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Standard is a full line supplier of Vehicle Control and Engine Management components offering more than 50 000 precision engineered parts Professional technicians have trusted Standard since 1919 Standard is a vertically integrated supplier with 19 manufacturing facilities 1 2 3 STANDARD Highlights When OE Fails Trust Standard StandardBrand com What s in your box Standard is the flagship brand of Standard Motor Products Inc SMP a leading aftermarket manufacturer for more than 100 years From humble beginnings in New York to a world class manufacturer with a global footprint SMP supplies both aftermarket distributors and new vehicle manufacturers Throughout our history we have thrived in an industry that is constantly evolving Company Timeline StandardBrand com 1919 Standard Motor Products was founded in New York City by Elias Fife 1995 The SMP Corporate Training center was opened in Irving Texas to further enhance the technician training experience 1932 SMP led the aftermarket in a Supreme Court case which ensured vehicle owners could have their cars serviced by independent shops 2002 We began manufacturing fuel injectors in Greenville South Carolina 1979 Standard introduced Technician Training Clinics highlighting our commitment to training and education 2006 We opened a state of the art engineering and manufacturing facility in Bialystok Poland for sensors VVT components and ignition coils STANDARD SMP operates 13 Research and Development Centers around the world Locations include New York South Carolina Germany and Poland In addition to developing aftermarket components SMP s Engineered Solutions team is working with new vehicle manufacturers designing custom applications for the next generation of light vehicles construction equipment and powersports applications Research Development StandardBrand com STANDARD From start to finish we are an expert manufacturer with 19 Manufacturing Facilities around the world We inspect and validate our own raw materials and control the entire manufacturing process to ensure quality Our facilities hold IATF 16949 ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications Precision Manufacturing StandardBrand com STANDARD As an American company we believe in manufacturing in North America Two thirds of the parts we manufacture and sell are from North America and we are committed to increasing our manufacturing capabilities here Manufacturing Footprint StandardBrand com STANDARD North American Manufacturing Full Electric Vehicles already make up 25 of all new vehicle sales in China Our engineers in China are working with OEMs developing and manufacturing components for new electric vehicles in China Our work in China is helping us stay ahead of the technology curve Like most manufacturers we also have a presence in Asia The SMP difference is that we have multiple Joint Ventures JVs where we have full control of the manufacturing process In addition to our multiple JVs in China we also have our own manufacturing facility in Taiwan Manufacturing Footprint StandardBrand com Advantages of Being in China STANDARD Standard Testing Procedures Europe North America or Asia all of our components are rigorously tested for performance and durability Before a part is introduced it is subjected to a series of category specific tests TPMS Sensors are salt spray tested Cam Crank Sensors are vibration tested and VVT Solenoids are shock tested vibration tested and oil tested Once a part is in production it is subject to end of line testing to ensure quality before it is placed in the Standard box Testing and Evaluation StandardBrand com STANDARD Our testing facility in Irving Texas is responsible for validating the performance of new products before they are released Standard products don t just have to fit like OE they have to perform and seamlessly integrate with the complex systems of new vehicles On vehicle validation is the only way to ensure our parts work correctly when your customers need them to On Vehicle Validation StandardBrand com STANDARD The best products deserve the best sales support National advertising campaigns the industry s most experienced sales team and technical and training support are all behind our box Sales Support StandardBrand com MARKETING Targeted digital ads print advertisements sponsored technical articles and printed marketing materials help tell the Standard brand story EXPERIENCED SALES TEAM With more than 75 trained sales people from coast to coast we are actively engaged with our distribution and service provider partners YOUTUBE CHANNEL With more than 600 technical videos the Standard YouTube channel has proven to be a valuable resource for technicians and parts professionals WHAT S IN YOUR BOX StandardBrand com HERE IS WHAT S IN OURS Inside every Standard and Blue Streak box you ll find the results of advanced research precision manufacturing and detailed lab testing and validation Our parts are also tested on vehicles to make sure they perform in all conditions and integrate with the complex electronic systems of modern vehicles We also support technicians with sales and technical support and the industry s most awarded and recognized training programs That is what s in our box STANDARD Training is an integral part of Standard We strongly believe that education and training is the key to a healthy aftermarket Classes are offered in high tech categories such as ADAS and Servicing Electric Vehicles Each year we train 35 000 technicians and hold more