Rooted in Sishui County, Xingyang, Henan Province, known as the "Hometown of Valves in China," Yuming Valve Group started as a small village-run factory in 1972. Through over fifty years of dedicated craftsmanship and technological innovation, it has transformed from a local collective enterprise into a global professional valve manufacturer integrating R&D, manufacturing, sales, and service. Today, Yuming boasts three production bases, with products covering eight core series and over 2,000 specifications, exported to more than 40 countries and regions. It has become a global valve solution provider for the petroleum, chemical, power, and heating industries, and its "village-enterprise symbiosis" development model has become a model for the transformation and upgrading of township enterprises in China.

Early Foundation Building: Anchoring the Valve Industry (1972-1990)

In 1972, to change the impoverished state of Nantun Village, the former village secretary, Zhang Junhu, together with partners, founded the Xingyang County Yellow River Repair Factory (the predecessor of Yuming Valve Group). The birth of this village-run collective enterprise pioneered the valve industry in Xingyang, making Yuming a forerunner in local industrial development. At that time, the small factory, with its rudimentary equipment and unwavering commitment, laid the industrial foundation for its subsequent development.

In 1974, the company entered a period of rapid development, with its annual output value exceeding 500,000 yuan, making it a rising star in local industry.

In 1975, thanks to the superior quality of its products, its ball valves and butterfly valves successfully became the designated valves for the Ministry of Railways' "bulk cement tank cars," achieving a breakthrough from the civilian market to industrial support.

In 1976, Xingyang, with its valve enterprise cluster represented by Yuming, joined the ranks of "China's Four Major Valve Production Bases for Township Enterprises," alongside Wenzhou in Zhejiang, Nan'an in Fujian, and Dazhan in Tianjin. It was designated a "Specialized Valve Production Cluster" by the Zhengzhou Municipal Party Committee, with an annual valve production of 150,000 tons and a sales network covering the entire country.

In 1982, its core product, the ball valve, was awarded the title of "Zhengzhou Famous and Excellent Product," further enhancing its brand awareness.

In 1988, the safety valve passed the hot-state type test and obtained one of the first national safety valve production licenses, becoming one of the few domestic enterprises with formal safety valve production qualifications. Its product range and technological strength advanced simultaneously.

Transformation and Standardization: Towards Modern Manufacturing (1991-2000)

In the early 1990s, Xingyang valve products held a 30% market share nationwide. As a local leader, Yuming continuously expanded its production scale and improved its product range, becoming a major supplier in the Chinese valve market. Simultaneously, Yuming embarked on a path of standardization and regulation, transforming from a traditional collective enterprise to a modern manufacturing company through qualification certification and enterprise restructuring.

In 1991, the company was awarded the title of "Contract-Abiding and Creditworthy Enterprise" in Henan Province, received A-level metrological certification, and was recognized as a "AAA-level Enterprise for Quality, Service, and Reputation in China," solidifying its market reputation through integrity and quality.

In 1993, six new factory buildings were constructed, significantly increasing production scale and laying the hardware foundation for capacity expansion.

In 1994, the company officially changed its name to Zhengzhou Yuming Industrial Corporation, marking a crucial step in its brand development.

In 1998, its safety valves obtained the "CBPVI" certificate supervised by the Ministry of Labor, further authoritative recognition of its special valve production technology.

In 1999, it passed ISO9001 international quality management system certification and joined the China General Machinery Valve Industry Association, officially aligning with industry standards and international quality management systems.

In 2000, the company completed its shareholding reform, and Yuming (Zhengzhou) Valve Co., Ltd. was established. This reform of the ownership system injected new vitality into the company's development, ushering in a new stage of market-oriented operation.

Brand Upgrade & Becoming an Industry Benchmark (2001-2011)

At the beginning of the 21st century, Yuming, focusing on qualification upgrades, brand cultivation, and nationwide expansion, gradually grew into a representative valve brand in Henan Province and joined the ranks of industry standard setters.

In 2001, the company obtained the "AZ" certification for pressure pipeline component manufacturing, marking another breakthrough in its special pipeline valve production qualification.

In 2002, after Zhang Zhiqiang took over as the core of the company's management, he proposed the innovative concept of "going out and bringing in," leading a team to learn advanced management experience from valve industry hubs such as Wenzhou and Tianjin. The company hired highly paid technical experts to tackle research and development, and selected young workers to receive advanced training in new processes, completely breaking through the bottlenecks in the company's development.

In 2003, the company won honors such as "Henan Famous Brand" and "Henan Famous Trademark," becoming a benchmark enterprise in the regional valve industry.

In 2004, Xingyang was named "China's Valve Town," and Yuming became a core supporting enterprise for this title.

In 2005, the company was officially named Yuming Valve Co., Ltd., further clarifying its brand identity and development positioning, entering a period of stable development.

In 2006, the company obtained the TS/A1 level certification for special equipment manufacturing, and simultaneously became a first-tier supplier of China National Petroleum Corporation and a member unit of the National Power Station Network, successfully entering core industrial fields such as petroleum and power.

In 2007, to align with the East China valve industry cluster and integrate industry resources, Yuming established a branch in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province, marking a significant step in completing its nationwide production layout.

2008 was a major milestone for Yuming's development: Leveraging its superior product quality and technological strength, the company became the "Lead Unit of the Safety Valve and Ball Valve Working Group of the National Valve Standardization Technical Committee," spearheading the drafting of the national standard for "Spring-Loaded Direct-Load Safety Valves for Low-Temperature Media," and participating in the revision and formulation of multiple national valve standards, officially joining the ranks of industry standard setters and achieving a leap from "following standards" to "setting standards." In the same year, it was awarded the title of "Advanced Enterprise in Quality Management of Henan Province," and its annual revenue exceeded 70 million yuan, a six-fold increase compared to 2002, achieving a dual leap in technology and efficiency.

