What Bole North America does

Bole North America is the United States regional sales and service subsidiary of BOLE Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd., a Chinese injection moulding machine manufacturer founded in 1998 in Ningbo, Zhejiang, and wholly owned by CHENGLU Group since 2007. The North American operation is based in Stow, Ohio with 39 employees and was established in 2017 to serve enterprise customers directly across the U.S. market. Its product portfolio, manufactured at the parent's facilities in Ningbo and Jiangxi (China) and Malaysia, spans clamping forces from 70 to 6,800 tons and injection weights from 65g to 60,000g, covering hydraulic servo (EKH, EKW, EK-S), hybrid (EVOlution EKW/EKS), full-electric (FE), two-platen (DK), magnesium alloy semi-solid, carbon-fiber composite (CIML), high-speed (HK, EKS-SP), multi-material (MK), and specialty PET/PVC machines.

BOLE's core technology differentiation rests on a patented central locking toggle mechanism (Patent No. ZL201110250342.5) that is unique among Chinese producers, delivering 10–20% higher clamping force availability and 2–5% material savings, alongside proprietary servo energy-saving systems that reduce electricity costs by up to 30%. The company employs a 'technology from Germany, made in China' model, with German-designed plasticizing screws, German-led development of the DK two-platen series, and research partnerships with RWTH Aachen's IKV, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics. Revenue is generated through direct B2B hardware sales of industrial machinery, with unit pricing ranging from USD 35,800 for small-tonnage machines to USD 1.62M for large-volume 1600T systems, typically under multi-year enterprise contracts.

The company serves automotive OEMs and tier-1 suppliers (Beijing Benz, Shenyang Huachen BMW, China FAW, Shanghai Volkswagen, Shanghai GM, Geely, Ningbo HuaXiang, Germany Adler Pelzer), major household appliance manufacturers (GREE, TCL, AUX), and is expanding into aerospace and advanced lightweighting applications through a March 2026 strategic agreement with Shanxi Xuedong for 14 sets of magnesium alloy semi-solid molding machines. Go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales through regional offices (BOLE-USA, BOLE-EUROPE, BOLE-INDIA), industry exhibitions such as CHINAPLAS, and digital channels including the company website and social platforms. Annual supply capacity is 6,000 machine sets, with 51–60% of business exported to 70+ countries.

Name

Bole North America

Legal name

BOLE INTELLIGENT MACHINERY CO., LTD

Website

https://bolemachinery.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Bole North America is the U.S. regional sales and service arm (Stow, Ohio, est. 2017) of BOLE Intelligent Machinery, a Chinese manufacturer of hydraulic, hybrid, electric, and two-platen injection moulding machines (70–6,800 ton clamping force) serving automotive OEMs, appliance manufacturers, and emerging aerospace and lightweighting customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ningbo

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Injection Moulding Machine Sales: Sale of industrial manufacturing equipment including hydraulic, electric, and hybrid injection moulding machines. Revenue is generated through direct equipment sales to manufacturers in automotive, household appliances, and general plastics industries. Supply capacity of 6000 sets/year.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Bole North America represents BOLE Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd., a Chinese manufacturer of precision plastic injection moulding machines. The company sells hydraulic, electric, and hybrid injection moulding machines ranging from 70 to 6800 tons clamping force, including specialized series for PET, PVC, carbon-fiber composites, magnesium alloy semi-solid molding, and multi-material applications. Products are marketed to automotive, household appliance, packaging, medical, and consumer electronics manufacturers through direct B2B sales.

