# Uding Silicone Coating Line Expansion: 50% Capacity Increase
Uding UDING has completed its silicone coating production line expansion, increasing annual capacity from 2 million to 3 million square meters.
## Background
Rising demand from new energy (PV protection, energy storage), chemical high-temperature scenarios, and specialty applications is driving rapid growth in silicone-coated fabric demand. With its -50°C to 250°C temperature range, B1 flame rating, and chemical resistance, silicone fabric is the premium choice for specialty tarps.
## New Line Highlights
– Fully automated tension control, 30% improvement in surface flatness
– Online thickness monitoring with ±5% precision
– Automated defect detection and marking, 50% faster QC
– Maximum single-roll width: 3.2m
## Customer Benefits
– Lead time reduced from 25 to 15 days
– Bulk order pricing reduced by 8-12%
– Lower minimum order quantity (500m²)
*Published 2026-05-15 · Uding UDING News*
