Shijiazhuang Huabang Mineral Products Co., Ltd., rooted in Shijiazhuang—a core mineral hub in northern China boasting convenient transportation and mature industrial clusters—has evolved from a small-scale mineral processing workshop into a renowned comprehensive mineral solution provider since its establishment. The city’s unique geographical advantage, adjacent to major mineral ore bases and connected to national logistics networks, laid solid foundation for Huabang’s initial development. What distinguishes Huabang from peers is its unwavering commitment to “mineral quality as root, customer demand as guide”, a value that has been passed down through generations of employees and reflected in every business link. Over years, the company has not only expanded its product portfolio to cover dozens of mineral categories but also built stable cooperative relationships with clients across Asia, Europe and Africa, earning reputation for reliability and professionalism in global mineral market.

The development journey of Huabang can be divided into three key phases, each marked by strategic decisions that shaped its growth trajectory. In its early founding phase, the company focused on processing conventional mineral products such as limestone powder and talc powder, mainly serving local construction and industrial enterprises. During this period, Huabang’s management team recognized that relying solely on raw material processing would limit long-term development, so they made pivotal decision to invest in technology upgrading. They introduced advanced grinding and classification equipment, replacing traditional manual processing methods, which significantly improved product particle size uniformity and purity. This move helped Huabang win trust from large local construction material manufacturers, laying groundwork for subsequent expansion. The second phase, labeled as “innovation-driven growth”, saw Huabang establish its first R&D center and hire senior engineers specializing in mineral modification. This phase witnessed development of modified mineral products with enhanced performance, such as water-resistant talc powder and high-adhesion kaolin, which broke into high-end market segments previously dominated by foreign brands. The third phase, starting from recent years, is characterized by “global layout and diversified development”. Huabang not only set up overseas sales offices in Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe but also expanded into emerging fields such as mineral-based new energy auxiliary materials, realizing transformation from single product supplier to comprehensive solution provider.

At core of Huabang’s business lies its diverse and high-performance mineral product portfolio, which caters to multiple industries while strictly avoiding prohibited sectors. The company’s product system is categorized into four major series, each with unique characteristics and targeted applications. The first series is green building minerals, which has become a flagship product line driven by global green building trends. Key products include diatomite-based interior wall materials and perlite insulation aggregates. Diatomite-based interior wall materials, with their natural porous structure, excel in humidity regulation and formaldehyde adsorption. A notable project is a high-end residential community in Beijing, where using these materials reduced indoor formaldehyde levels to below industry standards and maintained stable humidity between comfortable ranges, earning high praise from developers and residents. Perlite insulation aggregates, on the other hand, are widely used in external wall insulation systems of public buildings. Their lightweight nature reduces building load while providing excellent thermal insulation, helping projects meet national energy-saving standards. The second series is industrial filtration minerals, with diatomite filter aids as core products. These products are applied in chemical, textile and electronic industries for liquid purification. For example, a large chemical plant in Jiangsu uses Huabang’s diatomite filter aids to purify dyeing wastewater. The filter aids effectively trap organic impurities and pigment particles, making treated water reusable in production, thus reducing water consumption and environmental pollution. The third series is mineral fillers for electronic and ceramic industries. Modified kaolin and wollastonite powder in this series have good electrical insulation and thermal stability, making them ideal fillers for electronic component casings and ceramic substrates. A leading electronic component manufacturer in Guangdong has adopted these fillers, improving product heat resistance and reducing production costs. The fourth series is emerging new energy auxiliary minerals, a strategic layout targeting future market demand. Products such as mineral-based battery separator materials are under pilot application. These materials, derived from natural minerals through special modification, have high porosity and ion conductivity, potentially enhancing battery performance and safety. Although still in testing phase, this series has attracted attention from new energy enterprises and laid foundation for Huabang’s future growth.

