2025-05-12 15:16Summary of the Conference Call on Textile Industry Robotics Development Industry Overview - The textile equipment sector is experiencing double-digit growth in revenue and net profit attributable to shareholders in Q1 2024-2025, driven by product structure upgrades such as Huahua Digital's direct injection products and Jack's industrial sewing machines, with gross margin improvement being a key driver of profit growth [1][2] - Capital expenditure in domestic textile manufacturing remains strong with double-digit growth, despite being lower than last year, indicating a recovery in the industry as demand from Southeast Asia is robust and orders from Europe and the US are rebounding [1][4] Company Insights - Jack Co. has a strong foundation in technology and data accumulation, which enhances its competitiveness in humanoid robot investments, aiming to develop flexible production lines [3][11] - The average PE ratio for A-share textile equipment companies is around 20 times, which is approximately 15% lower than the average over the past three years, indicating potential investment opportunities in leading companies with stable profitability [5] Robotics in Textile Manufacturing - The penetration rate of robots in the sewing segment is currently below 5%, significantly lower than the 20% in earlier production stages, due to the need for direct handling of finished garments and the variability in fabric size and type [8][6] - Humanoid robots face challenges in the sewing segment, particularly in task scheduling and allocation algorithms, which are crucial for large enterprises with numerous automated guided vehicles (AGVs) [7][14] Strategic Developments - Jack Co. is focusing on humanoid robots as a growth anchor starting in 2025, transitioning from single-machine intelligence to production line intelligence, addressing labor cost issues for clients [9][12] - The company is collaborating with third-party robotics firms to enhance its capabilities and is adopting a gradual approach to technology deployment, aiming for flexible production lines by 2026 [10][11] Market Demand and Challenges - There is a strong demand from downstream clients for humanoid robots to address production challenges and potentially replace manual labor, which could lead to a recovery in Jack Co.'s stock price and market value [12] - The textile industry faces unique challenges, including maintenance needs due to environmental conditions and the historically low automation rate in the sewing segment, which could be improved through advancements in end-effectors [14][15] Future Outlook - Titan Technology is also entering the humanoid robotics field, planning to develop specialized robots and digital solutions, indicating a broader trend towards automation in the textile industry [13][15]