
2024-12-26
On December 26, Dingxiang County, the heart of China's forging industry, unveiled the latest achievements and development strategy of its flange manufacturing sector. Recognized as the "Forging Home of China", Dingxiang has grown into Asia's largest flange manufacturing base and the world's leading flange export hub, supplying the global energy and industrial markets with reliable forging solutions. By 2025, the county's total output of forged products is projected to be over 20 billion yuan, which will further strengthen its position in international supply chains.
Dingxiang's flange industry combines scale, specialization and global competitiveness. The county produces 48% of China's total flange output, occupies more than 60% of the wind power tower flange market, and accounts for over 30% of China's forged steel flange exports. In 2024, Dingxiang is officially recognized as the "National Specialized Industrial Cluster for Small and Medium Enterprises", confirming its production strength, export potential and integrated industrial ecosystem.
The region offers a complete and efficient supply chain, from raw material procurement and precision forging to machining, quality control and global logistics. Today, there are 319 forging enterprises in Dingxiang, including 115 large manufacturers, with a total annual capacity of over 1.9 million tons and a qualified workforce of more than 40,000 specialists. Products cover over 2,000 flange sizes for applications in the oil and gas, petrochemical, wind power, shipbuilding and heavy industrial sectors, serving customers in more than 70 countries and regions worldwide.
Through the implementation of smart manufacturing and digital transformation, Dingxiang continues to improve quality and efficiency. The introduction of intelligent production lines, ERP and MES systems, and 5G-based industrial platforms has significantly improved accuracy, quality consistency, delivery speed and energy efficiency, ensuring stable high-volume supply that meets international standards.
In the future, Dingxiang County intends to build a high-tech, intelligent and environmentally friendly forging industry, focusing on international standards, testing platforms and innovative service. For global customers seeking reliable production capacity, consistent quality and long-term partnerships, Dingxiang is a proven and trusted source for forged flanges worldwide.