A Century of Pump Enterprise: Embracing a Legacy of History and Heritage
Established in 1932, Shenyang Pump Factory boasts a rich production history spanning 90 years. Following the liberation of Shenyang in 1948, the factory evolved from the original EBARA water pump manufacturing institute left behind by the enemy, eventually transforming into Shenyang No.6 Machine Factory. In 1953, the factory underwent a name change, becoming known as Shenyang Pump Factory. In 1959, the factory site was moved to No. 28 Xiongjiagang Road, Tiexi District, Shenyang. At that time, this factory was full of devastation and rags.
Part01 History
Shenyang Water Pump Factory at the early stage of the founding of China
Photos during the Cultural Revolution
Part02 Industry status
Since the establishment of the People's Republic of China, Shenyang Water Pump Factory has emerged as the largest pump manufacturer in the country and a key pillar of China's machinery industry. This remarkable achievement can be attributed to the effective guidance from the Ministry of Machinery and the provincial and municipal authorities, as well as the relentless dedication of all factory employees, securing its position at the forefront of the industry. Annually, Shenyang Water Pump Factory delivers tens of thousands of pumps catering to diverse sectors such as power stations, oil fields, chemical industry, mines, transportation, agriculture, and military establishments. Its product reach spans across the nation and extends to over 40 countries and regions in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Pump Park
80's visitors
Part03 Historical change
Following the Third Plenary Session of the Eleventh Central Committee, Shenyang Pump Factory embarked on a transformative journey aimed at enhancing economic efficiency and transitioning from a production-centric approach to a production and operation-oriented model. This involved comprehensive enterprise restructuring, aligning the leadership team with four key requirements, labor organization reorganization, implementing production organization based on employee headcount and quotas, economic responsibility system reform, refining the enterprise management system, and instituting the factory manager responsibility system. Maintaining a steadfast focus on technological advancement ensures the perpetual youthfulness of our longstanding enterprise. Regarding technological progress, our approach encompasses robustly implementing technical upgrades. In addition to aligning with evolving production technology and process routes, we have undertaken a range of enhancements and enrichments in testing capabilities and experimental facilities. We have established two dedicated experimental bases for both cold and hot processing, and elevated the capabilities of our physical and chemical center.
Experimental Center
In the year 1977, our dedicated staff took the initiative to manufacture and modify over 360 sets of diverse equipment, while also establishing 8 automated production lines. This concerted effort played a pivotal role in significantly enhancing our production capabilities and overall efficiency.
In the year 1982, Shenyang Water Pump Factory achieved a significant breakthrough by successfully developing high-efficiency and energy-saving water pumps. Within a span of two years, we successfully manufactured and delivered over 1200 sets of these pumps.
Since the 1980s, Shenyang Water Pump Factory has actively embraced technological advancements by introducing software from industrial powerhouses like Germany, Japan, the United States, and other developed countries. Furthermore, the factory has prioritized the development of its workforce by sending close to 200 employees to undergo training programs at both foreign companies and domestic colleges and universities. This initiative aims to cultivate a pool of specialists while enhancing the cultural and technical competence of our workforce.
Historical contribution
1959 China's first vertical large water pump
1961 China's first double casing cracking oil pump
1972 China's first 5 screw pump 5U90-4
1977 China's first JQ520 mining source pump
1978 China's first high speed pump for ethylene plant with annual output of 11.5 tons
48-inch large farmland drainage and irrigation pumps manufactured in 1962
90 years of industrial pumps
In 1998, in the Phase III of the "Dongshen Water Supply Project" initiated by Guangdong Province, a closed pipeline spanning 83 kilometers will be constructed to facilitate the transportation of domestic water to regions including Hong Kong. Through numerous arduous battles, Shenyang Water Pump successfully secured 16 orders. After an intensive effort spanning nearly two years, we used CAD/CAM integration technology to successfully accomplish the manufacturing of three-dimensional twisted impellers, elevating the quality of our pump products to the international advanced standard. A remarkable milestone was achieved as 16 sets of pumps underwent rigorous testing and emerged triumphant, ready to be deployed to the "Dongshen Water Supply Project " site. The delivery of these 16 sets of 62000HETXJ large vane adjustable vertical oblique flow pumps addressed a national void. At the Dongshen Project site, the pumps stood as steadfast sentinels, arranged in a serpentine formation, diligently extracting water from below and swiftly ushering in a clear stream. Their unwavering dedication ensured the efficient drainage and swift flow of water, leaving behind a transformed landscape.
