Today, DEAR Air Separation grandly held an award ceremony for projects supported by its Science and Innovation Fund, recognizing employees who have made outstanding contributions in technological innovation. Li Yongwei, an intern from the Equipment Manufacturing Plant, received the first prize for his participation in designing a smart electrical box assembly line. This recognition fully demonstrates DEAR Air Separation's emphasis on and encouragement of innovation, as well as its open, inclusive, and supportive attitude toward newcomers.
It is reported that DEAR Air Separation established the Science and Innovation Fund in 2023, with an annual investment of 1 million yuan, focusing on rewarding individuals or teams who propose innovative solutions in process improvement, product development, management optimization, and other areas and successfully implement them.
General Manager Wu Di presided over the meeting and emphasized that the Science and Innovation Fund will long adhere to the principle of "breaking conventionality to nurture talent." Regardless of seniority, any employee who can create value for the company is eligible for fund support. Innovation should cover all positions and levels, fostering a company-wide atmosphere of innovation.
Deputy General Manager He Donglin, who also serves as Dean of the Design and Research Institute, shared his insights on innovation during the meeting. Using his own patented inventions as examples, he encouraged all employees to actively engage in innovative practices.
Li Yongwei, from the Equipment Manufacturing Plant, is a recent graduate specializing in electronic automation. During his internship, he keenly identified productivity issues in the electronic instrumentation installation workshop. Applying his professional knowledge and under the guidance of Chairwoman Hai, Chairman He, and Bao Jianxi, Director of the Equipment Manufacturing Plant, he took the initiative to design a smart electrical box assembly line. At the ceremony, Li Yongwei detailed the design, implementation process, and practical application effects of the production line, earning unanimous recognition from company leadership and a 10,000-yuan innovation award.
Chairwoman Hai Xia personally presented the award and certificate to Li Yongwei and delivered a speech. She stated, "Li Yongwei, during his internship, immersed himself in the frontline, proactively identified problems, and solved them, fully demonstrating the innovative vitality and sense of responsibility of young employees. The company established the Science and Innovation Fund precisely to unleash the innovative potential of all employees and turn more 'golden ideas' into 'golden fruits' that drive the company's development."
Finally, Chairman He pointed out, "Innovation is the core driving force for DEAR Air Separation's sustainable and steady development." He shared the company's "Four New Laws" for enterprise development—new development, new products, new ideas, and new models—and emphasized that "without these four elements, an enterprise will eventually be eliminated by the market." He particularly highlighted that industrial manufacturing enterprises must always adhere to technological innovation.
Chairman He always cares deeply for employees and is deeply impressed by the innovative ideas proposed by various departments and employees in their daily work. He stressed that the company will always maintain an open and inclusive attitude, provide more practical opportunities for employees, allow reasonable mistakes during the innovation process, and encourage everyone to actively apply for science and innovation projects and promote their implementation. He also encouraged employees to integrate innovative thinking into their daily work and life, always maintaining a mindset of exploration and breakthrough.
Chairman He's speech deeply moved the employees present, igniting high enthusiasm for work and innovation.
This award ceremony not only encourages the innovative achievements of newcomer Li Yongwei but also marks a solid step forward for DEAR Air Separation in building an innovative enterprise. With the continuous advancement of the Science and Innovation Fund policy, more "innovation stars" like Li Yongwei are expected to emerge in the future, injecting continuous vitality into the company's high-quality development.
