DKSH and Klingelnberg Advance Gear Technology with Grand Opening of Demo Center

DKSH and Klingelnberg celebrated the grand opening of the DKSH-Klingelnberg Demo Center in Taicang, China, marking an important milestone in their joint commitment to advancing gear technology and promoting industrial innovation in China. The ceremony began with welcoming remarks and speeches by William Li, general manager of the technology business unit, DKSH China, followed by Prof. Dr. Zhaoyao Shi, vice president and executive secretary-general of the China General Machine Component Industry Association, and Heinz Eder, sales director of Klingelnberg AG.  “The DKSH-Klingelnberg Demo Center is an innovation platform that combines Klingelnberg’s centuries of expertise in gear and precision measurement technology with DKSH’s over 30 years of market experience in China,” emphasized Li, highlighting the strategic significance. “Through this center, we create greater added value for our partners. At the same time, we are building a hub that drives technological progress and industrial development throughout the entire gear industry.” Following this, Shi emphasized the broader context of the rapidly developing Chinese gear sector and the importance of international cooperation: “China’s gear industry is experiencing a rapid rise with continuous technological development and growing market potential. As a global leader in gear technology, Klingelnberg has long contributed to the advancement of Chinese gear manufacturing through its state-of-the-art machines and innovative concepts. As China’s manufacturing industry continues to move up the value chain, we need more opportunities for deeper collaboration between Chinese and international companies. Such partnerships not only promote technological progress but also build trust and a shared vision for the future.” In this spirit, Eder underlined the strong, decades-long partnership between DKSH and Klingelnberg: “DKSH and Klingelnberg have enjoyed a close partnership for 32 years, driven by our shared pursuit of excellence and technological advancement. We see the Demo Center in Taicang not only as a showcase for advanced gear technologies but also as a bridge for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and shared success. The new Demo Center will further strengthen our cooperation with partners as we jointly face future technological and market-related challenges. DKSH and Klingelnberg are true strategic partners, and together with all our industry partners, we look forward to a successful and promising future.” After the speeches, a ceremonial ribbon-cutting and a traditional lion dance symbolized the successful beginning. Afterwards, guests were invited to tour the new Demo Center, where all Klingelnberg machines currently used for passenger car electric drives are available for customer trials. During the tour, visitors gained direct insight into how Klingelnberg’s state-of-the-art machines increase productivity, precision, and process reliability. Topics such as digital integration, automation, and quality optimization were discussed in detail, demonstrating how these innovations can promote sustainable manufacturing and competitive advantages across various industries.

In a special session, the latest technologies were presented, including “Quiet Bevel Grinding”—a software for bevel gear grinding that uses a new, innovative approach for low-noise, high-precision hypoid and bevel gear teeth. Also showcased was the production planning and monitoring software “Smart Factory,” which attracted great interest among the participants. The successful opening of the DKSH-Klingelnberg Demo Center marks a new chapter in the collaboration between the two companies and provides customers with a local point of contact to experience, test, and explore cutting-edge solutions firsthand.