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After achieving success in the textile field, Chen Jia and Chen Jue were not satisfied with the status quo. They always maintained a keen insight into new things. By chance, they discovered the method of refining and making plastics. This discovery was like opening a new business door, allowing them to see unlimited possibilities.

On this sunny day, the study room of the Chen Mansion was filled with various research materials and crude experimental samples on plastics. Chen Jia and Chen Jue sat at the desk, discussing this new discovery with great concentration. Chen Jia picked up a rough plastic sample, with excitement in her eyes, and said first: "Husband, look at this plastic, it is light and has strong plasticity. If we can master its extraction and production process, and use it to make toys, furniture, cups, even tables, chairs, benches, pots, pans, and various simple buckets and basins, it will greatly change people's lives and create a new business field."

Chen Jue nodded slightly, with a look of great interest in his eyes. He picked up the sample and examined it carefully. "My wife, this is indeed a remarkable discovery. If plastic can be widely used in daily necessities, its advantages are obvious. It has a relatively low cost, and the manufacturing process is not as complicated as traditional processes. It can be mass-produced, so that more people can use affordable products. However, our current understanding of plastics is still relatively limited, and the refining and manufacturing processes may face many difficulties."

Chen Jia put down the sample in her hand and said seriously: "My husband, I understand the difficulties. But we can gather talents and people from all walks of life to jointly study and explore. First of all, we must have a deep understanding of the characteristics of plastics and master the key factors such as the ratio of raw materials and temperature control required in the refining process. In terms of production, we should design appropriate molds according to the needs of different products to ensure the quality and practicality of plastic products."

Chen Jue thought for a moment and added, "My wife, you are right. For plastic toys, we must pay attention to safety and ensure that they are non-toxic and harmless and will not cause harm to children. For plastic furniture, we must consider its sturdiness and durability. Although plastic is light, it must also be able to withstand daily use. Cups must be resistant to high temperatures, tables and chairs must be stable, pots and pans must have good thermal conductivity or insulation, and simple buckets and basins must be waterproof and durable."

Chen Jia's eyes lit up, and she said excitedly, "It's great that my husband has thought so carefully. Let's act quickly and gather people who are good at chemical research, mold making, and have experience in the design of various daily necessities to discuss and develop a detailed plan."

Chen Jue nodded in agreement: "Okay, let's not delay any longer. Gather everyone as soon as possible, pool our wisdom, and strive to overcome the difficulties in plastic production as soon as possible."

Soon, a group of experts, craftsmen and designers gathered in the study of Chen's mansion. After Chen Jia and Chen Jue explained their ideas in detail, a chemical researcher frowned and said, "Duke, Madam, the refining of plastics requires precise control of the proportion of raw materials and reaction conditions, which we have not yet fully mastered. In addition, some harmful gases may be produced during the refining process, which need to be properly handled to protect the environment and the health of workers."

Chen Jue thought for a moment and said, "Sir, we can increase our research investment, purchase more advanced experimental equipment, and conduct in-depth research on the plastic refining process. At the same time, we can cooperate with scientific research institutions in various places and learn from their experience and achievements. Regarding the treatment of harmful gases, please discuss with other researchers to find effective solutions."

At this time, a mold maker said, "Duke and Madam, the mold for making plastic products is the key. Different products require different molds, and the molds must be very precise, otherwise the quality of the plastic products will be affected. We need to make durable and precise molds to meet the needs of large-scale production."

Chen Jia said: "Master, please take the trouble to make suitable molds according to the designs of different products. During the production process, you must pay attention to details to ensure the quality of the molds. At the same time, study how to improve the efficiency of mold production and reduce costs."

A designer of daily necessities said: "Duke and Madam, when designing plastic products, we must fully consider the characteristics of plastics and give full play to their advantages. For example, plastic toys can be designed with richer shapes and colors, furniture can be designed to be lighter and more fashionable, and cups can be combined with ergonomics to make them more comfortable to use."

Chen Jue nodded and said, "This is a good idea. In the design process, we should focus on the combination of practicality and aesthetics, so that plastic products can not only meet people's daily needs, but also improve the quality of life."

Everyone took orders and threw themselves into intensive preparations and research.

A few days later, Chen Jia and Chen Jue came to the plastic refining experimental site. The chemical researcher said to them excitedly: "Duke, Madam, after many experiments, we have initially mastered the key technology of plastic refining and can stably extract high-quality plastics. However, in terms of harmful gas treatment, further optimization is needed."

Chen Jia looked at the refined plastic and said with satisfaction: "Sir, we all see your efforts. The treatment of harmful gases is indeed crucial. We must ensure environmental safety and worker health. Keep up the good work, I believe you will find a better solution."

