Top Lathe Manufacturers in China
1. SMTCL
Shenyang Machine Tool, founded in 1993 and resulting from a legacy dating back to 1933, is a prominent company in China's machine tool industry. As an entity listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (code: 000410), it emerged from the union of four pioneering companies, including Shenyang First Machine Tool Factory. The company excels in producing a wide range of high-quality machine tools such as horizontal and vertical lathes, gantries and milling centers.
Recognized for innovation, Shenyang Machine Tool has significantly improved product quality since 2010 by adopting new technologies and materials such as LZA4205 microcrystalline alloy in its CNC turrets, improving quality and cost efficiency.
In addition to manufacturing, it offers comprehensive services for SMTCL lathe spare parts, covering sales, maintenance, consultancy and technical training, with the aim of simplifying customer access to machine tool parts and increasing overall value.
The company also plays a crucial role in the Shenyang CNC Machine Tool Industrial Park, a modern and specialized center for CNC machine tool manufacturing, home to nine major companies. This strategic move underlines its commitment to maintaining a leading position in the global machine tool industry.
2. DMTG
Founded in 1935, Dalian Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd., now operating under the umbrella of China General Technology Group, is one of China's largest and most prominent bases for research, development and manufacturing of CNC machine tools, flexible manufacturing systems and complete sets of technology and automated equipment. Recognized for its CNC machine tools, the company has consolidated its position as an industry leader.
As a foundation company in China's machine tool industry, Dalian Machine Tool has undergone significant transformations over the decades. It consolidated large state-owned machine tool companies in Dalian in 1995 and integrated the Dalian Combination Machine Tool Research Institute in 2000. Subsequent mergers and acquisitions expanded its global presence, including partnerships with companies in the United States, Germany, Japan, Switzerland, and South Korea, and the establishment of eight joint ventures.
Supported by national policies aimed at revitalizing the ancient industrial base of the Northeast, Dalian Machine Tool has built modern production bases in Dandong and Wafangdian Port. These facilities have propelled the company to the forefront of comprehensive CNC machine tool and parts manufacturing in China.
Dalian Machine Tool's product line is extensive, ranging from flexible CNC combination machine tools and automatic lines to intelligent manufacturing units, multi-axis machining centers and industrial robots. The company remains at the forefront of national innovation in machine tool technology, contributing significantly to strategic sectors such as automotive and rail transport.
With more than 80 years of history, Dalian Machine Tool has supplied more than half a million machine tools to industries such as automotive, railway transportation, construction machinery, petroleum machinery and mining metallurgy. Its products are sold in more than 100 countries, contributing substantially to China's production capacity.
The company's sales network extends throughout China, offering a wide variety of machine tools and original equipment parts. Dalian Machine Tool is committed to responsive customer service, ensuring satisfaction with fast deliveries and after-sales support. Its dedication to meeting customer needs and market development, combined with a robust sales and service system, has built a strong brand reputation. Adopting a modern and integrated approach to marketing and services, Dalian Machine Tool is committed to promoting cooperation and creating a better future with its partners.
3. QCMTT
Founded in 1965, Qinchuan Machine Tool Group (stock code: 000837) is a distinguished leader in China's machine tool industry, specializing in the development and manufacturing of precision CNC machine tools and complex tools. With subsidiaries including Qinchuan Machine Tool, Baoji Machine Tool, Hanjiang Machine Tool, Hanjiang Tools, Walker Gear, Qinchuan Grande and Qinchuan Bao Yi, the group has established itself as a national high-tech enterprise and an innovative pilot company.
Qinchuan Machine Tool Group's extensive product line covers high-quality CNC lathes, machining centers, cylindrical grinding machines, gear processing machine tools, thread grinding machines and precision measuring instruments, along with complex CNC cutting tools. The company also produces reducers for industrial robots, precision (special) gearboxes and other high-quality manufacturing products. In addition, Qinchuan offers rolling mill functional components, automotive parts, precision gears, precision instruments and gauges, and precision castings. Its suite of smart manufacturing solutions includes intelligent machine tools, high-quality CNC systems, automated production lines, digital workshops and the Qinchuan Cloud, which is centered on core CNC technology and services.
Qinchuan Machine Tool Group is dedicated to “equipping China and entering the global arena” by focusing on its core business of creating excellent Chinese machine tools. It pursues a leading strategy with core engine products, enhancing high-quality manufacturing, supporting key components, advancing intelligent manufacturing and CNC key technologies, while actively carrying out national R&D tasks. The company aims to become a world-class systems integrator and supplier of key components in the high-end equipment manufacturing sector, driving original innovations in critical core technologies for industrial motherboards.
The company is recognized as a foundation enterprise in precision CNC machine tool and complex tool manufacturing in China, with several specialized and innovative “Small Giant” companies at the national level. It has a national-level enterprise technology center, academic specialist workstations, and postdoctoral research stations. Qinchuan has received numerous awards, including the National Science and Technology Progress Award, and its trademark has been honored as “China's Well-Known Trademark”.
