Sun Fei, founder of Taiwan wire and cable industry

Sun Fei, founder of Taiwan wire and cable industry

Sun Fanmin is a core figure of the Pacific Cable Enterprise Group. He initially operated natural department stores. In 1933 , he established Yongguang Line Factory in Tianjin. In 1948 , he moved to Taiwan. In 1950 , he established the Pacific Wire Factory with Li Yutian, Jiao Tingbiao (wife Chen Shujuan’s younger brother), etc. In 1958 , he was reorganized into the Pacific Wire and Cable Company, a pioneer in the wire and cable industry in Taiwan. In 1966 , Pacific Cargo and Huaxin Lihua Wire & Cable Company were established. Subsequently, Pacific Construction, Yali Electric, Zhongxiao Hydropower, Baocheng Investment and Pacific Leasing were established. And Pacific Laser Optoelectronics and other companies formed large-scale cable enterprise groups, and the production and sales business ranks first in the industry. They attach importance to the introduction of foreign advanced technologies and have successively conducted technical cooperation with relevant companies in the United States, Japan, and West Germany and conducted capital overseas. And technical output, with branches in Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia.

Sun Fanmin was enthusiastic about social welfare. He successively founded Longhua Industrial College, Modern Children's Hospital and Pacific International Business Association. He is well-known in Taiwan's industrial and commercial circles. He was elected Chairman of Taiwan Wire and Cable Association, Standing Director of the General Chamber of Commerce, General Industry Association, Director of the Taiwan Social Work Foundation, etc. Retired in 1986. The right to operate was taken over by his son. The Sunfamin Culture and Education Foundation of Taipei City was established to encourage the students of Guanghan University. He passed away in 1994 and died at the age of 86 .

Sun Fanmin is young and out of school, but eager to learn hard to read, and send in love with words and ink. He is obsessed with calligraphy and diligent practice for many years. His profound accomplishments, representing works, his poetry is far-reaching, deeply appreciated and loved:

A cultivating farmer is half a farm field, and it also depends on heaven for the first time; the rain clears the boat and the wine stands side by side;

Before returning home to the children's play lights, the piano can also play chess and play; in the last three days I still sleep, not a fairy who is a fairy.

His poetic mood is far-reaching and appreciated and loved.

Law and people are good at calligraphy. In 1992 , Deng Xiaoping, the youngest daughter of Deng Xiaoping, met with Sun Famin, and obtained an inscription for Sun Famin on behalf of his father.

In 1992 Sun Fanmin was also received by Wu Xueqian, then Vice Premier of the CPC Central Committee, and Wang Zhaoguo, chairman of the All-China Federation of Trade Unions.

Sun Famin enjoyed his life by doing good deeds. In 1988 , after the Great Yunnan Earthquake, he immediately donated NT$10 million to the disaster area on behalf of the Pacific Group.

3. After Sun Fanmin passed away, his grandson Dao Tsung managed the family business.

Taiwan's Wire and Cable Industry Pioneer Sunfa Civic

Sun Famin, born in Wangdu County, Hebei Province, born on the 10th of the first month of 1908. Father Tiegonggong, mother Antai, has four men and two daughters, eldest brother Fuzhu, third brother Fu Zhi, four younger brothers, and Mr. Second, the name Fuyong, after the name of the people in the world.

Sun Famin's family read the book for the nostalgia and the family, the childbearing training, and the gift of talented parents. He was apprenticed to his relatives and friends at Tubu Cotton Village in Hebei Province, where he was 17 years old. He began to enter the community and continued to work in the province of Fuyuan. former county number Hongye department store clerks, devote themselves to learning, the pursuit of progress. after the number Hongye accumulated experience, their own business in Kanawha County, the establishment of natural department store, and strive to complete goods, and "Introduction fixed price, keeping back and forth " For the call, Prachanda won praise and business has grown from this.

In 1931, the outbreak of the Japanese invasion of China, "September 18" incident, the national feelings of anger, setting off a boycott of Japanese goods climax Sun France and China calm observation, that when our industry is still in its enlightenment, industrial products available in the market, eighty percent It is Japanese goods. If you want to resist the invasion of Japanese goods, you must be able to make it yourself. Then the idea of " industry serving the country " begins to sprout in his mind.

With the preliminary concept of dedication to industry, followed by the choice of what products to manufacture, after several long exams, Sun Fanmin believes that electricity is the mother of industry and originally intended to start a power plant, but the required capital is too large to be considered secondarily. power transmission and distribution wires to need, and decided to develop the wire industry. in 1933 30,000 silver dollars raised enough to set up Yongguang wire factory in Tianjin, inviting technical personnel, assembly machines, continuous test for, and finally pulled out of the Chinese people in 1934 The first electrical line. Soon after the establishment of the factory, it was affected by the " July 7 Incident " . The Japanese occupation of Tianjin, on the pretext of requiring Yongguang's factory to be warehoused, was removed within a time limit. Under the circumstance of being forced to dismantle the machinery, it was temporarily piled on the broken iron sheet outside the south gate of Tianjin. Under the shed, the factory was relocated to Peiping at the end of 1938. However, the machine was dismantled and transported twice. The damage was very serious and it was difficult to re-install it. It was not until 1940 that it was able to resume production.

