Original equipment manufacturer

The company responsible for making the equipment or product referred to in a purchasing or technical document.

Also called: OEM, OEM

Material family: Adhesives, tapes, foams and sealing

Where it matters

Identify whose drawing, specification and change approval govern the supplied component.

Testing and verification

The abbreviation does not establish ownership, authorization or an approved supplier relationship.

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Related products and materials

General information for preliminary evaluation; not independently reviewed or certified. Confirm grades, standards and suitability with the manufacturer for your application. Interpret within the exact material, grade and test method.

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