Chapter 1291
Chief Engineer Li Aiguo, Team Leader Li Aiguo, and Factory Director Yang, whose eyes wi
Just as Li Aiguo returned to the courtyard house.
Leader Teng also sent an electric blanket to the lake.
At that moment, the superior leader was presiding over an important meeting in the conference room.
It wasn't until nightfall that the superiors ended their hours-long meeting and returned to their offices.
Seeing this, the assistant served the food while giving a detailed report about how Leader Teng had sent an electric blanket.
"Oh, Comrade Aiguo, you've come up with something good again?" the superior asked while eating.
The assistant took out the electric blanket: "It's an electric blanket, the latest product developed by Comrade Aiguo and the experts from the First Ministry of Machine Building. As long as it's plugged in, this blanket will keep heating up."
Comrade Aiguo, knowing that you often work late into the night and it's chilly at night, specially asked Leader Teng to bring you some to keep you warm.
"An electric blanket?" the superior asked, pausing his chopsticks.
"Yes." The assistant nodded and then reported the top-secret information that the weather station had sent over a while ago.
According to the comrades at the meteorological station, Comrade Aiguo went to visit the elder brother a while ago.
Seeing that the veterans' families didn't even have decent heating equipment in the freezing cold, I felt terrible. Upon returning home, I immediately set about developing this invention.
Upon hearing this, the superior put down his chopsticks.
"Comrade Patriot has a very high level of ideological awareness! Not only is he technically proficient, but he also always has his comrades in his heart."
The higher-ups were also aware of the situation on the elder brother's side, and were not very satisfied with some of the elder brother's actions.
But it's their business after all, and there's nothing we can do about it.
Now Li Aiguo has done what his superiors wanted him to do.
How could I not be happy?
"Moreover, this electric blanket is also suitable for our frontline soldiers, as the weather is particularly cold on the border."
The superior thought for a moment, and then spoke while eating.
"The things that our patriotic comrades do are never just for show; everything they do is practical and effective."
By the way, I heard that the wind tunnel laboratory he's in charge of is almost finished?
"Yes, the project is progressing rapidly and is expected to be completed soon."
The superior nodded: "I'll go and take a look after it's completed."
After the superior finished eating, the assistant cleared away the dishes and unfolded the electric blanket.
The superior stepped forward and immediately took a liking to the style of the blanket, praising it: "The style is dignified and elegant, and the workmanship is also exquisite."
I never would have guessed that Comrade Aiguo, this big, burly man, was quite knowledgeable about design.
The assistant plugged the power cord into the power source while explaining with a smile.
"Leader, you've guessed wrong. This design was created by Comrade Chen Xueru, the wife of Comrade Aiguo."
She comes from a respectable family of tailors; her skills are excellent.
"Haha, I see! Comrade Patriot's wife is quite formidable too."
The superior laughed heartily.
"It's wonderful that the couple works together and contributes as one! They deserve praise!"
As he spoke, the superior sat down on the sofa and gently covered his legs with an electric blanket.
Not long after.
A gentle, warm current traveled through the blanket to the whole body, dispelling the chill of the night.
"Excellent, excellent, this electric blanket is a great thing. Comrade Aiguo has done a great service again this time."
"Immediately issue the order that the mass production plan for electric blankets must be put on the agenda immediately, with the green light all the way, and there must be no delay!"
"Yes, sir! Mission accomplished!"
The assistant nodded emphatically, feet together.
Early the next morning.
Li Aiguo then received an urgent notification from his comrades at the Ministry of Machine Building.
The mass production plan for electric blankets has been accelerated again, requiring all efforts to ensure production.
Li Aiguo remained remarkably calm in the face of this news.
All preparations for the electric heating workshop are now complete.
As long as the supply of raw materials is sufficient and the workforce is adequate, mass production is not a problem at all.
Li Aiguo directly delegated the specific production scheduling in the workshop to expert Zhao.
He himself was happy to have some free time and devoted his main energy back to the design of large aircraft blueprints.
In my spare time.
Li Aiguo would also take some time to visit the pharmaceutical factory to personally oversee the progress of improvements to the ibuprofen production process.
Since Chen Xi was appointed as the deputy leader of the Li Aiguo First Aid Method Promotion Group.
After traveling to various parts of the country to train medical personnel, Wang Chenglai, the factory director of the pharmaceutical factory, promoted several capable researchers on the spot.
