FMSI Renews Data Supply Agreement with IDF

FMSI renews supply agreement with IDF, expanding brake and clutch application data coverage for Mexico, Latin America, and global regions as its 2026 subscription program gains momentum.

The Friction Materials Standards Institute (FMSI) has renewed its supply agreement with Integrate Data Facts (IDF). The partnership provides FMSI with application data for Mexico, Latin America, and other global regions to support its brake and clutch facing catalog.

Highlights

  • FMSI renewed long-term supply agreement with IDF for brake and clutch application data
  • IDF supplies regional data for Mexico, Latin America, and additional global markets
  • 2026 subscription program expansion includes new data partner and contributing partners
  • New partners from Mexico, Brazil, and Europe joining the FMSI network

Partnership Value

Frank Oliveto, President of FMSI, confirmed the organization’s continued partnership with IDF.

“We have enjoyed a strong, long-term relationship with IDF over the past several years and continue to see tremendous value in this partnership,” Oliveto said.

2026 Program Expansion

FMSI’s 2026 subscription program is gaining momentum with several developments underway.

The organization is finalizing a new data partner agreement. Contributing partners from Mexico, Brazil, and Europe have joined the network. These additions expand the value delivered to members and subscription program participants.

FMSI Brake Weekend

The upcoming FMSI Brake Weekend™ event is scheduled for Naples, Florida. For subscription program information or event registration, contact the FMSI office at [email protected].

About FMSI

Founded in 1948, FMSI created the standard part numbering system for brake and clutch facings. FMSI and FMS are registered trademarks of Friction Materials Standards Institute.

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