Product overview

BOLE Intelligent Machinery Co., Ltd is a high-tech enterprise specializing in precision injection molding machine manufacturing, established in 1998 as a subsidiary of CHENGLU Group. The company adopts 'technology from Germany, made in China' methodology, integrating design, manufacture, assembly, testing and sales. BOLE's product portfolio comprises 6 main series covering nearly 100 specifications: EVOlution Hybrid Power (EKW/EKS), Magnesium Alloy Semi-solid, EKH/EKW Hydraulic Servo Energy Saving, FE Standard Electrical, DK Two-platen, CIML Carbon-fiber Intelligent Moulding, HK High Speed, and MK Multi-materials injection machines. The range of clamping force spans from 70 ton to 6800 ton, and injection weight from 65g to 60000g. The company also produces application-specific machines for automotive, medical, consumer electronics, and packaging sectors. Strategic partnerships include collaborations with household appliance enterprises (GREE, TCL, AUX) and auto manufacturers (Beijing Benz, BMW, China FAW Group, Shanghai Volkswagen, Shanghai General Motors, Geely).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EVOlution: Hybrid power injection moulding machine series featuring high efficiency and high precision
• EK-S Series
• EKW Series
• EKH Series
• DK Series
• FE Series
• CIML Series
• HK Series
• MK Series
• DB Dustin
• PET Series
• PVC Series

Products and services

• EVOlution Hybrid Power Injection Moulding Machine Hybrid power injection molding machine combining hydraulic and electric technologies for high precision and high efficiency, suitable for 3C electronics, medical devices, and high-precision manufacturing scenarios. Features injection speed increase of over 50% and 30% electricity cost reduction.
• Magnesium Alloy Semi-Solid Injection Moulding Equipment Semi-solid injection molding machine for magnesium alloy processing with low density (1.8g/cm3) and high specific strength. Enables stable mass production of large complex components and solves traditional die-casting defects like oxidation and porosity. Available from 300 to 4000 ton clamping force.
• EKH Series Hydraulic Servo Energy Saving Injection Moulding Machine Hydraulic servo energy-saving injection molding machine with patented central locking toggle structure offering 100% clamping force use, 10-20% higher than traditional toggle, less flash, and 2-5% material savings. Fully optimized hydraulic system with efficiency 10% higher than previous series.
• EKW Series Hydraulic Servo Energy Saving Injection Moulding Machine Hydraulic servo energy-saving injection molding machine with servo motor technology for precision plastic molding. Features central locking toggle structure for high accuracy and material savings.
• EKH Large Volume Injection Moulding Machine Large volume injection molding machine for industrial applications including buckets, containers, auto parts, and pipe fittings. Features patented center clamping structure, efficient plasticized screw with high length-to-diameter ratio (designed by Germany), and multi-core pulling modes.
• DB Dustin Injection Moulding Machine Standard injection molding machine with electro-hydraulic hybrid technology and two-platen design for high performance applications.
• FE Standard Electrical Injection Moulding Machine Full-electric injection molding machine with modular design, German-designed low-inertia injection unit for high response and precision control. Features low temperature plasticizing, high thrust ball screw, and Industry 4.0 compatibility.
• EK-S Series Injection Molding Machine Hydraulic servo energy-saving injection molding machine with central locking toggle. Servo energy-saving technology with optimized electrical cabinet design conforming to GB, CE, UL, KCS safety standards.
• DK Series Two-Platen Injection Moulding Machine Electric-hydraulic two-platen injection molding machine with high overload resistance, patent tie bar design, and faster platen movement for stability and precision. Features super open stroke, servo motor-driven fast clamp movement, and less moving components for reduced maintenance.
• PET Series Injection Moulding Machine PET-specialized injection molding machine for bottle preforms, test tubes, and PET containers. Features efficient plasticizing screws with large L/D ratio (German design), enlarged hydraulic system, and advanced injection screw design for PET with chrome plating.
• PVC Series Injection Moulding Machine PVC-specialized injection molding machine for pipe fittings, water pipes, and PVC products. Features special screw design for rigid PVC, hard chrome plating (HRC65 hardness), forced cooled charge pipe, and multi-stage temperature control.
• CIML Series Carbon-Fiber Products Intelligent Moulding Line Carbon-fiber products intelligent molding line for automotive lightweight applications. Combines continuous compounding and injection molding, extends fiber retention, boosts performance, cuts costs by 1/3, reduces weight by over 30%.
• HK Series High-Speed Injection Molding Machine High-speed injection molding machine with four core advantages: energy-saving with high conversion efficiency, efficiency through synchronous movement for short cycle time, precision control, and high-speed operation with quiet performance.
• MK Series Multiple Injection Moulding Machine Multi-materials/multi-color injection molding machine with center clamping structure, servo turntable system as standard, movable platen supported by linear guide, single cylinder injection structure, and intelligent controller.
• EKS-SP High-Speed Injection Moulding Machine High-speed injection molding machine for precision applications requiring fast cycle times and high-speed production.

