The wheel is arguably the most important part of a vehicle. Safety, comfort, performance, and function are all qualities that wheels must meet. And with powered two-wheelers (PTWs, including both motorcycles and scooters), all terrain vehicles (ATVs), or utility vehicles (UTVs), style is another fa

Taipei, Oct. 8, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$2.24 billion worth of machine tools in the first seven months of this year, for an annual growth of 17.3%, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the non-profit Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). The export of metal-cutting machine

Taiwan's furniture manufacturers have been trying to keep up with world trends in recent years, and to remain profitable, by putting more emphasis on the development of innovative "green" products. To avoid the intense competition that characterizes the field of traditional furniture, Taiwan's f

Furniture makers in China and Vietnam, generally resorting to underselling as more a survival strategy than sensible business decision, have been forcing the hands of rivals in Taiwan to be creative to fend off price-cutting. Specifically the makers of metal and glass furniture have fought off the

The 2008 Taipei International Food Show, organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), wound up June 21 at the Taipei World Trade Center Nangang Exhibition Hall. This 18-year-old event, also known as Food Taipei 2008, was simultaneously held with FoodTech Taipei and Taipei Pa

Taipei, Sept. 30, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan will replace South Korea as the world's fifth0-largest producing nation of machine tools this year, according to statistics released by the Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI). The TAMI made the projection in accord with the survey results of the

With over a decade of manufacturing experience, Sincere Metal Ent. Co., Ltd. is one of Taiwan's most dedicated manufacturers of industrial parts, especially in the locking system. At present, the company's major product lines include metal-forming parts, motorcycle parts, motorcycle accessories,

Taipei, Aug. 27, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$1.921 billion worth of machine tools in the first half of this year, representing a 20.8% year-on-year growth, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of this, exports for metal-cutting machin

Hoping to tap the mutually-beneficial advantages available from the eventual formation of ASEAN (the Association of Southeast Asian Nations) into a free-trade zone, Taiwan-based manufacturers are flocking to set up plants in Vietnam, which has been often reported as quickly developing into their se

Among many strategies adopted to cope with the reckless underselling by mainland Chinese competitors in the global fastener segment, Taiwan-based suppliers have chosen to go upmarket, or engage in R&D and fabrication of OE (original equipment) automotive fasteners in recent years. However, it may b

Taipei, July 30, 2008 (CENS)--As high oil prices impact sales of machine tools worldwide, leading domestic manufacturers, including Chin Fong Machine Industrial Co. and Far East Machinery Co., aim to find the silver lining in the gloomy climate by focusing on developing green products featuring ene

Taipei, July 15, 2008 (CENS)--The Small & Medium Enterprise Administration (SMEA) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has recently decided to budget NT$325 million (US$10.48 million at US$1 = NT$31) to help form clusters for technology-intensive small- and medium-sized enterprises on the

Hydroforming, a cost-effective way of shaping malleable metals such as aluminum into lightweight, structurally stiff and strong pieces, is often used in top-end shaping of automotive body and chassis parts. Noteworthy is that hydroforming is able to form complex shapes with concavities, difficult o

Taipei, June 27, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$1.199 billion of machine tools in the first four months of this year, up 20.7% year-on-year, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Machine tools are typically grouped into two major categori

Taipei, May 7, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$534.9 million worth of machine tools in the first two months of this year, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.3%, according to customs statistics compiled by the non-profit Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of the above, exports of metal

Yunsing Industrial Co., founded in June 1972, specializes in producing automatic cold-roll forming machines and such products as roofing and wall cladding, automotive parts, furniture, corrugated sheets, stepped tile roofing, floor decking, C-channel, ceiling T-bars and partitions, rolling shutters

Spurred by the increased demand for automated production equipment around the world, Taiwan's machine-tool manufacturers are accelerating development of a variety of CNC (computerized numerically controlled) models with outstanding results. While most of the manufacturers are concentrating on gen

With sky-high oil prices and hence metal ore extraction and refining costs also climbing alongside last year, the machinery industry in Taiwan was generally upset by such rocketing prices, while the unfavorable scenario is expected to continue in 2008, according to a research report prepared by the

Taipei, April 3, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$298.9 million worth of machine tools in January 2008, representing a 9.4% year-on-year growth, according to customs statistics compiled by the non-profit Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). The same tallies showed that exports of metal-cutting

Established in 1990, the ISO 9001 certified Mintar International Corp. specializes in manufacturing high-quality aftermarket fuel tanks and oil pans for mainly American and European car makes. To assure the highest product quality, the company conducts 100% in-house production with top-end equip

Taipei, March 5, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan exported US$3.471 billion worth of machine tools in 2007, representing a 17.1% year-on-year growth, according to customs statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of the total exports, metal-cutting machine tools accounted for US$2.73

Nearly 140 exhibitors from 10 countries displayed their latest products at the Hong Kong International Hardware and Home Improvement Fair 2007, held from October 28 through 31. The focal point at the 2007 event was the new DIY Zone, packed with a wide range of products such as handles, p

Despite the obvious downsizing of Taiwan's furniture industry in recent year due to the massive outflow of production lines to neighboring Southeast Asia and China, mainly caused by less favorable conditions at home-rising labor rates, land prices and clearly more competitive counterparts offshore-

Taiwan's iron and steel industry will continue to grow through 2010, according to the speakers at a seminar held by the Industrial Technology Intelligence Services (ITIS) office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) on Nov. 22. The speakers included Chen Chien-jen, senior industry consultant a

Taipei, Jan. 3, 2008 (CENS)--Taiwan saw exports of machine tools amount to US$2.796 billion in the first 10 months of 2007, representing a year-on-year growth of 15.2%, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of this, exports for domesticall

Taipei, Aug. 1, 2006 (CENS)--Exports of Taiwan-made machine tools amounted to US$1.138 billion in the first five months of this year, up 7.6% from the corresponding period of last year, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Metal-cutting m

Taipei, June 28, 2006 (CENS)--Exports of Taiwan-made machine tools amounted to US$874.39 million in the first four months of this year, up 8.5% from the corresponding period of last year, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of the export

Taipei, June 2, 2006 (CENS)--Overall exports of Taiwan-made machine tools amounted to US$631.947 million in the first three months of this year, representing an increase of 9% from US$579.864 million posted in the corresponding period of last year, according to custom-cleared statistics compiled by

After an absence of six years, the Taipei International Furniture Show (TIFS) regained its strength on the international stage with its Mar. 15-18, 2006 expo held at the Taipei World Trade Center (TWTC). The show was believed to be the most significant event this year by many Taiwanese furniture ma

Taipei, May 3, 2006 (CENS)—Taiwan' s exports of machine tools amounted to US$388.29 million in the first two months of this year, up 5.4% from the corresponding period of last year, according to customs-cleared statistics compiled by the Taiwan Machine Tool Foundation (TMTF). Of the exports, met