SALTILLO, COAH.– The manufacturing of springs was the origin of Zor Capital Group , from where a history of continuous development began, which considered adding the manufacturing of other parts for transport vehicles, but also a wide distribution network of auto parts for light and heavy vehicles .

Zor Capital Group comprises the manufacturing brands KATAI , Durothane , and SYF, while spare parts distribution includes DIREGO , one of the market’s leading players.

Technology, the route

Zor Capital Group has evolved not only through the incorporation of new products, but, while it began with springs under the KATAI brand , it has now expanded to include Durothane, which are polyurethane parts  primarily for trailer components. SYF, meanwhile, focuses on the production of air tanks and suspension components .

During a tour of the plants of the three brands that share the same complex, one of the constants that can be seen is the innovation in processes, aimed at being increasingly efficient , but also at taking advantage of available technologies.

KATAI ‘s production lines include updated processes , not only for precise cuts and precise drilling, but also for painting and treating steel to enhance its strength. Robots are responsible for these processes, supervised by trained personnel.

The robotization of KATAI’s production lines aims to improve the consistency of manufacturing quality , but also to make them more efficient and serve both the Mexican and export markets, primarily the United States.

In the latter, they have also adapted to the current conditions of tariff implementation. While they use steel from Turkey and Mexico for parts destined for the United States, the steel originates in that nation, according to Alejandro García Pérez, Commercial Director.

Durothane is an example of the group’s evolution , a sign of internationalization, as today it manufactures polyurethane engine and suspension mounts following the acquisition of the American firm, Dyco Industries, which was added to Zor to boost it and serve the spare parts markets.

Durothane’s value proposition is the useful life of the parts to replace rubber parts , but through polyurethane, the parts have a longer use and are therefore more efficient.

At SYF, production is also automated using various robots responsible for precise cutting of the air tanks, as well as the precise welding. The painting process leverages the latest technology to prevent rust and provide greater protection and durability to the tanks.

The same approach is maintained with suspension parts, where the process is automated to achieve greater precision in the assembly of the other components incorporated to serve the various trailer manufacturers.

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To reinforce Meritor’s commitment to the Mexican market and extend product availability, the company is working on relocating its distribution center in Monterrey, which will begin operations next year.

“We are aiming for the best availability and the highest level of service for our customers, which is why we will centralize the movement of Meritor parts in a single logistics distribution center with the same technology as Cummins in San Luis Potosí,” revealed Leandro Carballo, Aftermarket Director of Cummins-Meritor for LATAM to T21.

The new location will consolidate the parts currently stored at the Ciénega de Flores plant in Nuevo León, as well as accommodate parts from the current aftermarket distribution center.

Carballo added that the new distribution center will be larger than its Cummins counterpart and is projected to start operations during the first semester of 2025.

“We are leveraging Cummins’ technology and knowledge, investing in Monterrey to expand our production at the Ciénega plant, and working to provide better service to our aftermarket customers, enabling future growth in the Mexican market and other Latin American markets,” detailed Carballo.

It is important to note that following Cummins’ acquisition of Meritor, the division is strengthening synergy to have a portfolio of products available for carriers and original equipment manufacturers; from engine and transmission parts to Cummins-Meritor products such as front axles, rear axles, brakes, driveshafts, trailer axles, trailer suspensions, self-inflating tire systems, and spare parts.

“We are striving to offer better service and support to customers who have chosen our products when purchasing their units. The idea is to provide a quality product as soon as possible to keep their businesses moving. The challenge is to ensure that our customers have product availability in the aftermarket,” detailed the executive.

In this regard, Federico García, Sales, Service, and Marketing Director for Mexico and Latin America at Meritor, highlighted in an interview that uptime is the most important factor. Understanding this, the company has a team that is directly serving vehicle manufacturers, both in the aftermarket and in original equipment.

“We are also attentive to the needs of our dealers and, of course, the fleets, because everyone should feel supported at all points of the requirement, from when the truck is born until it is on the road,” detailed García.

Considering the growth of the national fleet but aware of its aging, the brand has an inventory ranging from parts for new vehicles to units that are 30 years old and still in circulation.

Carballo explained that to serve customers, they have an extensive distribution network that can support all types of vehicles.

It is worth noting that to serve fleets, in addition to the necessary parts for maintenance, the brand has focused on training in both the service and spare parts areas. “We have a continuous training program that can be in-person, online, and we have platforms for distributors and customers to be self-taught,” affirmed García.

To all the aforementioned, sustainability and environmental care objectives are added. “We are making significant investments in technology development, whether for hydrogen, natural gas, or diesel engines. And we are headed towards the Destination Zero goal, which aims to move towards zero emissions,” indicated Carballo.

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