THACO INDUSTRIES boosts R&D activities, solidifying “All-in-One” value chain

THACO INDUSTRIES R&D Center

R&D: The driver of business operations

Under its “All-in-One” model, THACO INDUSTRIES offers comprehensive solutions, products, and services, ranging from design, manufacturing, injection molding, welding, painting, and assembly to a wide variety of components, machinery, and specialized equipment. In this ecosystem, R&D stands as one of the three key pillars that serve the “All-in-One” value chain. This function has been an innovation driver by proactively researching and developing products tailored to international standards and customer personalized demands.

Over recent years, THACO INDUSTRIES has prioritized investment in R&D activities, in terms of product development, material research, and testing aligned with the specific operations of its plants and units. The company has successfully designed and launched a diverse array of products across industries, such as: industrial production (production lines, vehicle manufacturing equipment (welding, assembly, painting, drying, surface treatment), jigs, smart manufacturing management systems, and spare parts); agriculture (fruit packaging factories, feed production lines, banana fiber and by-product lines, and agricultural machinery); commerce & services (logistics, storage, and catering solutions); port operations (smart warehousing and eRTG cranes). These efforts aim to optimize operations and deliver practical benefits to businesses across sectors.

Products at the prototype workshop

A large-scale state-of-the-art R&D Center

In early 2025, THACO INDUSTRIES launched a new R&D Center spanning 30,000 square meters with a total investment of nearly $40 million. The facility comprises a Design Center, a Material Research and Testing Center, a Prototype Manufacturing Workshop, and a Multipurpose Hall. It is equipped with cutting-edge experimental and testing systems, including microstructure analysis tools, light transmittance testers, color matching measurement devices for plastics, and fixed coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), alongside advanced design and simulation software such as NX, Hyperwork, SAP2000, Tekla, and Eplan.

With a team of over 1,000 skilled experts and engineers, the center manages R&D activities across the value chain, ranging from market research, product development, material research, design and simulation, prototyping, product testing and refinement.

The R&D Center focuses on developing a wide range of products, including spare parts, production lines, agricultural machinery, and premium furniture, leveraging its competitive advantages. Beyond in-house research, the center collaborates with partners to adopt technologies for client-specific component and equipment designs. Additionally, it explores the application of metallic materials (cast iron, high-strength steel, alloy steel, non-ferrous metals), non-metallic materials (plastics, composites, technical rubber), material and component testing (analyzing materials, properties, durability, working conditions, and environmental impacts) to meet quality standards while optimizing costs.

The eRTG cranes designed and manufactured by THACO INDUSTRIES are installed at Chu Lai Port.

The center is fully equipped to meet customer demands for production lines and equipment of diverse sizes, integrating multiple processes and technologies, as well as high-tech small components. Highlighted innovations include: banana packaging factories (processing 3,500–4,000 banana bunches per day); eRTG cranes (featuring automated control systems and Active Load Control technology to enhance productivity and precision in container handling); robot Beso (a nearly 20-meter-tall robot combining structural engineering, automated control systems, a massive LED display, and AI-based emotional interaction with customers).

Looking ahead, THACO INDUSTRIES plans to expand its workforce, invest in modern equipment, and accelerate the development of new technologies and materials. The company aims to create internationally compliant products, promote sustainable growth, and contribute to innovation and digital transformation initiatives.