Trump's tariffs were the starting point that got Krusman nödduschar in Västerås to design their own subcomponents to avoid dealing with American suppliers, according to an official source. The issue involves global trade policy at the highest political level, though the specific tariffs imposed and their direct financial impact on the company remain unclear. "When this tariff issue came up, we acted immediately," said CEO Daniel Krusman, highlighting the urgency of the response.
The company has designed a self-designed nozzle after a year of studying regulations, sketching, and testing prototypes, the official confirmed. This subcomponent is a few centimeters in size, but its exact specifications or materials have not been disclosed. "From a crisis comes a form of creativity," Krusman added, reflecting on the innovation spurred by trade challenges.
From a crisis comes a form of creativity.
The company hopes the self-designed nozzle will help them withstand an increasingly uncertain global situation, as stated by the official. "Being able to control your process means you also have the opportunity to influence, if something happens in the world," Krusman noted, emphasizing strategic autonomy. It is unknown how much money the company saved or expects to save by avoiding American suppliers, and whether other industries are similarly affected by tariff issues remains unconfirmed.
When this tariff issue came up, we acted immediately.
Being able to control your process means you also have the opportunity to influence, if something happens in the world.