We took advantage of our trip to Taiwan for Computex 2026 to visit one of InWin’s factories. Much more than just an assembly line, this facility houses a full range of operations—from accounting to design—not to mention a remarkable exhibition space. We’re taking you to Taoyuan, just a few dozen minutes’ drive from Computex.
Machines and People
In this age of automation and artificial intelligence, we expected to encounter a succession of robotic devices—a ghostly warehouse. We’re a far cry from that cliché, and there are several reasons for that.
A Multifaceted Site
First of all, it’s important to note that the Taoyuan site isn’t limited to manufacturing enclosures. It includes—primarily on the upper floors—a series of offices housing a variety of activities. There, we met with the management and executive teams. Among their responsibilities is organizing the factory’s production schedules. The goal is efficiency and productivity, which requires a meticulous division of labor and a production-line approach.
Further on, we quietly pass by a team of accountants whose behind-the-scenes work is essential to the facility’s operations.
As enthusiasts, we linger for quite a while in the design offices, in the company of the brilliant creator of the Aeon. This place is an incredible treasure trove where new prototypes and old chassis at various stages of development are jumbled together. Computer components of all kinds are piled up in an artistic jumble, while the designers are hard at work conceptualizing the InWin cases of tomorrow. You can tell they’re passionate about their work—and a bit playful, as evidenced by this over-the-top ModFree project capable of housing a dozen systems, yet too massive to fit through a door.
At the Cutting Edge
On the technical side, the factory is keeping pace and constantly updating its equipment.
As soon as you walk in, you can’t miss the injection molding machine. It’s used to mold the plastic parts for the chassis. Faster than 3D printing, it’s also quite material-efficient.
We also come across a series of CNC machines, some manual, others remotely operated. Metal is machined there with surgical precision, directly from the solid block.
But this is only the beginning of the ordeal for our metal parts.
They then move on to the laser cutter, followed by drilling if necessary. Drilling can be performed at various points along the production line, either automatically or manually. The operators in charge of drilling are given a specific task and a blueprint, which is generally the same for an entire workday (always with the goal of optimization).
Then there’s the stamping process. To bend or imprint a pattern by deforming the metal, the factory uses enormous presses. Once equipped with the correct die, the press stamps the metal part (such as a chassis panel). Each machine is operated by one or more employees.
Painting and Assembly
At this stage of manufacturing, automation is kept to an absolute minimum. Several employees work in sequence on painting panels, connecting front panels, and packaging. The task is highly repetitive. We therefore asked our guide about the merits of automating this process. He explained that the diversity of the factory’s production—which, incidentally, isn’t limited to InWin cases—makes automation unfeasible for the time being. Indeed, while the employees we meet today perform the same task all day, there’s no guarantee they won’t be working on a radically different chassis tomorrow, which would require different technical skills as well.
Much More Than Just a Factory
The tour ends in the showroom. Here, InWin’s greatest classics—the models that have left a lasting impression over the years—are on display. These are the “InWin greatest hits.” We spend quite a while marveling at the Z-Tower, Yong, and Tou 2.0. This room is a paradise for fans of the brand.
And already it’s time to head back out and dive back into Taiwanese traffic! Much more than just a demonstration of technical expertise, this visit reminded us of the passion and creativity of the people behind InWin’s products. Despite the presence of gigantic machines, people are involved at every stage of production, and that’s perhaps what gives models like the Aeon or the Lifestyle series that undeniable extra touch of soul.
A big thank you to InWin and our invaluable guide, Justin, for the tour.