4. JIER
Founded in 1937, Jinan No.2 Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd. has become an important manufacturer of stamping equipment, becoming one of China's largest bases for forging equipment and metal cutting machine tools for heavy services. Its vast product line includes forging equipment, CNC metal cutting machine tools, automation equipment, casting machines and CNC cutting equipment, serving critical industries such as automotive, aerospace, rail transportation and more.
Occupying over 1.23 million square meters and with a dedicated workforce of over 5,000 people, the company has been at the forefront of industry innovation since producing China's first gantry planer in 1953 and the first mechanical press in 1955. Since then, it has developed more than 600 national products. , providing vital equipment support for various industrial sectors.
As an important manufacturing base, Jinan No.2 Machine Tool Group offers a wide range of products, including mechanical presses ranging from 60t to 5000t, multi-station mechanical presses, large CNC hydraulic presses, CNC bending machines and CNC machine tools comprehensive specialized services for metal cutting, increasing its global presence in 67 countries.
Recognized by the State Council for its significant contributions in the field of key technical equipment, the company is also acclaimed as one of the top three manufacturers of CNC stamping equipment worldwide. As a state-owned company, it is part of the “Eighteen Arhats” of China's machine tool industry, distinguished as the largest and most comprehensive manufacturer in its sector. In 2019, it was selected as one of the first national business practice bases for professional education teachers, further consolidating its role as a leader and innovator in the sector.
5. Qizhong
Founded in 1950, Qiqihar No.1 Machine Tool Plant, now known as Qiqihaer Heavy CNC Equipment Co., Ltd., is a large-scale leading enterprise in China's machine tool industry. Recognized as a “Small Giant” by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the company specializes in the production of high-quality heavy CNC machine tools and is a national manufacturer of industrial mother machines.
With a strong presence in the domestic equipment manufacturing sector, Qiqihaer Heavy CNC's main products include vertical and horizontal lathes. Its extensive portfolio covers more than 10 main categories, 26 series and more than 600 varieties of machine tools, including heavy-duty deep hole drilling and boring machines, rolling lathes and vertical grinding machines. Its brand “Qi Yi” has been recognized as China's top brand, with its machine tools being recognized as renowned Chinese products.
Qiqihaer Heavy CNC has filled numerous national gaps in the industry and exports to more than 30 countries and regions, including Europe, America, Japan and South Korea. As a national first-class measuring enterprise and a national high-tech enterprise certified by the Ministry of Science and Technology, the company has a national-level enterprise technology center and a research and development team led by experts recognized for their special contributions to government and industry leaders in the machine tool sector.
Adhering to the philosophy of “lean manufacturing and quality first”, Qiqihaer Heavy CNC is committed to exceeding customer expectations and providing integrated solutions, aiming for mutual benefits and win-win results. The company is dedicated to innovation-oriented development, driving intelligent and service-oriented transformation and upgrading, and striving for high-quality growth and new goals in the industry.
6. PORJC
Founded in 1949, Beijing No.1 Machine Tool Co., Ltd. (BMT) is a state-owned model of high-quality CNC machine tool manufacturing and service provision. Located in the Zhongguancun Science Park, Shunyi District, BMT leads an impressive array of subsidiaries, including the esteemed German Waldrich Coburg and the Italian CB Ferrari.
With a heritage as venerable as the People's Republic itself, BMT is the epitome of manufacturing excellence. The company's commitment to technological innovation is affirmed by its status as a Nationally Recognized Business Technology Center and the accolades it has received for its contributions to the field of advanced CNC machine tools and basic manufacturing equipment.
BMT's extensive product line includes heavy and ultra-heavy gantry milling machines, vertical lathes, floor-type boring and milling machines, CNC inverted lathes, and turn-mill centers, among others. These machines serve a wide range of industries, including automotive, shipbuilding, power generation, rail transportation, tools and dies, and general machinery. With capabilities that extend to integrated automatic production lines and machine tool remanufacturing, BMT is a comprehensive supplier in the equipment manufacturing industry.
Customer service is fundamental at BMT, whose mission is to generate lasting returns for shareholders, respect for its employees and value for its customers. With a relentless pursuit of perfection and a spirit of innovation, BMT strives to be a backbone in the equipment industry and a globally competitive machine tool manufacturer and service provider.
7. Qiqihar No.2 machine tool
Founded in 1950 and now a subsidiary of China General Technology Group, Qiqihar No. 2 Machine Tool (Group) Co., Ltd. (originally Qiqihar Second Machine Tool Factory) has evolved into a modern industrial enterprise specializing in the production of heavy parts and super heavy CNC machine tools, as well as large complete sets of forging and pressing equipment. As a renowned production base for heavy machinery in China, the company has been instrumental in supporting key sectors such as civil aviation, marine engineering, automobile, metallurgy and railway transport, supplying more than 2,000 pieces of critical equipment to major companies national.
