SOME, TIER 2 international company in the automotive sector
After more than 40 years working in the automotive sector, in SOME we have become one of the leading TIER 2 companies in the world and the leading company in metal components for safety elements such as airbags or safety belts .
But ... What does the term TIER 2 mean and how does it differ from the TIER 1 and TIER 3 industries?
The difference between TIER 1, TIER 2 and TIER 3
In the production chain of the automotive sector it is important to be able to differentiate each of the processes according to the suppliers that are part of them.
One company depends on the other and the supply chain of materials and parts is an essential part of the production process to generate an integrated model. In general, a TIER 3 company supplies a TIER 2 company and a TIER 2 company to a TIER 1 company. Thanks to all of them, it is possible to build the final product that reaches the vehicle manufacturer and, later, the end customer.
Commitment, work well done and quality, are one of the essential values to become a benchmark company.
The supply process of the automotive sector is classified in the following phases, directed by companies with a specific purpose:
- TIER 1: They are the first level suppliers. Manufacturers of systems, subsystems and components completely finished to facilitate it directly to the vehicle manufacturer.
- TIER 2: Manufacturers of systems, subsystems and completely finished components to facilitate it to TIER 1 companies or vehicle manufacturers.
- TIER 3: Creation of semi-finished products or raw materials. They usually supply products to TIER 2 or TIER 1 companies or vehicle manufacturers.
SOME, TIER2 company. Confidence and international expansion
Since 1973, we have evolved and consolidated the SOME industrial group as a TIER2 company, in the automotive sector worldwide. Currently, more than 80% of SOME's business volume is aimed at international companies. We are a reference supplier in all types of high precision metal parts and assemblies for many industrial sectors.
In 2009, we consolidated our expansion in the international market with the opening of our subsidiary SOME KSW in Poland. From our division of SOME Automotive we currently serve the plants of our customers in 28 countries in Europe, America, Asia and Africa.
Últimas noticias
-
SOME shares its experience in sustainable mobility at a business event in Osona
14/07/2026
Workplace mobility is becoming a key factor in improving accessibility, employee wellbeing and business competitiveness
-
New Panasonic robotic welding cell for SOME’s Industrial Division
23/06/2026
The new Panasonic Tawers generation enhances the speed, stability and precision of welding processes
-
SOME shares its experience in labour inclusion at a CEDO and Sant Tomàs event
03/06/2026
The event highlighted labour inclusion as an opportunity to build more responsible, cohesive companies committed to the region
-
New AMADA EGB1303 press brake with ATC: greater flexibility and agility for SOME’s Industrial Division
23/04/2026
We boost our metal bending capabilities with new automation technology to ensure faster setups and reliable results.
-
8M | Blanca Ayats: “Talent, judgement and results have no gender”
08/03/2026
Today, 8 March, we share the final testimony in this series dedicated to three women at SOME who are developing their careers in different areas of the company. Three perspectives that highlight talent, commitment and the need to continue moving towards real equality of opportunities.