Charting the Progress of Way Train: Key Milestones and Innovations #
Way Train has established itself as a prominent force in the global band saw market, consistently advancing its technology, expanding its product lines, and achieving significant certifications. Below is a structured overview of the company’s major milestones, reflecting its commitment to innovation, quality, and growth.
2025 #
- Certification: DUNS
2024 #
- Certifications: DUNS, ESG
2022 #
- New Series: Introduction of the WS-20FAP, an intelligent fully-automatic single miter cutting bandsaw. This model leverages big data analysis and motor current control, debuting at TIMTOS Taipei in 2023 to showcase its high-efficiency cutting performance.
2021 #
- New Series: Launch of the UE-460DSAG, the first semi-automatic double miter cutting bandsaw featuring an optimized HMI operation mode. Presented at TIMTOS Taipei in 2022.
2019 #
- New Euro Series: Introduction of WG-285, WG-310, WG-350, and WG-500 models, all equipped with HMI control panel systems.
2017 #
- New Series: Launch of the WL-500 FA1/FA2, specializing in bundle cutting.
2016 #
- New Series: Introduction of the WL-650DSA/DFA (semi/fully automatic angle cutting machines) and the Euro Series (WK-210, WK-275, WK-285, WK-310, WK-350, WK-500).
2015 #
- New Series: JC6F and JA6F portable band saws.
2013 #
- Brand New Series: Completion of linear guide fully automatic models and double column linear guide development. Launch of the heavy-duty double column model WL-800SAT.
2012 #
- New Series: Introduction of WH-360A, WH-510A, UE-530DSA, WS-20SA, and WH-460DSAR models.
2011 #
- Expansion: Establishment of the new Way Sword factory and R&D center, focusing on high-efficiency and high-accuracy CNC series.
2010 #
- New Series: Launch of WV-450DSA and WP series (plastic control box series), expanding solutions for customer requirements.
2009 #
- Response to Financial Crisis: Significant investment in developing large-sized band saw models (WA-7062HA, WA-7670SA, WA-1100SA) and roller-type fully automatic models (UE-250AR, UE-330AR). Focus on patent applications for innovative technologies worldwide.
- October: Total capital increased to NT$157 million.
2008 #
- October: Completion of the new head office, with an official opening on December 13. The facility features modern office technology, a 130-person conference room, a professional saw showroom, and an international video conference center.
- Management: Establishment of a management department and appointment of David Lin as the second-generation chairman.
2007 #
- March: Groundbreaking for the new office building. Large-scale production of the UE-120SV (small band saw) and WS-1318FA (fully automatic model for the American market), both receiving wide acclaim. Capital increased to NT$70 million.
2006 #
- Relocation: WEI CHANG factory moved from Tanzi to Jiu She, focusing on Japanese-style band saw models (UT-120P, UT-125P) and development of UT-180W and UT-180WS.
2005 #
- Expansion: Fully automatic band saw factory moved to Tanzi Township, expanding facilities by 36,000 square feet. Participation in the Conventional Industrial Technology Development Plan (CITD), funded by the Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs.
2004 #
- Product Development: Launch of the Professional series band saws, including fully automatic double column models (WA-4033HA, WA-460HA) and semi-auto dual miter cutting models (UE-331DSA, UE-460DSA). Development of American-style manual and semi-auto series (W1318SSA). Completion of the 28,800 sq. ft. Jiu She 9” band saw factory, increasing production capacity by 50%.
2003 #
- Specialization: Establishment of a factory specializing in small-sized precision sawing machines. Development of 5" and 6" band saws.
2002 #
- January: Establishment of a fully automatic factory in Jiu She for band saw machines. Recipient of the National Award for Innovation by Small and Medium Enterprises from the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
2001 #
- March: Opening of Way Train’s second factory in Ta Ya Township (capital: NT$30 million), dedicated to European-style WE series band saws.
- December: Special Vocational Training funded by the Council of Labor Affairs, Executive Yuan, Taiwan.
- December: ISO-9001 international quality management system certification.
1999 #
- Research: Completion of a technical research project on advanced precision metal sawing machines, funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs.
1998 #
- December: Awarded the 7th annual Taiwan Symbol of Excellence Award. ISO-9002 International Quality Guarantee certification.
1997 #
- January: All product series receive CE certification (DNV Norway).
1996 #
- July: All band saw series receive UL and CSA certification. Development of 13" band saws begins.
1995 #
- August: Expansion of working capital to NT$15 million. Commencement of 9" and 10" band saw production.
1994 #
- August: CE certification (AV Belgium).
1989 #
- June: CSA certification. Start of 4½" and 7" band saw production.
1983 #
- Founding: Way Train established by Mr. Kevin Lin, Chairman of the Board, with NT$5 million capital and five staff members. Initial development of 4½" and 7" band saws.
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