Shangyin Transmission Secures US Humanoid Robot Orders, Extends Delivery to 2027

Cho Wen-heng, Chairman of Hiwin Technologies, a major transmission components manufacturer, revealed during a meeting in Taipei today that due to surging demand, the delivery times for the company's ball screws and linear guides have been extended to mid-2027. Chairman Cho pointed out that operations in the fourth quarter of this year are expected to grow compared to the third quarter, and projected that revenue in 2027 will achieve a double-digit percentage increase, reflecting sustained strong orders.

Ball screws and linear guides are key drive components in fields such as automation equipment, medical machinery, aerospace, and precision engineering. In recent years, with the advancement of Industry 4.0 and intelligent manufacturing, demand for these components has continued to rise. Supply chain challenges involving raw material shortages and extended manufacturing cycles have led to longer delivery times. With its precision machining technology and stable supply capacity, Hiwin has become the preferred supplier for numerous global automation manufacturers.

In the robotics sector, the Hiwin Group is also demonstrating new momentum. Chairman Cho revealed that the company has secured small-batch orders from a major US humanoid robotics manufacturer, covering both key components of ball screws and linear guides. Humanoid robots are gaining favor across multiple application scenarios, including medical rehabilitation, elderly care, and the service industry, due to their high degree of simulation and versatility. This order not only raises Hiwin's visibility in the robotics supply chain but also lays the foundation for future volume cooperation.

Regarding financial forecasts, Chairman Cho stated that with rising order volumes, fourth-quarter operations will improve by approximately 10% to 20% compared to the third quarter, and the projected revenue growth rate for 2027 is expected to reach 20%.