On September 7, the 24th Infostone Optical Communication Conference (IFOC 2026) kicked off at InterContinental Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. As a high profile industry event for the optical communications sector, the conference adopted the theme “Light Powers Intelligent Computing, Connecting the Future — Opportunities and Competition Cooperation in the Optical Communication 3.0 Intelligent Computing Era”. It focused on hot track topics including AI computing driven optical interconnection, advanced optoelectronic packaging, ultra high speed optical modules and computing network convergence, gathering more than 3,000 industry elites to explore new industrial opportunities.Xingte Technology, a national level Key Specialized and Innovative “Little Giant” enterprise and local tech firm based in Bao’an District, exhibited its self developed dual Lens automatic coupling machine. General Manager Xie Mingping was interviewed by event host Infostone, sharing innovative practices and industry insights for domestic high end optical communication equipment.
Driven by the AI computing boom, the optical communications industry has entered the Optical Communication 3.0 era. 800G optical modules have achieved mass production, while 1.6T products are accelerating toward commercial deployment. Optoelectronic packaging is rapidly evolving toward higher precision, higher efficiency, higher integration and lower costs. The coupling process for optical devices directly determines the yield and production cycle of high speed optical modules. The co existence of multiple technical routes imposes stricter requirements on the compatibility and stability of automated production equipment. Independent substitution of high end equipment has become a critical topic across the industrial chain.
At the exhibition, Xingte’s dual Lens automatic coupling machine supports both Lens and FA mainstream coupling processes on one single unit. It covers full range high speed optical module production from 400G to 1.6T and adapts to mainstream packaging forms such as COB, BOX and optical engines. Single mode and multi mode optical devices can be flexibly manufactured on the same line, effectively resolving mass production pain points caused by difficult multi process switching.
Equipped with Xingte’s full stack in house visual inspection system and intelligent coupling algorithms, paired with a nanometer grade precision motion platform, the machine completes full process automatic operations: component end face inspection, optical path peak searching, precise alignment, automatic locking, dispensing and UV curing. It delivers positioning accuracy of ±50 nm. Deep hardware software synergy guarantees consistent optical path alignment in mass volume manufacturing. A closed loop process control system enables comprehensive supervision of key parameters such as adhesive layer thickness, flatness and return loss to secure mass production yield. Freely editable process logic supports customized development per client requirements, greatly shortening production line introduction cycles and helping manufacturers cut costs and raise efficiency.
“We do not merely sell equipment to customers; we deliver integrated ‘equipment + process’ mass production solutions,” said Xie Mingping, General Manager of Xingte Technology during the interview. Rooted in Bao’an, Xingte focuses on precision automation equipment and masters underlying core technologies including nanometer grade motion platforms, machine vision and coupling algorithms. Product R&D is oriented toward real world production line pain points. Through in depth co development with leading optical module manufacturers, yield fluctuation and change over debugging challenges encountered in mass production are addressed at the product design stage, ensuring stable operation right after equipment commissioning. The company also provides full lifecycle services including pre sales process evaluation, on site commissioning support and continuously iterated process packages, boosting the independent controllability of the domestic optical communications industrial and supply chain.
Talking about industry trends, Xie commented that AI keeps accelerating technical iteration within optical communications. Multiple technical paths including pluggable optics, NPO and CPO are advancing in parallel. The core industry challenge has shifted from “successful lab based R&D” to “stable large scale manufacturing”. Expectations for domestic equipment have risen from “usable” to “reliable, high performing and on par with imports”. In the short term, Xingte will keep optimizing coupling machine products to support mass manufacturing of 400G 1.6T high speed optical devices. In the medium to long run, the company will conduct pre research on cutting edge directions such as optical engines and CPO, expand automated equipment for key optoelectronic packaging procedures, and work with industrial chain partners to consolidate the manufacturing foundation for optical interconnection in the intelligent computing era.
As a national level Key Specialized and Innovative “Little Giant” enterprise, Xingte leverages the advanced manufacturing ecosystem of Shenzhen’s Bao’an District to push forward domestic substitution for precision automation equipment. Its products serve multiple high end manufacturing sectors including optical communications and precision motors, empowering transformation and upgrading of domestic manufacturing via proprietary technologies. Throughout IFOC 2026, Xingte held technical exchanges with industry peers at its booth to explore cooperation on mass production equipment and customized processes.