Wheels Electronics Manufacturing SDN BHD
Company Overview
Wheels Electronics Manufacturing SDN BHD (WHEELS) is a 100% Malaysian-owned organization established in 1989. Since its founding, the company has evolved from a small operation of 15 employees into a leading regional manufacturer and distributor with a workforce of approximately 400 personnel. Headquartered in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, WHEELS specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of sophisticated electronic security systems for both the automotive and residential sectors.
The company operates a comprehensive Research and Development (R&D) wing comprising 25 specialized engineers. To maintain its competitive edge as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), WHEELS has invested significantly in advanced machinery, including Auto Insertion and Surface Mount Technology (SMT) machines, circuit testers, and environmental testing facilities like hot and cold chambers. This infrastructure allows the company to handle the entire product lifecycle?from initial system design and mold building to quality control testing and high-volume mass production.
Continue…Core Operations and Capabilities
WHEELS primarily serves two major markets: the automotive industry and the home/building automation sector. Its operations are characterized by a strong emphasis on OEM partnerships, providing customized solutions for vehicle manufacturers and security firms across Malaysia and international markets, including Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Indonesia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, and the Philippines.
1. Automotive Electronic Systems
WHEELS is a prominent provider of safety and security electronics for the motor vehicle industry. Their products are designed to integrate seamlessly into modern vehicle architectures to enhance user convenience and vehicle protection.
- Vehicle Security Alarms: High-reliability alarm systems featuring sophisticated sensors and siren units (such as the MS-8 12VDC siren) to deter theft and unauthorized entry.
- Keyless Entry and PKE Systems: Development of Passive Keyless Entry (PKE) and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) systems that allow for automated locking and unlocking based on proximity and transmitter signals.
- Central Locking Systems: Specialized actuators and control modules, including heavy-duty "Pull & Push" force actuators designed to overcome mechanical resistance in various car models.
- Power Window Systems: Manufacturing of power window motors and controllers suitable for both cable-type and scissor-type window mechanisms.
- Parking and Reverse Sensors: Ultrasonic sensor kits that provide audible and visual warnings to drivers. These systems utilize varying beep frequencies based on distance (e.g., constant beeps at 25cm and intermittent beeps at further distances).
- Automotive Sunshades: Automated sunshade solutions for vehicle interiors, providing UV protection and climate control.
2. Home and Building Automation
Beyond the automotive sector, WHEELS has leveraged its electronics expertise to create a robust line of security and automation products for residential and light industrial buildings.
- Auto Gate Systems:
- Sliding Gate Operators: The DC Series operators are designed for high-performance residential use, featuring oil-bath gear wheels for durability and high starting torque.
- Swing Gate Systems: Lightweight yet high-resistance operators molded from engineering plastics, designed to withstand tropical weather conditions while ensuring smooth gate movement.
- Folding Gate Systems: Specialized automation for space-saving folding gate designs.
- Access Control and Barriers:
- Access Barrier Systems: High-speed barriers featuring telescopic beams for easy transport and swing speeds as fast as 0.4 seconds. These units are tested for millions of cycles to ensure long-term reliability.
- Card Access Systems: Integrated proximity card readers and software for managing entry into secure perimeters or parking facilities.
- Intelligent Parking Systems (IPS): A comprehensive parking management solution that supports unlimited cards, remote maintenance, and software upgrades. The system is designed to remain operational even if the central computer fails, ensuring no downtime for parking facilities.
- Door Automation: The "Wheels AUTODOOR" closer is a low-energy surface-mounted closer that utilizes sensors to respond to the entry environment, balancing ease of opening with secure closing force.
Manufacturing Excellence and Export
The company's facility in Taman Perindustrian Plentong, Johor, serves as its primary manufacturing hub. WHEELS sustains a well-diversified sourcing and export network, importing critical components and machinery from global leaders like Juki Corporation while exporting finished electronic assemblies to over 20 international buyers. By maintaining ISO-standard quality controls and investing in seven-figure USD machinery upgrades, Wheels Electronics Manufacturing SDN BHD continues to be a pivotal player in the Malaysian electronics landscape, bridging the gap between local innovation and global security needs.