With the detailed process standards provided by Li Aiguo as guidance.
The process improvement work on ibuprofen is progressing quite smoothly, and large-scale production is just around the corner.
Large aircraft, ibuprofen, and electric blankets – three initiatives are being pursued simultaneously.
In the blink of an eye.
Two days passed quietly in the midst of their busy work.
early morning.
The sky was just beginning to lighten.
Residents gradually got up, and the sounds of washing up and clattering pots and pans mingled together, creating a lively and bustling morning symphony.
However, for the workers in the institute who work at the Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill, today is not an ordinary day.
Today is a big day for the Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill's 10,000-ton rolling mill to officially undergo acceptance testing by the expert group from the relevant ministry!
Once the acceptance test is successfully passed.
Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill was like a dazzling "giant satellite" successfully launched on the national industrial front.
This is not only the highest honor for the factory, but also a real benefit.
All workers who participate in this project will definitely receive a generous bonus afterward, and may even have the opportunity for promotion.
Those excluded from the project could only watch enviously from the sidelines.
This is why the residents of the courtyard houses today have such different thoughts and feelings.
Many people hastily ate a few bites of breakfast before hurriedly pushing their bicycles toward the steel rolling mill.
They were afraid of missing the moment to witness history.
The backyard, Liu Haizhong's house.
Liu Haizhong ate a steamed bun while tidying up the materials.
Once the 10,000-ton rolling mill is successfully developed, Liu Haizhong's position in the courtyard house will be in jeopardy.
However, faced with this inevitable trend, Liu Haizhong was powerless to do anything, no matter how frustrated he felt.
He could only sigh inwardly, force himself to compose himself, and go to work as usual.
Seeing Li Aiguo also pushing his motorcycle out, Liu Haizhong asked a question.
"Hey, Aiguo, going to work at the locomotive depot so early?"
Li Aiguo hopped on his motorcycle and casually replied, "I'm not going to the locomotive depot today, I'm going straight to the steel rolling mill."
Hearing this, Liu Haizhong wasn't surprised.
After all, Li Aiguo still holds the title of consultant for the steel rolling mill, and today is a crucial day for the acceptance of the 10,000-ton steel rolling mill. As a consultant, it is only natural for him to go to the site to take a look.
"That works!"
"Let's go to the factory together!"
Liu Haizhong deliberately cleared his throat, making a sound loud enough for the surrounding neighbors to hear.
Clearly, Liu Haizhong was taking this opportunity to announce something to the entire hospital.
Even if you, Yi Zhonghai, really become a deputy section chief and start to rise to prominence today...
Even in this courtyard house, they were still completely overshadowed by Li Aiguo, the chief advisor!
I, Liu Haizhong, am close to Li Aiguo, so don't even think about putting on airs in front of me, Yi Zhonghai!
Li Aiguo saw through Liu Haizhong's little scheme, but just smiled faintly and didn't say anything more, pushing his motorcycle and continuing to walk out.
Before we even reached the central courtyard, we could hear Yi Zhonghai's voice coming from beside the pool.
"Huai Ru, hurry up and clear the dishes!"
Today is a big day for our factory to inspect the 10,000-ton rolling mill!
"You're my apprentice. When we get to the factory, you'd better stay close to me, keep a close eye on things, and learn a lot!"
Qin Huairu slung her canvas bag over her shoulder, and upon hearing this, a look of joy appeared on her face.
If Yi Zhonghai becomes a leader, then her apprentice can also gain some advantage.
As soon as Qin Huairu turned her head, she happened to see Li Aiguo and Liu Haizhong walking side by side.
"You guys are going to the steel rolling mill too?"
Before Li Aiguo could speak, his second uncle chimed in.
"Of course! Aiguo is our steel rolling mill's consultant, and on such an important day, he definitely has to be on-site to oversee things personally!"
Yi Zhonghai was initially a little nervous when he saw Li Aiguo appear.
But upon hearing Liu Haizhong's words, he immediately sneered inwardly.
Pshaw, what kind of consultant? It's just a nominal, sinecure.
This time, an expert team from the First Ministry of Machine Building personally came down to inspect the equipment.
Li Aiguo, you're just a driver at the locomotive depot. Even if you know a bit about technology, how could you possibly get involved?
Today's limelight is destined to be mine, Yi Zhonghai's!
Thinking of this, Yi Zhonghai straightened his back even more and glanced sideways at Li Aiguo.
