In his opening address, Deputy Secretary-General Zhang Jianping stated that the visit aimed to thoroughly investigate the current state of technological development in the domestic power plant valve sector, promote deep integration of industry, academia, research, and application, and advance the high-quality development of the power equipment manufacturing industry. Zhang introduced the delegation members, comprising senior experts from universities, research institutes, power generation groups, and equipment manufacturing enterprises.
Chairman Wu Shuilin delivered a welcome speech on behalf of the company, expressing warm welcome and heartfelt gratitude to the association leaders and expert delegation. He noted that the visit was a significant evaluation of Quanshun Flow Control’s technological innovation and industrial achievements, and the company highly valued this opportunity for exchange. General Manager Zhang Heng, Deputy General Managers Wu Na and Wu Hongtao, Assistant General Manager Wu Haixu, and heads of relevant departments, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance, participated fully in the event to ensure its success.
Discussion Session: Exploring Industry Technology Development Directions
During the symposium, Deputy General Manager Wu Hongtao provided a detailed report to the experts on the group and company’s development overview, as well as R&D progress and industrial achievements in the power, nuclear, and petrochemical valve sectors. Deputy Secretary-General Zhang Jianping commended Quanshun Flow Control’s accomplishments in technological innovation and industrial applications, emphasizing the critical role of large-diameter valves in the localization of power equipment. Professor Li Guoqing suggested that enterprises should pursue both equipment and product intelligence simultaneously, noting that Quanshun Flow Control has significant growth potential and should seize market opportunities while addressing shortcomings. Professor Wang Zhengwei offered professional advice on valve design optimization from a fluid machinery engineering perspective. Expert Zhang Xueyan shared valuable insights on improving product reliability based on actual power plant operational needs. Experts Yu Wenyu and Zhong Zhuhai provided in-depth discussions on procurement standards, international technology trends, and applications in the energy sector.
Workshop Inspection: On-Site Review of the Manufacturing Process
The expert delegation conducted an in-depth inspection of Quanshun Flow Control’s production line, observing the complete manufacturing process from raw material processing to final valve assembly. In the workshop, the experts focused on the CNC machining center, automated welding production line, precision testing equipment, and MES digital production management system. They praised the company’s high level of process control and quality management while offering constructive suggestions for improvement.
Looking Ahead: Visiting the Intelligent Valve Industrial Park Construction Site
The delegation also toured the construction site of Quanshun’s Intelligent Valve Industrial Park. The park is planned to include a national-level valve testing center, an intelligent demonstration production line, and a base for industry-academia-research collaboration. Once completed, it will become the largest high-end valve R&D and manufacturing base in Central China. Deputy Secretary-General Zhang remarked, “The park’s planning fully reflects Quanshun Flow Control’s strategic vision and is expected to drive coordinated development of the regional industrial chain in the future.” Deputy Director Zhong Zhuhai suggested that the company strengthen alignment with international standards from a standardization perspective.
Collaborative Development: Deepening Cooperation to Advance Industry Upgrades
At the conclusion of the visit, Deputy Secretary-General Zhang Jianping summarized that Quanshun Flow Control has the potential to become an industry leader and encouraged the company to continue strengthening technological innovation. The association pledged full support for the company’s participation in industry standard formulation and key project initiatives. General Manager Zhang Heng stated that the company would fully absorb the experts’ suggestions, deepen technological innovation in valve products, further improve system upgrades, accelerate the industrial park’s construction, and strive to make greater contributions to the high-quality development of China’s power equipment manufacturing industry.
This high-level inspection activity fully demonstrated the industry association’s recognition of Quanshun Flow Control’s achievements. It not only provided professional guidance for the company’s future development but also built a bridge for deep industry-academia-research collaboration. Quanshun Flow Control will earnestly consider the expert delegation’s guidance, continuously enhance its technological innovation capabilities, and contribute to the technological progress and industrial upgrading of China’s power plant valve industry.
