What does it cost to get setup for VMI?

This depends on what products and styles of fitting are being used on your equipment or application. One of our CHD reps can schedule a site visit to come out and walkthrough to put together a customer specific list based on equipment/application.

What Crimper options does CHD have?

This depends on what sizes of hoses are currently being used. CHD offers (2) tabletop mounted options ranging from ¼” up to 1-1/4” ID. As well as larger crimper options up to 2” ID.

How much does a crimper cost?

A typical VMI Crimper package cost is based on annual hose and fitting usage. CHD works with their clients to learn what fittings and hose products are used/required. This allows CHD & the client to build a specific package made for their needs.

What do I need for Inventory?

This will depend on what products and styles of fittings are being used on your equipment or application. One of our CHD reps can schedule a site visit out and walkthrough to put together a customer specific list based on equipment/application.

VENDOR MANAGED INVENTORY (VMI)

Manage your all your fluid conveyance components from hose, fittings, adapters and more.

VENDOR MANAGED INVENTORY (VMI)

Manage your all your fluid conveyance components from hose, fittings, adapters and more.

Overview:

Running out of critical hose, fittings, adapters, or fluid conveyance components can cause delays and bottleneck operations. VMI removes that worry and risk by putting the responsibility for tracking, replenishing, and reporting on stock levels on us instead of your team.

We have a dedicated account manager who sets up an inventory system tailored to what your operations use, monitors your inventory, and replenishes before you run low. For many clients, that also includes a crimper package matched to their equipment — sized to the hose and fitting range they actually run, so assemblies can be built or repaired on-site as part of the same program. The service is built around how your operations run. Our goal is to take care of the inventory so your team can focus on the work.

What We Offer:

Custom Kit Assembly

Ongoing tracking of stock levels with replenishment before shortages happen.

On-Site Stock Options

Inventory held at your location or managed by ours, depending on what best fits your operations.

Usage Tracking & Reporting

Visibility into what’s being used, how often, and where.

Our Process

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Need Assessment

Review what your operations uses, how often, and current pain points.

Inventory Setup

Establish stock levels, location, and replenishment approach.

Ongoing Monitoring

Track usage and stock levels on a continuous basis.

Scheduled Restock

Our account manager will restock before levels run low.

Reporting & Review

Regular check-ins on usage trends, and inventory performance.

Industries we service

Benefits of Service:

Inventory management for fluid conveyance components is a balancing act. Too little stock risk downtime, too much ties up space and capital. Here are a few things to take note of:

Stockouts cost more than the part itself: A missing component can stop needed repairs or production which could become costly.
Overstocking has cost too: Excess inventory ties up space and capital on parts that may sit on your shelves for months.
Usage Patterns are not always the same: Seasonal work, equipment age, and operational changes all shift what’s needed. Our VMI program helps track usage and adjust inventory levels so the right products are available when you need them.