Qiqihar No. 2 Machine Tool Group's product offerings are diverse, categorized into metal cutting machine tools, metal forming machine tools, specialized equipment and technical services. Its products include heavy-duty CNC milling and boring machines, CNC vertical and horizontal lathes, mechanical presses and special-purpose CNC machines, accompanied by industrial services such as machine tool modifications, remanufacturing, machining and technical consultancy.
With a rich history of innovation, the company has achieved numerous domestic firsts, including the development of China's first CNC milling machine in 1958 and the first heavy gantry CNC milling machine in 1975. The company's commitment to quality and innovation has earned it awards of prestige and recognition as a leader in China's heavy machine tool industry. The “Qiqi 2” brand is not only famous nationwide, but also enjoys a high level of trust among consumers as a symbol of excellence and reliability in the machine tool industry.
8. Kunming Machine Tool
Founded in 1936, Kunming Machine Tool Co., Ltd., now part of China General Technology Group, is a key player in high-precision machine tool manufacturing in China. With its origins as a Central Machinery Factory, the company has evolved through innovation and strategic restructuring. Located at 23 Ciba Road, Kunming, Yunnan Province, with a workforce of 940 employees, the company has total assets of 1.3 billion yuan, covers an area of 264,000 square meters and has a building area of 140,000 square meters .
specializes in manufacturing and sales of a wide range of products, including various horizontal boring and milling machines, floor-type milling and boring machines, gantry milling and boring machines, coordinate boring machines, horizontal machining centers, and machine tool components. Its product line features renowned series such as KIKI, KITI, KHC-AUTO and KiMi, among others, which meet various industrial needs.
The company has a history of pioneering achievements, including producing China's first horizontal boring machine in 1945 and the country's first coordinate boring machine in 1958. It has consistently maintained a reputation for cutting-edge technology and superior quality, evident in its precision boring. coordinates T42100 machine receiving the National Gold Quality Award in 1980. Embracing change, Kunming Machine Tool Co., Ltd. has undergone several restructurings and name changes, reflecting its dynamic growth and strategic partnerships, culminating in its current identity as a vital part of China General Technology Group.
9. BOOHI
Founded in 1965, Baoji Machine Tool Group is a renowned developer and manufacturer of CNC machine tools and a key base for research and development of CNC machine tools and intelligent manufacturing in China. With the mission of “Manufacturing with ingenuity to produce excellent Chinese machine tools”, the company has established a management model that integrates intelligent guidance and dual-drive development, focusing on masterful manufacturing and global services.
The group oversees 12 subsidiaries with total assets of 2 billion yuan, a workforce of 3,500 people and an annual machine tool output of 20,000 units, generating revenue of 3 billion yuan and an export value of 30 million dollars . The company is consistently at the forefront of China's machine tool industry in terms of core business revenue.
Baoji Machine Tool Group has built a comprehensive R&D and manufacturing system covering talent, technology and brand. It offers a diverse product portfolio with more than 200 types and 400 specifications across 14 main categories, including intelligent machine tools, flexible processing units and automated production lines. These products serve various sectors such as automotive, aerospace, engineering machinery, agricultural machinery and professional education.
The company emphasizes talent development with its strategy of “strengthening the company through talent”, creating a talent development path at various levels, from technical experts to “Baoji Artisan”. This has resulted in a robust team of skilled professionals who drive innovation and creativity.
Baoji Machine Tool Group is committed to high-quality development through customer-centric strategies, market and product transformation, intelligent manufacturing and technological innovation. They aim to build a “digital factory” by 2024 and become a leading supplier of high-quality equipment. The company has received numerous accolades for its commitment to quality and innovation, including national awards and recognition for its contributions to China's manufacturing industry.
10. WZ
Wuhan Heavy Duty Machine Tool Group Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of China North Industries Group Corporation, is a leading domestic producer of heavy and super-heavy machine tools with a comprehensive range of extreme specifications. Established as one of China's flagship projects during the “First Five-Year Plan”, the company became a subsidiary of China North Industries Group Corporation in October 2011. With more than 3,000 employees, including more than 600 engineers and technicians, it has numerous experts at national and provincial level.
The company has developed into a major research and development base for heavy and super-heavy CNC machine tools in China, with advanced manufacturing capabilities and a set of national and industrial-level innovation platforms, including a national enterprise technology center and a postdoctoral research station. . It is made up of eight subsidiaries, offering a wide range of products in ten categories and more than 400 varieties, all with numerical control and composite functions. These products serve essential industries such as energy, transportation, metallurgy, machinery and railways, with exports to more than 40 countries and regions.
has made significant contributions to China's equipment manufacturing sector, completing national projects, developing novel CNC machine tools with independent intellectual property rights, and winning numerous awards for its innovations. The company was also recognized as a reference company in service-oriented manufacturing and smart manufacturing, reflecting its commitment to high-quality equipment, smart manufacturing and sustainable development. The group's strategic focus is on strengthening its main heavy machine tools and special machines, promoting related industrial chains and driving new business models such as “Service+”, “Product+” and “Internet+”. Its goal is to become a world-class systems integrator and supplier of key components in the field of high-quality equipment manufacturing.
