TESMEC Italy Visits Hehua to Discuss Cooperation and Expansion

On October 14, 2026, the purchasing director from TESMEC's Italian headquarters, accompanied by relevant Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs), visited Hehua Machinery Technology (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. The visit focused on ongoing welding and machining cooperation in the power equipment sector, potential business development in rail transit and mining machinery, and new environmental requirements affecting cooperation between European customers and manufacturing suppliers.

The visit provided an opportunity for both teams to review existing cooperation, exchange views on future project requirements, and discuss how manufacturing capabilities and environmental management can better support their business relationship.

Reviewing Existing Welding and Machining Cooperation

During the visit, both parties held in-depth discussions about their existing welding and machining business for power equipment. These activities require manufacturing suppliers to pay close attention to technical drawings, material requirements, dimensional accuracy, welding quality, and consistency throughout production.

For welded and machined metal components, cooperation between the customer and supplier involves more than completing individual manufacturing operations. Technical requirements need to be understood before production, while inspection arrangements and quality expectations must remain clear throughout the project. Communication between purchasing, supplier quality, engineering, and production teams helps address issues in a timely manner.

The participation of TESMEC's purchasing director and SQE representatives provided an opportunity to discuss commercial coordination alongside supplier quality requirements. For Hehua Machinery Technology (Kunshan) Co., Ltd., maintaining a clear understanding of customer specifications is an important part of delivering metal components for industrial equipment applications.

These discussions also help both parties identify areas where existing manufacturing processes can be reviewed and adjusted as project requirements evolve. For ongoing business, consistent communication and a practical approach to technical problem-solving are essential to maintaining a stable working relationship.

Exploring Opportunities in Rail Transit and Mining Machinery

In addition to reviewing current power equipment business, both parties discussed opportunities to develop cooperation in rail transit and mining machinery. These sectors represent potential areas for expanding the existing business relationship and applying relevant metal fabrication capabilities to additional equipment applications.

Rail transit equipment manufacturing involves strict technical and quality requirements for applicable components and welded structures. Depending on the project, suppliers may need to meet specified dimensional tolerances, welding standards, traceability requirements, and inspection procedures. Effective communication between the customer and manufacturer is therefore important when evaluating new components or production arrangements.

Mining machinery presents a different set of operating considerations. Equipment used in mining environments may involve demanding mechanical loads, heavy-duty structures, and components designed for specific operating conditions. Material selection, fabrication methods, machining requirements, and quality verification must be evaluated according to the intended application and customer specifications.

Hehua has experience providing key metal parts and components for rail transit, industrial machinery, and other high-end equipment manufacturing sectors. Its manufacturing scope also covers automotive, aerospace, wind power, nuclear power, semiconductor sealing and testing equipment, and new energy equipment.

These existing areas of activity provide a basis for discussing potential applications in additional equipment categories. However, each new project needs to be evaluated individually against its technical requirements, production scope, and applicable quality standards.

The discussions with TESMEC therefore represent an opportunity to explore how the two companies may extend their cooperation beyond existing power equipment projects. Further development will depend on specific project needs, technical evaluation, and agreement between both parties.

Responding to European Environmental Requirements

Environmental compliance was another important topic during the October 14 visit. European regulatory requirements are creating additional expectations for companies involved in cross-border manufacturing and supply chains. Customers increasingly need reliable information about product-related emissions and the environmental performance of their suppliers.

One key topic discussed by the two parties was the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The mechanism introduces carbon-related reporting and financial obligations for covered goods under the applicable European Union rules. Whether a particular product is covered depends on its classification, origin, and the relevant regulatory requirements.

For manufacturers supplying European customers, preparing the necessary emissions data requires coordination across production, purchasing, materials, energy consumption, and other relevant business activities. The information needs to be collected and checked systematically so that it can support the applicable reporting process.

Hehua is actively working with a third-party service provider on CBAM-related data accounting and optimization. This work is intended to improve the collection and review of relevant data and help the company respond to customer requirements more effectively.

