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Zhejiang Fuda Rubber Co., Ltd.

27 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Rubber Conveyor Belt
Country/Region:
Zhejiang, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Zhejiang Fuda Rubber Co., Ltd. Was established in 1993 located in China(Tiantai)rubber belt industrial city, it covers 80000 square meters and has 50000 square meters of building parts. We have fixed assets 200 million and registered capial 80 million.

Jiangsu Guoxin Glass Co., Ltd

21 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Casement Window, Aluminium Window Door, Aluminum Window, Fireproof Glass, Insulated Glass, Laminated Glass(PVB/Sgp), Flat Tempered Glass, Curved Glass(Tempered/Laminated/Insulated), Curtain Wall Glass, 3D Laser Glass
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Jiangsu Guoxin Glass Co., Ltd. Was founded in 2006 and has since grown into a leading enterprise in the glass industry, with a stable and successful track record spanning two decades. Our company has accumulated a wealth of experience in the research and development, production, and marketing of aluminum windows, fireproof Glass, laminated glass, and insulated glass. This expertise has allowed us to innovate and produce high-quality products that meet the diverse needs of our customers.

Jiangsu Zhongyi New Material Co., Ltd.

11 yrs·5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Fiberglass Fabric
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Zhongyi (Taixing) Environmental Protection Technology Co., Ltd., since its establishment in 2016, has always focused on the research and development, production and sales of high-performance composite materials, and has become a leader in the industry. The company is located in Taixing City industrial Park, Jiangsu Province, covers a broad area, with advanced production equipment and technical strength, to provide customers with quality products and services.

Baoding Haichuan Rubber Belt Manufacturing Co.,Ltd

Main Products:
Conveyor Belt, Rubber Belt, Steel Cord Conveyor Belt, Fabric Core Conveyor Belt, Conveyor Machine, Roller, Carrier Roller
Country/Region:
Hebei, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Baoding Haichuan Rubber Belt Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is an enterprise with rubber conveyor belt as its leading product. The company is mainly engaged in the research and development, production and sales of various rubber conveyor belts. The main products are steel cord conveyor helts, special purpose fabric core conveyor belts (heat resistance, ablation resistance, oil resistance, food, etc. ), corrugated sidewall conveyor. Conveyor belts, tubular conveyor belts, fabric core conveyor belts (EP, NN, CC, etc. ), the company's products are used in many fields, such as steal, mining, building materials, ports, power and other industries, among which high temperature and ablation resistant conveyor belts have reached the leading domestic level. In 2011, the company passed the certification of 1S0 9001: 2008 quality management system of China's most authoritative certification center. In 2016, it was listed on the Shijiazhuang Stock Exchange. The stock code is 660217, which is the first local listed company. The company upholds the business philosophy of doing the right thing, benefiting people and reaching, sunselfent is the trusted partner of many well-known enterprises, such as Aluminum Corporation of China. Handan Iron and Steel, Xinacheng Steel, Xinxing Cathay International Group, Zhejiang Mine Heavy ndustry, Shanghai Tech University, China Railway Consturtion Corporation Limited, Jidong Cement Co...Ltd, China National Building Material Group, Conch Cement, etc. And it owns stable and expanding market at home and abroad. Haichuan's unremitting efforts have been widely acknowledged, it is the member of China Rubber Industry Association, the most growth enterprise and high-tech enterprise in Hebei Province. Conveyor belt of Haichuan is awarded with"High Quality Products in Hebei Province", and the trademark of "Haichuan" is famous in Hebei Province, etc. Province, etc. The company implements the "Technology Leading Strategy" and has a long-term and stable

Baoding Yuanchen Transformer Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

16 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Transformer, Distribution cabinet
Country/Region:
Hebei, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
As a trusted manufacturer and exporter of power transformers, Baoding Yuanchen Transformer Manufacturing Co., Ltd. Stands out as a key player in the global power transmission and distribution equipment market. Rooted in Baoding City, Hebei Province - China's iconic "Hometown of Transformers" - we have dedicated decades to delivering high-performance, compliant, and reliable transformer solutions to clients across Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, South America, and Europe. Our global footprint is built on a commitment to meeting international standards, adapting to regional power needs, and fostering long-term partnerships with distributors, EPC contractors, and utility companies worldwide.

