Sand Mold 3D Printing Pioneer 3DP Technology, Inc. Acquires Casting Manufacturer Zhonghongtong to Accelerate Applications of 3D Casting in High-Voltage Electrical Systems

3DP Technology is a leading domestic provider of 3D printing equipment and rapid manufacturing services. Recognized as a "Little Giant" enterprise for its niche expertise, it also serves as a representative supplier for additive manufacturing applications designated by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. The company specializes in laser and binder jet 3D printing technologies, encompassing equipment and material R&D, production, rapid manufacturing of metal components, and technical support for 3D printing processes. With a comprehensive rapid manufacturing value chain, its products and services find extensive application in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial machinery, shipbuilding, rail transit, consumer electronics, education, cultural creativity, and healthcare.  

Henan Zhonghongtong Non-Ferrous Metal Casting Co., Ltd., established in 2018 in the Likou Town Industrial Zone of Jiaxian County, Henan Province, spans an area of 180 acres with a total building area of 40,000 square meters. As a leader in the high-pressure transmission and distribution cast aluminum housing industry, Zhonghongtong is recognized as a national high-tech enterprise and a provincial-level specialized enterprise. It focuses on the R&D and production of large aluminum alloy castings, serving as an excellent supplier and strategic partner to Pinggao Group, as well as the sole aluminum casting supplier for LS Korea in China. The company holds multiple certifications, including ISO9001:2015 Quality Management, OHSAS18001:2007 Occupational Health and Safety, ISO14001:2015 Environmental Management, and Green Supply Chain Management. Its capabilities range from product and mold design, casting process development, and 3D printed cores to melting, casting, heat treatment, machining, testing, surface treatment, and more. Zhonghongtong excels in the rapid prototyping and mass production of ultra-large, complex aluminum alloy castings, with products playing key roles in high-voltage transmission projects like the Baihetan Hydropower Station.  

The synergy between 3DP Technology and Zhonghongtong integrates 3DP Technology's expertise in 3D digital technology with Zhonghongtong's specialized manufacturing capabilities in high-voltage electrical systems. This acquisition allows 3DP Technology to expand its applications in the high-voltage electrical sector, enhancing its production and service capabilities for large-scale castings. Simultaneously, Zhonghongtong gains robust technical support and broader market prospects.  

Dr. Zong Guisheng, Chairman of 3DP Technology, commented, "This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our strategic development. It not only provides a new growth avenue in the high-voltage electrical sector but also enriches our 3D casting capabilities. Through our 3D casting centers in Henan Pingdingshan, Shaanxi Xianyang, Hebei Daming, Shandong Rizhao, Anhui Tongling, and Guangxi Yulin, we aim to deliver greater value to our customers. We anticipate fruitful collaboration with Zhonghongtong, driving innovation and advancing the industrialization of 3D printing technology together."  

Qi Hongzhao, General Manager of Zhonghongtong, expressed confidence in the partnership: "By joining forces with 3DP Technology, we can leverage its advanced technologies and resources to enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality and yield rates. This partnership will enable us to establish green, intelligent, and high-end production capabilities, expanding our expertise in high-end, complex aluminum castings and creating new growth opportunities."  

Today, 3DP Technology's 3D casting solutions are empowering various industries. In aerospace, the technology is used to manufacture critical components such as engine parts, spacecraft structures, and power units, addressing challenges in forming oversized, multidimensional, and complex workpieces. It offers unparalleled advantages over traditional manufacturing methods for low-volume, large-scale mold production and special industry mold upgrades. In the energy sector, 3D casting is employed for producing large, pressure-resistant, complex cavity components and lightweight, thin-walled parts. Similarly, in the automotive industry, the technology facilitates the creation of intricate motor housings with spiral cooling channels, lightweight frames, and complex internal cavity components such as cylinder blocks and heads.