When you order a spare part for a heavy machine you will usually meet three terms: genuine, OEM and aftermarket. They are often used loosely, so it helps to know what each one means before comparing prices.
Genuine parts
Genuine parts are sold under the machine maker’s own brand and part number, usually through the official dealer network. They are made to the original specification and are the reference for fit and quality. They are also typically the most expensive option and, for older machines, not always available quickly.
OEM parts
OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) parts come from the companies that supply components to the machine maker, such as engine, filter, bearing or electrical specialists. Many components on a machine are not made by the machine brand itself, so an OEM part can be the same component as the genuine one, sold in the supplier’s own packaging.
Aftermarket parts
Aftermarket parts are produced by other manufacturers to fit the machine. Quality varies widely between producers: good aftermarket parts can be a sensible choice for wear items, while poor ones can shorten service life or damage other components.
How to decide
- Critical components such as injection parts, hydraulic pumps and engine internals deserve genuine or OEM quality.
- Wear parts with short replacement intervals can be good candidates for quality aftermarket parts.
- Downtime cost matters: a part that is available today is often worth more than a cheaper part that arrives in three weeks.
- Always compare by part number so you know you are comparing the same item.
Genuine and OEM parts from Sanindo
PT Sanindo Utama Machinery supplies high quality genuine and OEM parts from reputable brands such as Doosan, Hyundai, Terex, Terex NHL, Liugong, Zoomlion, Volvo, Hino, Komatsu, Hitachi, Mitsubishi and Kobelco, as well as engine parts for Perkins, Deutz, Kubota, Cummins and Scania. Browse the brands we supply or contact our team for a quotation.