Qinghai Xinbang Cable Co., Ltd.

19 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Power Cable, Electric Wire, Mineral Insulated Cable, Control Cable, Overhead Cable, ABC Cable, Rubber Cable
Country/Region:
Qinghai, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Founded on August 23, 2007, Qinghai Xinbang Cable Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in R&D, production and sales of wires and cables, headquartered at No. 6 Ludo Highway, Ganhe Poverty Alleviation Entrepreneurship Park, Huangzhong District, Xining. As a key enterprise in Qinghai's electrical machinery industry, we have grown into a regional benchmark by providing high-quality, safe cable products.

NINGBO INTELL PNEUMATIC TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Pneumatic Fitting;Stainless Steel Fitting; Brass Fitting; PU Tube; Solenoid Valve
Country/Region:
Zhejiang, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Ningbo Intell Pneumatic Technology Co., Ltd located to the pneumatic cluster demonstration base of China-Fenghua area, Zhejiang Province, which is apart from the Ningbo city 30 kilometers, the eastern big port-the Beilun port 50 kilometers, with convenient transportation and advanced logistics.

Shandong Xinjude Purification Technology Co., Ltd.

11 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Medical Sliding Automatic Doors, Medical Purification Door, Steel Airtight Purification Doors, Steel Hospital Ward Doors, Electrolytic Steel Plates for Operating Rooms, Double-Layer Clean Window
Country/Region:
Shandong, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Shandong Xinjude Purification Technology Co., Ltd. is a modern enterprise specializing in the design, manufacturing, installation, and sales of steel airtight doors and clean color steel plates. Xinjude main products include medical sliding automatic doors, steel airtight purification doors, steel hospital ward doors, electrolytic steel plates for operating rooms, double-layer clean windows, purification color steel plates, purification aluminum profiles, stainless steel products, and a wide range of other purification products. We provide comprehensive services from design and sales to installation and after-sales support, meeting customers' requirements for airtightness, safety, aesthetics, comfort, and durability.

Tianhong Power Technology Co., Ltd.

Main Products:
Oil Immersed Transformer, Dry Type Transformer, Box Transformer, Prefabricated Substation (American Type), Dfwk-12 Series Outdoor Ring Main Unit, Kyn28A-12 Metal Armored Middle Mounted Removable, Gcs Type Low Voltage Draw out Switchgear, Ggd Type Complete Switchgear, Single Phase Overhead Distribution Transformer (, Single Phase Overhead Distribution Trnaformer (C
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Company Profile:
Tianhong Power Technology Co., Ltd. is a company engaged in transformer and supporting products production, research and development enterprises. The company is located in the central city of Huaihai Economic Zone - Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, the intersection of Beijing-Shanghai Railway and Longhai Railway, the Eurasian continental bridge across Xuzhou, five provinces thoroughfare, traffic smooth.

Shandong Roc Tarp New Material Technology Co., Ltd.

6 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory
Main Products:
Tarpaulin, PE Tarpaulin, Waterproof Tarpaulin, Outdoor Tarpaulin, Disposable Outdoor Tarpaulin, Pool Cover, Customized Deep-Processed PE Products, Truck Tarpaulin, Custom-Sized Tarpaulin, Heavy-Duty Tarpaulin
Country/Region:
Shandong, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
This is Roc Tarp, located in Yishui, Shandong, the source factory of tarpaulins that integrates research and development, production, processing and sales, covers an area of about 1 2 0 0 0 square meters.

Zhejiang Kaibian Electric Technology Co., Ltd

8 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Power Transformer, Medium Voltage Switchgear, High Voltage Switchgear, Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Distribution Cabinet, Electrical Control Cabinet, Substation Equipment, Ring Main Unit (Rmu), Vacuum Circuit Breaker, Current Transformer
Country/Region:
Zhejiang, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Company Profile:
Zhejiang Kaibian Electric Technology Co., Ltd., established in June 2018, is a professional manufacturer integrating R&D, production, sales, and service. With a production area of 20, 000 m2 and annual sales exceeding 200 million RMB, our core industries include high and low-voltage power distribution equipment, solar photovoltaic systems, and power electronics.

