History

Technology History

Since 1986, founder Mr. Chang Chiu-Yuan has been dedicated to the research, development, and manufacturing of specialized hydraulic machinery, accumulating extensive practical experience and deep technical expertise. In 1991, he established Yuan Yu Industrial Co., Ltd., formally laying the foundation for the company's growth in the field of high-end mechanical equipment.

Yuan Yu Industrial has long focused on innovation and application of high-precision friction welding technology, committed to delivering process solutions that combine high efficiency, high strength, and high stability for clients worldwide. Our equipment is widely adopted across demanding industries including automotive, energy, and industrial manufacturing.

Through continuous technological breakthroughs and process integration capabilities, Yuan Yu has established itself as one of the leading brands in friction welding equipment across Asia.

• 1990 Pioneered the development of Taiwan's first vertical rotary friction welding machine, establishing the company's core competency in friction welding technology.
• 1997 Successfully developed Taiwan's first horizontal friction welding machine, the YL Series, setting a new benchmark for domestically manufactured equipment.
• 1998 Introduced Taiwan's first horizontal friction welding machine dedicated to rebar joining, the YU Series, expanding applications into the construction engineering sector.
• 2005 Entered into a technical collaboration with global automotive leader Honda Motor Company to develop the YA Series fully automated feeding friction welding system for engine valves, successfully breaking into the high-precision manufacturing of critical engine components.
• 2008 Launched a friction welding machine with an enlarged spindle bore diameter, successfully applied in the oil well drilling industry to meet the processing demands of large-scale workpieces.
• 2011 Successfully entered the critical supply chain for automotive driveshafts, delivering equipment to global industry leader NTN Corporation (Japan), validating the reliability of our machines in high-load applications. Obtained EU CE Certification, opening the door to European and international markets.
• 2013 Developed a dual-head friction welding machine for truck rear axles, significantly increasing production capacity and welding consistency. In the same year, developed a spindle angular positioning friction welding machine for the hand tool industry, delivered to Stanley Black & Decker.
• 2015 Collaborated with Hyundai Motor Company to deliver friction welding machines dedicated to engine valve production. Developed a friction welding machine for critical airbag components, delivered to BYD Company, entering the fields of new energy and safety-critical applications.
• 2018 Launched a servo thrust-driven friction welding machine, enhancing process precision and control capabilities.
• 2019 Developed a fully automated feeding friction welding machine for self-lubricating bushings, achieving highly automated production and significantly improving manufacturing efficiency.
• 2022 Established a Hangzhou office to strengthen localized technical service capabilities across the Asia-Pacific region.
• 2024 In collaboration with BYD Company's airbag production line, developed a horizontal dual-servo friction welding machine, deepening applications within the new energy vehicle industry.