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China Hongqiao Group Co., Ltd. is one of the world’s largest aluminum producer covering the entire aluminum industry chain. It is specialized in thermoelectric, mining, and producing aluminum products, holding sustainability and social welfare at its core.

China Hongqiao is one of the world’s largest aluminum producer with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tonnes per year. Innovation-centered and quality-focused, it has a diverse product portfolio that covers the aluminum industry chain and extends into the energy sector.

As one of the largest aluminum producers in the world, China Hongqiao holds its core value of “from society and for society” and keeps committed to social welfare and environmental protection.

China Hongqiao is one of the world’s largest aluminum producers. It was listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2011 and it was included as constituent stock by Heng Seng Index Co., Ltd. in 2022. By the end of 2022, its total assets reached RMB 200.34 billion and the number of its employees exceeded 40,000.

It had subsidiaries include Shandong Hongqiao New Material Co., Ltd, Shandong Weiqiao Aluminum and Electricity Co., Ltd, Shandong Hongtuo Industrial Co., Ltd, Yunnan Hongqiao New Energy Co., Ltd, Shandong Hongchuang Aluminum Industry Holding Co., Ltd, and Indonesia PT. Well Harvest Winning Alumina Refinery. which make China Hongqiao one of largest aluminum manufacturer and one of the leading aluminum product manufacturers in the globe.

China Hongqiao employs more than 43,000 workers in its 11 production bases in China and overseas. Hongqiao is dedicated to providing a healthy, safe and comfortable working environment and diverse opportunities.

China Hongqiao Group Co., Ltd. was founded in Cayman Islands and listed on the main board of Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2011. By the end of 2018, it has a total assets of 176.7 billion yuan and more than 40000 employees. It is a large-scale enterprise integrating thermoelectricity

In an era where digital transformation is imperative for high-quality enterprise development, Hongfa Aluminum, a subsidiary of Chinga Hongqiao Group, stands at the forefront by integrating AI to enhance its manufacturing processes. This year marks a significant phase for our Group, as it promotes digital transformation across our units.

Hongfa Aluminum has made remarkable strides in intelligent manufacturing and innovative industrial Internet applications.

AI Intelligent Monitoring System for Casting

Hongfa Aluminum has adopted an AI intelligent monitoring system in its advanced deep-well casting production. This system provides 24-hour real-time monitoring, ensuring the visualization of the entire production process. With powerful image recognition and analysis capabilities, it can immediately identify potential safety hazards and abnormal events, thereby enhancing safety management and reducing accidents caused by human error. improving safety management and reducing human error-induced accidents.

Intelligent Hot Rolling Surface Quality Inspection

In collaboration with Weiqiao Guoke Advanced Technology Research Institute, Hongfa Aluminum has developed a hot rolling surface defect detection instrument. This instrument addresses the challenges of high-speed rolling, limitations of human-eye detection, and delayed quality feedback. By providing continuous 24-hour monitoring, it detects defects promptly, preventing subpar products from reaching downstream customers and reducing quality-related losses.

Intelligent Unmanned Inspection System

To ensure the safe operation of the cold rolling mill oil depot, Hongfa Aluminum has implemented an intelligent unmanned inspection system. This system performs automatic scans every 20 seconds, monitors equipment temperatures and triggers alarms when abnormalities are detected. It significantly reduces employee labor intensity while enhancing operational safety.

Production Safety Risk Monitoring and Early Warning System

Hongfa Aluminum has also developed a comprehensive safety production risk monitoring and early warning system. Utilizing big data and AI, this system collects and analyzes real-time safety operation data, providing dynamic risk assessments and intelligent early warnings. It enhances the enterprise's safety management by ensuring reliable operation and preventing catastrophic accidents.

Hongfa Aluminum's commitment to digital transformation through intelligent systems not only improves production efficiency and product quality but also setting an industry benchmark, driving economic benefits and fostering innovative growth for our Group.

Source: Weiqiao Official WeChat Account

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