Mountains and waters meet, yet parting is inevitable. On October 8, 2023, the closing ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Games was held at the 'Great Lotus.' At the opening ceremony, the digital torchbearer ignited the main torch tower created by Dafen, and the stunning effect felt as if it happened just yesterday. At the closing ceremony, it appeared again as promised, extinguishing the main torch tower in a warm manner. As an official supplier of the Hangzhou Asian Games, Dafen successfully completed its service support tasks for the Games, delivering a satisfactory report for this grand event and for the development of Hangzhou. Currently, the Dafen Asian Games support team has entered an intense preparation phase for the Asian Para Games, working with full effort to ensure the smooth progress of the 4th Hangzhou Asian Para Games. The Dafen Power behind the mechanical artistry of the Asian Games main torch tower: At the opening ceremony of this Asian Games, the breathtaking moment when the 'Qianjiang Tide' main torch tower opened and ignited thrilled countless viewers, pushing the atmosphere of the night to its peak. This main torch tower, which integrates digital technology and mechanical artistry, was meticulously crafted by Dafen. The tower’s bionic mechanical skeleton system, dynamic decoration system, combustion system, and intelligent brain control system ultimately presented itself in the best posture along the central axis of the 'Great Lotus,' creating an Asian Games monument with the concept of 'Raising Waves as Mountains,' igniting the sacred fire of the opening ceremony. "Ignition itself represents 'masculinity' and 'strength,' so during the design process, the 19 columns drew inspiration from Tang Dynasty artifacts with their outward expansion and tense 'beauty of confidence'; using the natural color of stainless steel also incorporates the 'minimalist aesthetics' of the Song Dynasty," said Lin Gang, director of the Hangzhou Sculpture Institute and designer of the main torch for the 19th Hangzhou Asian Games. "Ignition…"
Where mountains and rivers meet, there is always a farewell. On October 8, 2023, the closing ceremony of the Hangzhou Asian Games was held at the "Big Lotus." At the opening ceremony, the digital torchbearer lighting the main torch tower created by Dafeng created the stunning effect felt as if it were just yesterday. At the closing ceremony, he returned as promised, extinguishing the main torch tower in a warm manner.
As the official supplier for the Hangzhou Asian Games, Dafeng successfully completed its service and support tasks, delivering a satisfactory report card for this grand event and the construction of Hangzhou. Currently, the Dafeng Asian Games support team has entered a tense preparation phase for the Asian Para Games, going all out to safeguard the 4th Asian Para Games in Hangzhou.
Created the main torch tower for the Asian Games
The power behind mechanical art
At the opening ceremony of this Asian Games, the stunning moment of the opening and closing of the main torch tower in the "Qianjiang Tides" excited countless spectators, pushing the atmosphere of the evening to a climax. This main torch tower, which integrates digital technology and mechanical art, was meticulously crafted by Dafeng. The main torch tower's bionic mechanical skeleton system, dynamic decoration system, combustion system, and intelligent brain control system were displayed in the best possible form along the central axis of the "Great Lotus," creating an Asian Games monument based on the concept of "building waves as a mountain," igniting the Olympic flame of the opening ceremony.
"Ignition itself embodies 'masculinity' and 'strength,' so in the design process, the 19 columns drew inspiration from the 'confident beauty' of Tang dynasty objects that were expanded and tense; Using stainless steel in primary colors also incorporated the Song dynasty's 'minimalist aesthetics.' "Lin Gang, director of the Hangzhou Sculpture Institute and designer of the main torch for the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, said, "Ignition is not just the act of lighting the torch; it is actually a cultural symbol and representation." "At the lighting ceremony, the moment the main cauldron tower 'blooms' from still to movement became a surprise for the audience.
The tide on August 18th is a spectacular sight unmatched in the world. The Qiantang tide is a rare and magnificent sight in the world, representing the spirit of Zhejiang. The opening of the 19th Asian Games coincides with the tide, using abstract sculptural techniques to shape the tide and solidify it. The main torch tower of the Hangzhou Asian Games is a crystallization of art and technology, with a total height of 19 meters and 19 pillars, symbolizing the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou. Each shape rises from low to high, from far to near, competing to be first, rising and falling, symbolizing the spirit of higher and faster, stronger sports. When lighting the torch, the end is lit first, and the flames surges toward the main torch like a tide, passing on the torch and standing bravely at the forefront!
The torch tower uses a dynamic structure inside and can take on two forms: first, when the "wave" curls, its shape resembles a traditional Chinese auspicious cloud; second, when the "wave" unfolds, its shape resembles the surging tides of the Qianjiang River, ultimately igniting the main torch. The largest frame section uses a 16-segment flexible segment design to achieve perfect arcs and straight line transitions, smooth and elegant.
The main torch tower is installed in the spectator stands, with a load capacity of only 300 kg per square meter. The torch tower device requires "lightness, stability, and accuracy"—it must feel powerful yet lightweight and flexible, withstand typhoon stability, and achieve millimeter-level motion accuracy. "Light" means precise load analysis and calculation for different parts of the body, designed by mechanical structure with gradual reduction steps, greatly reducing overall weight; "Stability" means ensuring that the thin and long torch does not wobble during movement and stretching, using a dual ball screw transmission scheme to prevent deflection or twisting within the structure. "Accurate" uses a high-performance motor to improve mechanical performance, and a high-precision CNC machining center manufactures precision components such as ball screws; Modular design and manufacturing are adopted for fast and precise on-site installation and debugging.
