Overseas equipment and machinery procurement and import agency services
Are you having trouble procuring equipment and machinery from overseas?
Due to factors such as trading companies withdrawing from the market and the increasing complexity of dealing with overseas manufacturers, traditional procurement methods are becoming less effective in many cases.
"Unable to procure"
"Negotiations with overseas manufacturers are not progressing."
"I have concerns about their technical support capabilities."
"Negotiations with overseas manufacturers are not progressing."
"I have concerns about their technical support capabilities."
Taihei Boeki provides a one-stop solution, from procuring overseas equipment to technical support.
Do you have any of these concerns?
- Unable to negotiate directly with overseas manufacturers
- Due to the trading company's withdrawal, it has become difficult to obtain equipment and machinery.
- We want to install the same equipment in Japan as in our overseas factories.
- I want to entrust everything from import procedures to technical support to a single company.
- Drawings and model numbers exist, but the manufacturer is unknown.
Taihei Boeki provides comprehensive support, from overseas procurement and import agency services to manufacturer negotiations and implementation support.
What is overseas equipment procurement? (Fundamentals of overseas equipment procurement and import)
Overseas procurement refers to purchasing equipment and devices directly or indirectly from overseas manufacturers.
In recent years, the demand has been increasing for the following reasons:
- Securing equipment that is not available domestically
- Cost reduction
- Responding to requests for specific manufacturers
On the other hand, the following challenges also exist:
- Language and contractual risks
- Discrepancies in understanding of technical specifications
- Export and import regulations and the complexity of procedures
- Geopolitical risks (international situation, regulatory changes, etc.)
Negotiation services with overseas manufacturers (solving challenges in overseas equipment procurement)
Taihei Boeki handles negotiations with overseas manufacturers on your behalf, reducing procurement risks.
- Specification confirmation and technical negotiation
- Obtaining quotes and negotiating prices
- Delivery date adjustment
- Summary of contract terms
We can handle projects where direct negotiation with overseas manufacturers is difficult.
We provide comprehensive support, from importing overseas equipment to assisting with its installation.
Overseas procurement isn't a "purchase and done" process.
Taihei Boeki provides comprehensive support, including the post-procurement process.
- Import/export procedures (invoices and customs clearance)
- Logistics arrangements
- Installation and commissioning support (depending on the project)
- Post-implementation follow-up
We provide comprehensive support from procurement to operation.
We can also handle hard-to-obtain items and cases where trading companies have withdrawn from the market.
We have a proven track record in projects like the following:
- Equipment whose supply was discontinued due to the trading company's withdrawal.
- Cases where direct transactions with manufacturers are difficult
- Replacement procurement for discontinued products
- Rediscovering Overseas Suppliers
Features of Taihei Boeki's Overseas Procurement Services
We provide comprehensive support, from procurement of overseas equipment and industrial machinery to technical assistance.
- Compatible with equipment and production machinery from overseas manufacturers.
- We can also handle items that are difficult to obtain due to trading companies withdrawing from the market.
- Consultation is possible even before the procurement method is finalized.
(Overseas procurement process)
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- Requirements hearing
- Selection of overseas manufacturers
- Obtaining and negotiating quotes
- Ordering and Import Procedures
- Delivery and implementation support
Three reasons why Taihei Boeki is the right choice
➊ Over 70 years of overseas procurement expertise
Thanks to our many years of experience, we can handle cases that are difficult for general trading companies to manage.
- Procurement based on model number and drawings
- Identifying cases with unknown manufacturers
- Alternative proposals for discontinued products
➋ Multiple procurement routes through a robust overseas network
In addition to direct negotiations with overseas manufacturers, we utilize our overseas bases and local networks.
We can handle "multiple procurement routes," which is difficult for general trading companies.
- Responding to the withdrawal of trading companies and discontinuation of supply of certain products.
- Flexible proposals to address delivery date and quantity constraints.
➌ Technical support system that goes beyond procurement
Our support is provided by technical staff who have received training from overseas manufacturers.
- Product selection and specification confirmation
- On-site attendance during installation
- Japanese manual creation
- Post-implementation support
Case Studies
We provide comprehensive support, from procuring overseas equipment to technical assistance.We have achieved reduced workload and improved safety by automating the riveting process.
(Background/Issues)
At automobile manufacturers' production sites, the increasing number of rivets was raising the workload, pushing manual labor to its limits. While considering automation of the process, the introduction of overseas-made industrial equipment and facilities was considered, but the following challenges arose.
- Because the equipment is manufactured by an overseas company, there is no domestic procurement channel.
- I can't find a trading company that can handle not only procurement but also specification confirmation and technical support during implementation.
- I'm worried about making initial contact and having technical discussions with overseas manufacturers.
Against this backdrop, there was a need for a partner who could handle both the procurement of overseas industrial equipment and technical support in one package.
(Our response)
Taihei Boeki leveraged its experience in procuring overseas industrial equipment and its technical support system to provide the following support:
- Direct contact and visits to overseas manufacturers
- Confirmation of equipment specifications, scrutiny of procurement details
- Training at an overseas manufacturer
- Creating a Japanese manual
- On-site supervision and technical support during equipment installation
- Post-implementation after-sales support
Our services went beyond mere procurement; we provided comprehensive support, including establishing a system to ensure the safe and reliable operation of overseas equipment within Japan.
(Implementation results)
Through Taihei Boeki's overseas procurement and technical support, the following results were achieved:
- Smooth introduction of overseas-made industrial equipment into the domestic market.
- Automating the riveting process reduces the workload.
- Contributes to improving worker safety and preventing injuries.
- We will continue to provide technical support even after implementation.
Being able to entrust everything from procuring overseas equipment to providing technical support in a one-stop service reduced the burden on both the field and management departments, and led to stable operations.
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For those experiencing difficulties procuring overseas equipment and machinery.
- The procurement method has not been decided.
- Only drawings and model numbers are available.
- I was rejected by other companies.
We can handle situations even at that stage.
Please feel free to contact us first.
Please feel free to contact us first.
FAQ
Q: Can I consult with you even if I only have drawings and model numbers?
A: We can accommodate your request if you provide us with the specifications.
A: We can accommodate your request if you provide us with the specifications.
Q: Can you handle projects that have been rejected by other companies or trading firms?
A: Yes, we can handle that. We have a proven track record.
A: Yes, we can handle that. We have a proven track record.
Q: Can you also handle communication with overseas manufacturers on our behalf?
A: Yes, we do support it.
A: Yes, we do support it.
Q: Is it possible to have a technician present or provide implementation support?
A: We can handle it depending on the details of the case.
A: We can handle it depending on the details of the case.
Q: What is your service area?
A: We primarily serve Europe, the United States, and Asia.
A: We primarily serve Europe, the United States, and Asia.
Taihei Boeki is a trading company specializing in the procurement and implementation support of overseas equipment and industrial machinery.
We provide one-stop support, from import to technical assistance, ensuring reliable and safe equipment installation.
