Tianjin 729 Sports Equipment Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tianjin Bohua Chemical Group, is an equipment manufacturer whose products meet the requirements for international Grade A table tennis events.
In 1971, after a four-year hiatus, the Chinese table tennis team returned to the world stage but lost the men's singles and women's team gold medals due to outdated equipment. Following this, the Tianjin Rubber Industry Research Institute undertook the critical task of developing new rubber formulations. By September 1972, they successfully created a sticky rubber that perfectly combined "elasticity" with "friction." This pioneering product was named "Friendship 729," marking the beginning of the brand's illustrious history.
The professional table tennis equipment from 729 has contributed to the success of 64 world champions . Players like Xi Enting, Hu Yulan, Liang Geliang, Shi Zhihao, Tong Ling, Guo Yuehua, Cai Zhenhua, Qiao Hong, Deng Yaping, Wang Nan, and Liu Guoliang have all stood on the world podium with the aid of 729's equipment.
While continuously pursuing technological innovation, 729 has always adhered to the "quality first" philosophy. It was among the first in the industry to obtain ISO 9001 enterprise certification and has implemented an ERP management system, Just-in-Time production, and 5S workplace organization to guarantee high-quality products.
729 is the founder of domestic sticky table tennis rubber. Today, led by the "729" brand, its table tennis product range includes hundreds of specifications across seven major series, achieving comprehensive coverage of the industry. The brand has also expanded into badminton, football, basketball, volleyball, and sports protective gear, gradually transforming from a single-table tennis manufacturer into a comprehensive sports industry group.