"Huai Ru, you'd better remember this well."
As workers in a steel rolling mill, we receive wages from the factory, so we must try our best to contribute to the factory and do practical things!
Look at our Factory Director Yang! He was just discharged from the hospital not long ago, but he disregarded his health and led everyone to achieve such a great feat!
This is the kind of role model we should learn from!
Unlike some people who hold the empty title of consultant, occupying a position without doing anything productive!
On the surface, these words were praising Director Yang, but in reality, they were a veiled criticism of Li Aiguo for holding a position without performing his duties.
Li Aiguo was not angry at all; on the contrary, he found it somewhat amusing.
"Yi Zhonghai, judging from your tone, you seem quite confident about today's inspection?"
Looking at Li Aiguo's nonchalant demeanor, Yi Zhonghai felt a strange unease rise in his heart.
But he quickly suppressed his unease, stiffened his neck, and retorted defiantly, "Of course! I'm confident!"
"Hehe, it's good that you have confidence, it's good that you have confidence."
Li Aiguo smiled meaningfully, ignored Yi Zhonghai, and steadily mounted the motorcycle.
With a deep roar, the motorcycle drove out of the courtyard, leaving behind a faint trail of exhaust fumes.
Watching the two walk away.
Yi Zhonghai stood there, feeling for some reason that something was not right.
But I can't quite put my finger on it.
"What nonsense are you thinking? Once the inspection is passed and he becomes the deputy head of the production department, Li Aiguo won't be so arrogant anymore."
"Disciple, stop dawdling, it's time for us to set off! Let's go and celebrate our victory!"
With a wave of his hand, Yi Zhonghai, full of vigor, led Qin Huairu toward the steel rolling mill.
The steel rolling mill attaches great importance to the acceptance of the 10,000-ton rolling mill.
Outside the factory gate.
A bright red welcome banner fluttered in the wind.
The sign above reads, “Warmly welcome leaders from ministries and commissions to visit and guide the acceptance inspection.”
The road from the gate to the steel rolling workshop was swept clean and spotless.
Inside the steel rolling workshop, everyone was on high alert.
Factory Director Yang was already waiting with Team Leader Chen from the rolling mill R&D team and a group of engineers.
Seeing Yi Zhonghai walk in on crutches, Director Yang was in a good mood and greeted him with a smile.
"Hey, Master Yi, you've arrived."
When Yi Zhonghai heard the factory director personally greet him, his old face immediately broke into a wide smile.
"Factory manager, I thought I was early enough, but I didn't expect you to be here even earlier than me!"
Your level of awareness and selfless work ethic are truly exemplary for all the workers in our factory, and I will always strive to learn from you!
The flattery was perfectly timed, and Director Yang was overjoyed, waving his hands humbly in humility.
Seeing this, several of his close associates quickly echoed, saying, "We should learn from the factory manager."
The workshop was immediately filled with laughter, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
It's busy.
Deputy Factory Director Li walked in with several other leaders.
Upon seeing Deputy Factory Director Li, Factory Director Yang's smile vanished instantly. He cleared his throat and adopted the airs of a top leader.
"Comrade Li Huaide, have all the arrangements been made for the work outside the workshop?"
"Everything is arranged. I heard that experts from the ministry will be arriving soon, so I thought I'd come and see if there's anything I can do to help."
Deputy Factory Director Li suppressed his frustration and replied curtly.
"Very good." Director Yang nodded condescendingly and then gave instructions.
"Go and inform the cafeteria to prepare the celebration banquet for lunch."
Once the inspection is successfully completed, we will give the experts from the ministry a proper welcome.
Remember, let Chef Nan Yi personally cook; we must not neglect our honored guests.
"Yes, I'll arrange it right away..."
Deputy Factory Director Li was so angry that he almost ground his back teeth to powder.
Factory Director Yang was clearly treating him like a menial assistant, deliberately humiliating him in front of everyone.
But he could only swallow his anger and turn to make arrangements.
Just then, Yi Zhonghai suddenly cleared his throat and interjected in a sarcastic tone.
"Director Li, you must remember this: our Director Yang has a strong palate and likes Sichuan cuisine. Please ask Chef Nan Yi to add more chili peppers when he cooks."
Sigh, it's just that Sha Zhu isn't at the factory anymore.
Otherwise, the position of head chef for entertaining ministry leaders wouldn't have been available to Nan Yi.
