I. Focus on the research and development of wear-resistant steel balls: Build product barriers through technological innovation 1. Concentrate on material science and process optimization The core competitiveness of wear-resistant steel balls lies in their wear resistance, toughness, and cost-effectiveness. This requires a dual-driven research approach, combining material formulation and production processes. Material Research: Based on the specific operating conditions of different application scenarios (such as mines, cement, and power coal mills), develop customized material systems. For instance, by adjusting the proportions of alloy elements such as chromium, manganese, and molybdenum, optimize the metallographic structure (such as a martensite + bainite composite structure), balance hardness (HRC 55-65) with impact toughness (≥12J/cm²), and address the pain points of traditional steel balls being "hard but brittle" or "having good toughness but poor wear resistance". Process Innovation: Introduce advanced processes such as centrifugal casting, integrated forging + heat treatment, and isothermal quenching to enhance the density and uniformity of steel balls. At the same time, explore intelligent production technologies (such as AI-controlled quenching temperature and 3D-printed molds) to shorten the research and development cycle and reduce trial-and-error costs. 2. Establish a collaborative innovation mechanism involving industry, academia, and research institutions Collaborate with material colleges of universities such as Shandong University and Jinan University to jointly establish the "Wear-resistant Materials Joint Laboratory", focusing on fundamental research on the fatigue life and wear mechanism of wear-resistant steel balls, and quickly converting laboratory results into mass production technologies. In response to export market demands (such as the requirements for environmental protection and low noise in European and American mines), jointly develop green products such as low-chromium alloy steel balls and recyclable steel balls with overseas research institutions, and lay out international technical standards in advance.

In 2025, the performance breakthrough of the forged steel balls produced by Haoyang in Jinan, Shandong Province, is not only a model of the integration of materials science and intelligent manufacturing technology, but also marks a crucial leap for China's forging industry from "scale expansion" to "quality leadership". The industrialization implementation of its technological achievements will reshape the global wear-resistant material market landscape, provide core foundation components support for the high-end equipment manufacturing industry, and demonstrate significant economic value and strategic significance.

Summary of Challenges and Development Opportunities in the Forged Steel Ball Industry Currently, the forged steel ball industry is under the dual pressures of intense market competition and fluctuating demand. Small and medium-sized mines have reduced production due to environmental protection and the industry's downturn, resulting in a decline in steel ball demand. Large enterprises have lowered prices in bidding and procurement, and the accumulation of inventory by some enterprises has pushed the industry into a price war quagmire. In the next two years, there may be a wave of business closures or transformation among enterprises. To break through the predicament, enterprises have taken multiple measures: First, they have established joint ventures with large mines to optimize resource collaboration; second, they have laid out forging and hot rolling production lines in steel mills to expand high-value-added products; third, they have enhanced competitiveness through technological innovation, such as Guangping County Steel Nu New Materials Company developing an intelligent production line, which has increased production efficiency by 1.5 times, and has collaborated with several universities to develop wear-resistant new materials. It is expected to launch new energy-saving and consumption-reducing products in September. Furthermore, the enterprise is actively expanding its overseas market. The export proportion of Shangnu Company's products reaches 85%, covering more than 20 countries. This year, it has received orders from countries such as Chile and Poland, and the production schedule is extended until the end of June. Despite the severe challenges in the industry, through technological upgrading, cooperation transformation and international layout, the forging steel ball industry is expected to achieve high-quality development.

Jinan Haoyang Casting and Forging: A Rising Star in the Cast and Forged Steel Ball Industry Jinan Haoyang Casting and Forging Co., Ltd., established in 2011, is located in Zhangqiu District, Jinan City. Led by its legal representative, Chen Jinfu, with a team of less than 50 people, the company has rapidly grown into a new benchmark in the cast and forged steel ball sector, thanks to its outstanding product quality and technological innovation capabilities. The company mainly produces various types of products such as wear-resistant steel balls, power plant steel balls, and mining steel balls, catering to high-demand industries like cement, metallurgy, and mining. Relying on 15 patented technologies and a strict quality control system, its products excel in core indicators such as hardness and wear resistance. Through three bidding projects, it has built a solid market reputation and expanded into overseas markets with its import and export qualifications, achieving a dual domestic and international business layout. Currently, the company holds two qualification certificates and one administrative license, demonstrating its compliance and operational strength. In the future, the enterprise will continue to focus on technological research and development, optimize product performance, deepen market cooperation both domestically and internationally, and strive to become an innovation leader in the industry.

Jinan Haoyang Forging & Casting Co., Ltd. is headquartered in Zhangqiu District, Jinan City. It is a medium-sized manufacturing enterprise specializing in the production of steel bars and wear-resistant steel balls. Although the company has less than 50 employees, it has gained market recognition for its core products such as high-hardness forging steel balls, mining beneficiation steel balls, and steel balls for ball mills in cement plants. Its steel bars are widely used in the mining, cement, and power industries due to their excellent wear resistance and high strength. The transaction volume on Alibaba platform verifies the market demand. The company ensures product quality through a complete quality management system and holds 15 patents, 1 trademark, and multiple qualification certificates, demonstrating its technical strength. In the future, the enterprise plans to continuously increase investment in research and development, optimize product performance, expand applications in multiple industries, and contribute to the upgrading of the manufacturing industry.

Jinan Haoyang Forging & Casting Co., Ltd. has recently made a significant breakthrough in the field of hot-rolled grinding balls. Since its establishment in 2011, the company has been dedicated to the research and development of wear-resistant materials. This time, by optimizing the alloy element ratio and combining advanced casting and forging equipment with detection technology, the company successfully enhanced the product performance. Its new generation of hot-rolled grinding balls has advantages such as high uniformity of hardness (deviation ≤ 3%), a loss round rate lower than 0.8%, and a 15% increase in wear resistance. It can help users reduce production costs by approximately 5%. Currently, the products have been widely used in industrial scenarios such as mining crushing, thermal power generation, and cement and building materials, and have served over 200 customers cumulatively. With its continuous innovation capabilities, the company has formed a core technology barrier in the field of wear-resistant materials. In the future, it will promote the upgrading of industry technical standards and help the manufacturing industry reduce costs and increase efficiency.

Jinan Haoyang Forging & Casting Co., Ltd. (established in 2011) specializes in manufacturing wear-resistant products such as steel balls. With reliable quality and excellent service, its products are popular both domestically and internationally and have achieved export earnings. It has won wide recognition from customers. The company adheres to the core concept of "credibility gains reputation, strength gains market", and enhances its competitiveness through 15 patent technologies and strict quality control. Currently, its forged steel balls, medium and high chromium steel balls, etc. are selling well on the Alibaba platform. In the future, it is expected to continuously lead industry upgrades through technological innovation and honest operation, and inject new momentum into the development of the manufacturing industry.