The spunmelt nonwoven equipment sector is experiencing a notable upswing. In H1 2026, Hongda Institute saw new contracts surge 148.7% year-on-year, with backlog orders growing 86.4%. This growth far exceeds the industry average, indicating that downstream customers are intensifying their procurement of high-end equipment. For equipment manufacturers, the order surge not only secures short-term revenue but also signals the arrival of a technology iteration window.
Background
Hongda's order boom is no accident. In the first half, its overseas projects in Turkey and Poland progressed efficiently with on-site installation and service, earning client recognition. Domestically, a Fujian project passed acceptance, Hebei deliveries made substantial progress, a Zhejiang contract took effect, and interest from new Jiangsu clients warmed rapidly. The multi-point growth directly drove the sharp rise in new contract value. Notably, backlog orders grew 86.4%, indicating that delivery tasks for the next one to two years are largely locked, and capacity scheduling will tighten.
On the technology front, the ionic liquid solvent bamboo fiber project, after three years of research, has fully entered the pilot engineering design phase, with 3D modeling and engineering design completed on schedule, and construction drawings planned by Q3. This means the technology is one step closer to industrialization. Bamboo fiber, as a renewable resource, aligns with the textile industry's low-carbon transformation direction. Once the pilot succeeds, it could reshape the viscose fiber production landscape and exert substitution pressure on traditional solvent processes.
Industry Impact
The successful trial production and commercial delivery of the wide-width PE/PP bicomponent spunbond line is another key signal. This technology can produce high-value-added hygiene and filtration materials. Full performance compliance means domestic equipment is now competitive with international giants in this segment. For downstream factories, higher equipment localization will directly reduce investment costs and shorten delivery cycles, influencing expansion decisions.
Breakthroughs in various specialty fiber spinning processes indicate that Hongda's technology reserves are extending from single equipment to system solutions. This extension helps increase customer stickiness, as once processes and equipment are deeply integrated, switching costs for customers rise significantly. For foreign trade firms, this could enhance the pricing power of domestic spunmelt equipment overseas, moving beyond pure price advantages.
Behind the order surge, management system support deserves attention. The full rollout and optimization of SAP and BIP systems, along with 11 new or revised regulations, have strengthened risk control and refined management. This is not merely an internal matter; it directly impacts delivery quality and customer satisfaction. During peak order periods, management efficiency often determines project profitability and influences repeat purchase intentions.