Chen Jue said: "Sir, can we improve the refining efficiency and reduce costs while ensuring quality? This is crucial for our subsequent large-scale production."

The chemical researcher said: "Mr. Guo, we are studying how to optimize the refining process to improve efficiency and reduce costs. We have some ideas and I believe we will make a breakthrough soon."

In the mold making workshop, mold making craftsmen are carefully making molds for plastic toys. Chen Jue looked at the mold that had taken shape and said to the craftsman: "Master, the precision of this mold is very important. We must ensure the molding quality of the toy. In addition, when designing the mold, we must consider the demoulding problem during the production process to ensure smooth production."

The craftsman nodded and said, "Don't worry, Duke. I will strictly control the quality of the mold and fully consider demoulding and other issues in the design."

In the daily necessities design studio, the designer showed Chen Jia and Chen Jue a series of design sketches of plastic products. Chen Jia looked at the design sketch of a plastic table and chair and said, "The design of this table and chair is simple and fashionable, in line with modern aesthetics. But in terms of structural design, its stability must be ensured, and firmness cannot be neglected in pursuit of lightness."

The designer said: "Madam, your suggestion is very important. I will optimize the structure to ensure the stability of the table and chairs."

After a period of hard work, the problem of harmful gas treatment in plastic refining was solved, mold production was successfully completed, and the first batch of plastic products began to go into production.

In the plastic toy production workshop, colorful and cute plastic toys are gradually taking shape. Chen Jia picked up a plastic car toy, examined it carefully and said, "Master, the color of this toy is very bright and the shape is very realistic. But the surface is a bit rough, so it needs to be polished to ensure that children will not scratch their hands when playing."

The production worker said, "Ma'am, we will fine-grind the toys to ensure a smooth surface."

At the plastic furniture production site, workers are assembling plastic tables and chairs. Chen Jue looked at the assembled tables and chairs and said to the workers: "The stability of these tables and chairs is good, but the corners can be rounded to avoid bumps and injuries."

The worker said, "Duke, we will make improvements according to your requirements."

In the plastic cup production workshop, workers are testing the cups' high temperature resistance. Chen Jia said to the workers: "We must strictly test the cups' high temperature resistance to ensure their safety."

The worker said, "Don't worry, ma'am. We will test every cup and only ship them out after they pass the test."

After working day and night, the first batch of plastic products was finally completed. Plastic toys have various shapes, bright colors, smooth surfaces, and are safe and non-toxic; plastic furniture is light and stylish, with a stable structure and rounded corners; plastic cups are high temperature resistant, ergonomically designed, and comfortable to use; plastic tables, chairs, benches, pots, pans, and various simple buckets and basins also have good performance and practicality.

Chen Jia and Chen Jue were delighted to see these works that were the result of everyone's hard work. Chen Jia said, "My husband, these plastic products are amazing! Each one shows the advantages of plastic. I believe they will be popular with the public after they are put on the market."

Chen Jue smiled and said, "My dear, this is all thanks to everyone's joint efforts. We can first set up a special display area in the store to display these new products and invite residents, merchants and potential customers in the city to come and taste them. At the same time, we can increase publicity by holding product display activities and promotional activities, so that more people can understand and accept plastic products."

Soon, Chen Jia and Chen Jue held a new product display event in their store. People from all walks of life in the city responded to the invitation and praised these novel and practical plastic products.

A mother looked at the plastic toys with her child and said in surprise: "Duke Chen, Madam Chen, these plastic toys are so cute and colorful. My child likes them very much. They feel very safe and the price is affordable."

Chen Jia smiled and responded: "Thank you for your recognition. We hope to provide children with toys that are both fun and safe so that they can grow up happily."

A businessman looked at the plastic furniture and said, "These plastic furniture are light and fashionable, and the price is so affordable. The market prospects must be very broad. Duke Chen, Madam Chen, you have discovered a business opportunity again."

Chen Jue said: "Thank you for your support. We are committed to providing high-quality, low-priced daily necessities to the public and hope that more people will benefit from it."

One resident picked up a plastic cup and said, "This cup is very thoughtfully designed. It is comfortable to hold in the hand, and it is resistant to high temperatures and very convenient to use. Duke Chen and Madam Chen, you really care about our lives."

Chen Jia said: "This is what we should do. I hope these plastic products can bring convenience and beauty to everyone's life."

With the praise of the public, Chen Jia and Chen Jue once again achieved great success in the business field with their innovative ideas and unremitting efforts. Their plastic products not only enriched the market choices, but also brought more convenience and benefits to people's lives, becoming another good story in the history of commercial development in Qing State.