In July 2023, the ZAM-8 (8–10 TPH) bagged bitumen melting equipment, independently developed and manufactured by ZOOMLINE, was officially installed and commissioned at the project site in Angola and has been operating stably in commercial production. Tailored specifically for local road infrastructure projects in Angola, this project effectively addresses industry pain points associated with traditional manual bitumen bag decanter operations, such as low efficiency, significant pollution, high labor costs, and non-standardized production. Leveraging two core strengths—advance customized production scheduling at the factory and rigorous quality inspection and testing throughout the entire production process—the entire equipment set was rapidly put into operation upon arrival at the construction site. This significantly shortened the client’s project construction cycle, provided reliable equipment support for the stable supply of road asphalt raw materials in Angola, and demonstrated ZOOMLINE’s robust capabilities in the field of customized bitumen equipment production for overseas markets.
In recent years, Angola has vigorously promoted domestic highway infrastructure development, with road traffic upgrades and new construction projects continuously being implemented. Consequently, market demand for standardized, high-efficiency, and energy-efficient bagged bitumen processing equipment has continued to rise. Local infrastructure projects have long relied on traditional methods involving manual bag removal and open-flame heating to melt bitumen, which present numerous production drawbacks and severely hinder construction progress.
During the project preparation phase, the client faced multiple production challenges: manual bagging and melting operations were physically demanding and incurred high labor costs; bitumen melting efficiency was low, failing to meet the raw material supply requirements for large-scale road construction; simultaneously, traditional methods suffered from poor sealing, resulting in severe pollution from asphalt fumes that did not comply with modern green construction standards. Furthermore, unstable melting temperatures frequently led to waste of raw asphalt and substandard finished product quality.
Based on the project’s long-term construction plan, the client identified its core procurement requirements: an urgent need for automated bitumen bag decanter equipment with stable production capacity, user-friendly operation, energy efficiency, and environmental friendliness—as well as ease of ocean transport and on-site relocation. The goal was to replace traditional manual methods with standardized equipment operations, thereby shortening the project preparation and commissioning cycles, reducing construction costs, and meeting the bitumen processing demands of large-scale road infrastructure projects.
Before finalizing the procurement plan, the client conducted a comprehensive comparative study of multiple global manufacturers of bagged asphalt melting equipment, focusing on technical stability, manufacturing capabilities, delivery efficiency, and quality control standards. ZOOMLINE successfully earned the client’s high recognition thanks to its proven experience in the R&D and manufacturing of bitumen melting equipment, customized solutions tailored for overseas projects in Africa, and a comprehensive overseas project service system.
Following multiple rounds of technical discussions, solution optimization, and detailed coordination, the client fully recognized the core performance advantages of ZOOMLINE’s bitumen bag decanter equipment and the factory’s standardized production capabilities. Ultimately, a formal contract was signed to procure 8–10 TPH bitumen decanter machine, laying a solid foundation for the project’s smooth progress.
After the cooperation contract officially took effect, we placed high priority on this overseas project in Angola. The production department immediately launched a dedicated, customized production plan, assembled a professional technical production team, strictly adhered to overseas project production standards, and formulated a detailed, standardized production schedule.
During the production process, the team carried out full-process precision machining, standardized assembly, and precise matching and debugging for core components such as the main unit structure of the bitumen decanting machine, the thermal oil heating system, the coil heat exchanger system, the electronic control system, and the complete set of supporting accessories. Production process standards were strictly enforced throughout, with rigorous control over every production step to eliminate process deviations and quality defects. At the same time, by scientifically coordinating the production workflow and optimizing the sequence of processes, we efficiently advanced the manufacturing of the complete unit and all supporting components.
Leveraging our mature production management system and efficient production capacity allocation, we ultimately completed the production of the entire set of high-efficiency bitumen decanter and all supporting components ahead of the scheduled delivery deadline. This significantly shortened the customer’s project preparation cycle and allowed ample time for subsequent equipment shipping, on-site installation, and rapid commissioning, fully demonstrating the efficient delivery capabilities of a direct manufacturer.
While prioritizing delivery efficiency, we consistently treat equipment quality as our core priority. For this export project to Angola, the factory conducted comprehensive, high-standard factory quality inspections and full-unit trial runs to ensure that no defective equipment leaves the factory, thereby fully guaranteeing the operational stability of the equipment overseas.
This factory inspection strictly adhered to international industry standards and our quality management system, covering all core indicators including equipment dimensional accuracy, overall sealing performance, thermal oil heating system stability, coil heat exchange efficiency, automated bag-removal speed, electrical control system safety and stability, and overall load-operating performance. Technical quality inspectors conducted extended full-load trial runs of the bagged bitumen melting machine, simulating high-frequency operating conditions at construction sites to comprehensively identify potential operational issues and optimize equipment operating parameters.
The 100% pass rate in factory testing ensures that the asphalt bitumen melting system arrives at the construction site in Angola via sea freight free of any potential faults. It can be quickly installed and put into operation without complex commissioning, achieving fast, efficient, and fault-free startup within a short timeframe—perfectly meeting the customer’s core requirement for rapid production commencement.