Behind Huabang’s high-quality products is its rigorous production and supply chain management system, which ensures consistency and stability from raw material sourcing to finished product delivery. Raw material sourcing is the first line of quality control. Huabang has established long-term cooperative relationships with over ten large mineral mines in Hebei, Inner Mongolia and other regions. Before signing cooperation agreements, the company conducts on-site inspections of mines, evaluating ore quality, mining methods and environmental protection measures. Only mines that meet strict standards are included in the qualified supplier list. Each batch of raw ore is sampled and tested upon arrival at the factory, with key indicators such as mineral composition and impurity content detected using advanced instruments. Unqualified raw materials are directly rejected to prevent them from entering production process. In production links, Huabang has built intelligent production workshops with automated control systems. Production lines are equipped with real-time monitoring devices that track parameters such as grinding speed, temperature and particle size distribution. Operators can adjust processes remotely through central control room, minimizing human error. For example, in the grinding process of kaolin, the system automatically adjusts grinding time according to preset particle size requirements, ensuring each batch of products has consistent fineness. The company also implements lean production management, eliminating waste in processes such as material handling and inventory backlog. By optimizing production schedules and adopting just-in-time inventory management, Huabang has reduced production cycle by nearly a third and lowered inventory costs significantly. Supply chain logistics is another key link. Relying on Shijiazhuang’s transportation hub advantage, Huabang has cooperated with three well-known logistics companies to build a multi-modal transportation network covering road, railway and sea. For domestic clients, the company promises scheduled delivery with tracking services; for international clients, it provides customized logistics solutions, including container transportation and customs clearance assistance, ensuring products reach destinations on time. During peak demand seasons, the company activates emergency production plans and reserves backup inventory to avoid supply shortages, winning trust from clients with stable supply capacity.

Innovation has always been the core driving force of Huabang’s development, and the company’s R&D investment and team building reflect its commitment to technological advancement. Huabang allocates a fixed percentage of annual revenue to R&D, with investment increasing year by year. The R&D center covers a large area and is equipped with advanced testing and experimental equipment, such as X-ray diffraction analyzers, particle size analyzers and thermal performance test chambers. These equipment enable comprehensive testing of mineral properties and product performance, providing strong support for R&D. The R&D team is composed of professionals with diverse backgrounds, including mineral processing engineers, materials scientists and chemical engineers. The team is led by a senior engineer with over two decades of industry experience, who has participated in national mineral processing technology projects. To stimulate innovation vitality, Huabang has established a “R&D incentive mechanism”: R&D personnel who develop new products that achieve certain sales volume receive generous bonuses and promotion opportunities. This mechanism has encouraged employees to propose innovative ideas actively. The company also attaches great importance to external cooperation, establishing joint R&D laboratories with two universities specializing in materials science. Through academic-industrial collaboration, Huabang gains access to cutting-edge technologies and talent resources. A typical example is the joint development of modified diatomite filter aids with a university. By optimizing the surface modification process, the product’s adsorption capacity was increased by a large margin, and it quickly occupied the high-end filter aid market after launch. In addition, Huabang regularly sends R&D personnel to participate in international industry conferences and technical exchange activities, such as the International Mineral Processing Congress, to learn about latest technological trends and expand international vision. These R&D efforts have resulted in numerous patents and technological achievements, with over twenty invention patents obtained so far, forming a strong technological barrier for the company.

Quality control is deeply rooted in Huabang’s corporate culture, and the company has established a full-process quality management system that covers every link from raw materials to finished products. This system has obtained international quality management system certification, ensuring standardized quality control. The quality control department is independent of production department to ensure impartiality of inspections. Inspectors are required to have professional qualifications and receive regular training to master latest testing methods. In raw material inspection, as mentioned earlier, strict sampling and testing are conducted to ensure only qualified raw materials are used. During production, inspectors conduct random checks at key nodes such as grinding, modification and mixing. For example, in the modification process of wollastonite powder, inspectors test product adhesion and whiteness every hour, adjusting processes immediately if deviations are found. Finished products must undergo comprehensive testing before leaving the factory, including performance testing, stability testing and packaging inspection. Only products that pass all tests are labeled with quality certification marks and allowed to be delivered. Huabang also implements a product traceability system. Each batch of products has a unique batch number, which records information such as raw material sources, production personnel and testing results. If quality problems occur, the company can quickly trace the cause and take corrective measures. In addition, the company collects quality feedback from clients regularly, using it as an important basis for quality improvement. For example, based on feedback from a ceramic manufacturer that the wollastonite powder had slight color variation, Huabang optimized the ore sorting process to ensure consistent product color, further improving client satisfaction.

