A New Era Begins: Metec Smart Factory Opening Ceremony

A New Chapter in Intelligent Manufacturing

On January 2, 2026, Metec officially inaugurated its new Smart Manufacturing Base in Lishui District, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province. The grand opening ceremony was attended by company leadership, key partners, and representatives from local government — a testament to the significance of this milestone.

The New Facility at a Glance

The Smart Manufacturing Base spans over 50,000 square meters and represents a total investment of more than 200 million RMB. It is designed from the ground up as an Industry 4.0-ready facility:

• Automated Assembly Lines — Robotic welding stations for machine bed fabrication
• Precision Machining Center — 5-axis CNC machining for critical components
• Quality Control Lab — Laser interferometry and CMM inspection equipment
• R&D Center — Dedicated space for 100+ engineers

Smart Manufacturing Philosophy

Metec's approach to smart manufacturing goes beyond automation. We integrate digital twin technology into our production planning, allowing us to simulate manufacturing processes before physical production begins. This reduces material waste by 15% and shortens lead times by 20%.

Our MES (Manufacturing Execution System) provides real-time visibility into every production order, from raw material procurement to final quality inspection. Customers can track their order status through our customer portal.

Environmental Commitment

The new facility is equipped with solar panels covering 8,000 square meters of roof space, generating approximately 1.2 million kWh of clean energy annually. Wastewater treatment and recycling systems ensure zero discharge compliance.

What This Means for Customers

The expanded capacity allows Metec to reduce standard delivery lead times from 45 days to 30 days for most configurations. Custom engineering projects benefit from the dedicated R&D space and faster prototyping capabilities.