The ZAM-8 bagged bitumen melting equipment exported to Angola, with a rated capacity of 8–10 TPH, is specialized automated bitumen processing equipment we developed for small- and medium-sized overseas road infrastructure projects. Its core parameters and design advantages are tailored to overseas construction scenarios, offering exceptional adaptability.
The equipment uses thermal oil as the heat transfer medium, combined with a high-efficiency heating coil system. Through uniform and stable heat conduction, it achieves an integrated process of automated heating, bag removal, and melting of bagged bitumen. It rapidly converts solid bagged bitumen into liquid asphalt, with precise temperature control and uniform melting throughout the entire process. This effectively prevents bitumen aging and deterioration, ensuring the quality of the asphalt raw material.
The overall dimensions of the bagged asphalt melting equipment are precisely tailored to fit a 40-foot high-cube container, allowing for the shipment of the entire unit in a single container via sea freight, which significantly reduces cross-border logistics costs. The lifting bracket on the top of the equipment features a fully bolted, removable design that is easy to assemble and disassemble while maintaining structural stability. This design not only facilitates packaging and transport via ocean freight but also supports flexible relocation and repeated use at construction sites, making it perfectly suited for mobile infrastructure construction scenarios across many regions in Africa.
The 10TPH bitumen bag melter equipment features high thermal efficiency and rapid heating, with bag-removal and melting efficiency far exceeding that of traditional manual operations. It significantly reduces labor intensity and saves on labor costs. The fully enclosed operation effectively minimizes the spread of asphalt fumes and contamination from spilled raw materials, making it environmentally friendly. The equipment operates stably with a low failure rate, capable of long-term, continuous, and high-frequency operation to fully meet the routine production demands of projects.
After completing all production and factory quality inspection and testing, the entire 10 tph bitumen melting system for bagged bitumen was professionally packaged with moisture-proof, shock-resistant, and rust-proof protection and successfully shipped to the project site in Angola. Thanks to comprehensive pre-shipment commissioning and parameter calibration, the installation team was able to rapidly complete the entire installation process—including equipment positioning, pipeline connections, and electrical commissioning—upon arrival at the site, greatly streamlining the on-site construction workflow.
In July 2023, this 10 tph bitumen bag decanter officially completed commissioning and was fully put into operation for local road infrastructure projects in Angola. Since going online, the bitumen bag decabter equipment has operated stably, met production capacity targets, and maintained precise temperature control, fully meeting the customer’s daily bitumen processing needs and providing a stable and reliable supply of raw materials to ensure the project’s continued progress.
Since the bitumen decanter machine began operations, it has earned high praise and recognition from the Angolan client for its stable performance, high production efficiency, and energy-saving, environmentally friendly operation. The client stated that the equipment has completely resolved the challenges associated with traditional manual operations—such as low efficiency, high costs, and significant pollution—while significantly accelerating project construction progress and effectively reducing both construction and time costs.
To demonstrate the equipment’s actual performance, the client proactively shared on-site operation videos and feedback with us, fully affirming ZOOMLINE’s superior manufacturing craftsmanship, rigorous factory quality inspection standards, and professional end-to-end support services—laying a solid foundation of trust for our long-term collaboration.
In the highly competitive overseas asphalt equipment market, numerous infrastructure engineering firms prioritize ZOOMLINE’s bagged asphalt melting equipment. Its core competitiveness is primarily reflected in four key advantages:
Relying on exclusive customized production schedules at the source factory and scientifically coordinating each production process, we can achieve early equipment delivery, effectively shortening the client’s project preparation cycle and saving time costs associated with project implementation;
We have established a comprehensive, multi-dimensional factory quality inspection and full-system commissioning system. By strictly controlling every operational metric, we ensure zero-fault delivery overseas and rapid on-site commissioning, significantly mitigating the risks of high costs and schedule delays associated with equipment commissioning and maintenance abroad;
We employ specialized, customized designs tailored to overseas engineering projects. These support integrated containerized sea transport and modular, disassemblable relocation, perfectly adapting to cross-border logistics and mobile field construction scenarios. Combining energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, our solutions fully comply with overseas infrastructure construction specifications and standards;
We provide a one-stop, end-to-end service covering everything from customized solutions, precision manufacturing, rigorous quality inspections, and cross-border shipping to on-site installation, commissioning, and lifetime after-sales support. Dedicated one-on-one technical support is provided throughout the entire process, ensuring overseas customers enjoy a hassle-free procurement experience, peace of mind during operation, and worry-free maintenance.
If you are seeking efficient, stable, easy-to-transport, and quick-to-deploy bagged bitumen decanter machine for road infrastructure projects in Africa or overseas asphalt engineering projects, ZOOMLINE offers bagged bitumen melting machine in multiple specifications, including 8–10 TPH, 15 TPH, and 20 TPH, and also supports customized solutions. Backed by standardized factory production, a rigorous quality inspection system, efficient delivery capabilities, and a comprehensive overseas after-sales service system, we are fully committed to ensuring rapid commissioning and stable operation of the bagged bitumen melting equipment. Feel free to contact us at any time to obtain customized specifications for bagged asphalt melting equipment, project case studies, and precise quotes!
