Shanghai STEP Electric Corporation (Stock Code: 002527), publicly traded since 2010, is a National High-tech Enterprise and a prominent player in China's intelligent manufacturing sector. Established in 1995, the company is renowned for its expertise in motion control technology, upon which it has built a comprehensive business portfolio encompassing robotics, smart manufacturing solutions, control and drive systems, and elevator control products. Its official English brand name is STEP.
Product Portfolio & Global Applications
NewSTEP offers a wide array of industrial robots, including its SP series heavy-duty handling robots with payloads up to 200kg. These robotic solutions are integral to automation across diverse industries such as 3C electronics, lithium batteries, semiconductors, photovoltaics, logistics, food and beverage, medical, and automotive. The company's products and solutions have a significant global footprint, serving over 110 countries and regions worldwide.
R&D Strength & Global Layout
Innovation is central to NewSTEP's strategy. The company operates research and development centers in key locations including Shanghai, Shenzhen, Xi'an, Hangzhou, Germany, and Japan. This global R&D network supports its substantial intellectual property portfolio, which includes over 800 nationally authorized patents (more than 400 of which are invention patents) and in excess of 200 software copyrights. To support its global operations, NewSTEP has established overseas subsidiaries in Germany, Japan, and Malaysia.
Corporate Vision & Industry Role
Driven by the corporate mission to "Let humanity share the convenience and happiness of an intelligent society", NewSTEP is committed to advancing industrial automation. The company holds influential positions in the industry, serving as a member of the National Robot Standardization Group and the Vice Chairman of the China Robot Industry Alliance. Its vision is to become a world-renowned brand in the field of intelligent manufacturing.