Yi Zhonghai was also waiting for Sha Zhu to be released from the fence so that he could be reassigned to the steel rolling mill.
Upon hearing this, Deputy Factory Director Li abruptly stopped in his tracks, nearly bursting with rage on the spot.
Who do you think you are, Yi Zhonghai?
How dare a mere workshop worker order me around, the deputy factory director, in public?
Just because Director Yang is backing you up, you think you can act all high and mighty with me?!
Just as Deputy Factory Director Li was turning pale, wondering how to retaliate, a commotion suddenly erupted outside the workshop.
"They've arrived! The expert team from the First Ministry of Machine Building has come!"
Factory Director Yang couldn't care less about the celebration banquet at this moment. He immediately led Yi Zhonghai and Team Leader Chen from the R&D team out of the workshop to greet them.
A car came to a smooth stop.
The car door opened, and Zhao, an expert from the Ministry of Machinery Industry, stepped out first.
Upon seeing this, Director Yang rushed forward, bowing and scraping as he extended his hands.
"Oh, Dr. Zhao! I've been waiting for you like the stars and the moon!"
With such a technical expert from the ministry personally overseeing the acceptance process, I feel much more at ease!
I am confident that, under your guidance, our acceptance process will be a complete success!
Expert Zhao is considered a top technical expert within the ministry, so Director Yang naturally has to praise and flatter him.
"Director Yang, you're too kind. We were just following orders and conducted the inspection in accordance with the regulations and procedures of the ministry."
Having worked in the industry for many years, Expert Zhao could easily see through Director Yang's little scheme, so he simply gave a nonchalant laugh.
"That's right, that's right! What I admire most about you is your rigorous and pragmatic work style!"
Director Yang's attempt to be helpful was met with a cold shoulder; his lips twitched slightly, but he still forced a smile.
At this moment, the other experts in the inspection team also got out of the car one after another, and walked into the workshop surrounded by a group of leaders from the steel rolling mill. Yi Zhonghai looked around and did not see Li Aiguo. His eyes lit up and he said, "Hey? Factory director, Li Aiguo is our factory's consultant."
Logically, he should have been present for such an important occasion today, so why is he nowhere to be seen?
After a pause, Yi Zhonghai added, "I saw him and Liu Haizhong coming to the factory together this morning when I went out."
What does it mean to be vicious? This is it! With just a few casual words, Li Aiguo was put on the hot seat.
really.
Upon hearing this, Director Yang's face darkened: "Consultant Li is going too far."
As a consultant for the factory, he provided no substantial assistance during the research and development of the 10,000-ton rolling mill project, which was a key project.
Now that expert Zhao from the ministry has personally arrived, he still dares to be late and not show up!
He's showing no respect for our factory, and even less respect for the leaders of the ministries!
When Deputy Factory Director Li heard Factory Director Yang's overreaction, he knew that Yang was going to use this opportunity to make things difficult for him, so he quickly spoke up to smooth things over.
"Factory manager, since Consultant Li has already arrived at the factory, he must have been delayed by some unexpected situation."
Let's leave him for now and focus on the inspection with Expert Zhao. The important thing is to get down to business.
"Old Li, what can I say about you? As a deputy factory director, how can you excuse someone who has no sense of time and no sense of organization and discipline?"
I'd heard before that you and Consultant Li were very close, but I didn't believe it at first. Now it seems the rumors are true!
Director Yang's words were barbed and pointed, directly dragging Deputy Director Li into the fray as well.
Deputy Factory Director Li wanted to refute this.
But Director Yang was now in the moral high ground, so he could only blush and stammer, unable to utter a word.
Just as Director Yang was feeling smug and preparing to unleash his fury, a tall figure walked in unhurriedly through the workshop door.
If it's not Li Aiguo, then who is it?
Upon seeing Li Aiguo finally appear, Director Yang immediately put on a stern face and displayed the authority of the factory director.
"Advisor Li! What's wrong with you? Don't you know what day it is today?"
How dare you be late! I think you're becoming less and less of a qualified consultant..."
However, before Director Yang could finish speaking, a jaw-dropping scene unfolded.
The expert, who had been looking calm, suddenly lit up when he saw Li Aiguo. He immediately abandoned Director Yang beside him and rushed to greet him.
"Chief Engineer Li, did you bring the documents?"
