Duravant’s Key Move in the “China Intelligent Manufacturing 2030” Plan: Visit KeyeTech to Deepen Industrial Ecosystem Layout
On March 3, 2025, Yu Hongtao, Director of the Chamber of Commerce of Hefei Municipal Council for the Promotion of International Trade, accompanied senior executives from Duravant, a global leader in automation and intelligent equipment manufacturing, including Jack Lee, President of the Food Sorting and Processing Division, Lv Yong, Managing Director of Duravant China, and Wang Qinggang, Senior Manager of Duravant China to visit KeyeTech to explore visual inspection technology. They conducted an in-depth exploration of the core enterprises in the regional visual inspection industry chain—Anhui Keye Information Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as KeyeTech), where they were warmly received by General Manager Yan Tianxin and Marketing Director Wang Min.
As an absolute leader in the global food sorting equipment market with over 35% market share (according to Frost & Sullivan 2023 data), Duravant’s visit, accompanied by its technical decision-makers, not only reflects a high level of attention to the strength of local visual inspection technology in China but also signifies a substantial phase of “technological resonance” between international industrial giants and Chinese hard-tech enterprises.
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Founded in 1987, Duravant is centered around the core philosophy of “Redefining Industrial Efficiency.” Its VisionX series intelligent detection systems have been recognized by Forbes as one of the “Top Ten Disruptive Technologies of the Industrial 4.0 Era,” serving global Fortune 500 companies such as Nestlé, Coca-Cola, and Siemens for many years.
During the visit, General Manager Yan Tianxin provided a detailed introduction to KeyeTech’s development and its unwavering commitment to independent technological research and development in visual inspection technology field. He guided the Duravant executives through a comprehensive technical demonstration of the entire chain, from self-developed AI edge computing units, cameras, AI algorithms, and cloud training platforms to final products.
The demonstration showcased the visual inspection technology in the industrial field—disordered grasping with AI and robotic arms, fully automated appearance inspection machines for the capacitor and plastic packaging industries, and the next-generation AI intelligent sorting machine.
Lv Yong, Managing Director of Duravant China, candidly stated, “The level of hardware autonomy and AI algorithms at KeyeTech far exceeded our expectations. KeyeTech has shown us the power of ‘China Manufacturing,’ and we look forward to collaborating with them to explore the infinite possibilities of intelligent detection systems.”
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During the discussions, General Manager Yan Tianxin emphasized, “Through independent research and development, KeyeTech has built a complete technical system encompassing core components such as lighting systems, industrial cameras, and AI edge computing units, achieving independent breakthroughs in key machine vision technologies. The speed of scene implementation has been accelerated—reducing the cycle from laboratory to mass production by 60%, meeting the global demand for agile delivery. If we collaborate with Duravant in the future, it will be the best practice of ‘Chinese solutions’ empowering global industrial upgrades.”
The visit by Duravant’s senior executives to Hefei was highlighted by the Hefei Municipal Bureau of Commerce and the Hefei Municipal Council for the Promotion of International Trade, which presented KeyeTech as one of the key showcases of Hefei. This fully demonstrated Hefei’s technological strength and validated the vitality of its innovation ecosystem. Meanwhile, KeyeTech’s independent research and development capabilities provide a tangible sense of “China Manufacturing.” In the future, KeyeTech will continue to showcase the unique technological charm of China to the world as an explorer.
About Duravant
Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Duravant is a global leader in automation and intelligent equipment manufacturing. With exceptional technology and innovation capabilities, the group has achieved significant accomplishments worldwide, with global revenues exceeding $1.5 billion and maintaining a rapid growth trajectory.
Duravant serves several key industries, including food processing, packaging, and logistics, and operates 17 companies. By integrating the professional advantages of each company, Duravant provides comprehensive solutions and excellent after-sales service to its customers. Known for its innovative, durable, and reliable market-leading brands, Duravant continuously increases its R&D investment, consolidating its leading position in the industry through ongoing research and development and strategic acquisitions, driving sustained business growth.
Globally, Duravant has established strategic partnerships with renowned investment firms such as Warburg Pincus, The Carlyle Group, Temasek, and China Investment Corporation, leveraging various resources to fully support the development of innovative automation solution platforms. At the same time, the group actively expands its global business footprint through organic growth, acquiring market-leading automation equipment brands, and strategically positioning itself in regions beyond traditional markets in Europe and America, continuously enhancing its global influence.