Guangdong Galanz Enterprises Co., Ltd. is a manufacturer of electronic home appliances, headquartered in Foshan, Guangdong and founded on 28 September 1978. As of January 2019, Galanz manufactures about half of the world's microwaves.[1]
Over the years, Galanz has expanded its product line to include air conditioners, washing machines, toaster ovens, refrigerators and other home appliances.[2] The company currently has production bases in Zhongshan City and Shunde District of Foshan City and employs over 50,000 people which cover 13 subsidiaries in headquarter, 52 sales offices across China and branches in Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Europe and North America.
History
Founded in 1978 by Liang Qingde, Galanz was originally a company that dealt in the trading of duck feathers.
In 1992, Galanz entered the home appliance industry, letting microwave ovens enter Chinese daily life.
In 1993, Galanz trial-produced 10,000 microwave ovens.
In 1995, Galanz ranked first in the Chinese microwave oven market with a market share of 25.1%.
In 1998, Galanz became the world's largest microwave oven manufacturer with 40% global market share.