"Chief Engineer Li?" Upon hearing Expert Zhao's words, Factory Director Yang choked up the rest of his words.
What is your opinion of Li Aiguo, expert Zhao?
And the first thing he said was "Chief Engineer Li"?
What's happening here?
The scene was completely silent.
The factory leaders at the steel rolling mill were also dumbfounded!
We looked at each other. Wasn't Li Aiguo from the locomotive depot? He was just a figurehead at the steel rolling mill.
How did you become the chief engineer in the blink of an eye?
Zhao, the expert, was focused on Li Aiguo and did not notice the reactions of the others.
He pulled Li Aiguo along and headed towards the workshop.
"Chief Engineer Li, you've come at the right time. While we still have some time, let's go to the workshop and take a look at the 10,000-ton rolling mill. As the team leader for the acceptance inspection, could you also offer some suggestions on the acceptance procedures?"
"Team leader!"
The exclamation was even louder than before.
Factory Director Yang's expression changed completely as he stared at Expert Zhao.
"Expert Zhao... you must be mistaken? Comrade Li Aiguo, he..."
Upon hearing this, Expert Zhao stopped and turned to look at Factory Director Yang with dissatisfaction.
"Director Yang, Comrade Li Aiguo is now a specially approved first-class chief engineer of our Ministry of Machine Building!"
As the director of Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill, your rank is indeed quite high.
But when addressing the chief engineer of the First Ministry of Machine Building, you should at least understand the basic respect due to him, right?
Factory Director Yang then realized his oversight and quickly said, "Yes...yes, Expert Zhao's criticism is correct."
But... isn't Chief Engineer Li from the locomotive depot?
Expert Zhao said solemnly, “Although Chief Engineer Li is from the locomotive depot, he is also a comrade of our Ministry of Machine Building. A few days ago, Chief Engineer Li made a significant contribution to his work, and the higher authorities specially approved his promotion to Chief Engineer.”
"Moreover, this time, Chief Engineer Li is representing the First Ministry of Machine Building, serving as the head of the expert group, and personally overseeing the acceptance of the 10,000-ton rolling mill at your Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill!"
"Chief...Chief Engineer?! Group...Group Leader?!" Yi Zhonghai stammered, his eyes almost popping out of their sockets.
He would never have imagined this.
Li Aiguo, a former train driver, has now been promoted to chief engineer!
He couldn't even be promoted to the eighth-grade worker level.
What's even more crucial is that Li Aiguo is not only the chief engineer, but also the leader of this inspection team!
There are many chief engineers, but only one team leader.
This Nima is too scary!
Yi Zhonghai was not the only one who was terrified.
Liu Haizhong, standing at the back of the crowd, was also dumbfounded.
But then, the immense shock turned into ecstasy!
"Aiguo... Aiguo actually got promoted to chief engineer?!"
With Li Aiguo as his powerful backer, what is there for Liu Haizhong to fear from Yi Zhonghai?
As for Deputy Factory Director Li, who was just feeling incredibly aggrieved, he was now so excited that he couldn't even speak.
Good heavens! That's really good heavens!
He originally thought that Director Yang had taken advantage of the opportunity presented by the 10,000-ton rolling mill to completely control the situation in the entire factory.
He had even planned to go to the hospital to "presume to be sick and recuperate" to avoid the limelight.
Now Li Aiguo has actually become the head of the inspection team.
The situation was reversed in an instant!
Things have taken a dramatic turn for the better!
At this moment, the most frustrated, embarrassed, and wanting to disappear into the ground was none other than Director Yang.
At that moment, the smug smile on his face froze instantly, becoming stiff, ridiculous, and laughable.
Chief Engineer! Head of the Acceptance Team!
He was just scolding Li Aiguo for being late, thinking he could take advantage of the situation, but what happened?
That was a slap in the face...
It was making a loud slapping sound, and it hurt so much!
Factory Director Yang is in a very awkward position.
The fate of the 10,000-ton steel rolling mill project was actually in Li Aiguo's hands.
This kid really kept it well hidden.
Meanwhile, Li Aiguo, completely oblivious to all this, smiled and said to Expert Zhao, "Old Zhao, it's getting late. Let's not just stand outside. Let's go into the workshop and take a look at that machine."
"Okay, I'll do as you say, let's go now."
Expert Zhao smiled and nodded, his attitude amiable, his gaze sweeping over the people behind him.
