Yirui Starts Aluminum Hot Rolled Plate Production
Smart Manufacturing Enters a New Phase
On September 20, Henan Yirui New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. officially began rough rolling and thick plate production at its 720,000-metric-ton aluminum-based new materials smart manufacturing project. This milestone marks an important step in the company's smart manufacturing development and in the upgrading of Henan Province's aluminum processing industry.
Advanced Equipment and Digital Control
The project involves a total investment of RMB 1.5 billion. It is built within the company's existing plant and includes a state-of-the-art 1+4 hot tandem rolling line, supported by other industry-leading aluminum processing equipment such as a pusher-type reheating furnace. The “1+4” configuration consists of one roughing mill and four finishing mills, a setup designed for efficient, high-volume production of aluminum plate and sheet products.
The use of a pusher-type reheating furnace helps prepare slabs for rolling, while the 1+4 line allows material to move through roughing and finishing stages in a continuous flow. This type of line is widely used in modern aluminum hot rolling because it can balance output, quality and operational flexibility.
The project also deploys an industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) system. This system monitors and dynamically adjusts key production parameters—including rolling force and temperature—in real time. Such control helps ensure stable, consistent quality for high-end aluminum products and supports a higher share of high-value-added products in the company's output.
Key Expected Outcomes
Once fully operational, the project is expected to deliver the following results:
1. Annual output of 720,000 metric tons of aluminum-based new materials
2. Estimated additional sales revenue of RMB 15 billion
3. More than 300 new jobs
At full capacity, the project will add significant volume to the company's aluminum-based new materials output. The projected revenue increase also indicates the commercial scale of the investment. The new jobs will cover production, technical and supporting roles, helping build local skills and expertise.
These outcomes are expected to strengthen the company's production capacity and market position while contributing to local employment and regional economic growth.
Supporting Regional Industry Upgrading
Beyond its direct output, the project is expected to create an industrial cluster effect for green, next-generation aluminum alloy materials. It will help drive continuous upgrades in production technology, improve the technological capabilities of regional manufacturing, and support the sustainable growth and upgrading of Henan Province's aluminum processing industry.
The cluster effect can attract related suppliers, service providers and downstream manufacturers, creating a wider industrial ecosystem. Over time, this may encourage further investment and innovation in the region.
What This Means for Partners
For customers and partners, the start of rough rolling and thick plate production signals greater production capacity and a stronger focus on quality consistency. The combination of advanced rolling equipment and real-time digital monitoring is intended to support reliable supply of high-end aluminum materials. As the project moves toward full capacity, it is expected to play a growing role in the aluminum materials supply chain.
Looking Ahead
With the rough rolling and thick plate line now in operation, Yirui New Materials has reached a key milestone. By combining advanced equipment, digital control and smart manufacturing, the project aims to improve efficiency, product quality and competitiveness. It also reflects a broader direction for the industry: greener materials, smarter production and stronger regional manufacturing capabilities.
For international audiences, the project represents another example of how aluminum manufacturers are investing in smart manufacturing and higher-value products. The focus on real-time monitoring, quality stability and green materials aligns with global trends in the aluminum industry.
