Chapter 1308 Work Begins

After receiving Bai Feng's instructions, Geng Zhuzhu went directly to the steam engine production line next to the steam train factory.

After finding Xu Shi and Wei Chun, who were responsible for steam engine production management, Geng Zhuzi explained Bai Feng's previous arrangements.

"So steam engines are now very popular in Yecheng. Hanzhong Hou wants us to build a new steam engine production line as soon as possible."

"You two should start making arrangements now. Whether it's a problem with instruments or craftsmen, you can come to me at any time to solve it."

After Geng Zhuzhu finished explaining, Wei Chun and Xu Shi replied to him one after another:

"Okay, Mr. Geng, we will start building a new production line."

"There is currently no shortage of craftsmen and instruments. The craftsmen in the current steam engine production line are already very skilled. Allocating some craftsmen to the new steam engine production line will not have a big impact on the current steam engine production."

The two briefly reported to Geng Zhuzhu about the situation of the steam engine production line.

"Very good, then we should seize the time to build the second steam engine production line and strive to start construction at the end of this month."

After finally explaining to Wei Chun and Xu Shi, Geng Zhuzhu returned to the steam train factory again and continued to transform the steam train.

"It turns out that the steam engines we produced were very popular in Yecheng. I really didn't expect it before!"

After Geng Zhuzhu left, Wei Chun sighed to Xu Shi.

When Xu Shi heard this, he nodded with the same feeling and said:

"Yeah, now you can make a fortune just by buying steam engines in Yizhou and selling steam looms in Yecheng. I'm a little excited when I hear that, hahaha!"

"Xu Shi, don't be stupid. If you get involved in this matter, your golden job will be gone if the Hanzhong Marquis finds out!"

After Wei Chun heard that Xu Shi's idea was somewhat dangerous, he couldn't help but warn him.

When Xu Shi heard this, he quickly said to Wei Chun:

"I just said casually, even if it was really profitable to resell steam engines, I wouldn't be able to do that kind of thing."

"By the way, it's okay that you and I know this joke. I'm afraid that other people will misunderstand it."

After explaining, Xu Shi also felt that if what he just said reached the ears of Hanzhong Hou, his management position of the steam engine production line would be over.

"Just understand it yourself."

Wei Chun then said to Xu Shi.

Then the two began to summon craftsmen and inventory the steam engine production line equipment.

With the full cooperation of Wei Chun and Xu Shi, the new steam engine production line was completed in just three days.

Then the two of them invited the plowing pillars for inspection and acceptance.

"Well, the efficiency is good. The Hanzhong Hou will definitely be satisfied if he knows about it."

After Geng Zhuzi inspected the new steam engine production line, he was very satisfied with the efficiency of Wei Chun and Xu Shi.

The transformation of the steam train is about to be completed. Geng Zhuzhu believes that Bai Feng will be very happy to hear two pieces of good news in a row.

Wei Chun and Xu Shi were all smiling after receiving praise from Geng Zhuzhu.

For the two of them, the steam engine production line has become extremely familiar.

Both of them are also very proficient in every aspect of steam engine manufacturing.

"Now that everything is ready, let's start work today!"

"When I go and report the situation to Hanzhong, I might even get a reward from you two, haha!"

Geng Zhuzhu smiled at Wei Chun and Xu Shi.

Soon Geng Zhuzi took a carriage to the Hanzhong Marquis Mansion and saw Bai Feng in the study.

"In Hanzhong, the new steam engine production line has been completed and can be put into production today!"

Geng Zhuzi then reported to Bai Feng the status of the new steam engine production line.

"It's just that the craftsmen on the second steam engine production line are now drawn from the first steam engine production line."

"Although it does not affect the output of the first production line, the second production line can only produce one steam engine per day."

After reporting the situation, Geng Zhuzhu explained the problem of insufficient craftsmen to Bai Feng.

When Bai Feng heard this, he smiled happily at Geng Zhuzhu and said:

"Hahaha, we completed the construction of the second steam engine production line in three days. I am so satisfied with this efficiency."

"It's easy to talk about craftsmen's problems. Soon a new batch of students from the school will go to work in the R&D center."

"Just let them fill the vacancies for craftsmen in the second production line. After about two weeks of training, the output of the second production line will be able to reach two units per day."

"Calculated this way, the entire steam engine factory can produce five steam engines a day!"

Bai Feng solved the problem of the craftsmen of the second steam engine production line.

Bai Feng is now quite satisfied with the monthly production of 150 steam engines.

After all, steam engines are still only used in looms.

When steam engines have more application scenarios in the future, the steam engine output of the R&D center will definitely increase a lot.

One hundred and fifty steam engines every month can bring Bai Feng at least three thousand taels of profit.

This still does not include the profit from selling steam engines in Yecheng.

"In Hanzhong, there is also the matter of the steam train. The second test run can be carried out the day after tomorrow."

Then Geng Zhuzhu reported good news to Bai Feng again.

"That's great! Good things come in pairs today, hahaha!"

As expected by Geng Zhuzhu, Bai Feng smiled very happily after hearing the good news.

Because the mine is about to start using nitro/glycerine explosives to mine, there will be no shortage of steel supply in the R&D center in the future.

The laying of the railway can be prepared.

The steam locomotive is now on its second test run, and it can be used directly in the mine in the future. This will also help Geng Zhuzi and others collect more information about the use of the steam locomotive, which will facilitate subsequent improvements.

"Is the test run scheduled for the morning or afternoon the day after tomorrow?"

Bai Feng then asked Geng Zhuzi.

"The test run is scheduled for the morning."

"Well, the morning is good. If there are no major problems with the test run, the steam locomotive can be transported to the mine in the afternoon."

"It just so happens that the railroad tracks at the mine have already been laid."

Bai Feng had previously arranged for Zhang Ning to be in charge of this matter, and the progress of the railroad track laying reported to him by Zhang Ning was also within the plan.

After reporting all the situations of the R&D center to Bai Feng, Geng Zhuzi said goodbye and left.

Bai Feng waited for Geng Zhuzi to leave, stayed in the study for a while, and then went to the mine.

He wanted to see the situation of the railroad track laying in the mine.

After arriving at the mine, under the leadership of Zhang Ning, Bai Feng checked the laid rails and found that there was no problem.