Huabang’s success is also attributed to its excellent team and corporate culture, which foster cohesion and combat effectiveness. The company values talent cultivation and has built a comprehensive talent development system. For new employees, a “mentor-apprentice” system is implemented, where experienced old employees guide new ones in familiarizing with work processes and mastering professional skills. The company also provides regular training programs, including technical training, quality management training and marketing skills training. For outstanding employees, there are clear promotion channels, with opportunities to be transferred to core positions such as R&D and management. To enhance team cohesion, Huabang organizes various team-building activities regularly, such as annual outdoor expansion, sports competitions and family days. These activities not only relieve employees’ work pressure but also strengthen communication and cooperation between departments. The corporate culture of “integrity, innovation, cooperation and responsibility” is reflected in every aspect of work. Integrity is embodied in honest dealings with clients and suppliers; innovation is encouraged in technological research and management methods; cooperation is emphasized between departments and employees; responsibility includes both product quality responsibility and social responsibility. The company also cares about employees’ well-being, providing comfortable office and living environments, as well as benefits such as health checks and insurance. This people-oriented management philosophy has reduced employee turnover rate and attracted many professionals in the mineral industry to join, forming a stable and efficient team.

Market expansion is a key strategy for Huabang’s growth, and the company has adopted differentiated strategies for domestic and international markets to achieve steady expansion. In the domestic market, Huabang divides it into several regions based on industrial characteristics and establishes regional sales teams. For example, in East China where electronic and ceramic industries are concentrated, the sales team focuses on promoting mineral fillers for electronic and ceramic applications; in North China where construction industry is booming, the team prioritizes green building minerals. The company also participates in domestic industry exhibitions regularly, such as the China International Building Materials Exhibition and the National Mineral Products Expo, to showcase products and develop new clients. In addition, Huabang has built a professional online marketing team, promoting products through industry websites, social media and e-commerce platforms. This omni-channel marketing model has expanded market coverage and improved brand awareness. In the international market,

Customer service is an important part of Huabang’s core competitiveness, and the company is committed to providing comprehensive and thoughtful services throughout the entire cooperation process. Before cooperation, the sales and technical teams communicate with clients in detail to understand their specific needs, such as product performance requirements and application scenarios. Based on this, they provide customized solutions, including product recommendations, usage guidelines and cost estimates. For example, when a new client in the new energy industry needed mineral materials for battery separators, Huabang’s technical team conducted multiple rounds of tests according to the client’s battery performance requirements, finally developing a customized mineral material formula and providing sample tests. During cooperation, the company provides technical support services, including on-site guidance on product use and troubleshooting. If clients encounter problems in using products, the technical team responds quickly and provides solutions within a short time. After-sales service is equally important. Huabang has a dedicated after-sales team that conducts regular follow-up visits to clients, understanding product use effects and collecting feedback. For clients with long-term cooperation, the company holds annual customer symposiums to share latest product information and discuss future cooperation directions. The company also has a 24-hour customer service hotline and online consultation platform, ensuring clients can reach service personnel at any time. This full-process service model has won high customer satisfaction, with many clients maintaining long-term cooperation with Huabang for over five years. Some clients even recommend Huabang to other enterprises, bringing in new business through word-of-mouth.

As a responsible enterprise, Huabang attaches great importance to environmental protection and social responsibility, integrating sustainable development into its business strategy. In production processes, the company adopts environmentally friendly technologies and equipment to reduce environmental impact. For example, it has installed dust removal equipment in grinding workshops to control air pollution; built wastewater treatment systems that recycle treated wastewater for production and greening, realizing zero wastewater discharge. In mineral mining cooperation, Huabang requires cooperative mines to adopt environmentally friendly mining methods and supports mine reclamation projects. It has invested in reclamation of two abandoned mines, planting native vegetation and restoring ecological environment. The company also actively participates in social welfare activities, such as donating mineral materials for rural school building renovations and sponsoring local environmental protection public welfare activities.

In summary, Shijiazhuang Huabang Mineral Products Co., Ltd. has achieved remarkable development through years of efforts, relying on its rigorous quality control, continuous innovation, excellent team and thoughtful customer service. From a small local workshop to a comprehensive mineral solution provider with global influence, Huabang’s development journey embodies the spirit of integrity, innovation and responsibility. Its diverse product portfolio caters to multiple industries, meeting varied market demands; its advanced production and R&D capabilities ensure product quality and technological leadership; its global market layout and localized service strategy expand brand influence; its commitment to environmental protection and social responsibility achieves sustainable development. As the mineral industry continues to evolve, Huabang will adhere to its core values, seize development opportunities, overcome challenges and continue to write a brilliant chapter in the global mineral industry. With its strength and reputation, Huabang is well-positioned to become a more influential enterprise in the industry, creating greater value for clients, employees and society.