Schrader - Company News http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com Sat, 04 Sep 2010 19:43:27 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/images/M_images/rss.png http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com Schrader - Company News http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=107&Itemid=77 Educational Web site addresses industry-specific needs, questions and concerns. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 07:53:16 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=105&Itemid=77 Based on its recent analysis of the automotive vehicle pressure sensors market, Frost Sullivan recognizes Schrader International with the 2009 North American Frost Sullivan Award for Industry Innovation Advancement of the Year. The company’s product line of tire pressure monitoring sensors (TPMS) and value-added services offers customers the unbeatable advantages of quality, efficiency, convenience, and cost-efficiency. The TREAD Act of 2000 marked the beginning of a new category of automotive safety products. The law mandated the installation of tire pressure monitoring systems on all new vehicles sold after September 1, 2007, causing a scramble among tire pressure sensor suppliers for original equipment (OE) production contracts with automakers. “At the time the law was enacted, Schrader had a decade of experience in the development of tire pressure monitoring systems, and had produced sensors for road vehicles for eight years,” says Frost Sullivan Research Analyst, Matt Scruggs. “This favorable initial condition, created by the company’s vision and product development, contributed to the adoption of Schrader tire pressure monitoring sensors by major OE manufacturers (OEMs).” Today, Schrader’s vast clientele includes General Motors, Chrysler LLC, Ford Motor Co., Hyundai Motor America, Mercedes-Benz International, Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan Motor Co., Subaru Automobiles, and Suzuki Motor Co. The company has also acquired a contract for manufacturing tire pressure monitoring systems for BMW motorcycles on a global scale. Schrader has developed its value around the premise of being a ‘one-stop shop’ for OEM tire pressure sensor needs. “Several of the company’s tire pressure sensor models feature “snap-in” installation, allowing faster OE wheel assembly with fewer tools, while reducing overhead costs and enabling more efficient production,” observes Scruggs. “This aids more efficient removal and replacement of the sensor, if required.” Schrader has set up educational clinics, conducted by Tire Industry Association (TIA)-certified employees, to instruct technicians on the proper installation, servicing, and replacement of Schrader-brand sensors. This allows OEM assembly facilities, original equipment spares (OES)-channel repair facilities, and independent repair facilities to make optimum use of the advantages in tooling and labor reduction that the company’s snap-in sensors provide. The company also offers a complete line of diagnostic and service equipment for repair facilities to further reduce service time and increase technician productivity. This is designed to ensure that Schrader sensors’ maintenance is superior to competing sensor brands’. “For convenience and cost-effectiveness, OE service facilities and independent repair facilities can also order service packs containing OE grommets and fittings that are federally required to be replaced along with each TPMS sensor,” notes Scruggs. Each year, Frost Sullivan presents this award to the company that has proven to be a leader in the industry and that, through its pioneering technology, sound business strategy, and research efforts, has been successful in moving the state of the industry forward. Its excellence in the field has extended beyond its technical advancements and encompasses a comprehensive view of market participants, resulting in an ongoing improvement in the industry over time. This award recognizes the company for its broader, more comprehensive participation in the industry and for its contributions to the advancement of the market. Frost Sullivan’s Best Practices Awards recognize companies in a variety of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer service, and strategic product development. Industry analysts compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth interviews, analysis, and extensive secondary research in order to identify best practices in the industry. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:12:03 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=104&Itemid=77 The Schrader-Bridgeport International, Inc. division of Tomkins Industrial and Automotive is capitalizing on its global manufacturing sites and sales offices to better serve its diverse customer base by unifying all global business units under the Schrader International brand. