We enjoyed a successful Motortec Madrid 2022, bringing together our Spanish Authorised Service Centre (ASC) network and showcasing the new Melett Inside quality tag concept.

With more than 60,000 visitors in attendance, the crucial part that our ASCs plays in creating a quality turbocharger repair and communicating and engaging with independent garage customers was showcased at the event.

Support from our ASC network – a team of trusted experts who firmly believe in providing the highest quality products, technical support and customer service – was available on the Melett stand and included Turbo Premium, TurboParts, Turbos Y Equipos Diesel, Turbotècnic Automoció, Casty-Romer, Turbo ALCALÁ, TurboGas 2, Turbos PCK and Turbos ITR Zaragoza.

The event was also attended by two other members of the ASC network with their own stands: Turbos Córdoba S.L, at stand 3B23 and Manuel Gambín S.L., at stand 7A19.

A key highlight and talking point was the unveiling of our new “Melett Inside” quality tag concept, which is available exclusively through the ASC network.

The scheme has been designed to help workshops easily identify high-quality turbocharger repairs carried out by the ASCs, using genuine Melett spare parts.

Victoria MacMillan, our International Marketing Manager said: “We were very proud to showcase our ASC partners and the benefits the network brings to the region. Engagement and communication are key and from talking to visitors it is evident that our ASCs are trusted and well-respected turbocharger repair specialists in the industry.”

As the global market leader in precision engineered turbochargers and parts, Melett uses the latest machinery and technology, including casting tooling, welding machines and the latest Japanese CNC controlled equipment with onboard CMM to produce the highest quality turbocharger parts.

 

With a wealth of experience in component production, quality control, and a thorough understanding of the full manufacturing process – accredited to ISO9001:2015 Quality Management System – the Melett approach is based on trust, reliability and availability.

We will be presenting our highly qualified network of Authorised Service Centres (ASC) alongside our latest product innovations at Autopromotec Bologna on 25^th – 28^th May.

Melett ASCs are a network of trusted turbocharger repair experts who firmly believe in quality workmanship as well as providing the highest quality products, technical support and customer service.

We will be showcasing the ASC network  at our stand (stand B94, hall 21) where the new Melett Inside quality tag programme will also be on show. Melett Inside stands for the quality partnership between Melett and the ASCs.

Melett North America Inc. is looking to build on its growth in recent years and highlight the opportunities for the market when it exhibits at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) ’22, held between 24 and 27 January 2022 at Grapevine TX.

On display will be some of Melett’s most popular CHRA’s (core assemblies) and complete turbochargers for the Ford Ecoboost Engine, specifically for Ford F-150 2.7L and 3.5L applications. Also on display will be its range of high-quality turbocharger components for Ford Mustang 2.3L 2014> and Honda 2HX 1.5L 2016>.

Read the full article: Association of Diesel Specialists, December 2021 – Melett charges into HDAW ‘22 with exciting new developments – Association of Diesel Specialists

To remanufacture means to return the turbo to as close to new as possible. Components are inspected against original equipment specifications for correct dimensional tolerances and worn components are replaced. A remanufactured turbo should meet OEM standards for quality, performance and durability.

Through Melett’s extensive research, it is quite feasible for a reman turbocharger to be subject to greater scrutiny by independent garages than a ‘new’ unit, despite the new unit potentially being of lesser quality than the remanufactured equivalent.

A remanufactured turbo can tick all the boxes for OE quality specification, price, technical quality, and performance, while also having a reduced environmental impact.

Low cost and lower quality ‘new’ turbochargers are widely available and can have a detrimental, disruptive effect on the market.

Promoting higher standards of reman

Melett, through its “What’s in Your Turbo” campaign is reminding the market that when comparing a high-quality product with a lower cost alternative, it is risky to assume that they are equivalent parts, even if they look the same. It is important to consider more than just the visual appearance of a component.

While components look very similar to their higher quality counterparts, premature component failure is common as these poor-quality products cannot perform efficiently under the extreme operating conditions. It is important to recognise the point at which cutting margins turns into reducing quality as this can harm customer relationships.

Every component has a minimal price point and anything lower than that point can only be achieved by using lower grade raw materials in the manufacturing process.

The consequences of using lower quality components affects the entire supply chain and the reputations of businesses within it. To get it right first time, every time, quality is key.

As an aftermarket supplier, Melett is recognised as the reliable supply partner by small turbo repair workshops through to large volume and OE turbo remanufacturing facilities. Melett is also an approved supplier to several vehicle manufacturers for their own aftermarket turbo programs.

The level of precision required in the manufacturing of turbo parts is extremely high and consistency is therefore vital. Producing one component with 100% accuracy is a relatively simple process; to achieve the same level of accuracy when producing thousands of components is an extremely difficult task, and without the use of strict manufacturing processes this would not be possible.

The turbocharger market is at a pivotal point. It must fight this needless race to the bottom and promote remanufacturing, investment and engineering, leading to greater prosperity throughout the entire market.

See: Melett discusses remanufactured turbos – Professional Motor Factor (pmfmag.co.uk)

Recognising that turbocharger repairers require quick solutions and instant access to the most accurate, up-to-date product data, Melett has launched an interactive tool helping them quickly and easily find, compare, and order Melett components.

The easy-to-navigate online catalogue enables turbo repair specialists to search by turbo manufacturer or component type and freely drill-down data to find the required product.

For example, repairers can quickly compare specific dimensions, effortlessly research product specifications and clearly view product images, providing them with the latest, relevant information.

Darren Johnson, group sales director, said: “We’re dedicated to providing solutions that make life easier for our customers. Over the past year, we’re finding that customers are increasingly moving to digital platforms to source their information and place an order. The launch of our online catalogue complements our online ordering platform and makes it simpler for our customers to find and order the parts they need without having to rely on a separate reference catalogue.

“Unlike paper or PDF catalogues, customers can easily sort, filter and compare products. The online catalogue is regularly updated with new and updated products, so users will have confidence that they are accessing the latest and correct information.”

Offering an in-depth breakdown of repair parts available from Melett, the catalogue is split down by turbocharger manufacturer and turbo model. Where applicable, parts are referenced to a vehicle make/model or OE part number.

The catalogue provides access to detailed dimensions and drawings of parts including shaft & wheels, compressor wheels, bearing housings, nozzle rings, seal plates & heat shields.

Further information includes Melett’s vast range of CHRA / cartridges, turbine housings, compressor housings, and complete turbochargers. The catalogue also covers the company’s actuators, gearboxes and ancillaries, and provides a complete view of turbo repair kits.

The new online catalogue is free to registered users of the Melett website and can be accessed via www.melett.com/parts-catalogues.