In recent years, as the global heavy-duty transportation industry’s demand for efficient and durable equipment continues to rise, Luyi Special Automobile Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has continuously deepened its presence in overseas markets. Relying on customized R&D and high-quality production, Luyi has successfully opened a new chapter in the international market. Recently, the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers carefully built by Luyi have completed all acceptance procedures and been officially delivered to core South African customers. This delivery result not only marks Luyi’s breakthrough in the field of overseas heavy-duty transportation equipment, but also makes the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers an important link connecting Chinese intelligent manufacturing with South Africa’s infrastructure needs.
During the R&D phase of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers, Luyi’s technical team fully investigated the local transportation scenarios in South Africa. Taking into account the complex road conditions and high load demands commonly seen in South Africa’s mineral resource transportation, the technicians used high-strength wear-resistant steel to build the main frame of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers. By optimizing the gooseneck structure design, the height of the cargo platform of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers was reduced by 15%, which not only improved the convenience of cargo loading and unloading, but also enhanced the stability of the vehicles during driving. At the same time, in response to South Africa’s high-temperature and dusty climate characteristics, Luyi also equipped the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers with high-temperature-resistant braking systems and dust-proof seals to ensure that the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers can still maintain stable performance in extreme environments.
To ensure that the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers comply with local transportation standards in South Africa, Luyi maintained full communication with South African customers and adjusted detailed parameters according to the personalized needs put forward by the customers. For example, when the customers proposed the need to adapt to the heavy-duty tractor heads commonly used locally, Luyi’s technical team immediately modified the traction connection devices of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers to make the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers compatible with mainstream tractor models in South Africa. In terms of load capacity, the customers required the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers to carry more than 35 tons of mineral cargo. By strengthening the load-bearing structure of the axles and optimizing the suspension system, Luyi finally made the actual load capacity of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers reach 38 tons, far exceeding the customers’ expectations.
During the production process of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers, Luyi strictly controlled the quality of each process. From steel cutting, welding to frame assembly, an automated equipment and manual double quality inspection mode was adopted to ensure that the body structure of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers had no welding defects. In the coating process, Luyi used anti-corrosion and environmentally friendly coatings to provide long-term rust protection for the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers and extend the service life of the equipment. After the production was completed, Luyi also conducted a one-week field test on the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers, simulating complex road conditions such as mountainous areas and mining areas in South Africa to verify the braking performance, handling stability and load reliability of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers. Only after all test data met the standards did Luyi arrange the packaging and shipment of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers.
The successful delivery of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers to South African customers this time not only allowed Luyi to accumulate experience in overseas market services, but also enhanced the reputation of Chinese special automobile brands in the African market. A representative of the South African customers stated at the acceptance site that the design and performance of the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers fully meet the local heavy-duty transportation needs. In the future, the customers will consider signing a long-term cooperation agreement with Luyi to further purchase the 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailers for mineral transportation business. For Luyi, this delivery is an important step in expanding overseas markets. In the follow-up, Luyi will continue to focus on the transportation needs of different countries and regions, develop more customized 4-axis gooseneck flatbed semi-trailer products, and promote Chinese intelligent manufacturing to the global heavy-duty transportation market.
