With the acceleration of General Motors Corporation's (GMC) T1XX program for its next-generation full-size pickups, Canada Rubber Group Inc. (CRGI) is now actively servicing supplier RFQ’s for T1XX rubber parts.
Under the T1XX program, GMC is redesigning and lightening the next versions of its SUV’s and pickup trucks. With the acceleration of the T1XX program, the next-generation full-size pickups have been pushed forward by about nine months to fall 2018, and the next-generation full-size SUVs such as the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon will follow about a year later. Similar to Ford’s aluminum bodied F-150, GM will mostly focus on lightening the new platform under the program.
As a major supplier of rubber parts for vehicle programs to the world’s leading automakers, CRGI is gearing up to service the new GMC program. “With the accelerated T1XX program, we expect there will be a strong demand for automotive rubber parts under the new program,” said Paul Carey, CRGI’s automotive sales manager. “We will be leveraging our already strong supply relationships and production capabilities to supply T1XX rubber parts that OEM’s and Tier-1 suppliers need for the new program.”
T1XX Rubber Parts from CRGI
For more than 25 years, CRGI has supplied automotive OEM’s and their supply chains with high performance automotive rubber parts. From gaskets and seals, to stripping, molding, sleeves, grommets, plugs and more, CRGI is a trusted and reliable source of supply. Rubber parts that CRGI has supplied to vehicle programs include the following:
Seals and stripping for a range of applications, including: body; driveline; engine; steering and suspension; wheel-end; bearing; and doors, windows, hoods and trunks.
Ducts, boots and cuffs. Fabricated from materials that are resistant to abrasion, solvents, and oils.
Pedal Pads. Pedal pads for both new vehicle programs and after-market applications.
Isolators and Dampeners. Isolators and acoustic dampeners from rubber, felt, cork, or other materials.
Anti-Vibration Pads. Anti-vibration pads that resist compression set, aging, and fluids. Our pads can be kiss cut and supplied on rolls for ease of installation.
Plenum Plugs. Precision fabricated plenum plugs that provide a high-quality seal and maximum water drainage throughout their life cycle.
Grommets. Rubber grommets that provide protection to vehicle wiring or cabling.
Trim items, including gimp seals.
T1XX Rubber Parts: CRGI Advantages
OEM’s and suppliers tasked with sourcing T1XX rubber parts can have confidence not only in CRGI’s capabilities for servicing the new program, but also in the value-added services that CRGI provides to its automotive customers.
As a growth-oriented supplier that is technologically advanced and teamwork driven, CRGI works with a global automotive supply chain to provide cost-effective, high quality rubber parts. CRGI understands the importance of value-add in the servicing of vehicle programs. Of importance for the T1XX program, CRGI will be able to utilize its extensive prior experience in servicing ASTM D2000 line call-outs, as well as the material specifications of major automakers, including General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, Nissan, Mazda, BMW, Honda, Toyota, and Volvo.
CRGI’s value chain is designed to provide a seamless customer experience while adding value every step of the way. Value-adding services we offer to our automotive partners include program management, global logistics management, inventory warehouse management to support JIT parts provision, EDI and bar coding, and PPAP and 2D/3D CAD drawing support.
If you are looking for a reliable supplier of T1XX rubber parts, CRGI is your partner of choice. To find out more about how we can help service your T1XX program needs, please contact our sales department at crg@canadarubbergroup.com.