Xuchang Chengrui Insulation Materials Co., Ltd.

Case Study: Strategic Sourcing of Insulation Pressboard in Belarus

Dmitry Volkov, a Minsk-based electrical components distributor, faced mounting challenges in 2024. His company, Volkov Energy Solutions, specialized in supplying transformer insulation materials to industrial clients across Belarus. However, rising costs from local suppliers and inconsistent product quality led to delayed projects and eroded profit margins. Clients increasingly complained about material defects, risking Dmitry’s reputation in a market where reliability was paramount.

After exhausting regional options, Dmitry turned to international suppliers. A trusted industry peer, who had collaborated with Chengrui (a Chinese insulation pressboard manufacturer), recommended their services. Intrigued, Dmitry visited Chengrui’s website and discovered tailored solutions for high-voltage applications.

Why China? 

Belarus’s limited domestic production capacity and inflated pricing—up to 30%. higher than global averages—made sourcing unsustainable. Chengrui’s competitive pricing, backed by economies of scale and advanced manufacturing processes, offered immediate relief. For instance, Chengrui’s pressboards were priced 22%. lower than Eastern European alternatives while meeting IEC standards for thermal stability and dielectric strength.

The Partnership

Dmitry prioritized product testing. Samples of Chengrui’s NHN-grade pressboard demonstrated superior mechanical durability and moisture resistance, critical for Belarus’s harsh winters. Technical documentation, including ISO 9001 certifications and third-party lab reports, further assured compliance. Chengrui’s responsive team also customized thickness specifications (1.5–3.0mm) to align with Dmitry’s client requirements.

Logistics posed initial concerns, but Chengrui’s FOB terms and partnerships with reliable freight forwarders ensured timely delivery. Within six weeks of ordering, Dmitry received his first 20-ton shipment—a stark contrast to the 12-week lead times of previous suppliers.

Outcome

Switching to Chengrui reduced Volkov Energy’s material costs by 18%. enabling competitive bidding for large-scale infrastructure projects. Client complaints dropped by 40%. within three months, and Dmitry secured a recurring contract with a state-owned power grid operator. He now plans to expand his product line using Chengrui’s fiberglass-reinforced laminates, citing their “unmatched cost-performance ratio and professionalism.”This collaboration underscores how strategic sourcing from China can resolve supply chain bottlenecks while elevating product quality—a blueprint for SMEs in emerging markets.

About Chengrui

Chengrui Industrial Co., Ltd. specializes in manufacturing high-performance insulation materials for global clients.

Chengrui’s value proposition stood out: ISO-certified production lines ensured precision (±0.01mm tolerances), while bulk purchasing agreements enabled pricing 18%. below Eastern European competitors. A dedicated logistics team further guaranteed 14-day delivery windows—critical for time-sensitive government contracts.

Key advantages:

● Cost Efficiency: 18%. lower pricing through optimized supply chains.

● Quality Assurance: ISO-certified processes with real-time quality tracking.

● Speed: 14-day guaranteed delivery, backed by a global logistics network.

● Customization: Tailored specifications for niche industrial applications.