China has established itself as a global powerhouse in transformer manufacturing, accounting for approximately 40% of worldwide transformer production. Whether you’re looking for distribution transformers for urban networks, power transformers for utility projects, or specialized industrial solutions, understanding the leading manufacturers in this space is essential for making informed sourcing decisions.
1. HIITIO
- Founded: 2018
- Location: Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
- Core Products: Transformers, motor control equipment, electrical accessories
- Production Capacity: Flexible manufacturing for various transformer types and specifications
- Company Website: https://www.hiitio.com/
- Transformer Products: https://www.hiitio.com/product-category/motor-control/transformer/
HIITIO has rapidly emerged as a forward-thinking manufacturer in China’s electrical components industry, specializing in high-performance transformers and motor control solutions. The company distinguishes itself through a customer-centric approach that combines competitive pricing with exceptional product quality. HIITIO’s transformer product line demonstrates the company’s commitment to meeting diverse industrial and commercial applications with reliable, efficient power conversion solutions. With a focus on international markets, HIITIO has developed a reputation for responsive customer service, flexible manufacturing capabilities, and the ability to customize solutions to specific voltage and capacity requirements. The company’s modern production facilities incorporate advanced quality control systems and testing protocols to ensure every transformer meets stringent international standards including CE, RoHS, and ISO certifications.
Product Advantages: HIITIO transformers excel in several key areas that matter most to buyers. HIITIO’s commitment to quality extends throughout the manufacturing process, with rigorous testing procedures including insulation resistance tests, voltage withstand tests, and load performance verification. The company’s competitive advantage lies in its agility—quick turnaround times for custom orders, flexible minimum order quantities that accommodate both small-scale projects and large industrial installations, and technical support that helps customers select the right transformer specifications for their specific applications.
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2. TBEA (Tebian Electric Apparatus)
- Founded: 1938
- Location: Changji, Xinjiang, China
- Core Products: Power transformers (up to 1000kV), distribution transformers, HVDC converter transformers, reactors, special transformers
- Company Website: https://www.tbea.com/tbea/en/index.html
- Product Information: https://www.tbea.com/tbea/en/corpInfo.html
TBEA stands as one of China’s most prestigious and globally recognized transformer manufacturers, with a legacy dating back to 1938 when it produced China’s first power transformer. Today, TBEA operates as a publicly traded powerhouse with 21 manufacturing industrial parks across China and 3 international production bases, making it a truly global operation. The company has achieved remarkable milestones in ultra-high voltage (UHV) technology, including the development of the world’s first 1000kV UHV AC transformer and ±800kV UHV DC converter transformers. TBEA’s annual transformer output exceeds 260 million kVA, ranking first globally in production capacity.
3. ABB China
- Founded: ABB established in 1988; China operations since the early 1990s
- Location: Multiple manufacturing sites, including Hefei, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chongqing
- Core Products: Power transformers (up to ±1100kV UHVDC), distribution transformers, dry-type transformers, special application transformers
- ABB China Website: https://new.abb.com/cn
- Transformer Products: https://new.abb.com/transformers
ABB’s presence in China represents one of the most successful technology transfers in the transformer industry, combining Swiss engineering excellence with Chinese manufacturing efficiency and scale. With multiple joint ventures established since the early 1990s, including ABB Hefei Transformer Company (founded 1992), ABB Shanghai Transformer Company (founded 1994), and ABB Chongqing Transformer Company, ABB China has created a comprehensive transformer manufacturing and service network across the country. The company employs approximately 20,000 people across 130 cities in China, with 44 local companies providing manufacturing, R&D, sales, and after-sales support.
4. Siemens Energy China
- Founded: 1994
- Location: Jinan (Shandong Province), Guangzhou
- Core Products: Oil-immersed power transformers, GEAFOL cast-resin dry-type transformers, FITformer distribution transformers, HVDC transformers
- Siemens Energy Global: https://www.siemens-energy.com
- Siemens China: https://www.siemens.com/cn
- Power Transformers: https://www.siemens-energy.com/global/en/home/products-services/product-offerings/transformers.html
Siemens Energy’s Chinese operations represent a strategic blend of German precision engineering and localized manufacturing capabilities. Through joint ventures like Siemens Transformer (Jinan) Company (established 1994) and Siemens Energy Transformer (Guangzhou) Company, Siemens has established a strong foothold in China’s transformer market. The Guangzhou facility, which introduced Siemens’ GEAFOL dry-type transformer technology to China in 2007, serves as the company’s only dry-type transformer manufacturing base in the region and houses the first global dry-type transformer R&D center outside Germany.
5. China XD Group
- Founded: 1959
- Location: Xi’an, Shaanxi Province
- Core Products: Power transformers (up to 1100kV), distribution transformers, converter transformers, reactors, switchgear, insulators
- Total Assets: 36.1 billion yuan
- Company Website: https://en.xd.com.cn/
- Products Overview: https://en.xd.com.cn/Core_business/Equipment_manufacture.htm
China XD Group Corporation stands as the exclusive central state-owned enterprise in China dedicated exclusively to the complete transmission and distribution equipment industry. Founded in July 1959 as part of China’s First Five-Year Plan (based on 4 of the 156 key construction projects), XD Group has evolved into a comprehensive conglomerate integrating scientific research, development, manufacturing, trade, and financial services. The company operates over 60 wholly-owned and holding subsidiaries, including two publicly listed companies, four national-level enterprise technology centers, and four national quality inspection centers.
