Dalian Polytechnic University and APW Waterjet Sign Agreement to Build Joint Research and Development Center for Ultra-High Pressure Waterjet Technology

On January 27th, Dalian Polytechnic University and APW Waterjet held a grand signing ceremony for the establishment of a Joint Research and Development Center for Ultra-High Pressure Waterjet Technology in the field of light industry. The ceremony took place at APW Waterjet’s conference room. The agreement was signed by Dr. Pang Guibing, Dean of the School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation at Dalian Polytechnic University, and Mr. Chen Ping, Chairman of APW Waterjet. Both sides delivered speeches and engaged in in-depth discussions regarding the details of the cooperation, ultimately reaching a broad consensus. This partnership aims to lay a solid foundation for breakthroughs in ultra-high pressure waterjet technology and its industrial applications in the light industry sector.

This collaboration represents a precise alignment of academic research strength and industrialization advantages, combining the research capabilities of a leading university with the practical industry experience of a top-tier company. The team from Dalian Polytechnic University, led by Dr. Pang, includes core technical experts such as Mao Dubang, Xu Yunchao, and Tong Qiang, who have been dedicated to cutting-edge fields like intelligent robotics, artificial intelligence, and difficult-to-process materials for many years. The team has participated in numerous national-level scientific research projects and possesses both deep academic expertise and rich practical experience.

Dr. Pang stated that the School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation at Dalian Polytechnic University has always focused on the technological needs of the light industry and mechanical manufacturing fields, working tirelessly for years on industry-university-research integration. This cooperation with APW Waterjet will leverage the university’s strengths in intelligent control, material processing, and other areas, tackling the challenges and bottlenecks in ultra-high pressure waterjet technology application. The goal is to advance technological results from the laboratory to the production line, contributing to the sustainable development of the light industry.

APW Waterjet, a leader in the waterjet industry, is the only national-level “specialized, refined, and innovative” small giant enterprise in the sector. The company not only drafted the national standards for ultra-high pressure water cutting machines and ultra-high pressure pumps, but it also owns provincial-level enterprise technology centers and ultra-high pressure waterjet technology research institutes. With over 70 patents granted, APW Waterjet has built a modern production base with an annual output of 3,000 sets of ultra-high pressure waterjet equipment. The company’s products are sold in 63 countries and regions around the world, serving more than 6,000 customers. APW Waterjet has strong advantages in manufacturing, market transformation, and industry resource integration.

In his speech, Chairman Chen Ping emphasized that APW Waterjet has always focused on technological innovation as its core competitive advantage. By collaborating with Dalian Polytechnic University to establish a joint R&D center, the company aims to complement its technological shortfalls by leveraging the university’s intellectual and research resources. This will particularly benefit advancements in the fine applications of ultra-high pressure waterjet technology in the light industry and the intelligent upgrades needed to accelerate industrial development.

Ultra-High Pressure Waterjet Technology: A Green and Efficient Manufacturing Process

Ultra-high pressure waterjet technology is a green cold-working process with advantages such as narrow cutting seams, no thermal deformation, and environmental friendliness. This technology has significant application prospects in the light industry, especially in scenarios such as heat exchanger cleaning, paper machine descaling, and fine food cutting. The joint effort between Dalian Polytechnic University and APW Waterjet not only responds to the national strategy of industry-education integration and collaborative innovation, but also provides a strategic platform for mutual resource complementarity and win-win outcomes.

The Future: Accelerating Technological Commercialization and Talent Development

Looking ahead, both parties will continue to deepen their technological cooperation and talent development through the joint R&D center. The aim is to accelerate the commercialization and promotion of high-end technologies, making advanced manufacturing technologies more accessible to the public. This collaboration will inject new momentum into the transformation and upgrading of China’s light industry, helping to build a greener and more efficient manufacturing ecosystem.

The partnership between Dalian Polytechnic University and APW Waterjet exemplifies how academic institutions and industrial leaders can collaborate to address industry challenges, foster innovation, and drive technological advancement. As the two organizations work together, their combined efforts will pave the way for new breakthroughs in ultra-high pressure waterjet technology, further enhancing the competitiveness of China’s light industry and supporting its sustainable development.