Export of 8,000 Spliced Hexagonal Electric Steel Poles (30FT & 35FT) to Tunisia

Project Overview

As Tunisia continues to expand its power grid infrastructure to meet the growing energy demand, a major project was undertaken to supply high-quality steel poles for power transmission lines. Our company successfully exported 8,000 spliced hexagonal electric steel poles (30FT and 35FT) to Tunisia. This order is part of the country’s efforts to enhance the reliability and stability of its electrical grid, ensuring that power transmission is efficient and resilient against extreme weather conditions.

Project Requirements and Specifications

Tunisia’s electric power system faces unique environmental challenges, such as high temperatures and occasional sandstorms. To ensure that the steel poles would perform reliably in these conditions, the customer required durable, corrosion-resistant poles. The specifics of the order include:

• Pole Type: Spliced hexagonal electric steel poles

• Specifications:

  • 30FT (9.14 meters): 4,000 poles

  • 35FT (10.67 meters): 4,000 poles

• Material: High-strength low-alloy steel, with exceptional corrosion resistance and wind resistance

• Surface Treatment: Hot-dip galvanization for enhanced corrosion protection

• Shipping Method: Containerized sea freight

Manufacturing Process and Quality Assurance

To meet the client’s demanding specifications, we employed advanced manufacturing processes, ensuring that every pole was of the highest quality. The key steps in our production process are as follows:

1. Material Selection:
   We selected high-strength low-alloy steel that offers excellent mechanical properties, including high tensile strength, durability, and resistance to corrosion. The steel was sourced from reputable suppliers to meet international quality standards.

2. Smelting and Alloying:
   The steel was carefully smelted and alloyed with elements such as manganese and chromium to improve its overall strength and corrosion resistance. This step is crucial in ensuring that the steel poles can withstand the harsh environmental conditions of Tunisia.

3. Heat Treatment:
   After forming the steel poles, they underwent a heat treatment process, including quenching and tempering, to further enhance their toughness, hardness, and resistance to fatigue.

4. Splicing and Assembly:
   The poles were designed as spliced structures to simplify transportation and assembly on-site. The splicing method ensures that the poles maintain their strength and stability once assembled in the field.

5. Surface Coating:
   Hot-dip galvanization was applied to each pole to ensure long-term protection against corrosion, which is essential for the desert climate of Tunisia. This coating provides a robust barrier against environmental factors, prolonging the service life of the poles.

6. Rigorous Quality Control:
   Every pole was subjected to extensive quality checks, including mechanical property testing, chemical composition analysis, and non-destructive testing. These steps ensured that all poles met the highest standards for strength, safety, and durability.

Logistics and Delivery

To ensure timely and secure delivery, our logistics team carefully coordinated the shipping process:

• Containerized Sea Freight:
  The steel poles were packed in containers for safe transport, minimizing the risk of damage during shipping. Each container was loaded and secured according to international shipping standards to ensure a smooth transit.

• Delivery Timeline:
  The entire order of 8,000 poles was produced and shipped within three months, ensuring that the client received the poles in a timely manner.

• Destination Port and Customs:
  The poles arrived at the port in Tunisia, where they were efficiently cleared through customs. Our team provided full support for the logistics, ensuring a seamless process from production to delivery.

Project Impact and Implementation

The spliced hexagonal electric steel poles were deployed across various regions in Tunisia to support both urban and rural power distribution systems. The poles are now part of the country’s critical infrastructure, offering several benefits:

• Increased Power Transmission Reliability:
  The high-quality steel poles enhance the reliability of Tunisia’s power grid, reducing the risk of outages and ensuring that electricity can be transmitted efficiently across the country.

• Adaptability to Harsh Climate:
  Designed to withstand Tunisia's hot and dry climate, the galvanization protects the steel poles from corrosion caused by exposure to extreme temperatures and sandstorms.

• Reduced Maintenance Costs:
  The poles' long lifespan and low maintenance requirements contribute to reduced operational and replacement costs for Tunisia’s electric utility providers.

Client Feedback

The Tunisian Electric Utility expressed high satisfaction with the quality and performance of the spliced hexagonal electric steel poles. The client specifically appreciated the durability and corrosion resistance of the poles, which have proven to be well-suited for Tunisia’s challenging environmental conditions.

Tunisian Electric Utility Representative:
“We are extremely pleased with the quality of the spliced hexagonal electric steel poles provided by your company. These poles have exceeded our expectations in terms of durability and strength, especially under the harsh weather conditions in Tunisia. The galvanization treatment has ensured long-term protection, and the poles have been easily installed and integrated into our existing grid. We look forward to further collaboration.”

Conclusion

This successful export of 8,000 spliced hexagonal electric steel poles to Tunisia marks another milestone in our commitment to delivering high-quality products for global power infrastructure projects. By combining advanced manufacturing techniques with reliable logistics and customer service, we have contributed to enhancing Tunisia’s electric grid stability. Our dedication to producing durable, cost-effective solutions continues to support power projects worldwide.