As an OEM, it can be very difficult to evaluate the quality of the services you receive from different valve manufacturers. This is even more challenging for startup companies or companies that are changing suppliers and have limited experience in the potential benefits of working with a top supplier.
There are many valve manufacturers online, and for OEMs and companies in the United States, working with a US-based manufacturer is often a priority. There are some top manufacturers and suppliers out there, and shopping around to find the right company to order from is time well spent.
Extensive Inventory of Standard and Hard to Find Valves
The best valve manufacturers offer both off-the-shelf valves as well as custom manufactured valves. Be sure the company is selling their own valves and not acting as a distributor for another manufacturer that may be located in another country. This ensures consistent quality with every order.
Ability to Custom Design Valves
Not all manufacturers offering valves have the capacity to work with custom design orders. Be sure the manufacturer has the capacity to complete the order within the delivery date required. Top manufacturers will ensure they have the capacity to fill your order before finalizing a production date.
Outstanding Customer Service and Support
While your engineers or design team may be able to use the valve company’s online software to specify and design the custom valve, it is still nice to know there is to customer service should you require assistance. Look for manufacturers with a top reputation for both product and customer support.