For Hehua Machinery Technology (Kunshan) Co., Ltd., this is not simply an administrative exercise. Reliable data management requires the company to understand the information associated with relevant materials and manufacturing activities, identify gaps, and coordinate with the appropriate parties to improve data quality.

The scope and reporting method must follow the requirements applicable to the products and transactions concerned. Where customer-specific data requests go beyond mandatory reporting obligations, these should also be clarified between the customer and supplier to ensure that the information provided is relevant and consistent.

Advancing Solar Photovoltaic Installation and Energy Saving

Alongside CBAM-related data work, Hehua is accelerating the implementation of solar photovoltaic installations as part of its efforts to improve energy use and reduce emissions.

Solar photovoltaic systems can generate electricity from sunlight and provide an additional source of power for manufacturing facilities. The actual environmental benefit depends on factors such as installed capacity, electricity generation, operating conditions, and the facility's overall energy consumption.

For a manufacturing company, energy improvement involves both infrastructure investment and ongoing operational management. Understanding electricity use, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, and tracking the results of energy-related measures can help establish a more practical approach to emissions reduction.

Hehua's photovoltaic project is intended to support its energy-saving and emissions-reduction efforts. As implementation progresses, the company can assess the contribution of solar generation alongside other relevant operational data.

These measures also provide a basis for more informed communication with customers about environmental improvement activities. For international supply chain cooperation, the ability to explain the actions being taken and maintain relevant supporting records can be valuable when customers review supplier environmental performance.

Environmental data preparation and energy improvement address different parts of the same broader challenge. CBAM-related work focuses on the information required for applicable regulatory and customer reporting, while photovoltaic installation addresses electricity sourcing and potential emissions reduction. Both require clear responsibilities, reliable records, and continued follow-up.

Manufacturing Capabilities and Quality Management at Hehua

Shanghai Hehua Machinery Technology Co., Ltd. was established in 2005, and its subsidiary, Hehua Machinery Technology (Kunshan) Co., Ltd., was established in 2018. The Kunshan facility covers more than 17,800 square meters and employs over 160 people.

The company specializes in key metal parts and components for high-end equipment manufacturing. Its business covers automotive, rail transit, aerospace, wind power, nuclear power, industrial machinery, semiconductor sealing and testing equipment, and new energy equipment.

Hehua has obtained ISO 9001 quality management system certification and IATF 16949 automotive quality management system certification. It also holds EN 15085 certification for welding of railway vehicles and components, and its welders have obtained EN ISO 9606-1 qualification certification.

These certifications and qualifications support the company's quality management and welding activities within their respective scopes. Project-specific requirements still need to be confirmed according to customer drawings, applicable standards, inspection plans, and contractual specifications.

The company has a professional project technical team capable of providing services from design and development through manufacturing. Its operations are managed through the Zhibang International ERP intelligent management system, which covers sales, customers, projects, production, inventory, procurement, human resources, finance, and office operations.

This integrated management approach helps coordinate information across business and production activities. For customers, clear project communication, documented requirements, and appropriate production controls are important elements of supplier cooperation.

Building the Next Stage of Cooperation

The visit by TESMEC's Italian headquarters on October 14, 2026, brought together discussions on current manufacturing business, potential expansion into new equipment sectors, and environmental requirements affecting international supply chains.

For existing power equipment projects, both parties discussed welding and machining cooperation. For future development, rail transit and mining machinery were identified as areas for further exploration. At the same time, CBAM-related data accounting and the implementation of solar photovoltaic installations remain part of Hehua's efforts to respond to environmental expectations and improve energy management.

These topics require continued communication and practical follow-up. Technical requirements, quality expectations, project opportunities, and environmental data requests all need to be assessed according to the needs of the relevant business.

Hehua Machinery Technology (Kunshan) Co., Ltd. will continue working with customers and partners to improve manufacturing coordination, maintain quality management, and develop its capabilities in line with project requirements.

For more information about Hehua's metal fabrication, welding, machining, and equipment manufacturing capabilities, visit the official website at www.hehuamfg.com.