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Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen Sign Strategic Cooperation Agreement in China
Recently, Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen formally signed a strategic cooperation agreement in China. As two global leaders in die-casting equipment, this partnership focuses on the development needs of the Chinese market, reaching a long-term consensus on key areas such as joint technological innovation, collaborative market expansion, and upgrading localized services. This move not only marks a new phase in the strategic positioning of both companies within the Chinese die-casting market but will also inject strong new momentum into the high-quality development of China's die-casting industry.
As a core growth engine for the global die-casting industry, the Chinese market has become a key arena for global technological iteration and market expansion, driven by the rapid rise of downstream sectors such as new energy vehicles, high-end communication base stations, drones, and humanoid robots. Against this backdrop, the strategic cooperation between Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen is not merely a commercial partnership but a comprehensive, synergistic layout formed through deep insight into the characteristics and industrial challenges of the Chinese market.
Multi-Dimensional Value Highlights: Providing Multiple Benefits for China's Die-Casting Industry Development
1. Collaborative Technological Innovation, Meeting Local High-End Demand
Currently, China's die-casting industry is accelerating its transition from "scale expansion" to "quality upgrade." Emerging demands such as large-scale integrated casting, magnesium alloys, and brazeable alloys impose higher requirements on the performance, efficiency, and adaptability of die-casting equipment. Bühler Die Casting, with its extensive global experience in die-casting solutions, possesses mature and leading practical expertise in integrated die-casting and intelligent production line setup. StrikoWestofen has deep technical expertise and a strong industry reputation in the R&D and manufacturing of core thermal process equipment for die casting. By fully integrating their respective technological strengths, the two parties will conduct joint R&D tailored to the customized needs of the Chinese market, promoting the deep integration of global leading die-casting technologies with local application scenarios. This will help local enterprises substantially enhance their core process competitiveness and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Bühler's large-scale integrated die-casting cell, Carat 920
StrikoWestofen's LeanMelter in-cell melting solution for die casting
2. Collaborative Market Expansion, Building a New Industrial Ecosystem
The current Chinese die-casting market exhibits diversified and customized demands, making industry resource integration and collaborative development an inevitable trend. Bühler Die Casting boasts a global market layout and strong brand influence, while StrikoWestofen, rooted in the Chinese market for years, holds significant advantages in localized service responsiveness and customer needs insight. The two parties will fully share market resources, establish cooperative links for customer engagement and channel complementarity, and jointly conduct market activities such as technical seminars and industry exhibitions. Focusing on core sectors like high-end manufacturing and sustainable development, they will jointly explore market potential and expand cooperation boundaries. This approach will not only provide customers with a more comprehensive and efficient one-stop service experience but also empower the local market by integrating global industrial resources. It will accelerate the formation of an industrial ecosystem characterized by "resource sharing, complementary advantages, and mutual benefit," injecting sustained momentum into the high-quality development of China's die-casting market.
Bühler's large-scale integrated die-casting cell, Carat 920
StrikoWestofen's Westomat Classic dosing furnace
3. Leading a New Model of Industry Cooperation, Promoting the Localization of Global Resources
This cooperation breaks away from the traditional model of multinational equipment companies merely "exporting products" to a deeper synergistic model of "joint R&D, joint market development, and joint service building" for cultivating the Chinese market. This innovative cooperative model not only provides a valuable reference sample for other multinational equipment companies planning their China strategy but will also drive the aggregation of global die-casting industry resources towards the Chinese market. It will accelerate China's transition from a "large die-casting country" to a "strong die-casting country," helping the local industry occupy a more important position in the global value chain.
Statements from Both Parties: Serving the Chinese Market Development with Synergistic Strength
Mr. Lu Min, General Manager of Bühler Die Casting China, stated:
"The Chinese market is a core sector of Bühler's global strategy, and its development potential and innovative vitality remain our focus. The essence of this strategic cooperation with StrikoWestofen is to serve the local industry by integrating both parties' global high-quality resources based on the actual needs of the Chinese market. We look forward to providing more production-practice-aligned solutions for Chinese die-casting enterprises through deep technological and resource synergy, effectively assisting the local industry in achieving higher-quality development."
Mr. Wei Baohua, Senior Vice President of Norican Group and General Manager of StrikoWestofen China, pointed out:
"The innovation speed and market potential of China's die-casting industry are leading globally. StrikoWestofen has always regarded the Chinese market as a crucial strategic foothold. The cooperation with Bühler is a key step in deepening our China market layout. Leveraging our complementary strengths, we will bring globally leading die-casting equipment technology and efficient service systems to China, growing and evolving in sync with local enterprises."
In the future, Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen will gradually implement key cooperative projects such as joint R&D centers, localized demonstration and testing bases, and regional service centers. They will continuously deepen synergy and linkage in technology, market, and services, taking concrete actions to help China's die-casting industry overcome development bottlenecks, secure a more core position in global competition, and jointly advance the industry into a new stage of higher-quality development.
Bühler China and StrikoWestofen will exhibit at Asia's largest specialized die-casting and non-ferrous exhibition—CHINA DIECASTING & CHINA NONFERROUS 2026 (Shanghai New International Expo Center, Halls N1-N4) from July 15-17, 2026, at Booth N1A12 and Booth N1B21. Under the theme "Twin Engines: Al & Mg, A Lightweight Future", this edition is expected to span 49,200 square meters, feature 600+ exhibitors, and attract 28,000 professional visitors. Enterprises and professionals from the global die-casting and non-ferrous casting industry chain are welcome to visit for exchange and cooperation.
