Recently, the Shandong production base of LUYI Vehicles was bustling with activity. Upon receiving the departure order, a fleet carrying dozens of LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers slowly exited the park. These customized equipment will be shipped to Guinea via the port, officially joining the construction of the local infrastructure logistics system. At the departure ceremony, the head of LUYI Vehicles' Overseas Business Department stated that the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer is the brand's flagship product launched for the West African market, and this bulk delivery marks the further deepening of LUYI's layout in the West African infrastructure logistics equipment sector.
As the core transportation equipment for a large-scale infrastructure project in Guinea, the LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer underwent in-depth research on local operating conditions during the R&D phase. Located in West Africa, Guinea has both long coastal sections and complex unpaved roads in inland areas. The high-temperature and dusty climate poses strict requirements on the durability of equipment. To address this, LUYI Vehicles has carried out comprehensive customized optimizations on the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer: the tank body is made of rust-resistant high-strength steel, which can maintain intact sealing after a 72-hour salt spray test; the main beam is made of T700/Q345 alloy steel, paired with 16# channel steel side beams, increasing the load-bearing capacity of the entire vehicle by 15% compared to conventional models, fully adapting to the heavy-load requirements brought by the 85-cubic-meter large capacity.
In terms of core configurations, the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer demonstrates strong scenario adaptability. The vehicle adopts a 3-axle heavy-duty load-bearing design, paired with an optional air suspension system, which can effectively cushion vibrations from bumpy roads and reduce material loss during powder transportation. The tires are 12R22.5 all-terrain wear-resistant models, with specially deepened tread patterns that increase grip by 20% on complex road conditions such as gravel roads and muddy roads, ensuring transportation safety. In addition, the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer innovatively adopts a three-compartment tank structure, which can realize the classified transportation of different specifications of bulk powder. A single transportation volume can meet the daily powder demand of medium-sized infrastructure construction sites in Guinea, greatly improving transportation efficiency.
The technical director of LUYI Vehicles revealed that to ensure the stable operation of the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer in Guinea, the brand has established a special technical team. Before leaving the factory, each 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer completed 12 rigorous tests covering braking performance, load-bearing capacity, and sealing effect. In the special test for Guinea's dusty environment, the equipment operated continuously for 100 hours under simulated dusty conditions, and the unloading system still maintained smooth operation. At the same time, the technical team has conducted online training for local maintenance personnel in Guinea in advance, covering daily maintenance skills and common fault diagnosis of the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer, laying the foundation for subsequent equipment operation and maintenance.
The representative of the Guinean customer in this cooperation stated at the acceptance site that the choice of the LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer is not only due to the equipment's high-performance but also the brand's comprehensive service guarantee system. LUYI Vehicles provides a 1-year full-cycle warranty service for these 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers, covering core components such as the tank body, suspension, and braking system. A temporary service center has been set up in Conakry, the capital of Guinea, equipped with Chinese-French bilingual technicians and sufficient spare parts inventory, enabling fault response within 48 hours. "The progress of infrastructure projects is inseparable from efficient and stable transportation equipment. The delivery of the LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer will effectively solve the transportation problems of bulk cement, mineral powder, and other materials in our projects, and is expected to increase material transportation efficiency by 30%," the customer representative said.
From a market perspective, in recent years, Guinea has increased investment in infrastructure, with intensive construction of highways, ports, housing, and other projects, leading to a continuous rise in demand for bulk powder transportation equipment. However, the existing transportation equipment in the local area generally has problems such as small capacity, poor durability, and low efficiency, which are difficult to meet the needs of large-scale infrastructure construction. The arrival of the LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer just fills this market gap. It is understood that in addition to the delivered batch, the Guinean customer has placed an order for a second batch of 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers, which are planned to be used for material transportation in subsequent port expansion projects.
The general manager of LUYI Vehicles said that the popularity of the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer in Guinea is a successful practice of the brand's "localized" R&D strategy. LUYI Vehicles has been deeply engaged in the semi-trailer manufacturing industry for more than 20 years and has provided customized transportation solutions to more than 50 countries and regions around the world. It has formed a mature product iteration system based on the climate, road conditions, and transportation needs of different regions. The breakthrough of the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer in the West African market will accumulate experience for the brand to further expand the African market. In the future, LUYI will also launch more suitable infrastructure logistics equipment according to the needs of different regions in Africa.
In a media interview after the departure ceremony, industry experts pointed out that the bulk shipment of LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers to Guinea not only reflects the strength of China's equipment manufacturing industry but also is a microcosm of the deepening of China-Africa infrastructure cooperation. With the advancement of the "Belt and Road" initiative in West Africa, more Chinese enterprises like LUYI are providing support for local infrastructure development with technological advantages and customized services. As a key equipment for infrastructure logistics, the stable operation of the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailer will help speed up infrastructure projects in Guinea, thereby driving local employment and economic development and achieving mutual benefit and win-win results.
Currently, these LUYI 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers have arrived at the port and are undergoing final inspections before loading. According to the person in charge of overseas logistics at LUYI Vehicles, to ensure that the 3-axle 85-cubic-meter powder tank semi-trailers are not damaged during maritime transportation, the brand has adopted a customized fixed packaging scheme. Special fixing devices are equipped for each wheel and suspension part, and moisture-proof agents are placed inside the tank body to cope with the humid environment during maritime transportation. It is expected that these equipment will arrive in Guinea in 20 days and can be put into use after simple debugging, injecting "Chinese strength" into West African infrastructure logistics.
