For decades AP has been known for quality exhaust and emission products that fit and function just like the original parts. Their dedication to quality and commitment to providing the professional technician with the best quality parts and the most coverage is unsurpassed. AP engineers design, fit, test, and approve the products they sell assuring that the technician using their parts will be satisfied with an easy and safe installation.
Technology and state-of-the-art process have come together making AP a World Class Exhaust and Emissions Company. Their employees and company efficient manufacturing facilities produce the highest quality parts in a cost-effective manner. This results in excellent quality and a great value for their customers.
WHO ARE AP EXHAUST TECHNOLOGIES?
AP Exhaust Technologies manufactures a complete line of automotive, light truck, and heavy-duty exhaust and emissions products. Founded in 1927, the company's roots reach back to the very beginning of the automotive exhaust system business nearly 86 years ago. Today, AP continues the tradition of providing high-quality mufflers, exhaust pipes, and catalytic converters to its commercial customers and auto service professionals.
For decades, AP has been known as a leader in supplying exhaust and emission products. The company's dedication and commitment to designing and manufacturing the highest quality parts is unsurpassed. With over 450,000 sq. ft. (42,000 sq.m) of manufacturing area AP deploys new technologies and utilizes state-of-the-art processes resulting in a world-class exhaust and emissions company.
AP engineers design, fit, and test products to exacting standards. The company's manufacturing techniques assure that accurate and repeatable components are built every day. Constant research for product improvements has resulted in numerous patented designs throughout the years. The company's revolutionary muffler design, the Patented Single Cartridge Internal Muffler has improved performance and mufflers life.
Offering its customers the most complete line of exhaust and emission products, AP provides them with more choices for their business needs. In 2011, AP acquired ANSA Automotive Import Exhaust extending the range of its product line. The company's focus on exceeding the customer’s expectations with superior products and marketing programs is at the core of all AP’s activities.
INNOVATIONS
Through a combination of innovative product engineering, and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes, AP is able to meet customer demands for advanced product solutions for a multitude of markets. Their capabilities in exhaust and emission product development, and production are extensive. AP through the years has been a leader in original designs that has changed the industry. From their unique muffler designs to their OBDII Catalytic Converters, AP has enabled it’s customer to lead the market with robust products that solve difficult exhaust system problems.
New developments in rapid prototyping and the use of SolidWorks computer-aided design systems that are integrated with CMM coordinate-measuring machines for precise dimensional measuring, and CNC pipe benders have increased their speed to market with new parts. Use of such tools facilitates precise engineering designs and allows for flexible and rapid adjustments. Their constant search for process improvements is an ongoing challenge that never stops at AP.
Innovation is not limited to just product design. Just as important is the manufacturing process used to make their parts, and at AP they strive to achieve maximum efficiencies in all of their production processes. Their facilities employ advanced automation, robotics and computer controlled monitoring and statistical process controls as part of their quality management system. Their factories and suppliers are electronically connected for high speed transmission of production and engineering data. This commitment to continuous improvement results in lower costs, improved inventory management, higher quality, and most importantly customer satisfaction.