When Zhao's gaze swept over Director Yang, his eyes didn't linger for even half a second.
Those eyes looked at him as if he were looking at an ordinary factory leader, without any difference.
This blatant disregard made Director Yang's already burning cheeks even more embarrassed, as if he had been slapped twice in public.
However, he didn't dare utter a single word.
As a leading technical expert in the Ministry of Machinery Industry, Zhao held a prominent position within the ministry.
Even the top leaders of ministries have to treat him with respect and give him some face when they meet him.
"I really don't know what extraordinary abilities Li Aiguo, this so-called chief engineer, has that make an expert like Zhao, a high-minded and arrogant tech fanatic, take him so seriously..."
Factory Director Yang gritted his teeth inwardly, utterly perplexed.
Soon, Li Aiguo and expert Zhao, along with members of the ministry's acceptance team, entered the workshop.
They left.
The previously quiet scene instantly erupted into a frenzy.
"My God! Did I hear that right? Comrade Li Aiguo... has actually been promoted to chief engineer?! And he's even the leader of this inspection team?!"
"I knew it! Our Consultant Li is definitely no ordinary person!"
In the past, some people gossiped behind his back, saying that Consultant Li didn't even have a proper professional title and was just a figurehead.
Now open your eyes wide and look! He was specially approved as a first-class chief engineer by the Ministry of Machine Building!
"Haha, now our Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill can finally hold its head high! Our mill has its own chief engineer now!"
Amidst the crowd, whispers rose and fell, a mixture of undisguised envy, shock, and, in some, a sour jealousy.
However, it wasn't long before someone noticed something was wrong.
"Hey, you guys think... since Consultant Li is the leader of this acceptance team, is it a sure thing that our factory's 10,000-ton rolling mill project will pass the acceptance?"
"Yes! That makes sense!"
“We’re all from the same factory as Consultant Li, and we see each other all the time. Now that he’s a team leader, how could he not side with our own people?”
"Can't you at least give our factory some face?"
These words immediately eased the tense atmosphere considerably.
On Director Yang's side.
Hearing the whispers of the crowd, the embarrassment and awkwardness on his face turned into surprise.
Yes.
As the head of the inspection team, Li Aiguo couldn't very well deliberately make things difficult for our steel rolling mill in front of so many people, could he?
However, Director Yang was still a little worried and looked at Engineer Chen.
Upon receiving a look from Factory Director Yang, Engineer Chen quickly nodded: "Factory Director, don't worry, we have made arrangements in advance, and there won't be any problems with the acceptance test."
"That's good. As long as we pass the inspection, we'll have achieved great success."
Factory Director Yang straightened his back, regaining his former imposing manner, and walked towards the workshop.
At this time, Li Aiguo had already led expert Zhao to study the steel mill's self-developed 10,000-ton rolling mill.
A 10,000-ton rolling mill, to put it simply, is a super machine consisting of two huge steel arches, several incredibly thick rolls, and a complex pressing mechanism.
The structure looks very simple.
However, the frame must withstand enormous forces without cracking, the rolls must be hard and wear-resistant, and the pressing mechanism must be flawless. Materials, heat treatment, and machining precision must all be taken into account, which is not easy.
The 10,000-ton rolling mill in front of us, which was developed by the steel mill itself, looks quite impressive.
The entire body was painted blue, the two rollers were shiny, and the hydraulic shaft was coated with grease.
On the base at the bottom of the machine, there is also a bronze nameplate with five large characters engraved on it: "Developed by Red Star Factory".
"Chief Engineer Li Aiguo, how about it? Can we start the test now?" Director Yang said with a smile as he saw Li Aiguo circling around the rolling mill.
Li Aiguo stopped, looked away from the machine, and glanced indifferently at Director Yang.
"No rush. Before testing, let's have someone explain the detailed specifications of this machine."
"Huh?" Factory Director Yang was stunned for a moment before he understood what Li Aiguo meant, and waved to Engineer Chen.
"Old Chen is the team leader of the 10,000-ton rolling mill and a technical expert that our rolling mill invited from Northeast China. Don't underestimate Old Chen because of his young age. He is already a level four engineer and has also studied abroad at the elder brother's house."
"Old Chen, you introduce yourself."
"Chief Engineer Li, Expert Zhao, hello both of you." Engineer Chen cleared his throat and began to recite the data fluently.
