Xiaolan was approved to build a “National Lock Industry Famous Brand Creation Demonstration Zoneâ€
Innovation has become the core driving force behind the development of lock enterprises. Through continuous technological innovation and transformation, the lock products in Xiaolan Town have evolved significantly, offering a wide range of options such as ball locks, exterior door locks, marble mortise locks, electronic locks, car locks, and integrated intelligent security systems. By adopting a centralized layout and promoting cluster development, the town's hardware lock industry has formed a new model of industrial clustering, with vertical integration and horizontal expansion. In 2012, there were nearly 300 lock manufacturing companies in the area, with an output value exceeding 8 billion yuan. The region boasted one well-known national trademark, six Guangdong provincial famous trademarks, seven Guangdong provincial famous brand products, and over 30% of China's total lock exports came from this area.
Pavel Hajman noted that with the professional segmentation and industrial clustering of China’s construction hardware sector in recent years, pure price competition is no longer sufficient for companies to build core competitiveness. Only through increased investment in technology and the development of high-tech products can businesses achieve sustainable growth and meet user needs effectively. Today, Zhongshan Yassa Heli (Guli) is capable of producing mechanical and smart locks, as well as door control hardware that meets various international standards.
According to reports, Zhongshan Asa Hale has placed innovation at the heart of its development strategy. Leveraging the group's mature product innovation process, the company has built its own team of R&D engineers who regularly collect industry insights and customer feedback to develop product requirements and drive design and production. This strong innovation capability enabled the company to file 11 new patents in 2012 and become a national testing center (CNAS).
Creating opportunities to polish the lock brand is another key focus. Chen Hao, General Manager of Zhongshan Yasa Helai Security Technology Co., Ltd., mentioned that after the acquisition of Guli by the international hardware giant ASSA ABLOY Group in 2001, the brand gradually lost its prominence. Now, Guli is refocusing on the Chinese market, transforming high-tech export products into offerings suitable for domestic consumers through market research. This includes electronic locks and some high-end American standard ANSI series products.
The Economic and Information Bureau of Xiaolan Town also emphasized that the establishment of a "National Locking Industry Famous Brand Creation Demonstration Zone" presents a valuable opportunity. The town aims to encourage local lock enterprises to participate in brand creation efforts, further accelerating the industry's transformation and upgrading. This initiative will help enhance the influence of the "Xiaolan" brand and promote faster, more sustainable development of the lock industry.
The demonstration zone will benefit from support policies provided by AQSIQ, including assistance with standard systems, inspection capacity building, inspection and quarantine clearance, administrative licensing, anti-counterfeiting measures, and quality improvement. Currently, Xiaolan is actively preparing for all required tasks. According to AQSIQ guidelines, all preparations are expected to be completed within 24 months and then undergo expert review and acceptance.
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