Zhucheng City Jinding Food Machinery Co., Ltd., operating under the brand name SUMPOT, is a prominent Chinese manufacturer and exporter specializing in advanced food processing and sterilization equipment. Headquartered in Zhucheng, Shandong Province, the company has built a strong reputation for engineering excellence and innovation in retort technology and automated food machinery solutions.
Company Background
Founded in 1996, Zhucheng City Jinding Food Machinery Co., Ltd. has over 25 years of experience in manufacturing high-performance sterilization and processing equipment for the global food industry. The company has progressively grown from a regional equipment supplier into an internationally recognized brand—SUMPOT—with a presence in over 60 countries across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas.
Core Business
SUMPOT specializes in the design, manufacturing, and integration of food sterilization systems and retort machines. The company provides a comprehensive product range that includes:
- Retort Machines: Water Spray Retort, Steam Air Retort, Rotary Retort, Shaking Retort, and Pilot Retorts
- Cooking Equipment: Tuna Vacuum Pre-cooker Cooler, Electric and Steam Kettles
- Automation Systems: Automatic Pouch Loader/Unloader, Can Loading & Unloading Systems
- Processing Lines: Complete lines for canned tuna, meat products, beverages, and ready-to-eat meals
These systems are used by major food processing companies to ensure product safety, consistency, and long shelf-life without chemical preservatives.
Specialization and USP
SUMPOT's unique strength lies in its customized retort solutions and automation integration tailored for diverse packaging types including pouches, trays, cans, glass jars, and bottles. Their intelligent PLC+HMI control systems allow precise temperature and pressure management, while automation reduces labor and operational costs for clients.
One of the company’s standout innovations is the automatic rotary retort system, which combines thermal efficiency with even heat distribution—ideal for viscous or dense food products.
Financial Strength
While SUMPOT remains a privately held company and does not publicly disclose audited financials, its growing footprint in over 60 international markets and presence in top-tier food expos such as Anuga FoodTec and China FoodTech suggest strong and stable revenue streams. The company has established long-term distribution partnerships in Europe, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
Shipment and Export Performance
According to ImportYeti and Volza trade databases:
- Over 500 international shipments have been recorded over the last five years.
- Major export destinations include Thailand, Indonesia, USA, Mexico, and Russia.
- High-volume exports include retort sterilizers, pre-cookers, and automated loading systems, particularly for tuna and meat processing facilities.
This consistent export performance reflects the company's growing trust and acceptance in regulated international markets.
Target Market
SUMPOT caters to a broad clientele in the global food processing industry, including:
- Canned food manufacturers (fish, meat, vegetables)
- Ready-to-eat meal producers
- Beverage and dairy processing plants
- Institutional kitchens and central kitchens
Their solutions are particularly valued in HACCP-regulated environments, as well as in halal and kosher-certified production lines.
Capabilities and Infrastructure
The company operates out of a 12,000-square-meter manufacturing facility equipped with CNC machines, automated welding systems, and pressure testing laboratories. SUMPOT also maintains an R&D department that collaborates with universities and food research institutes to continuously improve sterilization efficiency and energy usage.
- In-house Engineering Team: 40+ engineers
- Patents Filed: 20+ equipment and process innovations
- Annual Production Capacity: Over 200 sterilizers and 150 complete processing systems
Certifications and Compliance
SUMPOT ensures global compliance through a series of international certifications:
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems
- CE Certification – For European Union standards compliance
- ASME Certification – For pressure vessel manufacturing
- EAC Certification – For Eurasian Customs Union compliance
These certifications validate SUMPOT’s commitment to safety, reliability, and international trade standards.
Customer Testimonials
From Alibaba and direct customer feedback:
“We have been using SUMPOT’s retort systems for over three years. The automation and consistency have significantly improved our production output.” — Operations Manager, Canned Meat Producer, Thailand
“The after-sales support and customization services are unmatched. Their team helped us design an entire RTE meal processing line from scratch.” — Production Director, Food Processing Firm, Indonesia
Achievements
- Successfully supplied and installed over 2,000 units worldwide.
- Recognized as a Top 10 Exporter of Retort Machinery in China by industry publications.
- Selected vendor for national-level food R&D centers in China and Southeast Asia.
Zhucheng City Jinding Food Machinery Co., Ltd. continues to expand its global footprint through technological innovation, robust manufacturing, and a customer-first service philosophy, making it a leading partner for food safety and automation worldwide.
