Chapter 244 Five hundred million and five million

 The technical details were discussed until late at night. The next day, the Belgian customers could only go to the steel plant to inspect, accompanied by Qin Baoshan. Qin Tao fell asleep soundly, and when he was sleeping soundly, the phone rang.

Qin Tao, who had Qingmeng disturbed, was quite dissatisfied, but when he heard the voices inside, all his complaints disappeared.

“Dear, why do you have time to call me?” Qin Tao was very curious. His wife is a workaholic. When will she remember to call herself? The sun doesn't come out from the west either.

"The technical experts from Bincheng Diesel Engine Factory have arrived. If you have any ideas, take the time to go there, otherwise you may miss the machine-building genius. I don't have anything else to do, I just want to inform you. I got on with my business."

"What?"

Qin Tao listened to the busy signal on the phone. He didn't feel bad about the expenses. His wife, who was busy at work, dared to hang up on him. It was too much, too much!

Qin Tao felt extremely unhappy, but this also showed that Zhao Ling was thinking about herself even when she was busy at work. Last time we came back together, Qin Tao was worried about the diesel engine factory, so Zhao Ling When Ling got the news, she immediately told Qin Tao.

Okay, forgive my wife once. Next, go to Bincheng Diesel Engine Factory. After coming back, I will go to Huating to see my wife, go to the factory to make the parts needed for the diesel engine to be combined, and then coordinate the turbocharger. Pressure project.

With this thought in mind, Qin Tao embarked on the road to Bincheng.

If the motherland is compared to a rooster, Bincheng is located exactly at the beak of the rooster. The location here is very important. The Beiyang Navy set up its garrison here. It has been an important military port ever since.

As for the shipbuilding industry here, it has developed rapidly. In 1890, the first shipyard was built here, and various shipbuilding-related industries have also developed one after another.

  China's first 10,000-ton ship in the 1950s, China's first conventional ballistic missile submarine in the 1960s, China's first guided missile destroyer in the 1970s, and China's first export ship in the 1980s all came from here.

 The Sulzer diesel engine technology introduced from abroad was sent to Bincheng Diesel Engine Factory. From then on, it has been able to produce world-leading diesel engines here.

 It’s just that now they want to continue to increase production capacity and rely on machine-building experts from island countries!

“Mr. Yantian, you have been inspecting our place for a few days. Do you have any conclusions?” said Lin Bin, director of the diesel engine factory.

These technical experts were specially invited by them in the hope of giving them some valuable opinions.

Hikoda Jushio nodded: "We were looking at the factory during the day and researching at night. Now, we have formed a conclusion."

Lin Bin opened his eyes wide and watched as the other party took out a thick stack of manuscript paper. These people were really good at their work. They had actually written so much manuscript paper in such a short period of time!

 Especially, what the other party handed to Lin Bin had been translated into Chinese. Lin Bin took the manuscript paper and looked at it carefully. Suggestions for improvement were given for each piece of equipment, along with quotations and so on.

When he saw the last part, his mouth formed an O shape: "What? If we want to adjust and improve our production line here to increase the production capacity to 200,000 horsepower per year, we will actually have to spend 500 million US dollars?"

 (This data may sound very small, but East China Heroes found data for 1997, and the factory only produced 250,000 horsepower a year.)

"Director Lin, you have reviewed it from front to back. Every improvement suggestion is necessary. Therefore, in total, we need so much money. Although you have introduced a full set of Sulzer diesel engine technology, However, you have not changed the production equipment accordingly, so these equipment have long fallen behind. If they are not updated, your production capacity will not improve." Hikoda Shizuo said.

 They are not just here to inspect, they are also here to sell equipment. If they want to improve their technology and produce more marine diesel engines, they must upgrade their production equipment!

 Although they are here to do business, they do not ask for exorbitant prices. The improvement of every piece of equipment is necessary, and this money must be spent.

"Director Lin, I'll give you one day to think about it. This is just the first stop. Next, we will go to other marine diesel engine factories." Hikoda Jushio said: "If you want to increase production capacity, you must work with us as soon as possible. Sign the contract, after all, the production of these equipment also takes time.”

Hikoda Shizuo has been very busy these days, but the next day will be the most relaxing time for him.

Looking at the other person's back as he left, Lin Bin's face was full of tangles.

 “Inform all middle-level leaders to come to the conference room for a meeting.”

Soon, the conference room was filled with people.

