Cooka Rapid Partners

Thomas Zhang Technical Pioneer

Introduction

155+ Staff

15

Trusted by industries

200+ products

Thomas Zhang brings 18 years of potentiometer expertise to Cooka Rapid, a testament to his technical mastery.

After graduating from Central South University, he spent 8 years at CTS refining his skills in engineering, quality control, R&D, and carbon materials.

His breakthrough first-generation oil-based carbon technology, marketed for 6 years, won widespread praise.

Since joining Paul in 2019, Thomas’s relentless pursuit of excellence has elevated Cooka Rapid’s innovations, with a forward-looking focus on rapid prototyping and production of not just components but advanced systems, all from our Zhongshan hub

Contributions

Thomas’s ingenuity has revolutionized Cooka Rapid with the second, third and fifth generations of carbon-based technologies, including the oil-free carbon film and third-generation thick film material.

These breakthroughs deliver exceptional long-life cycles and low noise (CRV) performance, surpassing competitors like ALPS in 200K tests.

Leading a team of four researchers with over 20 million RMB in R&D investment.

Thomas is now steering the company toward rapid prototyping and production of comprehensive systems, ensuring our 200+ product series and 155-employee team excel from our 4,700m² facility.

Paul Jolley

Visionary Entrepreneur

Introduction

Expert Leadership Team

Paul Jolley and Thomas Zhang drive innovation with decades of combined experience in microelectronics.

Custom Product Development

We create tailored solutions, including over 200 product series, to meet diverse industry needs.

Our state-of-the-art facility in Zhongshan, China, supports advanced manufacturing and innovative technology development.

State-of-the-Art Facility

Paul Jolley is the driving force behind Cooka Rapid’s global vision, blending over two decades of international business expertise with a passion for innovation.

Hailing from the UK, he has masterfully bridged markets across China and the West, turning ideas into impactful solutions.

His entrepreneurial journey began with a dream to empower creators worldwide, leading him to partner with technical geniuses like Thomas Zhang.

Paul’s strategic insight has positioned Cooka Rapid as a leader in microelectronics, with plans to expand into rapid prototyping and production of not just components but full innovative systems, all rooted in our state-of-the-art 4,700m² facility in Zhongshan, China.