After barely two years of hardship, the Japanese were again obstructing and the main raw materials such as copper wire, cotton yarn, and rubber were purchased at a definite price. The price payment was not paid and they could not be produced. Then they asked the manufacturers to offer copper and iron to force them. Suo Bian, at the time, if the machine did not move, it was deemed as scrap iron forcibly dismantled. It took great pains to preserve the machine and sent people to look at the door and saw the Japanese special agent to ring the bell and inform the factory to start the machine. , but also save the machine, only to play hide and seek games.

In the early days of victory, there was a lot of waste. Due to the lack of supplies, especially the demand for wires, the supply of Everlight products was in short supply. Having considered the northeast, Shanghai set up a branch factory. After several turbulences, it was decided that the machine was shipped to Taiwan. Start.

After moving to Taiwan in 1948 , the company first set up a factory in Banqiao, still using the Yongguang name, and in 1950 , reorganized and established the Pacific Wire Manufacturing Plant; under the continuous efforts of all employees, it gradually added equipment, expanded production capacity, and introduced new technologies to develop new ones. Products, further cooperate with the country's construction and economic development, and gradually grow steadily, laying the foundation for the future development of the Pacific Wire and Cable Company.

" Founding a solid source " is the business conviction that Sun Fanmin has always adhered to. In addition to the foundation of his career, he spares no effort in the training of technical talents. Sun Famin thinks: " Science is a necessary condition for the development of resources, " and in 1969 , he donated money to establish Longhua. Industrial colleges are dedicated to the training of professionals. Sun Fanmin emphasized that the cultivation of talents should be coordinated with the current social and economic development in order to achieve the optimal situation of talented people. Today, Longhua Engineering has been restructured into a Longhua Industrial and Commercial College in 1989 to cultivate more alumni. With more than 20,000 people, you can really enjoy the world.

Sun Fanmin served as the chairman of Pacific Wire & Cable Co., Ltd. from 1970 to 1986. He was determined to operate, master the decision and direction, and constantly expand the plant and add new equipment. He also worked with Sumitomo Electric Industries of the United States, Western Electric Company of the United States, and Boston Wire Company of the United States. Leading advanced countries such as Philips Dodge Company signed technical cooperation contracts one after another to continuously introduce new technologies and develop new products, making Pacific Wire & Cable Co. the longest and largest manufacturer in the wire industry in Taiwan. On the other hand, cooperating with economic development, and With the increasing demand for electricity, the company produces and supplies various wires and cables, undertakes the mission of transmitting electricity and telecommunications, and contributes to social progress and prosperity.

For the development of the electric wire industry, Sun Famin took both domestic and foreign approaches. In 1966 , Lihua Investment Wire & Cable Co., Ltd. was the chairman of the company. In 1969 , he led the merger with Huaxin Cable Corporation and changed its name to Huaxin Lihua Wire and Cable Co., Ltd., as its managing director. On the other hand, for overseas investment activities, it was first whiped. As early as 1966 , Singapore-based cable company was established in Singapore. Later, in 1971 , Thailand-China wire and cable company was established in Thailand to produce power cables to meet the needs of the Southeast Asian market. .

With the development of science and technology, the demand for wires has increased, and more wire factories have emerged. There is no word of “ brothers in the same industry ” in Sun’s business dictionary. Sun Fanmin’s pleasure in seeing and helping friends put wires into the line is now Most of the employees in the electric wire industry are mostly colleagues of Sun Famin’s previous years or through the advancement of their colleagues. In 1971 , they led the establishment of wire and cable trade unions in the Taiwan region. Among the large families in the wire industry, Sun Fanmin has a copy of his own . but myself, "the mission.

In addition to the scientific and technological undertakings related to the wire industry, Sun Famin set up Longxiang Aviation Equipment Co., Ltd. in Taichung earlier in 1976 , focusing on the development of precision and high-tech industries such as aviation.

In 1978 , three propeller aircraft designed by ourselves were completed and successfully tested in the same year.

Pacific Construction Company was founded in 1969, Sun France and China became the second chairman in 1979, led by Board resolution application for listing, and in just eight months time that is approved for marketing. Under his leadership and management, " enhance the residential quality, and create good living space, the building will be built on the credibility of "business philosophy, founded the flagship for the Pacific construction, Seoul and then with the government on the construction of six-year plan, participate in the construction of public works projects, into another new milestone.

Sun Famin is also very interested in the high-tech industry. In 1983 , he established Pacific Laser Optoelectronics Co., Ltd., which manufactures laser measuring instruments and spark testing machines. The company was renamed as Pacific Optoelectronics in 1991 , adding computer motherboards, and system assembly. Related interface equipment business. Established in the United States in 1983 , Mozo Silicon Electronics Corporation, and set up branch offices in Taiwan in 1986. In 1990 , the head office moved from the United States to Taiwan. The operation is developing smoothly, especially the turnover and profit in the past two years. Outstanding ability to become a wonderful work in the semiconductor industry in Taiwan.