Jiangsu Meixu Decoration Materials Co., Ltd

7 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
HPL, Compact HPL, GF Resin Board, Metal Composite Plate, Metal Composite Panels, Antibacterial Medical Board, Inorganic Pre-Coated Board, Fluorocarbon Paint Decorative Board, Quantz Fiber Board, HPL Fireproof Board
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
As a professional manufacturer rooted in China's manufacturing sector, Jiangsu Meixu understands global customers' demand for "high quality at a reasonable cost". Leveraging China's robust industrial chain, advanced production technologies, and stringent quality control, we offer not just "Made in China" products, but market solutions that balance high-end quality and cost efficiency.

Shandong Derun Green Building Integrated House Co., Ltd.

8 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Expandable Container House, Flat Packed Container House, Detachable Container House, Folding Container House, Creative Container House, Apple Cabin
Country/Region:
Shandong, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Company Profile:
Shandong Derun Green Building Integrated Housing Co., Ltd. is Located In Changle County, Weifang City, Shandong Province.  The Company Operates Two Major Brands-Derun Green Building And Jimengren, focusing on providing R&D, design, manufacturing and full-life-cycle services of prefabricated cultural, commercial and tourism equipment. It is committed to promoting the transformation and upgrading of traditional construction methods towards industrialization, intelligence and low-carbonization, and is a practitioner in China's prefabricated integrated building field.

Qingdao Dingshang Shi Art Construction Materials Co., Ltd.

19 yrs·5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
PU Stone, Wall Panel, Flexible Stone
Country/Region:
Shandong, China
R&D Capacity:
ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Welcome to Qingdao Dingshangshi Art Building Materials Co., Ltd. A leading manufacturer and foreign trade enterprise specializing in innovative flexible stone wall panels and artificial stone panels. With 20 advanced production lines, we guarantee timely delivery and stable supply for your projects.

Jiangsu Guosu New Materials Co., Ltd.

2 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
PVC Film, PVC Sheet, Rubber Conveyor Belt, Rubber Sheet, Silicone Rubber Roll
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Jiangsu Guosu New Materials Co., Ltd. Was founded in 2024, located in jinhu Economic Development Zone, Jiangsu Province. The company covers an area of more than 20000 square meters. The company has more than 40 employees after the production with a professional and technical management, research and development, innovation, production and sales team. The company produces polyvinyl chloride (PVC) polymer material. The products have passed ls09001: 2008 quality system certification and meet theGB/T3830-94 standard. The self-developed "ultra transparent crystal plate" products are best-selling products in the domestic and foreign markets, with an annual sales volume of more than 30, 000 tons, with a sound and stable sales channel and customer group. The main products are PVC calender film, packaging film, furniture film, crystaltable cloth, insulation film, etc., 70% of the products are exported, 30% of the products are sold domestically.  At the same time, the products are widely used in building materials, industrial products daily necessities, floor leather, floor tile, artificial leather, pipes, wies and cables, packaging film, bottles, foaming materials, sealing materials, fibers and other aspects. The products are well received by the domesic and foreign markets, and have a broad prospect for global application. Strong enterprise strength, from Germany to introduce a number of PVC production lines, automatic calender, automatic laminating machine, calender, CNC cutting machine, extrusion machine and other advanced productiln equipment; Training professional R & D, technical personnel more than 10 people for the enterprise's product stability, product structure, product technology content and other aspects of the continuous delivery of fresh blood, so that the enterprise products in the industry in the leading level of technology.

Changzhou Sun Plus Laminate Co., Ltd.

Main Products:
HPL, Compact Laminate, Laminate HPL, Compact Board, Solid Core HPL, Metal HPL, Postforming HPL, Spl Mpcdcl, Ship Decoration HPL, Customized HPL
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
CHANGZHOU SUNPLUS LAMINATE Co., Ltd (Sino-UAE Jonti venture) (SUN+), guided by the principle of"Excelence in Brand, . Commitment in Practice, " has specialized in Decorative Fireproof Materials for 25 years.

