Private Label Exhaust Manufacturing, Trusted Since 1983

Partner with Thermal R&D for exhaust system design, production, and packaging - all in one place.

Who We Are

For decades, Thermal R&D has delivered precision manufacturing for the automotive industry - from full exhaust systems to specialized OEM and white label exhaust system parts. Based in Southern California, our full-service contract manufacturing capabilities allow us to design and develop your system, or manufacture to your specifications.

• We specialize in premium materials to construct high quality parts.
• We've built and designed automotive products for top selling performance brands as well as niche markets like powersports and motorcycle exhausts.
• Contract manufacturing since the 1980s

Private Label Manufacturing That Scales With You

Our team works behind the scenes with both emerging companies and global brands to build private label exhaust systems with the same precision as our own.

• Flexible run sizes, fast turnarounds, and rigorous quality control - all in-house.
• Create exclusive exhaust fitments to maximize revenue or co-develop with Thermal R&D to reduce costs.
• We can design and develop systems for you, or manufacture them to meet your specs.
• Our global supply chain relationships to meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Whether the product is in concept stage or a has reached maturity, Thermal R&D becomes an extension of your team and gets you to market as quickly as possible. We can exclusively build your white label exhaust system, or work together on development to market jointly. Thermal Research and Development is a trusted private label exhaust system manufacturer for several automotive brands as well as powersports and motorcycle brands.

Re-Shoring Has Never Been More Affordable

Thermal R&D exhausts meet the highest of manufacturing standards. We use advanced modern manufacturing equipment and US-sourced premium raw material to produce systems that lead the industry in quality. We keep import costs in check, making our pricing more competitive than ever. 

• ISO 9001:2015 compliant systems
• Extensive pre-production testing and validation
• Adherence to AWE welding protocols
• Customer sign-off processes tailored to your standards

Capabilities

CNC Machining

• Up to 4-Axis Haas mills and lathes
• Short and long-run production

Mandrel Tube Bending

• 1.5” to 3” diameter
• Precision bends for performance and fitment

Welding & Fabrication

• Full MIG & TIG welding departments
• Quick-change fixturing for reduced lead times

Sheet Metal & Press Work

• Hydraulic pressing & forming
• Tube notching and end forming

Finishing & Assembly

• In-house metal polishing
• Electronic component assembly & programming
• Flow bench testing for valved systems

Let’s Build Together

Ready to get a quote or explore capabilities? Fill out the form below or call us directly at 661-338-6442.