Exploring the Frontiers of Industry 4.0: Midea’s Washing Machine Factory Demonstrates Smart Manufacturing Prowess!
SDA Facilitates Successful Visit to Midea’s Wuxi Smart Washing Machine Factory, Co-hosted by SSCL Innovation X SCOM
July 18 – The visit and exchange event at Midea’s Wuxi Smart Washing Machine Manufacturing Factory, co-organized by SDA (Green Carbon Neutrality and Sustainable Development Forum for Asia) and hosted by SSCL Innovation X SCOM, concluded successfully. Participants gained in-depth insights into Midea’s “T+3” production-supply-sales model and the application of 5G industrial internet, witnessing the seamless integration of modern technology and traditional manufacturing.

Factory Tour: A Glimpse into Smart Manufacturing
During the tour, attendees demonstrated keen interest in Midea’s intelligent production facility. From historical exhibits in the showroom to the advanced production lines, guests engaged attentively with every explanation. Notably, the automated robotic arms and 5G industrial internet applications drew significant admiration. These cutting-edge technologies not only showcased Midea’s technical prowess but also provided a tangible reference for the future of smart manufacturing.
Wuxi Little Swan Electric Co., Ltd. has successfully established a new smart manufacturing model featuring six characteristics: equipment automation, production transparency, intelligent logistics, mobile management, data-driven decision making, and IoT-enabled products. This was achieved through:
- Personalized R&D system
- Transparent production management platform
- Flexible manufacturing information system integration
- Collaborative T+3 rapid delivery model
- Digital user services
- Full value-chain operation

The subsequent sharing session featured speeches from industry experts and senior executives, who discussed the latest trends and strategic thinking in smart manufacturing. Participants analyzed Industry 4.0 development trends and demonstrated the application value of 5G technology through practical cases.

Detailed interpretations were provided on:
- Midea’s strategic layout in smart manufacturing
- Technological innovations
- Services in green strategy, industrial software and digital consultingMidea’s smart manufacturing strategy includes technological innovation, process optimization and improved market responsiveness. Technological advancements cover automated equipment development and smart control system applications. Discussions also included production efficiency, quality control, competitiveness, and future development plans for smart manufacturing technologies.

The roundtable discussion sparked vibrant idea exchanges. Participants’ in-depth discussions not only provided multiple perspectives for smart manufacturing development but also opened new paths for industry collaboration and innovation. We believe these valuable exchanges will promote further progress in smart manufacturing.
This event’s success owes to every participant’s support and contribution. We’re honored to explore smart manufacturing’s future with you and look forward to transforming these outcomes into practical collaborations. SDA will continue building platforms for industry exchange and cooperation to drive continuous progress in smart manufacturing.
We thank you again for your participation and look forward to meeting you in future events!
