Summary of PCB Equipment Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The PCB equipment industry is entering a performance inflection point starting from Q4 2024, with significant revenue growth observed in companies like Dazhu CNC, driven by capital expenditures from PCB manufacturers, particularly those receiving orders from Nvidia like Shenghong and Hude. [1][5] - The demand for AI computing servers is surging, leading to increased production of complex, high-layer HDI boards, resulting in substantial capital expenditure increases among suppliers. Domestic PCB manufacturers such as Shennan and Jingwang are accelerating their capital investments, with expectations of strong capital expenditures and equipment procurement in 2026. [1][6] Key Financial Insights - Leading PCB manufacturers are planning a total capital expenditure of 58 billion yuan, with 40 billion yuan allocated for production equipment, indicating an 80% increase in global demand. This suggests a high level of industry prosperity in 2026. [1][7] - Dazhu CNC reported a nearly 500% year-on-year growth in Q4 2024, with quarterly growth rates exceeding 100% in 2025. Other companies like Xinqi Micro and Kaige are also showing strong performance. [3] Technological Developments - The introduction of the Rubin architecture server has raised the requirements for PCBs, necessitating new materials and orthogonal backplanes, which in turn increases the demand for high-end PCBs and difficult-to-process materials. [1][12] - The drilling equipment segment is crucial, accounting for up to 40% of the production line, with significant demand growth expected due to new materials and technological upgrades. Ultra-fast laser drilling is emerging as a key development direction. [1][15][17] Market Dynamics - The strong capital expenditure from PCB manufacturers is positively impacting equipment manufacturers' performance, with companies like Shenghong benefiting from high-margin orders from Nvidia. [5][9] - The market for high aspect ratio drill bits is expanding rapidly, with significant growth expected in the 40x aspect ratio segment. Companies like Dingtai and Zhongtung are well-positioned to capitalize on this trend. [4][20] Future Outlook - The PCB industry is expected to maintain strong capital expenditures and equipment procurement in 2026, with many projects still in early stages and not yet undergoing large-scale equipment tenders. [7] - Key players expected to drive growth in 2026 include Shennan Circuit, Pengding, Dongshan Precision, Jingwang, and others, with substantial planned investments. [8] - The introduction of new materials, such as 麻九 (Majiuwu) material, is anticipated to enhance performance but may also increase the complexity and cost of production. [14][23] Company-Specific Insights - Dazhu CNC is recommended as a key player in the drilling equipment segment, with expectations of achieving a market value of 80 billion yuan by 2026 due to successful product penetration and order fulfillment. [23] - Zhongtung High-tech's subsidiary, Jingzhou Precision, is expected to expand its capacity significantly, with a projected monthly capacity of 120-130 million by 2026, indicating strong growth potential. [24] - Dingtai High-tech is noted for its high capacity and rapid expansion, with a target market value of 60 billion yuan or higher due to its competitive advantages in the high aspect ratio drill bit market. [25] Conclusion - The PCB equipment industry is poised for significant growth driven by technological advancements, strong capital expenditures, and increasing demand for high-performance materials and equipment. Key players like Dazhu CNC, Dingtai High-tech, and Zhongtung High-tech are expected to lead this growth trajectory. [26]

Group 1 - Liquid cooling technology is essential for addressing the heat dissipation pressure in data centers, offering advantages such as low energy consumption, high heat dissipation, low noise, and low total cost of ownership (TCO) [1][2] - The value of liquid cooling systems is expected to grow significantly alongside chip upgrades, with a projected increase of over 20% for rack liquid cooling modules in GB300-GB200 servers [1][2] - The market for ASIC liquid cooling systems is estimated to reach 35.3 billion yuan by 2026, while the market for NVIDIA liquid cooling systems is projected to reach 69.7 billion yuan [1][2] Group 2 - The domestic supply chain is accelerating its entry into the liquid cooling market, with NVIDIA opening its supplier list to allow more flexibility in supply chain composition [2] - The Rubin architecture requires new liquid cooling solutions due to its high thermal design power (TDP) of 2300W, necessitating alternatives to single-phase cooling plates [2] - Two viable solutions for the Rubin architecture include phase change cooling plates and microchannel plates, with the latter likely becoming the preferred option as power requirements increase [2] Group 3 - The demand for AI server computing power is rapidly increasing, driving the penetration rate of liquid cooling solutions, and leading to an explosive demand for efficient and energy-saving heat exchange solutions in data centers [3] - Companies to watch in this sector include Yingweike, Shenling Environment, Gaolan Co., Hongsheng Co., Zhongke Shuguang, and Jieban Technology [3]

Summary of Conference Call on Liquid Cooling Technology Industry Overview - 2025 is projected to be the global year of liquid cooling, with an expected shipment of 30,000 units, significantly higher than the 1,000-2,000 units in 2024 [1][3] - Demand is anticipated to increase by over 30% in the second half of 2025 compared to the first half, driven by IT infrastructure expansion and capacity ramp-up [2][4] Key Insights and Arguments - NVIDIA plans to deliver 5 million GPUs in 2026, corresponding to approximately 60,000 to 70,000 liquid cooling cabinets, indicating a potential doubling of demand [4][5] - The liquid cooling market is fragmented, with leading suppliers like Weidi holding a 30%-35% market share, and North American suppliers collectively accounting for nearly 60% of the market [1][7][8] - Chinese manufacturers face challenges in the international market due to trade issues and technological gaps, primarily participating in Southeast Asian markets while focusing on domestic liquid cooling applications [1][9] Pricing and Cost Structure - The cost of overseas liquid cooling systems is approximately $70,000 for an N172 cabinet and $50,000 for an N272 cabinet, while domestic systems are cheaper, averaging around 2,000 RMB per kW [10][11] - Domestic cooling systems are generally less expensive due to lower component costs and simpler designs, with total costs around 2,000 RMB per kW [12] Profitability and Market Entry - Overseas manufacturers typically require a gross margin of at least 35%, while some domestic companies are willing to operate with margins as low as 20% [13][14] - There are currently no clear indications that domestic companies can directly enter the overseas market, although some have received certifications from major clients like NVIDIA [15] Technological Developments - The liquid cooling technology is evolving, with potential shifts towards hybrid cooling solutions that combine GPU direct cooling with cabinet-level silent cooling [3][16] - The Rubin architecture may introduce new challenges for liquid cooling systems, necessitating further validation of new technologies [17][18] Future Trends - The development of server power supplies is moving towards higher capacities, with a new generation of 12 kW power supplies expected in early 2026 [19][20] - The transition to high-voltage direct current (DC) power supplies is anticipated, which could enhance energy density and efficiency [20] Challenges in Implementation - The low-voltage 848V systems face limitations due to high current requirements, necessitating the development of high-voltage to low-voltage onboard power supplies [23] - High-frequency conversion technologies present significant challenges in terms of design complexity and cost [24][25] Conclusion - The liquid cooling market is poised for significant growth, driven by technological advancements and increasing demand from the IT sector. However, challenges remain in terms of international market entry for Chinese manufacturers and the need for ongoing innovation in cooling technologies.