To achieve the best dynamic appearance and texture, dozens of trial productions have developed the ideal mirror-finish stainless steel water corrugated panel. The system's ripples are staggered and orderly, intricate but not chaotic, showcasing a unique aesthetic—shimmering during the day and shining brilliantly at night.
The combustion system uses dual nozzle ignition technology to ensure high safety and waterproofing. Even in level 10 storms and heavy rain, the torch can burn without extinguishing. At the same time, the main torch tower is equipped with a remote fuel pumping system to ensure fuel is safely and stably transported through high-strength custom pipelines.
The main torch tower carries a flame of dreams, igniting the passion of the entire Asian Games. With the lighting of the sacred flame, the "Qianjiang tide" moves from tangible to intangible. The eternal sound of the tide for thousands of years carries the song of river water from civilization on both sides of the river, a powerful cultural voice deeply rooted in the bloodline of the Chinese nation! It is also an increasingly loud new voice of the times! This flame burned throughout the competition, witnessing the athletes' struggle and passion, conveying the friendship and unity of Asian countries.
Build world-class stadiums
The strength of Dafeng behind the Asian Games venues
Not only the main torch tower, but also the competition venues, Dafeng's innovative technology can be seen. Dafeng has provided a series of high-tech systems for the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium: competition lighting system, sound reinforcement system, LED display system, integrated equipment management system, seating, and grandstand systems, fully presenting the exciting Asian Games events. The photo booth in front of the podium is designed and built to high standards, flat, quiet, and sturdy. Adjustable high-transparency PC board railings and a safe, silent slide system not only enhance the viewing experience for VIPs but also protect photographers' safety.
Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center
Hangzhou Esports Center is not only the first professional esports venue in China to meet Asian Games event standards, but also one of the four key venues connected to the Asian Games command center monitoring system, combining both「The features of digitalization, intelligence, and professionalism integrate Dafeng's carefully crafted ten smart venue systems. The core of the venue「Brain"— Digital cockpit, with「A smart network for full sensing」As the data foundation, it monitors and monitors equipment rooms and tag flashing lights in real time, achieving digital perception, control, operation and maintenance, and operation across all scenarios, spaces, and elements.
Hangzhou Esports Center Digital Driving Cabin
Promoting urban development through competitions
The strength behind the city's upgrading
Taking this Asian Games as an opportunity, whether in urban construction or service operations, Dafeng's presence can be seen throughout Hangzhou's comprehensive urban renewal process. In addition to providing intelligent manufacturing of performance equipment, core venue products, and overall solutions for 36 Asian Games venues including the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center and Hangzhou Esports Center, Dafeng also participated in the Hangzhou Asian Games rail transit project, completing the development and construction of dedicated products for 10 metro lines; It also offers high-quality operation management services for the Hangzhou Asian Games Museum, providing comprehensive support in visitor reception, cultural dissemination, technical support, regulatory mechanisms, and publicity support.
Hangzhou Asian Games Museum
As a creator of a better urban life, Dafeng sounded the horn to enter Hangzhou as early as 2001, establishing the Dafeng Hangzhou R&D Center. Over the next 22 years, Dafeng has never stopped understanding and exploring the city. Not only has it created the golden cultural tourism brand "Tonight with Xixi," but it has also operated the Hangzhou Marathon to boost the city's spirit, empower the Hangzhou Asian Games to convey the Olympic spirit, and operate multiple pan-cultural and sports venues such as the Hangzhou Asian Games Museum, Jinsha Lake Grand Theater, and Hangzhou Linping Grand Theater to strengthen the city's cultural development.
Song Dynasty Immersive Drama 'Tonight with Xixi'
Practice the national strategy for the new era
The strength of Dafeng behind the nation's prosperity
As a "leader in implementing national strategies in the new era," Dafeng supports major international and domestic events with top-tier technical standards and professional service spirit, possessing rich experience in providing core technology and empowerment services for world-class conferences and events including the Hangzhou G20 Summit, Xiamen BRICS Summit, Wuzhen World Internet Conference, Beijing Olympics, Beijing Winter Olympics, and the Formula One World Championship. This comprehensive support for the Hangzhou Asian Games further recognizes Dafeng's comprehensive strength.
Beijing Winter Olympics opening ceremony
Over the years, Dafeng has leveraged its comprehensive service and operational capabilities for international events and its professional management of large-scale urban cultural, sports, tourism, and commercial complexes to safeguard and empower major domestic and international events and events, delivering stunning results in every project and making the dazzling and magnificent realm of the East repeatedly the focus of global attention.
In recent years, Dafeng has continuously deepened the breadth and depth of its services, building a diversified industry ecosystem. From urban construction to services for national cultural and sports events, it has spared no effort in exploring and enhancing comprehensive operational service capabilities, empowering urban development and conveying China's strength. As a companion striving alongside the city, Dafeng will continue to empower the cultural, sports, and tourism industry and create a better life!
