Against the backdrop of the "Double Carbon" strategy and the surging wave of intelligent manufacturing, the plastic pallet industry is experiencing a transformative moment. Recently, our reporter paid a visit to Zhejiang Lihao Plastics Co., Ltd., a 35-year-old industry veteran, to uncover the secrets behind its leading position in the logistics equipment market.
Nestled in the Taizhou Bay Industrial Agglomeration Area, Lihao Plastics' 50,000-square-meter production base is a hub of efficiency. With 32 automated injection molding lines running at full tilt, a workforce of over 400 employees collaborates seamlessly with intelligent equipment, churning out more than 20,000 pallets daily. Thanks to digital monitoring systems, the product qualification rate stands at an impressive 99.2%.
The company's diverse portfolio, consisting of 12 major product series, caters to a wide range of needs, from light-duty turnover to heavy-duty warehousing. These pallets have found their way into numerous high-profile applications, including Mengniu Dairy's cold chain logistics, Jiuzhoutong Pharmaceutical's sorting centers, and JD.com's Asia No.1 warehouses. In a leading food group's automated stereoscopic warehouse, Lihao Plastics' custom-made pallets, capable of bearing a load of up to 2 tons, work in tandem with AGV robots, boosting operational efficiency by 60% compared to traditional wooden pallets.
In response to industry changes, Lihao Plastics has invested in state-of-the-art German KraussMaffei equipment and developed energy-efficient pallets made from 100% recyclable PP materials. Certified to withstand loads of 2.5 tons and temperatures ranging from -40°C to 80°C, these pallets have a lifespan of up to 8 years, helping partner companies reduce logistics costs by 15%. Accounting for 40% of the company's sales revenue, these products have successfully entered the supply chains of global giants like Amazon and Unilever.
Collaborating with renowned universities, Lihao Plastics has established joint laboratories and invests over 20 million yuan annually in R&D. The company's innovation efforts have yielded 27 national patents, including a "honeycomb structural design" that enhances compression resistance by 40% and a "nano anti-static coating technology" that addresses safety concerns in electronics transportation. With products exported to 36 countries, Lihao Plastics continues to see a steady increase in overseas revenue.
During the company's anniversary celebration, the chairman announced plans for a Phase II smart factory project. The initiative will incorporate digital twin technology and the development of IoT-enabled pallets embedded with RFID chips, enabling end-to-end visual management. As Lihao Plastics moves forward, it remains committed to providing the global supply chain with efficient, sustainable solutions.
