VATRAD Group: Designing the Future Since 2003
Founded in Qingdao in 2003, the VATRAD Group has grown into a diversified manufacturing group spanning outdoor gear, graphite materials, workwear, greenhouses and hardware tools.
It's where all begins
The VATRAD Group is continuing to design the future and is constantly driving sustainability forwards with its innovations.
It's where all begins
The VATRAD Group is continuing to design the future and is constantly driving sustainability forwards with its innovations.
It's where all begins
The VATRAD Group is continuing to design the future and is constantly driving sustainability forwards with its innovations.
Our mission: We believe the circular economy is essential to preserving resources and reducing our carbon footprint.
Who We Are
A diversified group, united by one vision
The VATRAD Group, established in 2003, is a diversified entity dedicated to shaping the future through innovation and a persistent commitment to sustainability.
Circular economy first
VATRAD is actively integrating recycled and reused materials into its diverse product range, resolutely focused on increasing this integration through dedicated research and pioneering development.
Ethical sourcing
By seeking out alternative raw materials, refining production methods, and emphasizing ethical sourcing, VATRAD is redefining conventional practices.
Lower carbon footprint
Our overarching objective is to deliver products that are not only durable and highly recyclable but also contribute to a lower carbon footprint.
Diverse portfolio
The Group covers outdoor goods, water sports, graphite materials, workwear, greenhouses, and hardware and tools across six brand divisions.
Factory-direct expertise
Each division operates its own dedicated factory in Qingdao, China, combining specialized manufacturing capabilities with decades of focused effort.
Global perspective
We operate with a worldwide perspective, committed to sustainability and designing the future no matter where you are.
Our Products
What we make
From the trails explored with Plejbona Outdoors to the industrial applications powered by Hifounder Graphite — the VATRAD Group covers consumer, professional and industrial needs across global markets.
Outdoor Outfitters & Gears
Established in 2003, Plejbona Outdoors is a factory specializing in high-quality outdoor outfitters and gears — hiking, camping, trailing, sporting, athleisure, snowing and water sports series.
Inflatable Boats & SUPs
Established in 2012, Aquafarer is a dedicated factory designing, manufacturing and distributing durable, reliable and innovative inflatable boats and inflatable stand-up paddle (SUP) boards.
Greenhouse & Winter Garden
Established in 2020, Sylvahaus is a dedicated factory specializing in sunrooms and glass houses, with a core product line of greenhouses tailored to various needs and preferences.
Graphite Products & Raw Materials
Qingdao Hifounder Graphite brings over 20 years of experience in the application R&D and production of graphite products — molds, mechanical seals, high purity and high carbon graphite.
Workwear & Gears
Established in 2003, Workvigor is a factory specializing in high-performance workwear — high visibility, flame resistance and lab series trusted by workwear brands worldwide.
Tools & Hardware
Richvigor is a dedicated factory with over 20 years of experience in metal forging and casting, delivering durable bench vises and hardware tools for fabrication and general use.
Who We Are
Designing the future, preserving resources
Your trust partner since 2003
From outdoor adventure and water sports to industrial graphite, professional workwear, structural glass houses and reliable tools — each division brings dedicated manufacturing capabilities and a shared commitment to quality and innovation.Founded in 2003
Qingdao Vatrad Group Co., Ltd. has grown into a diversified group encompassing Plejbona Outdoors, Hifounder Graphite, Workvigor, Sylvahaus, Aquafarer and Richvigor.
Sustainability driven
We are actively integrating recycled and reused materials into our product range through dedicated research, pioneering development and a strong sustainability drive.
Durable and recyclable
Our objective is to deliver products that are durable, highly recyclable, and contribute to a lower carbon footprint.
Global Reach
We are spread around the world
Global manufacturing, worldwide reach
We operate with a worldwide perspective, driven by our commitment to sustainability and designing the future.Global footprint
From the trails explored with Plejbona Outdoors to the industrial applications powered by Hifounder Graphite — our brands and solutions touch lives and industries across continents.
Overseas sales network
Sales offices in North America, Southeast Asia, the UK & Ireland and West Europe bring VATRAD closer to customers around the world.
Join our journey
We continue to expand our footprint, bringing quality and innovation to every corner of the globe.
VATRAD at a glance
2003
Founded
20+
Years of Experience
6
Branch Factories
6
Product Lines
Latest News & Insights
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Plebona Outdoors: Two Decades of Outdoor Manufacturing Excellence
With more than 20 years of experience, Plejbona Outdoors is a factory-direct supplier of hiking, camping, trailing, sporting, athleisure, snowing and water sports gear.
Hifounder Graphite: Quality-Assured Graphite Products and Raw Materials
Hifounder Graphite combines 20+ years of application R&D with rigorous QA and QC processes to deliver graphite molds, mechanical seals and high-purity graphite.
Ready to become a VATRAD partner?
Join us on our journey as we bring quality and innovation to every corner of the globe.Contact our overseas sales team today.