Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. has been named one of the top 15 leading smart factories at the 2025 World Intelligent Manufacturing Conference held on 27 November. The recognition highlights the company’s pioneering advancements in mixed-flow, multi-model production of heavy equipment, setting a new benchmark for intelligent and digital transformation in the global manufacturing sector.
A Breakthrough in Mixed-Flow, Multi-Model Production
At its Smart Industrial City, Zoomlion has achieved major technological milestones through the creation of a shared intelligent excavator factory. The company became the first in the industry to implement full-process intelligent manufacturing across six major stages, operate a mixed-flow line for over 100 models, and integrate collaborative production across multiple equipment categories.
A Highly Scalable and Modular Manufacturing Model
Zoomlion’s shared manufacturing model supports a modular, interoperable cluster for construction machinery. It connects hundreds of production stages across three shared manufacturing centers, enabling multi-plant integration. This innovative approach has increased steel plate utilization to over 90% and reduced construction costs by 15%.
Automated Logistics and Real-Time Production Flow
Replacing traditional storage with automated, real-time logistics has reduced inventory by 70% while ensuring accurate distribution. Combined with an interregional R&D platform and a flexible shared supply chain, the system forms a comprehensive ecosystem that boosts productivity and modernization across the industry.
AI-Driven Efficiency in Smart Excavator Manufacturing
AI now manages over 80% of processes in Zoomlion’s intelligent excavator factory, enabling self-organizing production with zero changeover time. The complete manufacturing cycle—from steel plate cutting to final assembly—takes only 6.5 days, with one excavator rolling off the line every six minutes. The model supports customized, demand-oriented production while significantly reducing inventory.
Scaling Intelligent Manufacturing Worldwide
Zoomlion has expanded its smart manufacturing system to more than 20 factories globally, supporting innovation in agricultural machinery, energy equipment, and emergency response vehicles. With ongoing advancements in AI and robotics, the company intends to further deepen technological integration and share its smart manufacturing model with global partners.