This article is reproduced from Bühler China, StrikoWestofen, and Diecasting Weekly.
As a core growth engine for the global die-casting industry, the Chinese market has become a key arena for global technological iteration and market expansion, driven by the rapid rise of downstream sectors such as new energy vehicles, high-end communication base stations, drones, and humanoid robots. Against this backdrop, the strategic cooperation between Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen is not merely a commercial partnership but a comprehensive, synergistic layout formed through deep insight into the characteristics and industrial challenges of the Chinese market.
Multi-Dimensional Value Highlights: Providing Multiple Benefits for China's Die-Casting Industry Development
1. Collaborative Technological Innovation, Meeting Local High-End Demand
Currently, China's die-casting industry is accelerating its transition from "scale expansion" to "quality upgrade." Emerging demands such as large-scale integrated casting, magnesium alloys, and brazeable alloys impose higher requirements on the performance, efficiency, and adaptability of die-casting equipment. Bühler Die Casting, with its extensive global experience in die-casting solutions, possesses mature and leading practical expertise in integrated die-casting and intelligent production line setup. StrikoWestofen has deep technical expertise and a strong industry reputation in the R&D and manufacturing of core thermal process equipment for die casting. By fully integrating their respective technological strengths, the two parties will conduct joint R&D tailored to the customized needs of the Chinese market, promoting the deep integration of global leading die-casting technologies with local application scenarios. This will help local enterprises substantially enhance their core process competitiveness and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Bühler's large-scale integrated die-casting cell, Carat 920
StrikoWestofen's LeanMelter in-cell melting solution for die casting
2. Collaborative Market Expansion, Building a New Industrial Ecosystem
The current Chinese die-casting market exhibits diversified and customized demands, making industry resource integration and collaborative development an inevitable trend. Bühler Die Casting boasts a global market layout and strong brand influence, while StrikoWestofen, rooted in the Chinese market for years, holds significant advantages in localized service responsiveness and customer needs insight. The two parties will fully share market resources, establish cooperative links for customer engagement and channel complementarity, and jointly conduct market activities such as technical seminars and industry exhibitions. Focusing on core sectors like high-end manufacturing and sustainable development, they will jointly explore market potential and expand cooperation boundaries. This approach will not only provide customers with a more comprehensive and efficient one-stop service experience but also empower the local market by integrating global industrial resources. It will accelerate the formation of an industrial ecosystem characterized by "resource sharing, complementary advantages, and mutual benefit," injecting sustained momentum into the high-quality development of China's die-casting market.
Bühler's large-scale integrated die-casting cell, Carat 920
StrikoWestofen's Westomat Classic dosing furnace
3. Leading a New Model of Industry Cooperation, Promoting the Localization of Global Resources
This cooperation breaks away from the traditional model of multinational equipment companies merely "exporting products" to a deeper synergistic model of "joint R&D, joint market development, and joint service building" for cultivating the Chinese market. This innovative cooperative model not only provides a valuable reference sample for other multinational equipment companies planning their China strategy but will also drive the aggregation of global die-casting industry resources towards the Chinese market. It will accelerate China's transition from a "large die-casting country" to a "strong die-casting country," helping the local industry occupy a more important position in the global value chain.
Statements from Both Parties: Serving the Chinese Market Development with Synergistic Strength
Mr. Lu Min, General Manager of Bühler Die Casting China, stated:
"The Chinese market is a core sector of Bühler's global strategy, and its development potential and innovative vitality remain our focus. The essence of this strategic cooperation with StrikoWestofen is to serve the local industry by integrating both parties' global high-quality resources based on the actual needs of the Chinese market. We look forward to providing more production-practice-aligned solutions for Chinese die-casting enterprises through deep technological and resource synergy, effectively assisting the local industry in achieving higher-quality development."
Mr. Wei Baohua, Senior Vice President of Norican Group and General Manager of StrikoWestofen China, pointed out:
"The innovation speed and market potential of China's die-casting industry are leading globally. StrikoWestofen has always regarded the Chinese market as a crucial strategic foothold. The cooperation with Bühler is a key step in deepening our China market layout. Leveraging our complementary strengths, we will bring globally leading die-casting equipment technology and efficient service systems to China, growing and evolving in sync with local enterprises."
In the future, Bühler Die Casting and StrikoWestofen will gradually implement key cooperative projects such as joint R&D centers, localized demonstration and testing bases, and regional service centers. They will continuously deepen synergy and linkage in technology, market, and services, taking concrete actions to help China's die-casting industry overcome development bottlenecks, secure a more core position in global competition, and jointly advance the industry into a new stage of higher-quality development.
Bühler China and StrikoWestofen will exhibit at Asia's largest specialized die-casting and non-ferrous exhibition—CHINA DIECASTING & CHINA NONFERROUS 2026 (Shanghai New International Expo Center, Halls N1-N4) from July 15-17, 2026, at Booth N1A12 and Booth N1B21. Under the theme "Twin Engines: Al & Mg, A Lightweight Future", this edition is expected to span 49,200 square meters, feature 600+ exhibitors, and attract 28,000 professional visitors. Enterprises and professionals from the global die-casting and non-ferrous casting industry chain are welcome to visit for exchange and cooperation.
This article is reproduced from Bühler China, StrikoWestofen, and Diecasting Weekly.
