YIZUMI & WANHUA: Achievement for PU In-Mold Painting Technology

Recently, YIZUMI Precision Molding Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “YIZUMI”) and Wanhua Chemical (Beijing) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Wanhua Beijing”) officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement.

The signing of this agreement signifies a transition from previous project collaborations to a more profound strategic partnership between the two parties. It not only highlights the shared vision of both parties for technical innovation and market expansion but also propels the innovation and application ofPU in-moldpainting technologyacross a broader spectrum of industries.

PART 01

Giant Alliance

Reach New Tech Heights Together

YIZUMI, as a benchmark enterprise in China's equipment technology sector, is dedicated to the R&D and innovation of polymer molding technology. Its independently developed ReactPro PU and injection molding integrated molding solution achieves a perfect combination of injection molding and PUR in-moldpaintingtechnology. With remarkable cost-effectiveness and efficiency, it has brought a revolutionary transformation to traditional surface coating processes.

YIZUMI Global Innovation Center

Wanhua Beijing, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wanhua Chemical Group, stands as a leading supplier of modified isocyanate series and polyol blend products. Boasting proprietary intellectual property rights and polyurethane product solutions, Wanhua Beijing spans multiple applications and industries, delivering premium services to hundreds of enterprises worldwide. Relying on an advanced R & D platform and integrated industry chain, Wanhua Chemical develops a solution for polyurethane in-moldpaintingmaterials-Surface-form Pro. By injecting polyurethane materials into molds, the resulting products exhibit exceptional properties such as high transparency, high gloss, scratch resistance, and self-healing capabilities. With a high degree of design flexibility, this solution enables the creation of diverse colors, textures, touch-sensitive surfaces, and ambient lighting effects. It has been successfully applied in automotive interior components such as dashboards, door panels, and center console panels.

YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing have a long history of collaboration. Over the past two years, the two parties have engaged in deep cooperation across multiple projects, amassing a wealth of experience. For instance, at the plastic show, NPE 2024 in the United States, and the YIZUMI Mexico Open Ceremony, Wanhua Beijing's PU materials played a key role in supporting related showcases. What’s more, during routine mold testing processes for customers, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing have frequently joined forces, demonstrating excellent synergistic effects.

This strategic partnership represents a further deepening of the two sides based on the past cooperation results. Through this agreement, the two sides will move from project cooperation to deep integration, share technical resources, jointly promote the research and development and application ofPU in-moldpaintingtechnology, and strive to create more efficient, stable, and environmentally friendly solutions.

PART 02

In-depth Cooperation

Explore New Blue Ocean Market

The in-depth cooperation between YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will inject new vitality into the development of PUR polyurethane reaction molding technology. YIZUMI's ReactPro technology, with its outstanding cost-effectiveness and efficiency, provides strong support for the transformation and upgrading of the manufacturing industry. Meanwhile, Wanhua Beijing's advanced material technology offers a solid foundation for the widespread application of this technology.

In this cooperation, both parties will further optimize the performance and application scope ofSurface-form Protechnology throughcollaborative innovationandtechnology sharing. YIZUMI will provide Wanhua Beijing with a two-platen multi-component injection molding machine. This equipment will serve as a crucial platform for jointly advancing the application ofSurface-form Protechnology, facilitating technological innovation in the fields of injection molding and polyurethane materials for both parties.

Additionally, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing plan to establish aSurface-form Protechnology application platform at Wanhua Chemical's Global R&D Center (Cishan, Yantai), aiming to provide customers with comprehensive product testing and trial molding services. This initiative will further strengthen the market collaboration between the two parties, jointly expanding the market presence of theSurface-form Protechnology.

Wanhua Chemical Cishan Global R&D Center

PART 03

Moving Forward Hand in Hand

Creating a New Chapter for the Future

In terms of market expansion, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will engage in close collaboration to jointly enhance the market visibility and influence of thePU in-moldpaintingtechnology. Both parties will share customer information, conduct joint demonstrations and promotions, and further expand market coverage through resource integration.

From March 26th to 28th, at the Shanghai International Automotive Lighting Exhibition(ALE), YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will jointly present a set of crystal knob solutions. This not only serves as a significant showcase of the collaborative achievements between the two parties but also indicates the vast potential of thePU in-moldpaintingtechnologyin high-end applications. Through this demonstration, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing aim to communicate the innovative value and application prospects of the PU in-moldpaintingtechnologyto the market, attracting more industry attention.

Furthermore, adhering to the principle of "mutual development and win-win cooperation," YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will progressively launch joint promotional activities worldwide. Through technical seminars, industry exhibitions, and other formats, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will showcase the advantages and application cases of thePU in-moldpainitingtechnologyto customers, further enhancing market recognition.

In the future, with the deepening and expanding cooperation between YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing,the PU in-moldpainitingtechnologyis expected to be widely used and promoted across more fields. Leveraging their respective technological strengths and market resources, YIZUMI and Wanhua Beijing will rely on their respective technological advantages and market resources to jointly build stronger market competitiveness and contribute more to the transformation and upgrading of the manufacturing industry and high-quality development.