Chenbro and NKUST have jointly established mold research laboratories, fostering a partnership between industry and academia.
- Jun 5, 2024
- 3 min read
Updated: Feb 3
2023/10/24 Commercial Times｜ 陳昱光
▲Chenbro and NKUST have formalized their collaboration with the signing of a letter of intent. The occasion was commemorated with a group photograph special guests.
On October 24, Chenbro (8210), a server chassis manufacturer, declared the initiation of an industry-academia collaboration with the National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology(NKUST). The partnership has culminated in the creation of the "Mold Development and Technology Cooperation R&D Laboratory". NKUST and Chiayi Factory of Chenbro have established mold research laboratories within each other's facilities, fostering a symbiotic relationship for technological advancement.
Chenbro has expressed its aspiration to harness its well-established mold manufacturing expertise to synergize with the superior mold development technology and skilled talent pool of NKUST. The aim is to collaboratively forge a unified platform for the integration of resources. The goal is to further enrich the exchange and inheritance of innovative mold technology, thereby Inherited the foundational knowledge base of mold development techniques and expertise, nurture professional expertise in mold design and manufacturing, thereby bolstering the global competitiveness of the mold industry through strategic upgrades and digital transformation.
Chenbro boasts years of accumulated expertise in mold manufacturing. As mold technology has advanced, the company has evolved from Mold Section to establishing a comprehensive Mold Center. This progression reflects Chenbro's ongoing enhancement of its proficiency in mold development, production, and management. In alignment with the burgeoning demands of smart manufacturing and digital transformation, the Chiayi Factory introduces low-cost smart manufacturing. This strategic move has not only enhanced production efficiency through automation but has also propelled mold design and manufacturing into a new era of modernization.
Ya-Nan Chen, CEO and Chief Sustainable Officer(CSO) of Chenbro, explained that Chenbro has not only harnessed its in-house mold development expertise but has also forged a partnership with the NKUST. This focuses collaboration on investing in automated mold production technologies, including the innovative application of 3D automated mold design and servo punch technology . This strategic alliance is revolutionizing the conventional 2D mold development process by minimizing the need for numerous mold trials, enhancing mold quality monitoring, and concurrently reducing both the time and costs associated with mold development. Chenbro and NKUST are collaboratively integrating resources from both industry and academia. Together, they are pioneering advancements in mold technology research and development, enhancing smart manufacturing processes for mold production, enriching the mold knowledge base, and cultivating a cadre of professional talent.
Qing-Yu Yang, President of NKUST, said NKUST maintains enduring partnerships with regional industries in sectors such as engineering and electronics, encompassing areas like precision machinery, molds, electric machine, and electronics. These collaborations are built on a robust industrial foundation, distinguished by a commitment to produce high-quality products. NKUST and Chenbro have formalized a through a letter of intent and the establishment of a joint laboratory partnership. This collaboration bridges the gap between academic learning and practical application, allowing students to engage directly with the forefront of technology and expertise in the field . Looking ahead, the aspiration is to strengthen this cooperation with Chenbro, with the ambition of nurturing a new generation of professional talents in digital mold machinery for Taiwan.
Mei-Qi Chen, Chairman of Chenbro, emphasized that the realms of mold R&D technology and talent cultivation grapple with the dual challenges of inheritance and innovation. Indeed, talent is the bedrock of sustainable progress. This significant collaboration with NKUST extends beyond the mutual establishment of laboratories, it is a catalyst for fostering enduring industry-academia partnerships, this opportunity is open to senior students, recent graduates, and distinguished alumni for participation. The resource integration between the two entities is poised to amplify the efficiency of industry-university collaboration. This partnership is founded on the principle that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, effectively embodying the synergy where 1+1 exceeds 2. Such a union is instrumental in fostering mold R&D and manufacturing experts within the server industry, expediting the advancement of innovative mold technologies and digital transformation, and ultimately elevating international competitiveness.
