Group 1 - The core event is the inauguration of the CEP testing platform at KSB's Shanghai chemical engineering pump factory, which integrates advanced Sino-German technology for the global petrochemical industry [1] - The CEP testing platform is the largest closed testing facility in China, with a power limit of 4000 kW and a maximum flow rate of 4300 m³/h, featuring automated systems that significantly enhance testing efficiency for OH and BB2 series pumps [1] - KSB's North Asia President stated that the completion of the testing platform signifies the factory's comprehensive testing capabilities and revitalizes the intelligent testing sector in the global chemical pump industry [1] Group 2 - The global pump market is experiencing "bipolar growth," with the Asia-Pacific region becoming the largest consumer market due to infrastructure investment and industrial upgrades, while Europe and the U.S. maintain a technological edge in high-end customization [2] - In China, the pump market is driven by the chemical, power, and metallurgy industries, with a growing demand for high-pressure, corrosion-resistant pumps [2] - The industry is shifting from "mechanical transmission" to "intelligent control," with KSB's new testing platform utilizing big data and AI for real-time problem detection [2] Group 3 - The introduction of AI has led to a 300% increase in pump testing and installation efficiency at KSB's chemical engineering pump factory [3] - China has become KSB's second-largest market globally [3]