Hebei Dongfeng Rubber Belt Co., Ltd

31 yrs·5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Rubber Belt, Conveyor Belt, Sidewall Conveyor Belt, Chevron Conveyer Belt, Rubber Conveyor Belt, Belt Conveyor, Steel Cord Conveyor Belt, Flame Retardant Conveyor Belt, Nylon Rubber Conveyor Belt, Polyester Rubber Conveyor Belt
Country/Region:
Hebei, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Hebei Dongfeng Rubber Belt Co., Ltd. Was founded in 1980, is a collection of R & D, production, sales of all kinds of conveyor belts, transportation equipment, mining equipment, industry and trade integration of high-tech enterprises, has obtained quality management system certification, environmental management system certification, occupational health management system certification, mining product safety mark certification certificate and other industry qualifications. The company won the provincial science and technology small and medium-sized enterprise certificate, provincial industrial enterprise research and development institution certificate, AAA level credit enterprise certificate, safety production standardization level three enterprise certificate, national product quality supervision and sampling inspection qualified enterprise certificate, provincial high-tech enterprise certificate, contract-abiding credit unit certificate, provincial famous trademark enterprise certificate.

Jiangsu Runtai Sealant Industry Co., Ltd

18 yrs·5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Silicone Sealant, Glass Sealant, Sealant Manufacturers, Building Sealant
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Jiangsu Runtai Sealant industry Co., Ltd, established in 2001, is dedicated to becoming the top partner inthe sealant industry, Guided by the principles of credit management, brand reputation. Ecologicaenvironmental protection, and offering high - quality products at competitive prices, we strive forexcellence.

Ningguo Zhongdian New Material Co., Ltd

Main Products:
Exhaust Wrap, Fire Sleeve, Turbo Blanket, Heat Shield, Heat Barrier, Hose Protection Sleeve, Aluminum Corrugated Tube, Fire Pit Mat, Exhaust Pipe Insulation Blanket, Heat Protection Tube
Country/Region:
Anhui, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Located in Yinbai Industrial Park, National Economic Development Zone, Ningguo City, Southeast Anhui Province, Ningguo Zhongdian New Material Co., Ltd. is a new science and technology enterprise specialised in designing, researching, developing, producing and selling new materials of high temperature resistance and fireproofing as a whole.

Shanxi Haitong Industrial Co., Ltd.

33 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Conveyor Roller/idler, Hydraulic Chain Cutter, Emulsion Chain Hoist, Wire Rope Cutter, Multi-Circuit Vacuum Electromagnetic Starter, Electromagnetic Starter for Mining
Country/Region:
Shanxi, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Shanxi Haitong Industrial Co., Ltd., founded in 1992 and based in Shanxi Province, is a comprehensive enterprise specializing in the research, development, production, sales, repair, and international and domestic trade of mining equipment

Hebei Pailun New Materials Technology Co., Ltd.

3 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Exterior Wall Decorative Integrated Panel, Engraved Panel, SPC Panel, Composite Panel, Carbon Crystal Panel, Crashworthy Panel, Clean Panel, Ice-Fire Board, Blast-Resistant Panel
Country/Region:
Hebei, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Hebei Pailun New Material Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional technology focused manufacturer and global supplier of high uality interior and exterior wall building materials, located in Hebei Province, a key industrial hub in North China. Since its establishment, the company has focused on the R&D, production, sales and international trade of eco friendly and functional wall panel materials, boasting rich manufacturing experience, complete production chains and stable supply capacity to serve global customers from all over the world.

Sunkean Cable Co., Ltd.

5.0
Main Products:
Solar Cable, Solar Wire Harness, Solar Connector, Energy Storage Cable, Energy Storage Harness, Energy Storage Connector, EV Charging Cable, EV Charging Station, PV Wire, PV Cable
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Since its establishment in 2013, SUNKEAN has been focused on providing excellent connection solutions for the renewable energy field. Our products cover photovoltaic cables and harnesses, energy storage cables and harnesses, charging cables and harnesses, etc., all of which have obtained multiple international certifications such as UL, ETL, cUL, TÜ V, JET, PSE, CE, CPR, RETIE, RoHS, etc.

Hangzhou Jiaying Trade Co., Ltd.

5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
PVC Foam Board, PVC Wall Panel, PVC Foam Sheet, Embossed PVC Foam Board, Laminated PVC Foam Board, PVC Celuka Board, PVC Foamex Board, WPC Board, WPC Foam Board, PVC Co-Extrusion Board
Country/Region:
Zhejiang, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
PLUSWIN is a leading professional manufacturer of PVC boards, backed by 19 years of industry expertise and over a decade of successful global export experience. We are dedicated to providing the worldwide market with high-performance, waterproof, mold-resistant, and eco-friendly plastic board solutions.

