Ática Redex Travels to China
From October 25 to November 4, Ática Redex travelled to China alongside its members to visit machinery manufacturers including Everun, Vanse, HELI and MiMA. Ten days of factory visits, shared experiences and new opportunities to strengthen our network of machinery distributors.
Strengthening Relationships with Machinery Manufacturers in China
On October 25, a group of Ática Redex members and team representatives set off for China on a trip focused on strengthening business relationships, gaining industry insights and exploring new opportunities for collaboration.
Over the course of ten days, our members had the opportunity to visit several industrial, agricultural and material handling machinery manufacturers in China, explore their facilities and gain a better understanding of their manufacturing processes and equipment.
The itinerary included visits to Everun, Vanse, HELI and MiMA, four manufacturers operating in different areas of the machinery industry. Each visit provided an opportunity to build stronger professional relationships and discover the latest developments and solutions available in the international market.
As a purchasing and services group for machinery distributors, Ática Redex believes that business growth is also driven by shared experiences. Trips like this allow us to bring our members closer to the manufacturers and suppliers who play an important role in our network.
Everun: Our Members Get a First-Hand Look at Its Machinery in Qingdao
Our first stop in China took us to Qingdao, where we visited Everun, a manufacturer specialising in construction machinery, compact equipment and solutions. They are focussed on industries such as agriculture and construction.
Our members had the chance to explore several machines up close and, more importantly, to test them. This hands-on experience allowed them to see how the equipment performed and become more familiar with them.
However, our visit did not end there. Everun team also welcomed us to their headquarters, giving our members and Ática Redex team another opportunity to connect directly with the manufacturer and strengthen our professional relationships.
Vanse: Broadening Our Perspective on the Machinery Industry
Our journey continued with a visit to Vanse, a Chinese manufacturer of construction and industrial machinery. Our members were able to tour its facilities and gain further insight into the opportunities offered by the international machinery market.
Established in 2013, Vanse specialises in developing and manufacturing construction equipment, including telehandlers, mini excavators and skid steer loaders.
This visit was particularly memorable, as we also attended an official event with the local mayor in attendance. It was an opportunity to strengthen relationships between businesses and share experiences that went beyond commercial interests. These moments offered us a glimpse into the local culture and reminded us that building lasting business relationships is, ultimately, about connecting with people.
HELI: A Special Milestone for MB Maquinaria
One of the highlights of our trip was our visit to HELI, a well-established Chinese manufacturer in the forklift and material handling equipment industry.
During our visit, we witnessed a particularly significant milestone for MB Maquinaria: lthe production by HELI of its first MB-branded 7-tonne forklift truck.
This marked an important step in our collaboration with the manufacturer and in the development of machinery solutions tailored to market needs.
The visit also gave our members the opportunity to experience the manufacturing environment of a major international forklift producer, gain a deeper understanding of its operations, and expand their knowledge as regards the material handling industry.
MiMA: The Final step on our tour of Chinese Machinery Manufacturers
Our final factory visit took us to MiMA, a manufacturer specialising in electric forklift trucks and material handling solutions for warehouses and logistics facilities.
This provided us with a closer look at another important area of the machinery industry, particularly solutions designed to optimise warehouse space, improve logistics operations and advance material handling technology.
Our visit to MiMA brought the factory tour to a close, rounding off a journey that had given us valuable opportunities to exchange knowledge, discover different manufacturers and build stronger professional connections.
After ten days in China, we returned to Spain on November 4 with new experiences and, above all, great memories of the time spent alongside our members.
Beyond the factory visits: Discovering China together
Although visiting manufacturers was the main purpose of our trip, we also found time to explore some of China’s most iconic landmarks and enjoy experiences beyond the business agenda.
During our stay, we visited the Great Wall of China, one of the country’s most famous historical landmarks; the Forbidden City in Beijing, the former imperial palace complex; and Beijing National Stadium, widely known as the Bird’s Nest, which was built for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
These visits gave us the chance to discover more about China’s history and culture while enjoying memorable moments together as colleagues and fellow members.
After all, this journey was about much more than visiting factories and exploring machinery. It was also an opportunity to spend time together, exchange ideas, strengthen personal connections and give our members a transparent, first-hand look at how Ática Redex works.
Because while Ática Redex is a network of businesses, it is the people behind those businesses who truly drive its growth and success.
The role of a Purchasing Group in connecting manufacturers and distributors
This trip to China reflects one of the core purposes of Ática Redex as a purchasing and services group for machinery distributors: connecting our members with new opportunities and facilitating direct relationships with manufacturers and suppliers across the industry.
Visiting factories, seeing products first-hand and sharing experiences with other industry professionals helps machinery distributors broaden their understanding of the market and identify new possibilities for their businesses.
At Ática Redex, we remain committed to collaboration and to the strength of a network built on shared knowledge, resources and opportunities. Being part of a purchasing group is not simply about securing better purchasing conditions. It also means belonging to a collective project that supports the growth and development of its members.
We returned from China with valuable experiences, stronger relationships and, most importantly, renewed enthusiasm to continue working together and tackling the challenges ahead.
Because at Ática Redex, we believe we can go further together.