"Everyone, today's meeting is related to the life and death of our factory. Since we separated from the shipyard and operated independently a few years ago, this is our most serious challenge." Lin Bin said.

In the past, they were all mixed together. It was nothing in the era of planned economy. However, with the deepening of market economy, each factory needs to be responsible for its own profits and losses. Even if they belong to the same China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation, they still have to settle accounts between brothers. .

 So, the diesel engine factory became independent. Although it still provided supporting equipment to the shipyard, it had to bear its own risks and benefits.

"Since our factory started producing main engines in 1958, until 1978, for a full twenty years, we have been hovering at a low level. We only produced a total of more than 100,000 horsepower, and some of the main engines were even too poor in performance to be used. It was not until the introduction of the full set of Sulzer diesel engine technology that our products achieved a leap forward. However, the production capacity was still insufficient. Our factory's goal is to produce more than 200,000 horsepower per year, which requires improving our production lines. We invited the famous machine-building **** to take our pulse, and the conclusion has been drawn."

 Speaking of this, Lin Bin glanced at the people present, and everyone's eyes showed anticipation.

 “What conclusion?”

 “That’s right, factory director, please stop being so secretive.”

“We need to invest 500 million to improve our production equipment.”

 With a bang, the conference room exploded.

“Our annual technical innovation funds are only about one million, but now we need 500 million, which is five hundred times! Where can we get so much money?”

“Your math was taught by your physical education teacher, right? Why is it five hundred times?”

“Five hundred times one million, not five hundred million?”

 “500 million U.S. dollars, not RMB!”

"What?"

"What the hell, $500 million, where can we get so much money? Even if we can get a loan, our factory will have to work for the bank in the next ten or twenty years! In twenty years, the money we owe the bank will be repaid. It’s over, our equipment is lagging behind again!”

“Go ahead and dream of your dream. Which bank is willing to lend us US$500 million? The approval process will probably take several years!”

“At most five million, no more, otherwise we simply won’t be able to bear it!”

Looking at the messy conference room, Lin Bin smiled helplessly. He had already guessed this would be the result, but he had no other way!

"Director Lin, Mr. Qin from Mingzhou Shipbuilding Industry Group is here." At this moment, Lin Bin's secretary walked in gently and said in his ear.

Mingzhou, Mr. Qin of the Shipbuilding Industry Group?

Lin Bin was overjoyed: "Quick, invite him over!"

"come over?"

 “That’s right, come to our conference room!”

Qin Tao was in high spirits. When he walked into the conference room, he saw countless pairs of eyes looking at him.

What's wrong? Is there something dirty on my clothes and something written on my face?

"Mr. Qin, welcome to our diesel engine factory for inspection." Lin Bin strode forward: "I'm sorry, because I am having an important meeting, so I can't go out to greet you. Now, please take a seat."

 Qin Tao just came here to join in the fun. He didn't originally intend to make a big fuss, and he was not likely to be dissatisfied because the other party didn't greet him in advance. But now, seeing Lin Bin's attitude, Qin Tao is still very curious.

what happened?

In confusion, Qin Tao refused and finally took the main seat. Lin Bin sat next to him and said: "Mr. Qin, please help us solve the problems in our factory!"

 “What’s the problem?”

Lin Bin quickly explained the problems they encountered in detail.

"Fifty million US dollars?" Qin Tao was also speechless: "Aren't the people from this island country so good at doing business? I'm treating you like sheep to be slaughtered."

"Yes, Mr. Qin, it will be easier when you come here. Can you get us some cheap equipment from Lao Maozi?" Lin Bin said to Qin Tao.

“I get cheap equipment from Lao Maozi?” Qin Tao shook his head repeatedly: “This is impossible.”

If I can get it, then I might as well build a marine diesel engine factory myself and give it to you? Will you give me half of the shares?

Qin Tao couldn't express this complaint, otherwise the atmosphere would be too embarrassing.

"The equipment at Lao Maozi's place is also very backward and may not be higher than ours. Otherwise, Lao Maozi would not have to rack his brains to buy Toshiba machine tools." Qin Tao explained: "The few advanced production equipment they have on hand, It’s not something I can do. Don’t place your hopes on me.”

Qin Tao's words were correct, and the eyes of everyone present dimmed.

"It's a pity, we just don't have money. If we had money, everything would be easier." Lin Bin said: "Back then, both the islanders and the Kimchi people, after introducing the relevant production patents for marine diesel engines, We have eliminated the need for a large number of people to go abroad for training and introduced a large amount of production equipment. In this way, when the personnel return from training, they can directly produce according to the drawings, so what?"