Quantifiable outcome

• 10-20% higher clamping force availability compared to traditional toggle structure
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Shanxi Xuedong Intelligent Technology Co., LtdcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Signed purchase agreement for 14 sets of magnesium alloy semi-solid injection molding machines (300T to 7500T) plus strategic cooperation agreement for in-depth cooperation in light alloy molding for aerospace, weaponry, automotive, and civil applications.
• China FAW GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntered supporting systems for FAW Group automotive manufacturing.
• Shanghai General MotorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntered supporting systems for GM vehicle manufacturing in China.
• Shanghai VolkswagencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntered supporting systems for Volkswagen vehicle manufacturing in Shanghai.
• GREE Electric Appliances Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerComprehensive strategic partnership with GREE, one of China's largest household appliance manufacturers, primarily for air conditioning and appliance plastic components manufacturing.
• TCLcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with TCL for household appliances manufacturing equipment supply.
• AUXcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership with AUX for air conditioning and home appliance manufacturing.
• Ningbo HuaXiang GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic cooperation with major auto-part supplier for automotive components manufacturing.
• Germany Adler Pelzer GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic cooperation with German automotive parts manufacturer for automotive interior components.
• Beijing BenzcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntered supporting systems of Beijing Benz for automotive parts manufacturing equipment.
• Shenyang Huachen BMWcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEntered supporting systems for BMW vehicle production in China.
• Geely AutomobilecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic cooperation with Geely for automotive parts manufacturing.
• Institute of Plastics Processing (IKV) - RWTH Aachen UniversitycoreTechnology or IntegrationCooperation with world's leading plastic research and development institution for technology development.
• Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)coreTechnology or IntegrationEstablished scientific research bases for servo energy-saving project.
• Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA)coreTechnology or IntegrationEstablished scientific research bases for servo energy-saving technology development.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Haitian International: The largest injection moulding machine manufacturer globally and China's #1 player. Directly competes with BOLE across hydraulic, servo, and two-platen machines for automotive and appliance customers; both target export markets and price-sensitive segments.
• Engel Holding: Austrian manufacturer of injection moulding machines serving automotive, packaging, medical and electronics. Competes head-to-head with BOLE's EVO hybrid and two-platen lines in premium automotive and Tier-1 supplier accounts globally.
• KraussMaffei: German manufacturer of injection moulding, extrusion and reaction process machinery. Directly competes in automotive, packaging and lightweight composite moulding — overlapping with BOLE's magnesium and carbon-fibre ambitions.
• Arburg: German specialist in injection moulding machines, particularly all-electric and hybrid units. Competes with BOLE in precision 3C electronics, medical and automotive applications where the EVO hybrid and FE electrical series target similar buyers.
• Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: Japanese-German manufacturer of electric and hybrid injection moulding machines, with strong positioning in medical, packaging and automotive. Directly competes with BOLE in high-precision and high-speed packaging applications.
• JSW (Japan Steel Works) — Plastics Machinery: Japanese manufacturer of large-tonnage injection moulding machines for automotive and structural parts. Competes with BOLE's large-volume EKH series in the 1600T+ automotive structural component segment.
• Toshiba Machine (Shibaura Machine): Japanese manufacturer of injection moulding machines including all-electric and hybrid systems. Competes with BOLE in precision automotive, electronics and high-speed packaging applications.
• Milacron (Hillenbrand): US-based manufacturer of injection moulding and extrusion machinery, now part of Hillenbrand. Directly competes with Bole North America in the North American automotive, appliance and packaging markets.
• Negri Bossi: Italian manufacturer of injection moulding machines serving automotive, packaging and consumer goods. Competes with BOLE in mid-tonnage hydraulic and servo machines across European and emerging markets.
• Chen Hsong Holdings: Hong Kong/Chinese injection moulding machine manufacturer with strong Asian and export presence. A like-for-like Chinese competitor to BOLE across servo hydraulic and high-speed packaging machines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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