ENGINEERINGTRUST
How Kodiak helped Honda protect its supply chain in a crisis
The challenge
A fast-paced response for a high-stakes situation.
Honda, the first Japanese automaker to build vehicles in North America, faced a major disruption when an earthquake and tsunami struck Japan in 2011.
The disaster interrupted their supply chain, leaving Honda with finished parts they couldn’t assemble due to missing components. These parts were at risk of rusting and being scrapped, posing a serious threat to operations.
Kodiak at work
Customer-centric products tailored to the demands of your operations.
Kodiak’s automotive division had already been a trusted supplier to the Honda Engine Plant in Anna, OH, consistently delivering strong results. When the crisis hit, our team stepped up, developing a custom solution that allowed Honda to safely store and ship parts to their manufacturing facilities without the risk of rust or damage.
As part of our ongoing support, we also provided a full-time on-site technician, working around Honda’s schedule – including weekends – to ensure everything stayed on track.
The outcome
Innovation to keep you running.
Thanks to the solution provided by Kodiak’s automotive division, Honda was able to avoid scrap losses and keep operations running smoothly. Beyond solving an immediate challenge, the partnership also led to:
Kodiak’s automotive division has been at the forefront of providing innovative metalworking fluid solutions to a variety of industries since 1974. We are proud to be Honda’s trusted partner of choice -an innovation-driven company focused on delivering high-quality products worldwide -and we are committed to supporting their growth with products that will help them successfully navigate the industry’s challenges and expand their operations in a strategic and future-ready way.