Part04 Historical images
1954
Workers of the pilot plant celebrate the birth of the Constitution of the People's Republic of China
1955
Students of mining machinery manufacturing in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering of the Northeastern University (NEIT) are engaged in graduation practice. The picture shows worker Zhang Fengrui (second from right) explaining the effectiveness of "Kolesov" turning method to the students.
1957
Kang Shouzhong, an expert in high-speed cutting, made a diamond-shaped turning tool with high efficiency, which solved the problem of insufficient turning tools in the whole factory. The picture shows Kang Shouzhong (right) explaining to the workers how to use the diamond-shaped tool.
1960
The third line turning group in the fourth workshop was recognized as an exemplary group in Shenyang City, leading the way in embracing and applying innovative techniques. The picture shows Zhang Zide (third from left), secretary of the party branch of the workshop, and the workers studying the problem of technical innovation
1960
Through their diligent efforts, the employees successfully redesigned 34 product models, resulting in an annual steel savings of 5,000 tons. The picture shows that the designers are studying the performance of the pump after reducing its volume
1961
The second group of turners in the fourth workshop initiated technical mutual assistance activities among young workers to enhance their technical skills. Liu Yongkui, an exemplary worker in Shenyang, provided them with valuable technical lessons and guidance.
1961年
Liu Huaxuan (right), secretary of the branch of the fourth workshop, and Zhang Zide (second from left), director of the workshop, are studying the innovation projects proposed by the workers.
1961
Wang Shuqing (right front), a talented young turner in the fourth workshop and a city's model worker, achieved seven innovative breakthroughs on January 4, 1961, surpassing production targets month after month.
1961
Lu Quanchun (left), a skilled milling worker from the fourth workshop and a top producer in the entire factory, ingeniously developed a highly efficient mould with multiple functions. This innovative tool significantly enhanced the productivity of the "screwed plug" used in water pump processing, increasing its effectiveness by a remarkable sevenfold. The picture shows that Lu Quanchun is asking his teacher Li Jingyao's opinion on the mould.
1963
Liu Yongkui, an accomplished turner, has demonstrated exceptional skill and precision in processing nearly 300,000 parts encompassing a wide range of specifications. Every single part produced by Liu Yongkui exemplifies outstanding quality, earning him the well-deserved recognition as a model worker and advanced producer for an impressive five consecutive years in the City and province.
1964
Zhou Mengchang, a seasoned worker, generously imparted his expertise in crafting shears for cutting thin iron plates to the younger generation of workers, leaving no knowledge undisclosed. In a heartfelt gesture, he selflessly bestowed his cherished "family heirloom" - the shears - to the factory.
1964
Shenyang Water Pump Factory took special initiative to form an experience dissemination team, dedicated to sharing and promoting the valuable knowledge and practices acquired from sister factories. Li Chuanshang (left), a 35-year veteran technician, helping young workers to use the flexible tool.
Part05 Employee benefits
Sports competition
Factory hospital
Kindergarten
Part06 Reorganization and transformation
In May 2004, Shenyang Water Pump Factory underwent a strategic restructuring and relocated to No. 16 A, Development Road, Shenyang Blower Works Group factory within the Shenyang Economic and Technological Development Zone. Subsequently, in early 2007, the entire workforce of Shenyang Water Pump Factory was integrated into Shenyang Blower Group. Founded in 2009, Shenyang Blower Works Group Petrochemical Pump Co., Ltd. took over the production of the former civilian pump from Shenyang Pump Factory. The company's workforce consisted of reorganized personnel from the former Shenyang Pump Factory.
Restructured Shenyang Blower Works Group
In December 2020, Shenyang Blower Works Group Petrochemical Pump Co., Ltd. underwent a transformation in ownership structure, embracing mixed ownership. In January 2022, the company relocated to its new premises at No. 181, Hong Hui Road, Yuhong District, Shenyang, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the century-old pump enterprise!
Transformed petrochemical pump
