Our 8,000+ square meter manufacturing facility in Zigong — the global capital of lantern making — houses 150+ skilled craftsmen specializing in every stage of lantern production: steel framework fabrication, silk and fabric covering, hand-painting, LED lighting installation, and quality assurance. As an ISO 9001 certified Lantern Festival Manufacturer, we maintain strict quality control protocols at every production stage, from raw material inspection to final pre-shipment testing. Our manufacturing capabilities span from small individual decorative lanterns (30cm) to massive multi-piece festival installations exceeding 50 meters in length. We produce over 5,000 lantern units annually for clients in 50+ countries, with an average production lead time of 25-45 working days depending on project complexity. Every lantern we manufacture undergoes comprehensive electrical safety testing, weatherproofing verification, and structural integrity assessment before leaving our factory.
Share your vision, requirements, and budget. We provide expert guidance and initial concepts.
Receive 3D designs, detailed specifications, and a transparent quote within 5-7 business days.
Our craftsmen bring your design to life with premium materials and rigorous quality control.
We handle shipping, customs, and professional on-site installation for a seamless experience.
As a direct Lantern Festival supplier and Lantern Festival factory based in Zigong, we control every aspect of production in-house — from raw steel procurement to final LED testing. This vertical integration means you get factory-direct pricing with no trading company markup, consistent quality across every production batch, and direct communication with the engineers and craftsmen actually building your lanterns.
Our 8,000+ square meter manufacturing facility produces over 5,000 lantern units annually for clients in 50+ countries. The average production lead time is 25-45 working days for standard designs and 60-90 days for fully custom large-scale projects. Every lantern undergoes three quality inspection stages before shipping: structural integrity testing, electrical safety verification, and weatherproofing confirmation.
| Factor | Direct Factory (Zedong) | Trading Company |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Factory-direct, 20-40% lower | Includes 15-30% middleman markup |
| Quality Control | 3-stage in-house inspection, ISO 9001 | Relies on factory QC, no oversight |
| Customization | Direct access to design team & engineers | Through intermediary, slower |
| Technical Support | Direct engineer access, structural calcs | Limited technical knowledge |
Standard designs require 25-45 working days from design approval to shipping. Fully custom large-scale projects typically require 60-90 working days. Rush production is available for an additional fee, reducing lead time by up to 30%. We recommend initiating projects 4-6 months before your planned event date to allow for design revisions, production, shipping, and on-site installation.
Pricing depends on size, complexity, quantity, and customization level. Small to medium displays range from $5,000 to $50,000. Large-scale festival installations typically range from $50,000 to $500,000+. As a direct factory supplier, our pricing is 20-40% lower than trading companies. We provide detailed itemized quotes within 48 hours of receiving your design brief and venue specifications.
Yes, we offer complete end-to-end international service including sea freight shipping, customs documentation, and professional on-site installation by our experienced technicians. We have completed projects in over 50 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Oceania. Installation teams typically arrive 1-2 weeks before opening night and remain on-site through the grand opening.
All lanterns feature hand-bent galvanized steel internal frames, high-quality stretched silk or weather-resistant fabric covering, and IP65-rated LED lighting with DMX control. Materials are treated with waterproof coatings and UV-resistant treatments for outdoor durability. Electrical components meet CE and UL standards. With proper maintenance, outdoor displays last 2-3 event seasons (6-9 months of nightly operation).
