Strengthening Industry-Education Cooperation to Foster Talent for Intelligent Manufacturing — Students and Faculty from Suzhou Chien-Shiung Institute Visit Deratech for a Study Tour

To implement the national strategy of integrating industry and education and promoting school-enterprise cooperation, and to further align high-skilled talent training with the development of the manufacturing industry, more than 20 students from the Intelligent Manufacturing Class of Suzhou Chien-Shiung Institute of Technology visited Deratech’s Shanghai factory on June 16 for a themed study tour titled “Step into the Enterprise, Understand Manufacturing, Experience Innovation.”

This event is a reflection of Deratech’s long-term commitment to advancing the integration of industry, academia, and research. Over the years, Deratech has established cooperative relationships with numerous domestic research institutes and universities, signing joint development agreements aimed at creating a collaborative platform where enterprises and educational institutions complement each other’s strengths, share resources, and drive innovation together. By accurately aligning industry demands with academic research capabilities, Deratech effectively promotes the transformation of research outcomes into practical applications, jointly advancing the continuous development of intelligent manufacturing technologies.

During the visit, students first watched Deratech’s corporate promotional video and an introduction to its manufacturing processes, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the company’s development journey, core product lines, and achievements in intelligent and automated technologies.

Led by technical staff, the group then toured Deratech’s showroom, where they observed live demonstrations of several flagship sheet metal processing machines. Particular attention was given to CNC press brakes, CNC shearing machines, and laser cutting automation units, where students engaged deeply with the technical explanations, asked insightful questions, and showed great enthusiasm and curiosity. This immersive learning experience not only deepened their understanding of professional knowledge but also provided them with clearer insights into their future career paths.

This study tour not only broadened the students’ horizons and enhanced their practical knowledge but also further strengthened the interaction and cooperation between the school and the enterprise. Looking ahead, Deratech will continue to uphold the philosophy of “promoting learning through industry and supporting industry through learning,” actively contributing to the cultivation of intelligent manufacturing talent and the incubation of technological achievements, supporting the high-quality development of China’s manufacturing sector.