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Shimizu Timing Components( STC) – the automotive aftermarket house brand of Universal Parts Group( UPG)- comprises a broad product offering comprising oil pumps, timing belt tensioners and idlers, timing chain kits and related components, wheel bearing kits, micro v belt tensioners and idlers.

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UPG’ s STC range is available throughout Southern Africa and distribution has recently been extended into Europe, through UPG UK and Ireland, increasing the brand’ s presence globally.

“ What differentiates the STC range is the attention to bearing selection, radial clearances and internal tolerances, as well as the use of high-temperature lubricants and seals to support durability and service life in demanding applications,” says John Black, CEO of UPG.“ All STC components are manufactured using premium quality materials to ensure compliance with stringent OEM specifications. These components incorporate cast aluminium housings, precision-machined steel internals and temperaturerated sealing systems selected to withstand sustained thermal and load conditions.

“ Oil pumps are a critical component in any internal combustion engine. As a positive displacement system, the pump circulates lubricating oil to rotating and reciprocating components, maintaining hydrodynamic film separation, reducing friction and managing operating temperatures. Failure of this component can result in rapid mechanical damage and engine seizure. For this reason, dimensional accuracy, internal clearances and material integrity are critical to long-term performance.

“ As automotive technology advances, so do lubrication systems. While many vehicles rely on mechanically driven gear-type pumps, modern engines integrate high-efficiency rotor pumps, often within the front engine cover assembly.

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In Southern Africa, UPG supplies the STC range through established automotive spares dealers, supported by consolidated distribution centres in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Gqeberha and Durban. These facilities operate integrated inventory and dispatch systems to maintain stock availability and consistent lead times.

Other quality brands include Gates, Europart, Timken, NTN, MRK, NSK, Tirsan, Gomet, Pivotal and Walterscheid, as well as APG and Spicer.

UPG – comprising Autobax, Driveshaft Parts and Agri Parts Global- continues to expand its product range and solutions offering, to meet growing demand for quality components and dependable technical support in Southern Africa, the United Kingdom, Spain, Poland and Ukraine.

UPG’ S STC OIL PUMPS ARE ENGINEERED TO MEET SPECIFIC ENGINE CONFIGURATIONS, COVERING BOTH GEAR-TYPE AND ROTOR-TYPE DESIGNS.

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