Lin Bin smiled bitterly.

　　After buying the technology back, they were also excited. After the excitement passed, they had to find a way to use the backward equipment at their disposal for production.

 The domestic basic equipment is not good enough, and the processing equipment has poor accuracy and low efficiency. These problems are constantly exposed in production, but they have nothing to do because they have no money!

Lin Bin was in a very low mood when he said this.

"Yes, we can't follow the path of island countries and kimchi countries, but we can tailor things according to our own specific circumstances." Qin Tao said: "As long as we use our subjective initiative, we can still solve the problem. Back then, we were poor and had nothing to do. We have already built the atomic bomb, and now our conditions are much better. How can we bow in the face of difficulties? I have always believed that man can conquer nature!"

Since I’m here, it’s only natural to help improve the domestic marine diesel engine industry.

Qin Tao's words inspired Lin Bin's confidence. He looked at Qin Tao and spoke expectantly again: "Mr. Qin, what should we do specifically?"

Although this is the first time Lin Bin has met Qin Tao, he has already heard some things about Qin Tao. Not to mention anything else, just bringing the Mingzhou Shipyard back to life and towards glory is enough to be admired. Yes.

 Qin Tao is not a big talker, he is a man of action.

 Qin Tao picked up the thick proposal document and began to introduce it.

"I'll just give you some advice. After all, I'm studying shipbuilding, not diesel engines." Qin Tao said, "For example, in order to manufacture large crankshafts better and faster, the islanders' suggestion was to introduce a They asked for a special high-efficiency, high-precision crankshaft processing machine tool. This machine tool costs five million. However, I think this is not necessary. If we install a rotary machine produced in the island country on our existing machine tool for processing crankshafts, The tool holder and corresponding operating system only cost half a million dollars."

 Modify an ordinary machine tool into a CNC machine tool?

 Everyone was excited.

 This seems to be really possible!

“Mr. Qin, will the islanders allow us to do this?” Lin Bin asked.

The people of the island country have a huge appetite, and they offered a sky-high price of US$500 million at one time. Now, if we want to reduce this cost, will the people of the island country be willing?

"We produce diesel engines for civilian use, so we will not face the problem of sales ban. As for whether the islanders agree?" Qin Tao smiled: "Then we must let them know our determination and current situation, let them know, and make some money That’s enough, don’t be too greedy.”

“Mr. Qin, the islanders are here. Can you negotiate with the islanders on our behalf?” Lin Bin asked.

"I represent you?" Qin Tao was a little surprised, I'm just a guest.

"Yes, please help us once. If you are willing to help, then I am willing to give you the position of factory director." Lin Bin said.

He really doesn’t have much confidence in negotiating with those island people. Qin Tao is different. Qin Tao is best at dealing with foreigners!

"That's not possible. I can't occupy the magpie's nest. However, if the islanders are here, I can communicate with them. Then let's do it tomorrow. Tonight, let's sum it up."

 In the guest house of the Diesel Engine Factory.

Hikoda Shizuo is discussing with his companions with great interest.

“If they want to increase production capacity, they must follow our plan, a $500 million civil project, which is a big deal!”

"Sir Yantian, given the situation in their factory, can they come up with 500 million US dollars?" said a companion on the side: "Even if they borrow money and mortgage the entire factory to the bank, it is not worth so much."

"It depends on their superiors. They are vigorously developing the shipbuilding industry. They will never tolerate importing our marine main engines. If they want to expand production, they must transform their production lines and purchase our equipment. ." Hikoda Jushio said: "They don't have so much money for a factory, but as long as their superiors agree, they can come up with so much money. After all, they have never had a real market economy, such a big project , we have to rely on their government to come forward. Tomorrow, perhaps relevant government leaders will come to us."

Hikoda Shizuo was in a good mood. With his reputation as a machine builder, he came here to give guidance on upgrading the production line and gave such a detailed plan. This is definitely an honor for Bincheng Diesel Engine Factory. He is an expert. If he is an expert, they must listen!

the next day.

“Your Excellency Yantian, Director Lin invites you to go to workshop No. 3.”

Hikoda Jushio was a little surprised: "Going to Workshop No. 3? Shouldn't we go to their government agency?"

Although he was surprised, since the other party invited him, he went.

 In Workshop No. 3, a group of people are busy next to a BJ2150 gantry planer.

"Your Excellency Hikoda, you are here, please come here to see." Lin Bin saw Hikoda Shizuo approaching and immediately waved to him and shouted.

