Zheng Xiong doesn't know much about soap, soap, and shampoo. Anyway, it has a good effect in removing oil. I also told my family that this is very effective in washing clothes.
The daily episode of Pleasant Goat has become a routine, and Zheng Xiu is also immersed in it. Occasionally, he will show Zheng Xiong a picture album he has drawn. I have to say that when children become interested, their motivation is very strong, and it feels a bit like reading comics.
Zheng Xiu, like all the girls raised in a boudoir, besides learning how to be a female worker, she liked this the most and never tired of it, especially when she received Zheng Xiong's approval, her face burst into laughter.
Another day passed so quietly, and there was no time to reflect, and it was the next day.
Soap can be started. As long as there is oil, it can be made. Just add a few large pots and set up several stoves, and then the soap can be made.
The glass factory was just experimenting with formulas and had very few people, so we called a few people over and started the soap business.
It was very hot outside, and the pungent smell that came out from time to time was very sour. Seeing this scene, Zheng Xiong asked someone to go to the pharmacy to get some simple masks to prevent accidents.
For the whole day, Zheng Xiong didn't go anywhere. When people are bored, they always like to be in a daze. Without any entertainment activities, it can only be so boring. In the meantime, he only signed a few words on the documents that were sent to him.
The saponification reaction was very slow, and a few large pots were used to boil two pots in one day. More than a hundred pieces of soap and several jars of glycerin were obtained, which were solidified in cups. The shape was not very good, and they were neatly stacked in the warehouse.
Wang Zheng was called.
"Have you found the store yet? I've made this soap and I'm waiting to sell it for money. This oil is not cheap."
"Sir, I saw a few today. I think they are a bit expensive, so I plan to see more."
"No, it's more expensive. Make the contract longer, five to ten years. What we want now is speed."
Zheng Xiong didn't have time to argue. This small amount of money didn't matter. Although the cost of soap was high, he could still make half the profit even if he paid for it. The rent is just a small amount, and when you make money, you buy the shop. Real estate speculation will never go out of style. In a few years, this house will definitely not be less than what this lucky man earns from making soap.
"Yes, sir, this will be easy. Today, my subordinate has taken a fancy to a shop. It is on the bank of the Qinhuai River. There is no shortage of tables, chairs and benches in the shop. There are many dignitaries coming and going. However, the price is too high, and I dare not do anything on my own. Claim.”
"That's it. I'll go buy some sundries tomorrow and start selling the day after tomorrow."
"Sir, we need to get a plaque. I don't know how to name it."
You have to think about this carefully. As a name-sitter, you have to think about it carefully.
"Let's call it the Glass Factory Store affiliated to Huimin Pharmacy."
Wang Zheng was confused when he heard this. This name is really novel. Shouldn't he choose a name with a few words that sounds nicer? Take Zhenbao Pavilion for example, but my master has already made up his mind and I don’t dare to say anything.
"Yes, sir."
Zheng Xiong also had his own considerations. It was easy for those with a nice name to cause trouble if they didn't know the details. He just showed off the Huimin Pharmacy brand to make things easier for him.
As a formal government office, it is still somewhat impressive, not to mention the now famous Huimin Pharmacy, which can also divert traffic, killing two birds with one stone. Even though it has a nice name, it can't be used as food.
Zheng Xiong was secretly proud that the name of the specialty store was officially confirmed.
The next day was another day of fishing. I was not in a hurry with the soap. I wanted to see the effect first and make a bunch of them. It would be uncomfortable if I couldn't sell them. The landlord's money was also very tight.
At noon on the same day, the opening was auspicious. Zheng Xiong unveiled the plaque. The brand of the glass factory store affiliated to Huimin Pharmacy shone brightly. With the sound of firecrackers, the store officially opened.
The crowd burst into applause. The scene was very good. Zheng Xiong was very happy. He didn't invite anyone, so he called Li Si and several people from the glass factory. A small store opened. Zheng Xiong didn't have that much style yet, so he invited someone. Play.
It’s just that the people watching the excitement are obviously not the target customers. They come in and see the price and leave. I just slipped away, I really can’t afford it.
