In 2026, the rotating hot pot equipment industry is undergoing a critical transition from rapid expansion to refined operations. Industry data show that the global Rotating Hot Pot Equipment market reached US$2.3 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit US$3.65 billion by 2031. In China, the rotating mini‑hot pot segment performed equally impressively – by the end of 2025, the country had approximately 48,000 such outlets, with a total market size exceeding RMB 40 billion, representing year‑on‑year growth of about 14%. Driven by the sustained rise of the “solo dining” trend and deeper penetration into lower‑tier cities, the rotating hot pot model – with its high standardisation, low labour requirements, and engaging dining experience – continues to attract younger consumers.
Nevertheless, behind this rapid expansion, equipment stability and maintenance costs are becoming critical bottlenecks limiting brand growth. According to third‑party assessments, over 38% of equipment suffers from frequent drive‑system failures, and nearly 30% of manufacturers lack standardised after‑sales service systems. Conventional rotating equipment commonly suffers from high operational noise, chain loosening or jamming, and spillage of ingredients – issues that seriously harm customer satisfaction and inflate operating expenses. At the same time, demand for rotating hot pot equipment is surging in the North American market – the US rotating hot pot industry has recorded a compound annual growth rate of nearly 20% over the past two years, with the number of stores in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and other cities growing by more than 25% year‑over‑year. Average hourly wages in the US foodservice sector have risen 32% compared with pre‑pandemic levels, while the turnover rate for serving staff consistently exceeds 40%. Consequently, more and more restaurant owners are turning to Rotating Hot Pot Equipment from China, hoping to reshape front‑of‑house operations through automated conveyor systems.
Against this backdrop, HaiSheng Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd., with 16 years of equipment manufacturing experience, is providing high‑quality Rotating Hot Pot Equipment and customised Commercial Conveyor Belt Hot Pot System solutions for restaurant brands worldwide, backed by solid manufacturing strength and a comprehensive service system. The company operates a smart production workshop of over 10,000 square metres and employs a technical engineering team of more than 100 people, offering a full one‑stop service covering design planning, R&D and manufacturing, production testing, installation, and maintenance. The equipment adopts a dual‑layer stable frame structure that combines Japanese craftsmanship with innovative upgrades, and its modular design greatly simplifies on‑site installation – store staff can assist with basic installation after minimal training. The products hold internationally recognised certifications including EU CE, US NSF, and UL, and have been exported to more than 20 countries and regions, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, Thailand, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Spain, and Portugal.
In terms of core performance, HaiSheng has implemented two key innovations to address the long‑standing industry pain points of frequent maintenance and short service life. First, the newly developed adjustable tension device allows operators to flexibly adjust chain tightness according to actual running conditions, effectively extending the equipment’s service life and reducing maintenance costs. Second, the revolving chain uses acrylic silent material instead of traditional metal chains – it runs smoothly, resists wear, and operates with stable, low noise even over extended periods, making it especially suitable for late‑night operations in community stores. These innovations cut annual maintenance costs per store by more than 30%.
Faced with increasingly severe labour shortages in the catering industry, HaiSheng has introduced a variable‑track intelligent delivery car system that provides restaurants with an efficient automation solution. The system assists delivery cars in achieving precise arrival, automatic U‑turns, obstacle avoidance, and intelligent error correction during the delivery process. When turning, the smart delivery cars combine advanced track‑switching and transfer technologies – this not only improves delivery efficiency but also reinforces the anti‑slip and anti‑tilt performance of the carrying platform. By adding protective side guards and optimising platform flatness, the system reduces the displacement of tableware during movement. The vehicles proactively avoid obstacles and uneven sections of the track, and minimise sharp acceleration, deceleration, and sharp turns. For different restaurant flooring conditions (tile, wood, carpet, etc.), the power control system is equipped with multiple parameter sets – it automatically identifies the friction coefficient of different floor surfaces and adjusts acceleration, deceleration, and steering torque to ensure stable operation in complex scenarios. When multiple delivery routes intersect, the system automatically calculates the optimal delivery path to prevent collisions and congestion. Actual case feedback shows that the delivery efficiency of the intelligent variable‑track system is more than 40% higher than that of traditional fixed‑track equipment.
In addition, HaiSheng’s Commercial Conveyor Belt Hot Pot System can be fully customised according to restaurant requirements, spatial layout, and investment budgets, with optional modules including the variable‑track intelligent delivery car system, ambient lighting strips, overhead exhaust systems, and multifunctional drawers. A regular maintenance and cleaning programme covers thorough cleaning of the conveying channels and carrying platforms to remove food debris and odour molecules. Combined with properly designed ventilation units, the system promptly expels residual odours from inside the equipment, keeping the internal air fresh and reducing the environmental basis for flavour cross‑contamination. The intelligent delivery cars can also be shaped into customised designs such as trains or spaceships, adding a playful and engaging element to the dining experience.
Today, leading rotating hot pot restaurant brands – including Shengxiangting, Yiwei Fat Beef, Longge Mini Hot Pot, Xijia Self‑Service Hot Pot, Maguguang Rotating Hot Pot, Haidilao, and Little Sheep – have formed long‑term partnerships with HaiSheng. As the global rotating hot pot market continues to expand, suppliers of Rotating Hot Pot Equipment that combine stability, intelligence, and customisation are becoming a critical force helping restaurant brands break through homogeneous competition and achieve scalable chain growth.