than 1 200 in person classes Additionally we offer robust online training programs and the free Pro Training Power Hour Training StandardBrandTraining com ProTrainingPowerHour com Our most advanced training these hands on sessions are held at the SMP Corporate Training Center in Irving Texas Train when you want and how you want with these recorded sessions that cover a variety of topics on demand These 4 hour sessions are held throughout the country New courses and topics are added annually to meet the needs of today s technicians These sessions are held monthly and are available to current and aspiring technicians at no charge STANDARD In addition to Standard s full premium line of replacement components we also offer Blue Streak kits and components The Blue Streak brand is focused on giving technicians more Improvements over the OE design to address known flaws or more components in the box to make it easier to do the job right Blue Streak StandardBlueStreak com VVT Solenoid Kits VVT Solenoid Kits include improvements over the OE design for improved durability and include both solenoids and gaskets GDI Fuel Pump Kits GDI Fuel Pump Kits include a new high pressure pump cam follower and gaskets and hardware for a complete repair Cam and Crank Sensor Kits Cam and Crank Sensor Kits include a new connector for an easier installation and trouble free performance Ignition Coil Kits OE Durability Improved Ignition Coils include engineering improvements for a longer service life and improved durability and are offered in multipacks for a complete coil service Popular Blue Streak Kits STANDARD Technicians trust Standard and Blue Streak more than any other full line supplier of Engine Management Products Decades of quality and performance keep technicians asking for the Standard box Brand Strength StandardBrand com of Technicians who rated brands favorably 100 80 60 75 Standard Blue Streak Import Direct GP Sorensen Wells Dorman Master Pro Duralast Administered by Babcox Media in July of 2023 T Series by Standard 65 61 48 46 41 38 30 28 40 20 0 STANDARD Our popular initiative is a reminder to always ask What s in Your Box when you are selecting a replacement part for your customers Unfortunately many aftermarket components are simply sourced from a low cost factory and tossed into a box Using these parts hurts the reputation of the entire industry and drives customers back to the dealership Ask your other suppliers What is in your box Do you have your own factories Do you have an on vehicle testing center What s In Your Box StandardWhatsInYourBox com WHAT S IN YOUR BOX STANDARD In addition to the highest quality best performing components technicians also look to Standard for industry leading coverage in multiple categories Coverage also means having the related parts required to do the job right From high tech ADAS components to simple relays and connectors Standard has you covered Full Line Coverage StandardBrand com Your Full Coverage Supplier ABS Sensors Accelerator Pedal Sensor Active Grille Actuator Active Grille Shutter Camshaft Sensor Canister Purge Valve Combination Switch Crank Sensor Electronic Throttle Body Four Wheel Drive Actuator Fuel Injectors Fuel Pressure Sensor Fuel Vapor Canister GDI Fuel Pump Kit Ignition Coils Lane Departure Cameras MAP Sensor Parking Brake Actuators Park Assist Cameras Park Assist Sensors Power Sunroof Motor TPMS Sensor Turbocharger Boost Solenoid Turbocharger Kit Vacuum Pump VVT Solenoids VVT Sprocket Standard has over 200 parts for the 2015 Ford F 150 STANDARD The more you know about Standard the easier it is to recommend with confidence When compared to other brands Standard s products and programs make more and more sense Recommending Standard StandardBrand com LOW COST PRODUCTS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PRODUCTS Shorter lines limited availability of related parts for a complete repair Often sourced from low cost factories with no testing or validation Could be remanufactured or rebuilt The same design and material that just failed No supplier is OE on every vehicle To round out product lines part numbers are often sourced from low cost factories Full programs with related items and kits technicians are looking for Regardless of where the product was manufactured the part has been tested and validated Industry leading sales support STANDARD Standard has adapted to changes in vehicle technology for over 100 years and we are committed to meeting the demands of technicians for the next 100 years Regardless of the powertrains used in the vehicles of the future Standard will be there with the best performing replacement parts and industry leading training to support technicians The Next 100 Years StandardBrand com ADVANCED ICE Internal Combustion Engines have become increasingly complex to meet tightening emissions standards and improve fuel economy Standard is leading the way in quality and coverage in categories like Variable Valve Timing Turbochargers Gasoline Direct Injection and more POWERTRAIN NEUTRAL Regardless of how vehicles are powered we know they will have more and more sensors and still rely on a 12 volt system We are constantly expanding our Powertrain Neutral categories like Electronic Parking Brake Actuators ADAS components ABS Speed Sensors and more HYBRID AND EV In addition to already offering thousands of components for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles we are also introducing new training programs to help technicians diagnose and service these complex vehicles STANDARD
