Merofix: Reliable manufacturer of innovative bicycle brackets

A company specializing in bicycle protection and bicycle transport was looking for a manufacturer for their bicycle brackets. This was due to a price increase at their current supplier and because they wanted production closer to home.

The manager briefly explains what a bicycle bracket is: "A bicycle bracket is a part of a bicycle carrier that is specifically made for companies. We have racks that can hold 5 to 20 bikes. Each wheel gutter has two hooks. These hooks are adjustable in height and must fit between the mudguard. The bicycle hook holds the tire.”

Together with Kristof and Koen, they looked at the production possibilities and developed some prototypes. After testing the prototypes, they chose Merofix as their new supplier.

Together with Kristof and Koen, they looked at the production possibilities and developed some prototypes. After testing the prototypes, they chose Merofix as their new supplier.

The manager quickly noticed that Merofix thinks along with its customers. He says the following about the production process: “It took about 1 month to develop the perfect hook. There are two angles in the hook. This makes production more difficult. We looked at different methods and compared costs. In the end, Merofix developed a mould to produce the hook quite simply and cost-effectively.”

“Throughout the collaboration, I encountered a new problem: the e-bike was getting heavier and heavier, so the hook had to be reinforced. Together with Koen, we chose to adjust the thickness of the hook as this is the most cost-efficient. From this situation, I noticed that they are really very involved and that we were also involved in the development process of the hook”