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:23:10 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=101&Itemid=77 Schrader-Bridgeport International, Inc. announces that four employees and representative agents have been added to the company’s roster of Certified Automotive Tire Service (ATS) Instructors as designated by the Tire Industry Association (TIA). Schrader’s Certified ATS Instructors are available to educate technicians and improve their skills and expertise, reflecting the company’s commitment to providing professional, certified TPMS trainers. The Certified ATS Instructor Program is the most advanced level of training that TIA offers, and Schrader was the first TPMS manufacturer to make the Certified ATS Technician Program available to its customers. Through classroom instruction, hands-on participation and demonstrations employing leading edge technology, instructors learn how to provide the specialized training technicians need to service current and future model vehicles with TPMS. Equipped with the proper training, technicians who are TIA Certified have the knowledge and skill to profitably service TPMS systems and avoid damaging critical components. Distributors and technicians who would like to find out more about obtaining instruction should contact a Schrader sales representative. Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:19:49 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=31&Itemid=77 Schrader Electronics, part of Tomkins PLC, Industrial and Automotive Division, has won a new high volume business contract to supply revolutionary designed Fuel Level Sensors (“FLS”) to BMW Motorcycles. For Schrader Electronics, a world leader in the design and manufacture of tire pressure monitoring systems, this new sensing technology marks the latest addition to the company’s market leading product line. Mon, 10 Mar 2008 16:54:19 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=89&Itemid=77 As a result of Tomkins recent divestiture of Trico Products Corporation, the company has announced a realignment and segregation of the automotive aftermarket sales force. Effective October 1, 2007, Cheryl Avery, Global Vice President of Sales, will assume automotive aftermarket responsibility for Tomkins AMG which includes the Ideal, Plews/Edelmann and Schrader-Bridgeport divisions. John Liuzzi, National Sales Manager Automotive East, and Steve Dresser, National Sales Manager Automotive West, will split the retail and distributor aftermarket sales efforts on either side of the Mississippi River with the existing sales rep agencies. Dan Baker, National Sales Manager Schrader EPD, will manage sales to the tire installer market, while Gordon Hoffman, Director of Marketing, will oversee marketing activities. Wed, 03 Oct 2007 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=83&Itemid=77 Schrader Electronics has announced a major new order for its tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS) from one of the world’s largest car manufacturers, with prestigious brands in Europe and North America. The order includes the supply of Schrader’s new snap-in valve sensor and Wireless Auto-Location technology, which will be fitted to 100% of the customer’s vehicles for model years 2009 to 2011 inclusive. Mon, 08 Jan 2007 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=76&Itemid=77 Schrader Bridgeport International, Inc. announces the addition of Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) technical and installation information to its expanded Web site at www.schrader-bridgeport.com/airaware (http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/airaware), and a TPMS Technical Hotline number 1-800-288-1804 for Schrader customers. “The TPMS replacement market is growing rapidly, and tire technicians need access to accurate and timely repair information,” said David Weber, Schrader TPMS Project Manager. “With expensive sensors and transmitters located inside today’s tires, the processes for changing, repairing and rotating tires have changed significantly. To protect the delicate electronics from moisture and dirt, OE manufacturers recommend new caps, cores, grommets and nuts each time a tire is serviced. Brass valve cores cannot be used, since they promote galvanic corrosion in TPMS aluminum valve sensors. Confusing processes must be performed on many vehicles to enable the vehicle to ‘learn’ the new locations of rotated tires. Schrader can help.” Thu, 19 Oct 2006 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=87&Itemid=77 Schrader Electronics, part of the engineering company Tomkins plc, has been selected by Ford Motor Company to supply its snap-in technology for future vehicle platforms in North America. Schrader has developed Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor technology that integrates pressure sensing electronics with a rubber "snap-in" tire valve. The patented technology provides significant benefits to car manufacturers due to its ease and speed of assembly to wheel rims. Thu, 10 Aug 2006 18:00:00 +0100 http://www.schrader-bridgeport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=70&Itemid=77 Schrader Electronics has won a new high volume business contract to supply tire pressure monitoring systems (“TPMS”) to BMW Motorcycles. For Schrader Electronics, a world leader in the design and manufacture of tire pressure monitoring systems, this motorcycle system marks the latest addition to the company’s TPMS product line. The contract provides for the supply of tire pressure monitoring systems to twenty-five percent of BMW motorcycles starting at the end of 2006. BMW Motorcycle’s long-term goal is to incorporate TPMS as a standard feature across its entire model range. This contract signals the first step towards achieving that goal. Stephen McClelland, Managing Director commented: “Schrader Electronics proven track record in tire pressure monitoring technology coupled with over eight years experience in the market place has given us a leading edge over heavy competition. We are delighted to have won this contract in what is a crucial segment of the market.” Sun, 30 Jul 2006 18:00:00 +0100