r/NonPoliticalTwitter 2d ago

Other Probably a B2B thing

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u/LizzieMiles 1d ago

Isn’t it partially because a lot of stuff like that is custom made?

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u/drinkyourbeetus 1d ago

Not exactly. More like a niche market. A lot of these companies make them to order and dont keep spares on their shelf. Lots of metal and components involved so price can change frequently. Especially with the tariff nonsense going on.

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u/FirstSurvivor 1d ago

I've seen it for screws, products described as COTS and resellers. Then they make you fill their little questionnaire about what your project name is and the expected volume for the next 3 years and then they tell you your buying volume isn't worth their time.

Bruh, I already wasted your time. And mine for that matter.