Joint Fiber Optic Communications Corporation is another technology company established by the Sunfa Democracy Institute. Based on the industry's view that fiber optic cable is the future trend of cable development, due to limitations in their respective technologies and capital, it is impossible to set up a larger-scale fiber optic company. Sun Fanmin is the ascendant. One call, United Bank of Communications and Huaxin Lihua, Taipower, Liangwei, Daya, Liuhe and other industries, in 1984 set up a joint optical fiber communications company, and served as chairman.

Sun Fanmin’s first business, the department store industry, has never been forgotten. Every time he visits, he always visits department stores. In 1988 , he established the Pacific Sogo Department Store. As Sun Fanmin has accumulated decades of business experience, The team's efforts to achieve business performance in a short period of time came first in the industry. At present, the branches of the Pacific Sogo Department Store are located on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. From the establishment of a branch company, it can be seen that Sun Fanmin was a business operator. With far-sighted vision, it also shows the unique insights of its operating companies.

Looking at Sun Fatmin's life-long career, he took the wire and cable business as the foundation. Then he began to take root and gradually derived other businesses. In 1986 , under the changing needs of generations, the eldest son Sun Tak-chu took over the Pacific Wire and Cable Co., Ltd. for several years. Lan Huiying, the business is even more development. Mr. Sun Fanmin is trained to read the book carefully, and he thoroughly admires the traditional rituals. He especially cherishes the ethical code of filial piety in China and he often observes the ethics of filial piety and loyalty in China. The old sayings and lessons taught the children and explained them with personal experience. Sun Famin has always been able to absorb and pursue new knowledge in the spirit of " living in the old and learning the old " . He often says " If you want to go to the times, you will only have a new course of study. " Due to his hard work, Sun Fanmin’s concept is always new, and he often uses his insights in his business.

Sun Famin has always been known as a stone old man. Although he lives in high life, he still retains the hearts of the children. He also retires. Sun Fanmin thought: " Life begins only in 70, 80 and does whatever you want ..." Sun Fanmin likes to take photographs. Collection of antique calligraphy and painting, for all kinds of ancient jade, Kistler is more love, and often use the spare time to practice calligraphy. In early 1993 , in the downtown area of ​​Taipei City, Zhongxiao East Road, the fourth paragraph, was broadcast on a computer animation billboard. The words of Jiazhelu, the word of the day, are simple and meaningful, but also reflect Sun Feimin's philosophy of persuading people to cultivate oneself for good.

In addition to his own collection habits, Sun Fanmin pursues the philosophy of " being good and not wanting to be known " and he does not fall behind in public welfare activities. He established scholarships at the Hebei Association of Associations to reward outstanding rural children. In addition, at the end of 1993 , he sold himself to the bazaar. The calligraphy income was set up by Sunfamin Culture and Education Foundation, a financial corporation, which was specially used by poor children for scholarship purposes. On February 2 , 1944 , Ms. Chen Shujuan married in Shanghai. Ms. Sun Xiuwai, Hui Zhong, Wen Gongzheng, Xiang Fujia, diligent and self-motivated, made Mr. Sun Famin He was able to develop his career with all his heart and no worries. Sun Famin was deeply fortified. His family and music, Zhezhe, etc. all worked hard to make progress. Each had his own achievements, and his family rang.

Sun Fanmin pioneered the Chinese wire industry and has recently reached the 60th anniversary. At the beginning of the era of grassroots creation, he persisted in the belief that “ industry service for the country ” under the harsh environment. During the leadership of Pacific Cable, not only did Pacific Wire & Cable become a leader in the industry. Has become a giant in the wire industry, and led the Pacific Wire & Cable Company to expand its reach and other businesses. For example: Pacific Sogo Department Store, United Optical Fiber Communication, Pacific Construction, Walsin Lihwa, etc. Business, making Pacific Wire & Cable Co., Ltd. not only become a well-known enterprise group on the island, but also expands on the international stage under the concept of diversification and internationalization. It contributes a lot to economic development and international construction. Various business areas and Although the directions of development are different, Sun Fomin, the former president of the entire Pacific, is always regarded as a spiritual leader.

Sun Famin has a strong knowledge of the health and physical illness, and has few illnesses. He had consulted for medical treatment because of stomach discomfort two years ago. The condition seems to be ineffective and he still handles his official business as usual. In early December 1993 , Chengdu Commercial Pacific Department Store Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Pacific Department Store Co., Ltd. held an opening ceremony successively. Sun Fanmin attached great importance to the beginning of the cross-strait cooperation. He decided to host the ribbon cutting. Sun Fanmin had his own homeland and spared no effort to promote cross-strait economic and cultural exchange activities. The influence and contribution of private cooperation is profound and huge. However, due to over-exertion of travel, people feel exhausted after returning to Taiwan and seek medical treatment again. During this period of illness, they still read in their hands. Sun Fanmin was ill on May 20 , 1994. He participated in the 60th anniversary of the founding of China's wire industry. After the meeting, he deteriorated his illness and he had no effect. He was postponed until July 7th , and his birthday was 88 .