Qiaotian Intelligence and Germany’s ECKOLD Officially Forge Strategic Partnership
On November 24, 2025 (Beijing Time), Qiaotian Intelligence and Germany-based ECKOLD officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement at Qiaotian Intelligence's R&D Building in Shanghai, authorizing ECKOLD as Qiaotian's partner for the European market.
Attending the signing ceremony were Mr. Wei Danian, Chairman of LUTZ-ECKOLD Group; Mr. Patric Daske, General Manager of Germany ECKOLD; Mr. Liu Xiaoping, General Manager of Qiaotian Intelligence; Ms. Zhang Suna, Head of Marketing; Mr. Jia Wei, Head of Sales; as well as relevant technical personnel from both parties.
Pictured: Wei Danian, Chairman of LUTZ-ECKOLD Group, and Liu Xiaoping, General Manager of Qiaotian Intelligence
At the meeting, Qiaotian Intelligence elaborated on its strategic transformation from a single-product focus on tool changers to a comprehensive provider of multi-product matrix solutions. It also presented detailed updates on new product development progress, customer acquisition milestones, and achievements in technical talent cultivation.
Mr. Liu Xiaoping, General Manager of Qiaotian Intelligence, stated: "We are deeply honored to enter into partnership with ECKOLD, a hidden champion in the industry. This collaboration is not only a testament to ECKOLD's trust in Qiaotian's products, but also a recognition of China's high-end manufacturing capabilities by the German industrial market."

Pictured: Patric Daske, General Manager of Germany ECKOLD; Wei Danian, Chairman of LUTZ-ECKOLD Group; and Liu Xiaoping, General Manager of Qiaotian Intelligence
Mr. Patric Daske, General Manager of Germany ECKOLD, shared insights into ECKOLD’s product positioning since its establishment, as well as its successful track record of serving Mercedes-Benz’s global factories—including practical experience in deepening localized operations in the Chinese market.
Particularly notable were its remarkable achievements in enhancing after-sales service efficiency and establishing a rapid response mechanism. These efforts underscore the shared customer-centric philosophy of both parties: to prioritize real-time responsiveness and efficient problem-solving at all times.
A tour of Qiaotian's assembly workshop
The signing of this strategic cooperation agreement strengthens the combined competitiveness of both companies in delivering integrated solutions for automotive automation and flexible manufacturing. Moving forward, guided by their shared pursuit of high quality and common vision for the future of industrial automation, the two parties will jointly build a high-value automotive industry chain and continue to provide high-quality, high-efficiency solutions to the market.
Founded in 1936, with its manufacturing facility located near Hannover, Germany, ECKOLD is a world-leading enterprise specializing in sheet metal cold forming and joining technologies. Renowned for its high-quality automated equipment, curved surface forming tools, and innovative automation solutions, the company serves clients across high-end industrial sectors worldwide.
ECKOLD boasts profound expertise in automotive manufacturing, with over 30 years of in-depth cooperation with leading groups such as Daimler-Benz and Volkswagen Group. Beyond the automotive industry, it also provides a full range of forming and joining equipment, as well as automation solutions for aerospace, shipbuilding, white goods, high-speed rail, and petroleum sectors. Its reliable product quality and responsive customer service have earned the trust of clients in more than 100 countries and regions globally.
ECKOLD warmly welcomes partnerships with customer-focused Chinese enterprises like Qiaotian Intelligence, which prioritizes product enhancement to drive customer satisfaction. As ECKOLD approaches its 90th anniversary next year, this powerful alliance with Qiaotian Intelligence is poised to open a new chapter in the business development of both companies.