Back to the 80s Machinery Factory

Chapter 563 will most likely be demolished.

"Does everyone know about this?" Chen Luyang asked in a deep voice.

Director Lu shook his head.

He can still distinguish between what is important and what is not.

Everyone has finally settled down here, and they're all working with great enthusiasm.

If people hear this news, that they might not even have a place to stay in the future, then people's hearts will easily fall apart.

"Okay! We'll know about this beforehand, and I'll go to the city later to ask about the situation."

Chen Luyang held the teacup, her expression calming down.

If we don't move, that would be best.

If it's really a done deal, then we need to find a backer as soon as possible to leave the repair shop a way to survive.

Seeing Chen Luyang's expression, Director Lu couldn't help but ask:

"Director Chen, if the transfer station is true, will we still expand our bicycle shed?"

The fire crackled and popped, and the steam rising from the iron stove created a layer of white mist around the edge of the teacup.

Chen Luyang held the jar, not taking a sip for a long time, his eyes fixed on the stove fire, his brows furrowed in worry.

Everything just keeps happening all at once!

Nowadays, the repair shop has become an experimental site for the integration of industry and education by the Municipal Economic Commission and the Municipal Science and Technology Commission, and can be considered "named and recognized".

Even if it really has to be demolished, it should follow the proper procedures and provide an explanation.

We can't just tear it down like we would a small workshop in a hutong.

Moreover, the repair shop is affiliated with a "Peking University research group" and is involved in scientific research projects. If it were to be completely dismantled, Peking University would not easily agree to it.

However, once the West Railway Station is actually set up as a freight transfer point, the situation will be completely different.

No matter how impressive the approval documents or how prestigious the name, it all boils down to being a "temporary project."

Not only will all the money and effort be wasted, but the prestige of the expansion that was painstakingly built up in the early stages will also be for nothing.

"We still need to expand!"

Chen Luyang made up her mind!
Rather than waiting to be passively cut, it's better to promote the expansion before the city makes a final decision.

It would be best to stay where we are.

Even if they can't keep it, they can still use the pretext of expansion and research projects to try and secure a larger, more legitimate piece of land in the city.

After lunch, Chen Luyang and Director Lu walked together to the backyard.

The carport was built against the back wall of the repair shop.

The roof, made of sheet metal and wood, creaked in the wind. Underneath the shed were piles of odds and ends, old tires, and several greasy parts racks leaned crookedly against the wall, looking utterly dilapidated.

Director Lu pointed to the shed and said, "This shed doesn't look very big, but if you tear it down and expand it into a workshop, it can be more than 80 square meters."

"At that time, the experimental framework, repair bay, and parts warehouse can all be put inside."

Chen Luyang sighed: "There's enough space, but it's so expensive..."

"Yes!" Director Lu exclaimed, "The cement, bricks, and steel bars all together would cost at least three or four thousand yuan."

"Plus, hiring workers to build it will cost at least five thousand dollars."

Chen Luyang reached out and patted the rusty iron roof of the carport twice, making a crisp "clanging" sound.

Five thousand yuan can get you a proper workshop, it's a good deal!

Although schoolwork is important, repair shop matters are even more important!

and so……

I'm so sorry, calculus teacher!

On Monday morning, Chen Luyang did not return to school, but instead stood at the entrance of the Municipal Economic Commission's mailroom early in the morning, waiting for Liang Zhongwei.

Unfortunately, Liang Zhongwei had a meeting this morning, which lasted until after 10 a.m.

Chen Luyang then saw a black Hongqi car drive into the compound.

"Xiao Chen? What are you doing here?" Liang Zhongwei rolled down the car window and looked at him with slight surprise.

Chen Luyang quickly went up to him: "Senior brother, I came here specifically to wait for you. There's something I'd like to ask you for help with."

Liang Zhongwei paused for a moment, then nodded, smiled, and got out of the car. Without any airs, he put his arm around Chen Luyang's shoulder.

"Come on, let's go inside and talk."

As Liang Zhongwei walked into the office, he took out his keys to open the door and asked with a smile:
"What, it's Monday today, aren't you going to school?"

Chen Luyang chuckled, "I can learn it, but I also need to take care of the repair shop!"

Liang Zhongwei opened the door and walked into the house while smiling, "Speak, what do you want to see me about?"

Chen Luyang stopped smiling and said seriously, "Senior brother, here's the situation."

“Our repair shop used to be a small workshop for roasting sunflower seeds. We just removed the stove and set up the machines, and that was our factory. If we were just repairing cars, the space would be enough, but if we were to do something serious, there wouldn’t be enough room.”

