Industry Overview - The commercial water purifier industry in China is experiencing rapid growth driven by policy incentives and rising consumer demand, with the market expected to exceed 21.4 billion yuan by 2027 and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15.7% from 2023 to 2027 [1] - The market potential is significant, with new machine sales projected to reach 19.79 billion yuan and after-sales service market estimated at 1.61 billion yuan [1] Company Developments - Angel, a domestic professional water purification brand, has launched two new commercial water purification product series: Zhi Ji and Zhi Rui, targeting different market segments [1] - The Zhi Ji A1000 series is priced between 26,800 to 29,800 yuan for high-end commercial scenarios, while the Zhi Rui A100 series offers a combination of a 6,999 yuan direct drinking machine and a 3,999 yuan pipeline machine for small and medium-sized businesses [1] - Angel's Chairman and President, Kong Na, emphasized the focus on public offices, catering, and industrial medical sectors, with plans to increase R&D investment to drive industry development through technological innovation [1] Product Features - The Zhi Ji A1000 series is designed for high-density water usage, featuring a 1000G ultra-large flow design to meet the instantaneous water demand for large groups [2] - It incorporates a full-link 3.0 sanitation sterilization system to ensure water quality meets direct drinking standards and integrates the Anqi Smart SaaS management platform for enhanced operational efficiency [2] - The product also utilizes self-developed ultra-quiet balance pump technology to address common issues such as high noise levels and short pump lifespan in traditional commercial equipment [2] Market Comparison - China's commercial water purifier penetration rate is only 23%, significantly lower than developed countries, indicating a substantial growth opportunity in the market [5] - Despite bottled water and boiled water dominating the commercial drinking water sector, the market share of water purifiers is gradually increasing [5] - The forecast suggests that by 2027, while bottled water and boiled water will still lead the market, the share of water purifiers will continue to rise, highlighting the potential for future growth [5]