The non-standard sheet metal parts industry is developing towards higher precision, higher efficiency, and intelligent manufacturing. In 2024, over 60% of companies in the industry had introduced advanced manufacturing processes such as automated stamping, laser cutting, and robotic welding, significantly improving production efficiency and product consistency. With the application of the Industrial Internet and digital manufacturing technologies, some leading companies have begun to build digital production management systems, achieving full-process information management from design and processing to inspection, thereby further enhancing their customized service capabilities.
Regarding exports, in 2024, the total export value of China's non-standard sheet metal parts was approximately RMB 4.2 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4.1%. Major export markets included Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America, with export products mainly consisting of sheet metal parts for communication equipment and structural parts for industrial machinery. With the continued advancement of the Belt and Road Initiative, the expansion space for Chinese non-standard sheet metal parts companies in overseas markets will further expand in the future.
According to analysis by Boyan Consulting & Market Research Online, China's non-standard sheet metal parts industry is at a critical stage of transformation from traditional manufacturing to intelligent manufacturing. Driven by policy support, technological advancements, and upgrading market demand, the industry is expected to maintain stable growth and gradually move towards high-end and intelligent development. In the coming years, leading companies with strong R&D capabilities, high levels of automation, and stable customer resources are likely to gain a more advantageous position in market competition.
