As the “joints” that keep industry in motion, bearings are fundamental to modern machinery and global infrastructure. China has developed five major bearing industrial clusters, which together drive innovation and supply the world. Here is what makes each of them unique.
1. Wafangdian, Liaoning – The Capital of Large & Extra-Large Bearings
Officially honored as China’s “Bearing Capital”, Wafangdian is the birthplace of the nation’s bearing industry with over 80 years of expertise. It is home to more than 800 bearing enterprises and leads in large, extra-large, and custom-engineered bearings.
Core Strengths: Independent R&D capabilities for heavy-duty applications.
Key Products: Wind turbine bearings, rail transit bearings, metallurgical machinery bearings, custom large-diameter spherical roller bearings.
Global Reach: Products exported to over 100 countries.
Local Expertise
As a Wafangdian-based manufacturer, JYHY Group specializes in the very large and custom bearings that define this hub’s global reputation.
2. Luoyang, Henan – The High-Precision & Aerospace Bearing Center
Rooted in China’s foundational industrial projects, Luoyang boasts a complete innovation ecosystem. It is renowned for its exceptional product range and ultra-high precision.
Core Strengths: Aerospace-grade precision and a strong “enterprise-research-university” model.
Key Products: Railway bearings, precision machine tool bearings, aerospace bearings.
Notable Fact: Trusted supplier for China’s Shenzhou and Chang’e space missions.
3. Jiangsu (Southern Cluster) – Automotive & Precision Bearing Leader
Centered in Suzhou, Wuxi, and Changzhou, this cluster leverages the Yangtze River Delta’s advanced supply chain for rapid response and volume production.
Core Strengths: Fast market adaptation and strong industrial chain collaboration.
Key Products: Automotive transmission and wheel hub bearings, precision needle rollers.
Industry Role: Key supplier to the new energy vehicle (NEV) sector.
4. Zhejiang (Eastern Cluster) – Global Export Hub for Mini & Small Bearings
This dynamic region is a major global export base, dominating the market for mini and small bearings with a complete, cost-effective industrial chain.
Core Strengths: Vibrant private economy and high cost-performance ratio.
Key Products: Mini deep groove ball bearings, home appliance bearings, NEV bearings.
Export Strength: Accounts for over 35% of China’s total bearing exports.
5. Liaocheng, Shandong – Bearing Components & Trading Nexus
Focused in Linqing’s Yandian Town, this hub is China’s largest production and distribution center for bearing components, providing critical support to the entire industry.
Core Strengths: Unmatched specialization in components and a vast trading network.
Key Products: Bearing cages, steel balls, rings, and general-purpose small to medium bearings.
Conclusion: Partner with Precision and Power from the Bearing Capital
Each of China’s bearing clusters plays a vital role: Luoyang excels in aerospace precision, Jiangsu and Zhejiang lead in volume and agility, and Liaocheng anchors the components ecosystem. Wafangdian remains the undisputed center for large, custom, and heavy-duty bearing solutions.
Your Expert Partner in Wafangdian
JYHY Group embodies the expertise of the “Bearing Capital.” We focus on engineered large-size spherical roller bearings, backing bearings, and custom designs for the most demanding applications in wind energy, mining, and heavy machinery.
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