Core Viewpoint - Huichuan Technology announced on October 27 that its general automation segment includes products such as pneumatics, CNC, precision machinery, high-efficiency motors (excluding general servo motors), and sensors. The company noted that these products have experienced rapid growth this year, indicating a promising future for these segments despite their current smaller scale [1]. Group 1: Product Performance - Pneumatic products, CNC, precision machinery used in machine tools, and sensors have all achieved significant growth this year [1]. - The overall scale of these businesses is currently small, but they are in a phase of continuous cultivation and expansion [1]. Group 2: Future Outlook - The company believes that there is considerable growth potential for these products in the future [1].

Group 1: General Automation Business Performance - The general automation business has seen positive order growth across over 40 downstream industries, indicating a recovery trend in manufacturing [2][3] - The company’s market share in the domestic market continues to rise, primarily by replacing foreign brands, especially in the automotive and semiconductor sectors [2][3] - The lithium battery industry has contributed to the growth of the general automation business, alongside successful penetration in semiconductor, 3C equipment, machine tools, and automotive sectors [3][4] Group 2: Profitability and Competition - The core profit margin of the general automation business has been on the rise, despite some price pressure on products [3][4] - The company has maintained stable overall gross margins through rapid growth in high-margin products and optimization of product structure [3][4] - Inventory levels among downstream distributors are normal, with no signs of stockpiling [3] Group 3: International Expansion and Strategy - The company has invested over 700 personnel in overseas operations, focusing on developing safety products that meet European and North American standards [4][5] - The overseas business has grown nearly 50% from January to September 2025, outpacing domestic growth [5] - The company faces challenges in brand recognition and product requirements in the European and American markets, which it aims to address through international branding efforts and product development [4][5] Group 4: Robotics and AI Development - The company is focusing on developing humanoid robots by first establishing a competitive advantage in core components and then targeting industrial applications [6][7] - The integration of AI and vision technology into industrial robots is a key development area, enhancing the company's competitive edge [6][7] - The company plans to leverage open-source models in AI applications, emphasizing the importance of industrial context in AI deployment [9][10] Group 5: Financial Outlook and Cost Management - The company expects to maintain stable gross margins in the general automation business through product structure optimization and cost control [10][11] - R&D expenses are projected to continue rising, supporting long-term growth, while sales and management expenses are expected to decrease due to scale effects [11] - The target is to keep the overall expense ratio around 17% [11]

Group 1: Investor Relations Activities - The company conducted multiple investor relations activities from May 6 to May 16, 2025, including on-site research and conference calls, with a total of 136 participants across various sessions [6][7][8]. - Notable participants included major investment firms such as Point72, Allianz, and BlackRock, with a total of 91 participants in one of the strategy meetings [2][3][4]. Group 2: Business Growth Areas - The company aims to enhance its market share in automation, focusing on servo systems, variable frequency drives, and small PLC products, with a strategy to expand into industrial robots and precision machinery [8][9]. - The company is targeting the process industry as a key growth area, leveraging trends in digitalization and new industrialization to improve its offerings [8][11]. Group 3: Mergers and Acquisitions Strategy - The company is pursuing mergers and acquisitions that align closely with its core business in automation, precision machinery, and industrial software, aiming to build a comprehensive industrial ecosystem [11]. - Recent acquisitions include the purchase of SBC in 2023, which has strengthened the company's capabilities in precision machinery [9][11]. Group 4: Production Capacity and Expansion - The company has initiated production at a new factory in Nanjing, which focuses on industrial robots and precision machinery, enhancing its production capacity [9]. - The company is actively working to introduce new products into the Chinese market, leveraging collaborations with industrial clients [9][10].

Group 1: Investor Relations Activities - The company conducted multiple investor relations activities from March 17 to April 3, 2025, including on-site research and strategy meetings with various investment firms [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]. - A total of 9 participants attended the first on-site research on March 17, while 28 participants attended the first on-site research on March 18 [1][2]. Group 2: Product Development and Market Expansion - The company has extended its product line to include precision machinery, pneumatic products, sensors, and efficient motors, focusing on bundled sales strategies to meet customer needs [4][5]. - The PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) products have seen significant sales growth, with ongoing investments in R&D to enhance capabilities and expand into various industries such as lithium batteries, 3C, and photovoltaics [4][5][6]. Group 3: Market Trends and Business Growth Drivers - The 2024 government initiative aims to promote large-scale equipment updates, particularly in the industrial sector, driven by technological advancements and changing market demands [7]. - The company anticipates that the demand for equipment upgrades will support business growth, as new technologies improve production efficiency and product quality [7]. Group 4: Elevator Business Outlook - The elevator business is expected to maintain steady growth, focusing on expanding into multinational enterprises and enhancing overseas market presence [8]. - The company plans to strengthen its service market for elevators, capitalizing on the increasing demand for maintenance and replacement services in China's growing elevator stock [8].