As the demand for heavy-duty freight in Zambia, Africa continues to grow, Shandong Luyi Heavy Industry from China has recently received a bulk order. A batch of 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers custom-built for the local market has completed production and commissioning and is about to be shipped to Zambia. The 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers to be shipped this time are exclusive models developed by Luyi for Zambia’s transportation scenarios featuring mostly dirt roads and high load requirements. From material selection to functional design, the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers fully meet the actual needs of local logistics companies. This marks a major breakthrough for Luyi’s 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers in entering the African market with high reliability, and also represents a further step in the application of 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers in the field of cross-border heavy-duty transportation.
Great attention is paid to the material selection of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers produced by Luyi. The main body of each 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer is made of high-strength carbon steel, which not only ensures the structural stability of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer but also effectively reduces the weight of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer itself. This allows the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer to maintain good driving performance even when carrying 120 tons of heavy cargo. At the same time, the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer is equipped with 13-ton axles of BPW or Fuhua brands, paired with air suspension or mechanical suspension systems. These systems can automatically adjust the shock absorption effect according to different road conditions, reducing the vibration of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer during transportation and protecting the cargo from damage. This design also makes the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer highly favored in the transportation scenarios of bulk goods such as sand, gravel, and coal.
In terms of functional design, the Luyi 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer fully considers the operational convenience in actual transportation. The 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer adopts a side-tipping unloading method, and the tilt angle of the carriage is controlled by a hydraulic system. It can complete the unloading operation in as fast as 30 seconds. Compared with traditional rear-tipping semi-trailers, the unloading efficiency of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer is increased by 40%, which greatly shortens the loading and unloading time for logistics companies. In addition, the side boards of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer are detachable. When there is a need to transport containers or large equipment, the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer can switch its transportation form simply by removing the side boards, realizing "one vehicle for multiple uses". This flexible feature enables the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer to adapt to more diverse freight needs and further expands the application scope of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer.
From the perspective of market feedback, the Luyi 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer has established a stable customer base in many provinces across China. The person in charge of a Shanxi coal transportation company said: "Our company purchased 10 Luyi 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers last year. After one year of use, the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers have never had any major failures. The average monthly transportation mileage exceeds 8,000 kilometers, and the attendance rate is as high as over 95%. Especially in the icy and snowy road conditions in winter, the braking system of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer responds sensitively, and the suspension system can also well adapt to the slippery roads, which greatly ensures transportation safety." Such positive reviews are not an exception. More and more logistics companies have recognized the quality and performance of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer through practical use.
In addition to the domestic market, the Luyi 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer is also actively expanding its overseas business. Recently, a batch of 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers has been produced and is about to be shipped to Zambia in Africa. To meet the local transportation needs in Zambia, Luyi has made targeted optimizations to this batch of 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers: the tires of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers have been replaced with 12.00R20 all-steel radial tires that are more suitable for African dirt roads, enhancing the wear resistance of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers; at the same time, the support legs of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers have been upgraded to the JOST 28-ton reinforced version, ensuring the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailers are more stable when parked temporarily in the wild. The Zambian buyer said during the inspection: "We compared semi-trailers of multiple brands and finally chose the Luyi 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer. This is not only because the load-bearing capacity and durability of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer meet our requirements, but also because Luyi can provide a 6-year warranty period and professional after-sales technical support, so we have no worries when using the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer."
To further enhance the competitiveness of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer, Luyi is also continuing to carry out technological innovations. The R&D team is testing a new type of lightweight steel, which is planned to be applied to the production of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer. Without reducing the load-bearing capacity of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer, the weight of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer body will be reduced by another 10%, further lowering the fuel consumption of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer. At the same time, the intelligent monitoring system of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer is also being upgraded. In the future, customers can check real-time data of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer such as driving speed, position, fuel consumption, and tire pressure through a mobile APP, realizing remote management of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer and improving transportation efficiency.
The relevant person in charge of Luyi stated that in the future, the company will continue to be market-oriented, continuously optimize the performance and design of the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer, and enable the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer to play a greater role in the field of heavy-duty freight. At the same time, Luyi will also strengthen cooperation with domestic and foreign logistics companies, and customize more suitable 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer solutions according to the transportation characteristics of different industries. This will promote the 4-axle side-tipping semi-trailer to develop in a more intelligent, efficient, and environmentally friendly direction, and help the global logistics industry achieve transportation upgrading.