The desolation was in sharp contrast to the lively scene just now. Only a few people were still looking at the glass bottles and soap on the counter, pointing.
Zheng Xiong was a little embarrassed, but fortunately, these last few people saved some face for Zheng Xiong.
Zheng Xiong stayed for a while and then left. I was embarrassed and I was thin-skinned. If I didn't leave now, it would be worse.
Leave a hired shopkeeper and a literate doctor in the pharmacy, and let the doctor handle the accounting. At least there is supervision between each other. Leave professional matters to professionals. Zheng Xiong still understands that it is not appropriate for a layman to command an expert.
The shopkeeper was invited by Wang Zheng. Everything was done promptly and he did not shy away from recommending acquaintances. This is understandable in society.
The backyard warehouse of Huimin Pharmacy was renovated, and Zheng Xiong did not go back, so he settled in the glass factory.
"The sun is shining in the sky, the flowers are smiling at me, and the birds say morning, morning, morning, why do you get up so early."
Humming children's songs, it's another beautiful day.
"Sir, this is the ledger from yesterday's specialty store."
Taking the account book from Ergou, Zheng Xiong flipped through it. In the whole afternoon, he was stunned that he had nothing to gain. It was really hard to make money,~~
"Go and tell them that the alley is too dark for the smell of wine. If you put things out, there will always be someone who knows the goods. In addition, you can take out one or two pieces of soap and show them the effect in front of the crowd. I really don't believe it. There are still things that cannot be sold by the Qinhuai River."
Logically speaking, this should not be the effect, but the development of things will never move towards the goal you expected.
It had some effect, but not much. I sold two glass bottles and a few bars of soap in two days.
Seeing the effect, Zheng Xiong didn't worry anymore. He let the bullets fly for a while, and once there were two, one gave birth to two, two gave birth to three, and three gave birth to all things.
In the next few days, business did get much better, but more glass bottles were sold, and demand still exceeded supply. The production is limited, and things are rare and expensive, which makes glass bottles very popular. The glass bottle that looks like one piece is still very popular. Although there are some flaws, the flaws are not hidden. The glass bottle is not very expensive. Ten thousand bucks is just a matter of water for wealthy businessmen and nobles.
After all, there are alternatives to soap, but the price is still a bit expensive. Generally, you buy one piece to see the effect and verify whether it is really worth the money or whether you are taking someone for granted.
The glass factory was officially in action, and the experimental ratios were not dropped. They just increased production, and unique glass bottles became more popular.
Two people were spared to continue making soap to replenish consumption, but Zheng Xiong ignored it.
However, they were required to work a few extra hours every night to make some sulfuric acid and nitric acid. Zheng Xiong did not treat them badly. They were paid overtime for overtime work. It was humane enough.
The employees in the glass factory were full of smiles, and Zheng Xiong was very pleased. There were not many people like him who took the initiative to pay overtime to employees.
Within a few days, the preparation of sulfuric acid and nitric acid achieved certain results. That is, the temperature of the furnace is not high and the sealing of the container is not good. The production of nitric acid is always stuck in a bottleneck.
Zheng Xiong personally provided guidance.
"First pull out a large glass cover, improve the stove, put charcoal in it, and get a blower. Do you know anything about the blower?"
Everyone shook their heads.
"You all know about the hand-cranked bellows when threshing grains, right? It's pretty much the same thing. Bring over a few more iron buckets and try blowing air through the hand-cranked bellows."
"If the temperature in the furnace is not enough, shake it hard."
"Sir, we have this, but it's different from what you described. Please take a look, sir."
Walking closer, there are four blower bags. Among them, there are four booms arranged on the big blower bag, and there is an air duct on the lower right side.
It's a bit embarrassing.
"Why haven't I seen it before?"
"My lord, you may not have noticed that these four air vents are blocked and you may not be able to see them if you glance from outside."
Having said that, there are still some slanderous words. When you come, just stand outside and walk around to see what you can know.
"If the temperature is not enough, add a few more air vents. Otherwise, just blow it hard. It will still be of some use."
Zheng Xiong still said something tough and couldn't help but sigh.
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