Wipers & wiper systems.
Prepare the packed part.

How the part family changes the brief

Long, low-profile parts usually need a pack whose length follows the real packed outline. A straight bag, a shaped arrangement or an outer sleeve can each be discussed, but the choice follows the component and handling method.

Packaging risks to review

• Blade rubber can take a set or be marked by tight folds.
• Clips and end fittings can create concentrated pressure points.
• A bag that is too wide allows the part to move and rub.
• Bulk packing can make individual part identification unclear.

Information worth sending first

• Overall packed length and profile
• Blade edges and attachment points
• Single part or multi-piece pack

Bag format discussion

Start from how the pack is filled, carried, opened and stored. A flat bag, handled bag, zip-seal bag or easy-tear bag may each be discussed, but the format name does not establish dimensions, film or performance. Do not translate vehicle fitment into bag dimensions. Send the actual packed component or a drawing.

Sample and verification checklist

1. Measure the complete packed length, width and thickness.
2. Use the real blade and any protective cap in the fit sample.
3. Check the opening path without dragging the blade edge across film.
4. Confirm how one part or a set is identified on the pack.

What needs project confirmation

Film grade, thickness, usable opening, print layout and special performance are reviewed together. Sampling is available; scope, timing and cost are agreed individually. Production timing and commercial terms remain subject to quotation. Requests for ESD, corrosion, barrier, cleanliness or fluid-contact performance need an explicit technical review.

Preparation questions before an RFQ

Before asking for a price, record the packed outline, the number of pieces in one pack and the condition in which the part arrives. State whether it is dry, oiled or handled with gloves, and whether the pack is opened once or more often. These details change the discussion more than a generic material name.

Keep a photo or drawing tied to the part reference. A vehicle model or catalog image can help identify the component, but it does not replace packed measurements. If a current bag is in use, send its measured dimensions and note what works or fails.

How to compare a sample

Compare samples with the same component and pack quantity. Check the opening, seam, closure and label after filling, then repeat the handling step that matters for the route. Write down the result and keep the sample reference with the artwork version so a later change is not confused with an approved arrangement.

Transit protection remains a separate question. A flexible bag can contain and cover the part, while an outer carton, divider or other support controls movement and external load. Review the complete packing system before treating a bag trial as a transit result.