“We happen to have a carport in our yard, which was originally used by workers and drivers to rest and park their vehicles. I was thinking of tearing down that carport and expanding it into a proper factory building.”

"But that is, after all, a fixed asset of the Municipal Economic Commission. I'm not sure about it, so I came to ask what procedures need to be followed for expansion."

Upon hearing the word "expansion," Liang Zhongwei frowned.

"Your repair shop has only been up for a few months, why are you suddenly thinking about expanding it?"

Chen Luyang quickly explained, "Senior brother, if the factory only did repair work, this space would be more than enough, but the situation is different now."

"I usually repair a lot of cars here, so my workstations are in short supply."

"Moreover, the repair shop is also affiliated with Peking University as an experimental site, and half of the factory building is allocated to them for research projects. The common parts that are produced in normal times also need to be stored, numbered, and organized in a warehouse."

After a pause, Chen Luyang added:

“Last week, a professor from Peking University contacted me and said he wanted to set up a ‘controllable stress loading frame’ in the factory.”

“You know that thing, once the frame is set up, it takes up half a yard. If you really want to squeeze in, all the workstations and warehouses will have to be moved out.”

"Not only will the experiments be delayed, but the car repair work will also be disrupted."

Chen Luyang's voice carried a hint of urgency:

"There's a carport in the yard, and the location is just right."

"I was thinking about whether we could convert the carport into a factory. That way, not only could the experimental equipment be installed, but the repair shop could also keep up with the demand, preventing chaos from both ends."

After listening, Liang Zhongwei frowned: "Isn't there any space at school? Does it have to be placed in the repair shop?"

Chen Luyang said with distress, "Senior, space is even more scarce at school."

"The mechanics department doesn't have many lab rooms to begin with. The large classrooms are crammed with students' lab benches, and even the wind tunnel takes up space on the small playground. The teachers' desks are all put together temporarily. Where is there any extra space?!"

"Moreover, this type of controllable stress loading frame is dynamic and takes up a lot of space, making it very unsuitable for placement in schools."

"But repair shops are different."

“The repair shop is an off-campus experimental site, close to the front line of vehicles. Not only can old parts be disassembled and used as samples at any time, but workers, students and teachers can also meet in the same yard, which makes it easier to advance the experimental progress.” “I see…” Liang Zhongwei frowned slightly.

"Since it's a research project, it definitely needs our support."

"Expansion is possible, but we have to follow the proper procedures. You should write up your application and submit it first, and I'll see if I can help expedite it."

"but……"

Turning the conversation,
Liang Zhongwei paused, his gaze landing meaningfully on Chen Luyang.

"Xiao Chen, it's always good to have a backup plan. You can submit your application, but you can't just focus on your own little corner of the world."

"The area around the West Railway Station is cramped."

"When you have time, you can walk around to the south and west. There are many open spaces there, as well as some semi-idle small factories. You might be able to find a more suitable place."

Upon hearing this, Chen Luyang's pupils instantly contracted!
His main purpose in coming to the Municipal Economic Commission today was to inquire about the freight transfer station.

Now, understanding the implication in Liang Zhongwei's words, he seized the opportunity to ask:
"Senior brother, I heard that a freight transfer station is going to be built in the area around the West Railway Station. Is that true?"

Liang Zhongwei raised an eyebrow and turned his gaze over: "Who told you that?"

Chen Luyang quickly laughed and made an excuse: "Who would tell me these things?"

"I overheard it while chatting with my neighbors, and I don't know if the news is true or false."

Liang Zhongwei waved his hand, seemingly unwilling to say more about the matter.

"These things are just for show; until the official documents are issued, no one's opinion matters."

"However, I still maintain that it's never a bad thing to have a long-term perspective."

After hearing this, Chen Luyang's mind went blank.

Although Liang Zhongwei did not answer directly, the evasive meaning in his words made it easy for people to guess what was going on.

Upon closer reflection, this makes sense.

Liang Zhongwei was, after all, the deputy director of the Economic Commission, and he couldn't just casually reveal internal plans that hadn't been finalized yet.

You've already taken extra care of yourself by clicking this far.

"Alright, go back to class. Don't just stand there. Studying is the most important thing."

Liang Zhongwei smiled and gave his instructions.

"In the next few days, hurry up and submit an application at the school to register the repair shop's research tasks in the 'Scattered Factory Collaboration Network'."

