The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is profoundly transforming traditional low-voltage electrical equipment, and shipments of smart contactors are growing rapidly, becoming a new driver of exports.
Industrial control electrical equipment is rapidly evolving toward intelligent and IoT-enabled systems. Data shows that by 2025, global shipments of smart contactors equipped with communication interfaces will exceed 120 million units, accounting for 17.6% of total global shipments. Industry forecasts indicate that exports of electronic contactors with communication interfaces and intelligent monitoring capabilities will grow at a rate exceeding 15%, becoming the primary driver of export growth for China’s related industrial chains.
In terms of export markets, during the first three quarters of 2026, China’s exports of AC contactors and related accessories rose by 9.2% year-over-year. Among these, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Africa emerged as the three fastest-growing regions for Chinese exports, collectively contributing over 55% of the growth, primarily driven by accelerated power infrastructure development in “Belt and Road” countries and the demand for supporting equipment resulting from the relocation of manufacturing capacity.
At the same time, product forms continue to diversify. Modular contactors, favored in the smart home and small-scale power distribution cabinet markets for their ease of installation and space-saving design, have seen their share of exports rise year by year. Industry experts point out that future competition in the contactor industry will no longer be limited to basic circuit-switching functions but will shift toward a contest of comprehensive capabilities, including adaptation to specific scenarios, ultra-high operational reliability, intelligent interconnection, and low energy consumption.
Conclusion: Shenyang 213 will continue to advance the intelligent upgrading of its products, serving diverse domestic and international market demands with a more extensive product lineup and reliable delivery capabilities.