In the wave of digital transformation of the global manufacturing industry, China's "intelligent manufacturing era" with intelligent manufacturing and 5G technology as the core has been fully opened, injecting new momentum into high-quality economic development. In this article, China Exportsemi will analyze the progress and far-reaching impact of China's intelligent manufacturing and 5G base station construction.
Intelligent manufacturing: the core driving force leading industrial transformation
China's intelligent manufacturing is experiencing leapfrog development. According to the data of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, up to now, more than 1,200 advanced smart factories have been built across the country, covering automobiles, electronics, aerospace and other fields. These factories have achieved efficient production through automation equipment, artificial intelligence algorithms, and industrial Internet technology, significantly reducing operating costs and enhancing market competitiveness.
In addition, standardization construction provides strong support for China's intelligent manufacturing. The state has issued 469 national standards and 50 international standards for intelligent manufacturing, covering intelligent production, industrial Internet, equipment interconnection and other fields, laying a standardized foundation for the digital transformation of the manufacturing industry.
In practice, enterprises are becoming pioneers in intelligent manufacturing. For example, the domestic software supplier Saimate provides intelligent manufacturing systems and equipment automation solutions for high-end manufacturing fields such as semiconductors and new energy vehicles to promote production efficiency improvement and quality optimization. In addition, leading companies such as Huawei and Haier have demonstrated the great potential of technology-driven manufacturing transformation through smart factory upgrades.
Figure: The era of intelligent manufacturing in China has come: 1,200 smart factories + 4.14 million 5G base stations
5G base station: building the network cornerstone of intelligent manufacturing
As an important supporting technology for intelligent manufacturing, the application of 5G has accelerated the implementation of the industrial Internet. By the beginning of 2024, China has built more than 4.14 million 5G base stations, with 29 base stations per 10,000 people, far exceeding the global average. This progress not only completed the goals of the "14th Five-Year Plan" ahead of schedule, but also provided a solid network guarantee for industrial Internet of Things, smart cities and other fields.
5G technology is reshaping the manufacturing industry with its high bandwidth, low latency, and wide connectivity. For example, the world's first 5G wind power private network jointly developed by China Radio and Television and AsiaInfo Technology has successfully realized the sinking of the core network to the local area. This innovative case won the award in the national selection, showing the potential of the deep integration of 5G and smart manufacturing.
In addition, 5G is also widely used in scenarios such as industrial inspection, unmanned production lines, and remote equipment maintenance, providing the possibility for enterprises to achieve "flexible production" and quickly respond to market demand.
Economic and social benefits: drive high-quality development
The coordinated development of intelligent manufacturing and 5G has become a new engine for China's economic growth. According to data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, in the five years since the commercial use of 5G, the total economic output directly driven by 5G is about 5.6 trillion yuan, and the total output is indirectly driven by about 14 trillion yuan. In 2023, the mobile communications industry, represented by 5G, will create 8 million jobs, making an important contribution to alleviating employment pressure and promoting social stability.
The development of intelligent manufacturing has accelerated the transformation of old and new kinetic energy in traditional industries. For example, in the field of automobile manufacturing, new energy vehicle companies have achieved shorter R&D cycles and higher production efficiency through intelligent production; In the field of electronic manufacturing, the introduction of flexible production technology helps enterprises quickly adapt to the changing needs of the market.
These achievements have not only enhanced the international competitiveness of Chinese manufacturing, but also led to the upgrading and optimization of the global supply chain.
Technology trends and future prospects
Looking ahead, the following trends will emerge in the field of smart manufacturing and 5G:
1. Deepening the application of intelligent manufacturing: With the progress of artificial intelligence and industrial Internet technology, intelligent manufacturing will move from "single-point breakthrough" to "system integration". Especially in areas such as robotics, flexible production lines and digital twins, China is expected to further expand its technological advantages.
2. 5G empowers more scenarios: The breadth and depth of 5G network coverage will continue to improve, and more application scenarios such as autonomous driving, smart logistics, and telemedicine will be realized, providing all-round support for industrial and social development.
3. Green and sustainable development: Intelligent manufacturing will gradually transform to green to reduce resource consumption and carbon emissions. Through intelligent production processes and energy management, China's manufacturing industry will not only achieve economic benefits, but also assume more social responsibility.
Global Impact and Chinese Solutions
China's achievements in the field of intelligent manufacturing and 5G have become the focus of global attention. With its huge market size, well-established supply chain and leading technology, China has not only promoted the transformation and upgrading of its domestic economy, but also provided a model for other countries to learn from.
In the future, China will share its experience in the development of smart manufacturing and 5G technology with more countries through the Belt and Road Initiative and international production capacity cooperation. For example, in Southeast Asia, Chinese companies are helping to build intelligent production bases. In Europe, Chinese technology is being used in high-end industries such as automotive manufacturing and energy management.
Conclusion
China's "intelligent manufacturing era", represented by 1,200 smart factories and 4.14 million 5G base stations, is in full swing. This is not only a milestone in the upgrading of the manufacturing industry, but also the epitome of the deep integration of high-tech and industry. In the future, China will continue to make efforts in the fields of intelligent manufacturing and 5G technology, and contribute "Chinese wisdom" and "Chinese solutions" to the digital transformation of global industries.
