 billion of products in the second quarter of this year, up 6% year-on-year (YoY) but down 13.2% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ), according to the latest report authorized by Industry & Technology Intelligence Service (ITIS) of Metal Industries Research &

Over the past four decades, Winland Garden Tools Co., Ltd. has focused on producing gardening tools as a specialist in Taiwan. Steadily sharpening competitive edge, the firm is reputed for its ample expertise and conscientious approach to reliable quality, on-time delivery and timely customer

Since its founding in 1986, Yi Ying Metal Enterprise Co., Ltd. has been devoted to developing and manufacturing gardening tools for over 20 years. Drawing on its seasoned know-how and R&D capacity, this market-driven manufacturer has developed a number of material-efficient, multi-functional and

Riding on the mild economic growth and booming realty market in the United States, the 68th National Hardware Show (NHS), held on May 7-9 in Las Vegas, was bustling with business optimism and educational opportunities. Still North America’s biggest trade fair for the hardware and related industr

Wise Center Industrial Group Inc., one of Taiwan’s most globally competitive suppliers of garden tools, has experienced an explosive growth of sales in Southeast Asia, offsetting declines that have afflicted the European market in the wake of the debt crisis there. Founded in 1991 in the ce

Founded in 1958 in Changhua County, central Taiwan, Chung Cheng Scissors Co., has focused on production of gardening cutters as one of the oldest makers on the island. With over 50 years of hard work, the company steadily hones competitiveness to stay in the ever-changing market. Such effort has

The Taiwan Hardware Show (THS) 2012 again proved itself as the best business platform for the hardware industry in Taiwan, netting tremendous business opportunities for participants during its three-day run from October 11 to 13 at Taipei World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1. The show has come

Since its establishment in 1999, William Tools Co., Ltd. has been dedicated to development and production of ratchet handles and torque wrenches as one of the best-recognized makers in Taiwan. Starting out by making torque tools, the company has accumulated ample expertise to develop a number of

Industry turned out NT$16.38 billion in hand tools in the quarter, up 2.1% QoQ Amid widespread decline of Taiwan’s exports, the hand tool industry however saw output grow moderately in the third quarter of 2012 to stay in comparatively good shape. According to the latest report by the Metal

Unsatisfied to rest on its laurels as Taiwan’s largest supplier of ratchet wrenches by annual export volume, Chang Loon Industrial Co., Ltd. has been focusing on R&D, aiming to build new growth with its ProRatchet® brand. Since its founding in 1978 in the central Taiwan county of Changhwa, Chang

The Taiwan Hardware Show (THS) 2012 again proved itself as the best business platform for the hardware industry in Taiwan, netting tremendous business opportunities for participants during its three-day run from October 11 to 13 at Taipei World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1. The show has come

Living up to Taiwan’s reputation of “Kingdom of Hand Tools,” local suppliers of auto repair tools are earning plaudits for their long-term dedication to R&D and branding upgrades. Unwilling to compromise in the face of rivalry from emerging countries and realizing the danger of market erosion ca

The high-profile products of Taiwanese hand tool manufacturers attracted the attention of professional buyers in the 2012 Taipei International Auto Parts and Accessories Show (AMPA) that ran from April 11 to April 14. Four prominent Taiwanese manufacturers, Proxene Tools Co., Ltd., Honiton Indus

A brand is a symbolic embodiment of all the explicit information connected to a company's name, products or services, and often represents implicit values, ideas and personality. Building a brand is a go-to-market strategy that, when successful, can create expectations and associations between own-

The Taiwan Hardware Show (THS), inaugurated a decade ago, was held the 11th time October 20-22, 2011 at Taipei World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1, showing influence by drawing nearly 6,000 visitors from home and abroad on the first day and logging over 19,000 visitors when the curtains fell, wit