On October 28, 2021, the launch ceremony of the first batch of products of the second phase of Wirtgen's new Langfang factory in China was successfully held, which also means that the second phase of the expansion of the new Langfang factory was officially completed and put into use. Taking into account the needs of epidemic prevention and control at this stage, the new Langfang factory only held a simple and solemn celebration ceremony inside. With the celebration of Longteng, the first batch of new models rolled off the production line from the second phase - the VÖGELE Super 1680 Li, carrying Mr. Ulrich Reichert (Witzertu), President and Managing Director of Wirtgen China, and Chief Operating Officer Carl Doering slowly entered the ceremony site, which marked another successful milestone in the history of Wirtgen China's development.

New factory expansion, comprehensive upgrade, and laying the foundation stone

As early as 2015, Wirtgen China's new Langfang factory with an investment of more than RMB 500 million was completed and put into use, laying a solid foundation for the company to better serve the Chinese market. Only a few years after its completion, nearly 30 customized models for the Chinese market have been developed and produced to the market. Data shows that so far, nearly 13,000 sets of equipment have been active in road construction and maintenance in China, becoming the mainstream equipment for construction projects and a strong guarantee for high-quality construction. Today, the second phase of the new factory has been officially put into operation. The total planned area of the factory is 200,000 square meters, with a total investment of 700 million yuan. The expanded production capacity has increased by 50% on the existing basis.

As Mr. Wei Zetu, President of Wirtgen China said: "The expansion of the new factory in Langfang can only be realized thanks to the trust and support of our customers for Wirtgen China's products and services over the years. The completion of the new factory expansion not only It is a guarantee for the future job development of Wirtgen China employees, and it will also strengthen the confidence of customers in us and lay the foundation for our sustainable development in the future."

At the ceremony, Mr. Carl Doering, Chief Operating Officer of Wirtgen China, introduced: "The expansion of the new factory not only means the increase of production capacity and the improvement of spare parts storage space, but also ensures that the specialization of the entire factory remains at the leading level in the industry. The digital production concept of Industry 4.0 has been introduced into the entire factory operation process, realizing further optimization of the entire production process and a new definition of logistics management. These will greatly improve the Langfang factory's flexibility, quality control level and response to customer needs We are confident and capable of developing and cooperating with Chinese customers for a long time to bring more customized models to the Chinese market.”

Vögele's new product, China IV emission, was launched nationwide

The first batch of VÖGELE Super 1680 Li and Super 1680-3 Li rolled off the production line in the second phase of the new plant. They are also VÖGELE's first new models in the country that meet the National IV emission standards, and the second phase expansion of the new Langfang factory has been completed. After that, it is the beginning of a new initiative to customize models that can meet the more needs of China's road construction.

Classic series paver Super 1680 Li with ErgoBasic control system and high-end series paver Super 1680-3 Li with ErgoPlus 3 control system are suitable for highway, national and provincial trunk lines, urban road maintenance and construction and rural road construction . As universal pavers, both machines have a wide range of applications: the Super 1680 Li is equipped with the AB 480 hydraulic telescopic screed for easy paving widths from 2.55 m to 7.8 m; while the Super 1680-3 Li is equipped with the AB 600 Hydraulic telescopic screed for a maximum paving width of 8 m. Robust delivery and distribution system for high-quality and efficient paving of asphalt mixtures and water-stabilizing materials.

This not only showed the public the technical accumulation and manufacturing strength of Wirtgen China in the field of road construction and maintenance, but also sent a strong signal to the outside world that the Wirtgen Group will continue to deepen the Chinese market, serve Chinese customers, and help the development of China's road construction and maintenance field.

The starting point of the new journey starts again after the 40th anniversary

As 2022 draws nearer, Wirtgen is about to enter China's 40th anniversary, which is the starting point for Wirtgen China to start a new journey in an all-round way. Looking back, from the sale of the first Wirtgen milling machine in China in 1982 to the continuous renovation and upgrading of the factory over the years, Wirtgen China has always adhered to the core concept of "close to customers" and provided customers with high-quality products and services. Thinking about what customers think, meeting their needs, and always putting the interests of customers first, and thus gaining high recognition from the market and customers.

Looking forward to the future, with the official launch of the second phase of the factory and the continuous promotion of the "Quality Service 2022" campaign, Mr. Weitzertu said: "Wirtgen China will start a new journey and bring customers better products and more considerate services. , and build a better future together with our customers.”EditorXingWentao