"Our self-developed 10000-ton rolling mill weighs 7600 tons and is designed with a maximum rolling force of 10,000 tons. A single archway weighs 120 tons and has a maximum opening of 1900 millimeters..."
As Chen introduced the chief engineer, he glanced at the man who was even younger than himself, feeling a pang of jealousy.
He's quite old and only a level four engineer, while others are already chief engineers.
Comparing people is infuriating!
Fortunately, if this project succeeds, I will definitely be promoted ahead of schedule.
However, he did not notice that as he recited a series of data, Li Aiguo's brows gradually furrowed.
The parameters of this thing sound so familiar?
Isn't this just a replica of the old-fashioned rolling mill that the Ural Heavy Machinery Plant over there phased out in the early 50s?!
Expert Zhao asked, "Team leader, what's wrong?"
"nothing."
Li Aiguo couldn't be sure at the moment, so he just nodded and told the steel rolling mill to start preparing for the test.
After Chen and his team completed the preparations, they started the rolling mill.
With a rumbling sound, the rolling mill started to turn.
"How about it? Isn't this voice perfect?" Factory Director Yang said with some pride.
Li Aiguo stroked his chin: "That's it? You've made such a big fuss just to let this 10,000-ton rolling mill run idle and make noise?"
"This..." Director Yang's smile froze instantly, and he was speechless for a moment.
Expert Zhao chimed in at the opportune moment, "Director Yang, the most crucial indicator of whether a 10,000-ton rolling mill has been successfully developed is whether its actual rolling force can meet the design standards."
What's the point of just listening to the sound of the engine spinning idly?
This requires physical testing under standard extreme operating conditions.
"Yes, yes, expert Zhao is right!"
Factory Director Yang's eyes lit up, and he immediately seized the opportunity to say, "However... our factory is not currently equipped with such high-precision pressure sensors, so we can't directly read the rolling force data."
"How about this, we use the steel already in the factory to conduct a standard steel rolling experiment? What do you think?"
As Director Yang spoke, he secretly rejoiced.
He had anticipated this move!
Use the steel provided by the factory for testing?
There are just too many places in there where you could tamper with things!
Young man, you're too green to mess with me.
Just then, Li Aiguo spoke up.
"Old Zhao, when I was inspecting the old brother's place a while ago, I had an in-depth discussion with a senior mechanical expert from their Ural plant about the extreme testing methods for high-tonnage rolling mills."
It uses a very basic testing method: the cast steel ingot limit test!
"Steel ingots?" Expert Zhao was slightly taken aback.
“Yes, the deformation resistance of a standard carbon cast steel ingot is known. By measuring the amount of deformation of the ingot after passing through the rolling mill, we can know the strength of the rolling mill,” Li Aiguo explained.
Upon hearing this, Expert Zhao's eyes immediately lit up.
Rolling mills were originally designed for rolling steel.
This method may seem clumsy, but it is the most practical.
Expert Zhao asked a team member to bring paper and pen, and then did some calculations.
"A standard 400x400 carbon cast steel ingot, after being subjected to rolling of 10,000 tons, will be compressed to less than 300 millimeters."
"Well."
Li Aiguo turned to Deputy Factory Director Li and said, "Factory Director Li, please go to the factory's warehouse right now and find me a standard 400x400 mm carbon steel ingot! Remember, it must be at room temperature, no heating allowed!"
"Oh? Oh! Okay! I'll go right away!"
Although Deputy Factory Director Li didn't quite understand the technical principles behind it.
But he knew that Li Aiguo must have his reasons for making such an arrangement!
He turned to leave.
"and many more!"
Factory Director Yang's expression changed. He stepped forward and stopped Deputy Factory Director Li, saying to Li Aiguo, "Chief Engineer Li, our acceptance process has already been established. Shouldn't we follow the process?"
Li Aiguo walked up to him and said coldly, "Director Yang, are you trying to teach me how to do things? I'm asking you, who is the leader of this inspection team today, you or me?!"
boom!
These words struck Director Yang like a heavy hammer blow.
Factory Director Yang opened his mouth, but couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal.
Seeing this, Deputy Factory Director Li felt a surge of satisfaction!
Taking advantage of the moment when Director Yang was stunned, he went straight past him and ran out of the workshop.
A moment later, several workers pushed a standard 400x400 mm carbon cast steel ingot into the workshop.
Li Aiguo pointed at the steel ingot: "Load the material! Test!"
(End of this chapter)