This week, we welcomed a delegation from a leading industrial manufacturing group in Thailand. This three-day exchange and technical inspection marked a significant advancement for GNEE in the high-end manufacturing market of Southeast Asia. The two parties successfully signed an annual procurement framework agreement for GR2 commercially pure titanium tubes. The first batch of products will be used for the group's upgrade and renovation projects in the automotive manufacturing and food processing equipment sectors.
The client team conducted a comprehensive inspection of GNEE's titanium tube manufacturing capabilities, focusing on the following core aspects:
Visiting the fully automatic cold-rolling titanium tube production line to gain a detailed understanding of the precision forming process from titanium strip to finished product.
Observing the online dimensional inspection system on-site to confirm the high-precision standard of tube diameter tolerance control within ±0.05mm.
Inspecting surface treatment processes, including quality control of post-treatment procedures such as pickling and polishing.
Reviewing the testing equipment and methods in the chemical analysis laboratory to verify the consistency of the chemical composition of GR2 titanium tubes.
Observing non-destructive testing processes, including key quality control steps such as eddy current testing and ultrasonic flaw detection.
Examining the batch tracking system to confirm end-to-end traceability from raw materials to finished products.
Evaluating the customization capabilities for special-shaped tubes, including processing techniques for titanium tubes with square, rectangular, and other special cross-sections.
Learning about welded tube manufacturing processes and inspecting the automation level and quality control of high-frequency welding equipment.
Touring the finished product testing center to witness the complete physical performance testing process.
During the technical discussion session, both sides engaged in in-depth discussions on the specific applications of titanium tubes in the Thai market:
Exploring the weight reduction and corrosion resistance advantages of titanium tubes in automotive exhaust systems.
Discussing the potential development of titanium tubes for new energy vehicle battery cooling systems.
Analyzing the technical feasibility of applying thin-walled titanium tubes in automotive decorative components.
Our technical support and services include:
Establishing a dedicated technical service hotline in Thailand to provide localized technical support.
Organizing quarterly technical training seminars to share the latest application cases.
Offering material selection consulting services to assist in optimizing product design.
Collaboratively developing titanium tube surface treatment technologies suitable for tropical climates.
Researching low-cost titanium tube manufacturing processes to enhance market competitiveness.
Exploring the application of recycled titanium materials to support sustainable development goals.
Titanium Product Specifications
| Product Category | Standard Grades | Common Specifications (Diameter/Thickness/Size) | Standard / Certification | Primary Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium Tubes (Seamless & Welded) |
GR1, GR2, GR3, GR7, GR12, GR5 (Ti-6Al-4V) | OD: 3mm ~ 250mm Wall Thickness: 0.5mm ~ 25mm Length: Up to 15m (customizable) |
ASTM B338, B861, B862 ASME SB338 |
Heat exchangers, condensers, marine piping, aerospace, chemical processing. |
| Titanium Plates / Sheets | GR1, GR2, GR5 (Ti-6Al-4V), GR7, GR9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) | Thickness: 0.5mm ~ 100mm Width: Up to 2000mm Length: Up to 6000mm |
ASTM B265 | Pressure vessels, tanks, marine hulls, aerospace skin, medical implants, architectural cladding. |
| Titanium Bars / Rods | GR1, GR2, GR5 (Ti-6Al-4V), GR7, GR12 | Diameter: 3mm ~ 300mm (Forged & Rolled) Length: Up to 6000mm (customizable) Forms: Round, Square, Hexagonal |
ASTM B348 | Fasteners, shafts, valves, pump parts, surgical implants, aerospace structural components. |
| Titanium Foils | GR1, GR2 | Thickness: 0.03mm ~ 0.5mm Width: Up to 500mm (coils or sheets) |
ASTM B265 | Gaskets, bellows, honeycomb cores, medical device components, precision instruments. |
| Titanium Wires | GR1, GR2, GR5 (Ti-6Al-4V) | Diameter: 0.1mm ~ 8mm Form: Coils, straight lengths |
ASTM B863, F67 | Welding wire, springs, medical sutures and stents, mesh, fasteners, additive manufacturing. |
| CNC Machined Parts | All grades available (GR1, GR2, GR5, GR7, etc.) | Machining Capability: - 3/4/5-axis CNC milling - CNC turning - Tolerance: As tight as ±0.01mm - Surface Finish: Ra 0.4µm and above |
Custom drawings & specifications | Precision components for aerospace, medical implants (joints, plates), semiconductor equipment, high-end valves and pumps. |
