XCMG: A Decade of Success in Dump Truck Manufacturing

XCMG, one of China's largest construction machinery manufacturers, has a remarkable success story in the production of dump trucks. Since 2011, the domestic heavy truck industry has been in a downturn, with fierce competition in the conventional heavy truck sector. As a new entrant, XCMG took an unconventional approach, precisely segmenting the market and developing and manufacturing off-highway heavy dump trucks promptly. These dump trucks, designed for mines and large-scale earthwork sites, have become star products. XCMG used the latest AR500 high-strength-resistant steel produced by Baosteel to manufacture the truck bodies and chassis, ensuring durability and aesthetics. Even the most demanding drivers give them a thumbs-up.

Manufacturing Durable Dump Truck Bodies and Trailer Chassis

Baosteel's AR450 has long been XCMG's preferred steel. When AR500 was introduced, XCMG quickly transitioned to this new material. Now, AR500 is specified for use in all of the company's products. The dump truck bodies made of AR500 are not only durable but also elegant in appearance. XCMG prefers these AR500-made dump truck bodies for their aesthetic appeal.

Mastering Dump Truck Design and Simplifying the Supply Chain through Collaboration

From design to manufacturing, XCMG has established a comprehensive process that makes its products highly competitive. The latest truck and trailer body designs are completed in-house and feature patented dump truck design elements. The supply chain relies on Baohui Steel Limited, a one-stop steel trader for wear-resistant steel and wear-resistant parts solutions, and Baosteel's production base, forming an iron triangle relationship. XCMG fully utilizes the prefabricated resources provided by Baohui Steel. The complete cutting and bending kits of AR500 steel plates are delivered to XCMG, which then welds all the parts together and applies the final paint to the vehicle body.

These kits are customized according to specific customer requirements. A key structural design element common to all XCMG bodies is the integrated top beam. Previously, the top beam and side walls were produced as two separate parts and then welded together. Now, they are formed from a single plate that is bent to create a body side panel with an integrated top beam. This significantly reduces welding time and results in a stronger beam that is also more aesthetically pleasing. XCMG places great emphasis on the concept of prefabricated parts. Baohui Steel provides a complete range of products for companies looking to simplify their supply chains and helps them establish cost-effective and safe logistics chains, whether working with subcontractors or directly with customers.

Manufacturing Dump Trucks and Bodies that Carry More, Weigh Less, and Last Longer

Baohui Steel Limited is an essential part of the product development process when customers are researching and developing new products. They have extensive knowledge of steel and understand what customers can do with it and how its performance can improve products. Switching to AR500 has allowed XCMG to reduce the weight of its largest dump truck bodies by one ton.

When a dump truck with an additional 1,000 tons of load travels 400 kilometers per day, it can transport an extra 14,000 tons per year. With increased cargo per liter of fuel and fuel savings during empty return trips, the annual fuel savings amount to approximately 20,000 RMB. Moreover, the higher yield strength of AR500 enhances the body's resistance to dents, which is highly favored by customers.

Baohui Steel Limited: A Key Player in the Supply Chain

Baohui Steel Limited, as a licensed dealer of Baosteel for over two decades, forms an iron triangle with Baosteel and its customers. This ensures that customers' product technology remains at the forefront of the industry while maintaining a competitive cost advantage. Baohui Steel provides customers with the latest technical information from steel mills, adjusts inventory ratios, quickly responds to the production needs of end - manufacturers, and offers financial support to create an efficient supply chain.