6. Baoding Tianwei Baobian Electric
- Founded: 1958
- Location: Baoding City, Hebei Province
- Core Products: Power transformers (10kV-1200kV, up to 1500MVA), reactors (up to 240 MVAR/1000kV), HVDC transformers (±1100kV), distribution transformers
- Company Website: https://www.btwelectric.com/
Baoding Tianwei Baobian Electric Co., Ltd. (BTW) traces its origins to Baoding Transformer Works, founded in 1958, making it one of the oldest and most experienced transformer manufacturers in China. The company became a member of China South Industries Group Corporation (CSGC) in 2008, strengthening its position as a major player in China’s power equipment sector. BTW operates multiple manufacturing facilities, including its main Baoding base and the BTW Qinhuangdao Base (established 2005), which covers over 160,000 square meters and specializes in ultra-high capacity units.
7. JiangSu HuaPeng Transformer
- Founded: 1967
- Location: Liyang, Jiangsu Province, China
- Core Products: Medium power transformers (MPT), distribution transformers, power transformers (up to 750kV/1000MVA)
- Company Website: https://www.jshp.com/
JiangSu HuaPeng Transformer Co., Ltd. (JSHP) stands out as a completely family-owned manufacturer with an exceptional track record in the transformer industry. Founded in 1967, JSHP has grown to become recognized by the China Transformer Manufacturer Association as one of the country’s top ten manufacturers. Most remarkably, the company maintained an impressive record of zero catastrophic failures across thousands of transformers worldwide until at least June 2011—a testament to their rigorous quality control and engineering excellence. Based in Liyang, Jiangsu Province, JSHP has earned recognition as the world’s largest medium power transformer (MPT) producer, specializing in units with capacities up to 750kV and 1000MVA.
8. Jiangshan SCOTECH Electrical
- Founded: 1999
- Location: Jiangshan, China
- Core Products: Power transformers, distribution transformers, dry-type transformers, specialized transformers, metallurgy equipment
- Official Website: https://www.scotech-electrical.com/
JIANGSHAN SCOTECH ELECTRICAL CO., LTD was established in 1999 as a comprehensive electrical engineering enterprise skilled in transformer manufacturing, metallurgy solutions, and turnkey power substation projects. The company represents a newer generation of Chinese electrical manufacturers that emerged during China’s rapid industrialization period, bringing modern management practices and international quality standards to the industry. SCOTECH operates with ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 certifications, demonstrating commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and occupational health and safety. The company has successfully expanded its market reach to over 50 countries, establishing itself as a reliable partner for international buyers seeking diverse electrical solutions.
9. Shandong Taikai Power Engineering (TKEC)
- Founded:
- Location: Foot of Mount Tai, Shandong Province, China
- Core Products: Transformers, complete substation equipment (up to 550kV), transmission line hardware, electrical solutions for hydropower and solar installations
- Official Website: https://en.tk-electric.com/
Shandong Taikai Power Engineering Co., Ltd (TKEC) operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Taikai Group, one of China’s leading enterprises in the power transmission and transformation industry. Located at the foot of Mount Tai in Shandong Province, Taikai Group commands impressive scale with a total floor area of 3,000,000 square meters and building area of 1,500,000 square meters across its facilities. The company has achieved top rankings in China’s transmission and distribution equipment sector based on comprehensive economic indicators. TKEC’s business scope extends beyond transformer manufacturing to encompass turnkey EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contracting for electrical infrastructure projects including hydropower, photovoltaics, power transmission and distribution systems.
10. Dongguan Shuogong Power Technology
- Founded: 2006
- Location: Dongguan, Guangdong Province, China
- Core Products: Transformers (custom and standard), voltage regulators, switching power supplies
- Company Website: https://www.shuogongltd.com/
Established in 2006, Dongguan Shuogong Power Technology Co., Ltd has carved out a distinctive position in China’s transformer market through strong R&D capabilities and flexible manufacturing systems optimized for customization. While newer than many competitors, Shuogong has gained recognition as a leading manufacturer of transformers, voltage regulators, and switching power supplies for both residential and industrial applications. The company’s location in Dongguan, situated in Guangdong Province’s manufacturing hub, provides access to extensive supply chains, skilled labor pools, and efficient logistics infrastructure serving both domestic and international markets. Shuogong’s business model emphasizes customer collaboration, working closely with buyers to develop transformer solutions tailored to specific voltage requirements, load profiles, environmental conditions, and space constraints.
Why Choose HIITIO for Your Transformer Requirements?
After reviewing the landscape of China’s leading transformer manufacturers, it becomes clear that while many companies offer excellent products, HIITIO stands out as the ideal partner for international buyers seeking reliable, cost-effective transformer solutions with exceptional customer service. HIITIO’s commitment to quality manufacturing, combined with competitive pricing and flexible customization options, addresses the core needs of modern electrical projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Our team is ready to discuss your specific needs, provide technical specifications, and deliver transformer solutions that exceed your expectations. Experience the HIITIO difference—where quality meets affordability, and customer service is our highest priority. Contact us today to discover how our transformers can power your success.