Chen Luyang's eyes lit up: "Can my repair shop really join the collaborative network?"

Liang Zhongwei nodded: "Of course. As long as it's nominally under the purview of scientific research and education, it will be easy for the Economic Commission to handle."

"However, as I said before, once the collaborative network is established, all kinds of factories and workshops will try to squeeze in, and there will be a lot of competition. If you want to gain a foothold, you will have to use your brain more."

Chen Luyang smiled mysteriously and said, "Senior brother, don't worry. Our parts this year are extraordinary; others can't learn them."

Liang Zhongwei was amused by his mysterious appearance.

"What is it? Tell me about it, so I can broaden my horizons."

Chen Luyang shook his head, leaving the audience in suspense: "I can't say now. You'll know when the new thing is made."

Liang Zhongwei looked at his confident expression and said, "Fine, if you don't want to tell me, then don't. I'll see what you've got later."

As Chen Luyang walked out of the Municipal Economic Commission building, the smile on her face faded.

"The west and the south..."

To the west lies Shishan, the territory of Lu Yongqiang and He Dahua. Large factories stand side by side. Although the area is spacious, it is entirely occupied by several large factories and their supporting facilities. It is not realistic for his small repair shop to try to squeeze in.

Although the area to the south is spacious, the railway marshalling yard and passenger station are nearby, making transportation convenient.

But it is, after all, a suburban area, with a large and diverse population, and the factories vary in quality.

But precisely because of this, warehouses, light factories, and semi-idle small workshops are everywhere, and you might actually be able to pick out a suitable place from them.

As for the north and east, forget about it.

There are a lot of universities and research institutes in the north.

It looks lively, but land is extremely valuable, and it's simply not up to a repair shop to get a piece of the land.

The eastern side has more farmland, fewer factories, and inconvenient transportation.

If we really moved the factory there, not only would the school not be able to take care of it, but we wouldn't even be able to get car repair jobs. It's simply not realistic.

Ultimately, the area to the south is where they can settle down.

"Damn... if I had known this would happen, I should have moved further south when I was choosing the location!"

Chen Luyang cursed under her breath and strode toward the bus stop.

Upon returning to the repair shop, Chen Luyang immediately called Director Lu over, closed the door, lowered his voice, and gave a brief account of what he had found out.

He then instructed Director Lu to travel more south when he had time.

If you happen to find a suitable factory building, even an unused warehouse, make a note of it and leave a backup plan for the repair shop as soon as possible.

In short, expansion is the immediate priority, while relocation is a backup plan; we must prepare for both!
After returning to school, Chen Luyang didn't hide anything and went straight to Zhang Diancai, telling him everything about the bicycle shed expansion and the freight transfer station.

Sure enough, Zhang Diancai was stunned when he heard the words "freight transfer station".

"How can they build a freight depot here?! Is this news accurate?"

Chen Luyang said cautiously, "The Municipal Economic Commission did not give me a definite answer, but I estimate that the implication is pretty much correct."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Diancai's face darkened, and his brows furrowed even more deeply.

Setting up a controllable stress loading framework requires a stable space and long-term data accumulation, which is not something that can be done in a day or two.

If you manage to build it with great difficulty, but then the freight station suddenly orders its demolition, all the hard work and investment you've put in will be wasted!

But then I thought, there's no use in being anxious. The key is to see what Chen Luyang plans to do.

After all, the repair shop's location is in their hands, and if we really want to plan for the long term, we have to listen to them.

Thinking of this, Zhang Diancai's eyes sharpened, and he transformed his anger into a demanding question, changing the subject abruptly:
"What are you going to do?"

During their last conversation, Chen Luyang implied that she was plotting against him, trying to shift all the responsibility for the expansion onto herself and make the school and department take the fall.

Now that the idea of ​​a freight transit station has suddenly appeared, Zhang Diancai simply doesn't believe that Chen Luyang doesn't have his own plans.

But to his surprise, Chen Luyang reversed her previous attitude and spoke very clearly:
"I definitely want to expand the repair shop."

Ok?
Zhang Diancai was stunned for a moment, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.

He originally thought that Chen Luyang would be evasive and tentative, making vague statements, just like last time.

Unexpectedly, the other party was so resolute this time, without even the slightest hesitation.

“Teacher Zhang, although I have acquaintances in the Municipal Economic Commission who can help me promote it, my strength alone is ultimately not enough.”

"If we really want to expand the factory as soon as possible, we need you and the department to step in together. Only then will it be legitimate."

(End of this chapter)