Group-Based Operations & Global Expansion (2012-2022)

In 2012, Yuming Valve Group was officially established, marking the beginning of a new chapter in group-based operations. In the same year, it obtained API 6D certification from the American Petroleum Institute, laying a solid foundation for its entry into the international market. The national standard for cryogenic safety valves, spearheaded by Yuming, was approved and published, gaining authoritative national recognition for its technical strength.

In 2013, the Group's International Trade Department was officially established and began operations, fully launching its globalization strategy, and products began to be exported overseas.

In 2014, it won the title of "China Famous Trademark," further enhancing its brand value and industry influence. In the same year, it was recognized as a "Henan Province Contract-Abiding and Creditworthy Enterprise," solidifying its market reputation through honest business practices.

In 2015, it became a qualified supplier of China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC), successfully entering the nuclear industry and achieving a significant breakthrough in product application scenarios. Simultaneously, it was approved as a Zhengzhou Municipal-level Enterprise Technology Center, expanding its research and innovation and high-end market presence in both areas.

In 2016, Yuming was recognized as one of Zhengzhou's "Top 100 Industrial Enterprises," and Zhang Zhiqiang was elected Secretary of the Party Branch of Nantun Village. He proposed the goal of "making Yuming a century-old enterprise and improving the lives of our fellow villagers," deepening the "village-enterprise integration and mutual development" model, and deeply integrating enterprise development with rural revitalization. In terms of production layout, based on its headquarters in Xingyang, Yuming successively established a casting base and a water valve production base in Zhengzhou, and built a modern production base in Wenzhou, forming three major manufacturing networks and achieving full-chain control from raw materials to finished products. In the same year, a fully welded ball valve workshop was established, and its products are widely sold at home and abroad. Breaking through traditional product categories, Yuming has formed eight core series, including fully welded ball valves, metal hard-seal butterfly valves, API standard valves, and high-temperature and high-pressure forged steel valves, with over 2,000 specifications, meeting the needs of multiple industries such as petroleum, chemical, power, heating, and marine engineering.

In 2019, an investment of 15 million yuan was made to build a brand-new casting line, achieving the dual goals of "reducing emissions and improving quality." The quality of core components was upgraded across the board, completing the entire industrial chain layout from "assembly manufacturing" to "independent production of core components."

In 2021, Yuming was promoted to a National High-tech Enterprise, and its scientific research and innovation capabilities received national certification. In the same year, it jointly established a student internship and employment base with Zhengzhou University of Science and Technology, initiating a new model of school-enterprise cooperation in cultivating professional talent.

In 2022, it won honors such as "National Quality and Integrity Benchmark Enterprise" and "Top Ten Party Building Bases in Zhengzhou," leading the company's development with Party building and building its brand reputation with integrity. The company's products have successfully entered more than 30 countries and regions worldwide, becoming a core valve supplier for major international projects such as urban heating in Russia and the Vietnam coastal power plant. Its performance under extreme cold, marine, high temperature, and high pressure conditions has been highly recognized by global customers.

Diversified Breakthroughs: Towards a Global Valve Expert (2023-2026)

In 2023, Yuming obtained EU CE certification, gaining access to the European market. It also subsequently passed API 600, API 602, API 609, and API 607 ​​fire resistance certifications, completing the full range of American standard valve certifications. This laid a solid foundation for its global market layout, with products exported to over 40 countries and regions, further expanding its global footprint.

In 2024, the company continued to upgrade its production facilities and manufacturing capabilities, and successfully hosted the Henan Provincial Vocational Skills Competition. Using the competition as a platform, it promoted craftsmanship, cultivated skilled talent in the industry, and demonstrated the company's technical strength and social responsibility. In the same year, it participated in international exhibitions such as the Thailand Water Expo and the Beijing Heating Exhibition, deeply exploring emerging markets in Southeast Asia and other regions.

In 2025, Yuming Valve Group successfully held its 50th Anniversary Celebration. After half a century of development, the company has grown into a group enterprise with 82,000 square meters of modern industrial plants, over 700 employees, and more than 80 professional technical engineers, achieving an annual output value of hundreds of millions of yuan. It has become an industry model of "Fifty Years of Craftsmanship Building Global Valve Quality," ushering in a new era of development.

In 2026, Yuming launched an upgrade and renovation project for its ASME (American Standard) valve workshop. By introducing internationally advanced production equipment, optimizing intelligent production processes, and upgrading its quality control system, the company further enhances the production capacity and manufacturing precision of ASME valves, while simultaneously expanding the factory's production scale. Through hardware upgrades and capacity increases, Yuming solidifies its high-end valve manufacturing capabilities, striving to become a "world-leading valve manufacturer and service provider," and opening a new chapter in its global business development.

For over fifty years, Yuming Valve Group has weathered storms and persevered, always adhering to the business philosophy of "Quality First, Customer Supreme, and Innovative Development." From the birth of the first valve in Xingyang to a market presence in over 40 countries and regions worldwide; from a village-run collective enterprise to a national high-tech enterprise and industry standard setter, Yuming's development is a microcosm of the growth of China's valve industry from small to large, from weak to strong, and a vivid practice of "keeping the original aspiration in mind and seeking development through innovation." In the future, Yuming will continue to focus on technological innovation and be guided by the global market, on the road to building a "century-old brand," continuously providing reliable valve solutions for the global industrial sector, ensuring that every opening and closing is trustworthy.