Jinshan Companies Accelerate Production with New Orders from Xiaomi, NIO, and Geely

As the Lunar New Year commences, enterprises in the Jinshan area are operating at full capacity to boost production, fulfill orders, and expand market presence, aiming for a strong start in the first quarter. On the morning of February 28, at the packaging workshop of Shanghai Jinshan Baling New Materials Co., Ltd.—a major municipal industrial project located in the Carbon Valley Green Bay Industrial Park—multiple fully automated packaging lines were running efficiently at high speed. Automated guided vehicles moved materials systematically, showcasing a scene of bustling manufacturing activity. The company currently produces approximately 350 tons of styrenic thermoplastic elastomers daily. These products are used not only in traditional sectors such as shoe sole materials and waterproof membranes but also in high-end emerging fields like medical devices and 5G communication fiber optic cables, indicating substantial market potential.

Shanghai Jinshan Baling New Materials General Manager Chen Daojiang explained that the company’s five production lines mainly manufacture two types of products: SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene block copolymer) and SIS (styrene-isoprene-styrene block copolymer). Both are strategic emerging materials supported by national policies, combining the processability of plastics with the high elasticity of rubber, along with characteristics such as recyclability, environmental friendliness, and ease of processing. Utilizing proprietary technology from Sinopec, the company has successfully integrated the strengths of its shareholders, leveraging Sinopec Shanghai's resources and market advantages alongside Hunan Petrochemical's product and technical expertise. This has filled the gap in thermoplastic elastomer production capacity for Sinopec in East China. Since the project’s successful launch last November, all five production lines have been operating smoothly in a trial production phase. Two additional lines are planned, which will further expand production capacity upon commissioning.

Chen noted that since January, the company has experienced favorable sales conditions, with some products already gaining market acceptance. Approximately 15,000 tons of products have been sold so far, laying a solid foundation for achieving a strong first-quarter performance. As of February 28, 332 enterprises in the Shanyang Town Industrial Park have resumed operations, with large-scale manufacturers achieving a复工率exceeding 99%. These companies span key sectors including smart equipment, new materials, fashion and light industry, and premium food products.

At Shanghai Lianyi Auto Parts Co., Ltd., the production workshop is a picture of orderly activity. In the injection molding workshop, 14 injection molding machines of varying specifications operate at full speed around the clock. Workers operate in two shifts, systematically carrying out production, sorting, and inspection tasks. Established in 2016 and relocated to Shanyang Town last year, Lianyi is a high-tech enterprise focused on the R&D, manufacturing, and trading of automotive interior and exterior parts. The company has established a complete industrial chain covering mold design, injection molding, surface treatment, die-casting assembly, and inspection verification.

“Currently, the company ships over 10,000 sets of products daily across the country,” said Production Director Bai Bin. With sustained strong market demand at the start of the new year, the company has received new orders from automakers including XIAOMI-W, NIO-SW, and GEELY AUTO. Presently, the company is accelerating the development and production of over 80 product molds as required by customers. These products will undergo a series of precise processes including injection molding, spraying, assembly, and inspection before delivery. The new orders are expected to contribute an additional 80 million yuan in output value within the year. “We are fully committed to achieving a strong first quarter and ensuring annual output value reaches 200 million yuan, with a target of 300 million yuan in total sales for the year,” Bai added.

Similarly, Shanghai Shunfeng Machinery Manufacturing Co., Ltd., another company in the industrial park, has also started the new year at a running pace. Nearly 200 workers have been working overtime since the eighth day of the Lunar New Year. “We are currently rushing to complete orders for space photovoltaic production lines, which has been a pleasant surprise,” said company representative Shi Yanfeng enthusiastically. “This success stems from our deep expertise and R&D capabilities in extreme manufacturing. Last year, we successfully applied for 12 invention patents and over 40 utility model patents for multiple technologies. We did not expect these to translate into new international orders so quickly at the start of the year, opening up a new growth path for the company. These new orders are projected to add 50 million yuan in output value.”

With surging orders comes increased motivation. According to Shi, the company has implemented a three-shift production model to ensure capacity meets market demand. To support future growth, the company plans to hire over 60 new employees in the first half of the year to strengthen technical and production teams. Notably, Shunfeng invested 75 million yuan last year in advanced equipment, laying a solid foundation for future expansion.

Shanghai Bay Area Sci-Tech Development (Group) Co., Ltd. Vice President Xiong Ying stated that efforts will be enhanced to improve communication mechanisms with enterprises, gain deeper understanding of their actual needs, provide proactive support, and actively resolve operational challenges to create a better business environment.