Bühler (Wuxi) Commercial Co., Ltd. is a regional arm of Bühler Group, a global leader in industrial process technologies for food, feed, and advanced materials. Strategically located in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, the company plays a vital role in Bühler’s Asia-Pacific operations, providing state-of-the-art manufacturing, engineering, sales, and service capabilities across the region.
Company Overview
Founded in Switzerland in 1860, Bühler Group is renowned for its technological innovation and precision engineering. With over 12,500 employees worldwide and a presence in more than 140 countries, Bühler generates over CHF 3 billion annually. The Wuxi entity represents one of the largest and most advanced production facilities of Bühler outside Europe, serving the fast-growing markets of China and Southeast Asia.
Core Business
Bühler (Wuxi) Commercial Co., Ltd. is involved in:
- Manufacturing of advanced processing machinery
- Engineering and integration services
- Customer support and maintenance solutions
- R&D for regional product customization
The Wuxi hub not only caters to local Chinese clients but also exports equipment and solutions to Bühler's global clientele.
Product and Service Offerings
Food Processing Equipment:
- Grain Milling Systems (wheat, corn, rice)
- Grain Cleaning and Handling Equipment
- Feed and Pet Food Production Lines
- Pasta and Noodle Production Machinery
Die-Casting Solutions:
- Die-Casting Machines (Carat, Evolution series)
- Fully Automated Casting Cells
- Vacuum and Lubrication Systems for Automotive Parts
Grinding & Dispersing Equipment:
- Wet Grinding Machines for paints and coatings
- Dispersing Systems for fine particle technology
- Nano-milling for specialized industries
Battery and Energy Solutions:
- Mixing Systems for battery slurries
- Electrode Coating and Calendering Equipment
- Pouch and Cylindrical Cell Production Lines
Consumer Foods Production:
- Snack and Breakfast Cereal Production Lines
- Confectionery and Chocolate Processing Equipment
- Extrusion Lines for Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP)
These solutions serve industries including food & beverage, automotive, coatings, electronics, and energy storage.
Specialisation and USP
Bühler Wuxi is a global benchmark for:
- Localized manufacturing with global engineering standards
- Integrated smart factory capabilities
- Energy-efficient and sustainable design focus
- Modular system architecture for flexible plant configurations
Its USP lies in turnkey engineering services that combine equipment, software, automation, and services into a single solution.
Financials
While Wuxi-specific revenue data is not disclosed separately, Bühler Group globally reported CHF 3 billion (approx. USD 3.4 billion) in revenues for 2023. China is one of Bühler’s top 3 markets, contributing an estimated 20% of global turnover. The Wuxi facility handles a significant portion of Bühler’s manufacturing output for Asia.
Shipment Records
According to global trade data sources:
- Bühler (Wuxi) has executed over 500 shipments annually in the past 3 years
- Key export markets include:
- India
- Indonesia
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- South Korea
The primary export items are food processing machinery, die-casting components, and automation systems.
Target Market
Bühler (Wuxi) serves:
- Food processors and flour millers
- Dairy and pet food manufacturers
- Automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
- Coatings, battery, and chemical manufacturers
- Snack food and TVP producers
Clients range from local SMEs to Fortune 500 corporations across the Asia-Pacific region.
Capabilities
Wuxi operations include:
- Advanced manufacturing facility with robotic welding, CNC machining, and precision assembly
- Customer Experience and Innovation Center for trials and demos
- 24/7 technical support and remote monitoring systems
- Training centers offering operator and maintenance courses
The Wuxi campus is Bühler’s largest R&D and production site in Asia, integrating Swiss engineering with Chinese agility.
Certifications and Compliance
Bühler Wuxi adheres to:
- ISO 9001 Quality Management
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management
- CE, UL, and CSA compliance for exported equipment
- China GB and CCC certifications for domestic machinery
- Continuous internal audits and external verifications
All production is in line with Bühler’s global ESG and sustainability benchmarks.
Customer Testimonials
Clients across food and automotive sectors report:
- Superior machine uptime
- Reduced energy consumption
- Enhanced production efficiency
- Excellent after-sales service and spare parts support
Public case studies with firms in India, Indonesia, and China showcase improvements in throughput and ROI after Bühler installations.
Major Achievements
- Over 25,000 machines installed across Asia from the Wuxi facility
- Exported to over 50 countries from China
- Development of China-localized extrusion and milling solutions
- Recognized with China’s Top 100 Foreign-Invested Manufacturing Companies Award
- Continuous investment in GreenTech and sustainability innovations