NINGGUO BST THERMAL PRODUCTS CO., LTD.

Main Products:
Fire Sleeve, Heat Shield, Exhaust Wrap, Turbo Blanket, Heat Barrier, Hose Protection Sleeve, Aluminum Corrugated Tube, Fire Pit Mat, Exhaust Pipe Insulation Blanket, Heat Protection Tube
Country/Region:
Anhui, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
BSTFLEX is a leading supplier from China for a wide range thermal protection products and solution for our Customers.

Shanghai ABM Rock Wool Dafeng Co., Ltd

16 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Rock Wool, Rock Wool Board, Rock Wool Lamella, Hydroponic Rock Wool, Sandwich Panel
Country/Region:
Jiangsu, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
UPuper® Is the branch brand of Shanghai ABM rock wool Dafeng Co., Ltd., which provides high-quality rock wool substrates for soilless cultivation of Modern agriculture facility. The company is headquartered in Shanghai Hongqiao CBD and the production base is located in Dafeng District, Yancheng, Jiangsu Province, covering an area of more than 233000 square meters with a total investment of 100 million dollars. It has two world-class production lines, realizing zero discharge of solid waste and waste water and ultra-low emission of waste gas. It is the biggest green rock wool manufacturing base in the whole Asia Pacific region with the largest investment and leading technology and equipment.

Tianjin Guanyu Electric Wire and Cable Co., Ltd.

17 yrs
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Control cable, xlpe cable, rubber cable, pvc cable, electric wire
Country/Region:
Tianjin, China
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
Different kinds of products are available in our company. We're pleased to get your Inquiry and we will reply you as soon as possible. We stick to the principle of "quality first, service first, continuous improvement and innovation to meet the customers" for the management and "zero defect, zero complaints" as the quality objective.

Kunshan New Rich Industry Co., Ltd.

11 yrs·5.0
·Manufacturer/Factory & Trading Company
Main Products:
Camouflage Net, Tactical Helmet, Plate Carrier, Combat Suit, Tactical Clothing, Tactical Vest, Tactical Backpack, Hard Plate, Aramid Fiber, High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Country/Region:
Shanghai, China
R&D Capacity:
ODM Service
Sample Service:
Sample Available
Company Profile:
KUNSHAN NEW RICH INDUSTRY Co., Ltd is one of the important the supplier in the \ Gendarmerie\Firemen fighter\Postmen\workers uniform and equipment etc...., Our factory locate in Kunshan Jiangsu provice. Products contain Shirts, Jacket, Suit\Cost\Tie\Glove\, Belt vest and helmet etc. ., We concentrate on doing this business more than 20 years, we had great experience to give good solution and service to client. We are giving priority to establish a good reputation, products and services adhere to Quality is the operating principle of life. Trust us, we will offer you one of best solution from China.

Shenghua Jiaolian Cable(Henan) Co., Ltd.

Main Products:
Copper Core XLPE Insulated Power Cable, Rubber Sheath Flexible Cable for Communication, Rubber Sheathed Flexible Cable for Coal Mining M, XLPE Insulated Control Cable, XLPE Insulated Overhead Cable, Copper Core PVC Insulated PVC Sheated Power Cabl, Thermo-Coule Compensation Conductor, Wind Energy Flexible Cable, Mineral Insulated Cables, Shipboard Power Cables
Country/Region:
Henan, China
R&D Capacity:
OEM/ODM Service
Company Profile:
Shenghua Jiaolian Cable (Henan) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as 'Shenghua Cable')is headquartered in Pudong New Area, Shanghai. It is a core leading enterprise of Generalized Shenghua Cable Group and a high-tech enterprise that integrates and concentrates high-quality resources for transformation and upgrading in the new era. As many of its subsidiaries, there are domestic wire and cable manufacturing enterprises with sufficient scale, including Shanghai Shenghua, Anhui Lvbao, Jiangtong Shenghua, Harbin Shenghua, etc. It is a large-scale enterprise focused on wire and cable research and development and production.