Hikoda Jushio walked over and looked at the equipment: "This equipment is of very poor quality. According to the plan I gave you, it must be thrown away and repurchased. What are you doing?"

Hikoda Jutsuo has a very good memory. He can remember it after just one look. This gantry planer produced in 1968 is a key equipment for the factory to manufacture diesel engine parts. You can tell by looking at the year of production that there are no qualified products from that period. This The station is no exception. Its working conditions are extremely unstable. The worst time was when it was shut down for half a year.

So, in Hikoda Jushio’s plan, it was to be repurchased, and this machine was directly sold for scrap metal. But now, these people are busy working on this equipment. What are they doing?

"It's like this. After some analysis, we feel that this equipment can still use waste heat. We only need to modify it. For example, replace it with a hydrostatic guide slide, and then purchase a large milling head to mill it. Planing on behalf of you can not only improve accuracy, but also increase work efficiency by four times. We have checked that even purchasing the best large milling head from you only costs 200,000 US dollars. In this way, we can save hundreds of dollars. Ten thousand dollars of funding.”

Hikoda Jushio's face became ugly. He looked at the people doing the construction angrily: "No, you can't do this! You must purchase a new, separate milling head, and we will not sell it."

Yesterday I was still dreaming about a big order of 500 million yuan. What about today? Was it actually shrunk like this? Hikoda Shizuo was already a little angry.

At this time, Qin Tao, who was directing the gantry planer renovation above, jumped down.

"If the island countries don't export to us, they will buy them from Germany. In fact, when it comes to processing equipment, Germany is top-notch. Even a lot of equipment in the island countries is imported from Germany. We just do it because the island countries are closer to us. They both have yellow skin and black hair, so I feel closer to them."

Hikoda Shitsuo almost spat out a mouthful of blood. Where did this stupid boy come from? Moreover, she could speak fluent island dialect and communicate with him directly. These words were so irritating that he almost lost his temper.

He couldn't refute it. As for industrial processing equipment, the ones made in Germany are indeed excellent!

Hikoda Jutsuo took a deep breath and tried to keep him calm. His face returned to normal, and then he said: "It's okay if you can think of this kind of improvement plan. This project can be modified. The related milling head, We’ll provide it.”

"Thank you for your compliment." Qin Tao continued: "Actually, if we had money, we would also be willing to purchase new equipment. But now, we don't have that much money, so we can only use our own ingenuity and base ourselves on the current situation. If possible, make improvements.”

An ominous premonition arose in Hikoda Shizuo's heart. Do all projects need to be revised?

“Old equipment can become advanced equipment by adding advanced parts and components. Old equipment plus advanced cutting tools is modern equipment, and old equipment plus computers is also modern equipment. Mr. Yantian, what do you think?”

Hikoda Shizuo did not speak.

“It’s not just a matter of poverty, there is nothing we can do.” Qin Tao continued: “We cannot accept the 500 million project improvement plan you proposed. We can only accept it..."

"How many?"

"five million."

 “This is impossible!” Hikoda Shizuo was angry. The 500 million project was actually reduced to 5 million? He turned around angrily and planned to leave here. Huh, five million dollars, even if you don't make it!

However, his movements were slow, and it didn't look like he was really walking.

"Humph, you are a machine-building genius, is this your level?" Qin Tao looked at Hikoda Shitsuo's leaving figure with disdain in his mouth: "Just leave, let's go find Karl Micha, the technical director of marine diesel engines of MAN Company in Germany, another day El, a five million dollar order is not given to anyone.”

"What does Carl mean? His experience in marine main engines cannot be compared with mine. I am the machine builder!" When he heard this man's name, Hikoda Shizuo became angry.

"Then how can you prove your strength?" Qin Tao said: "As long as you can use five million US dollars to complete the equipment upgrade of our factory, then I apologize for what I just said, you are stronger than Karl. "

This is of course a way to provoke the generals. Hikoda Shishio has been shrewd his whole life, and of course he can understand Qin Tao's intentions, but he has no other way.

 500 million is destined to be ruined. Although 5 million is a little less, it is still a business. If you have money, you must make money! It’s better than the cheaper Germans!

"Okay, I promise you, we will provide you with a new plan, but all purchases must be ordered from the island country!" Hikoda Shizuo said.

"certainly."

“Also, don’t mention that **** Carl in front of me!”

"Didn't he just kidnap your son? Do you need to hate him so much?"

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