Pneumatic Unloading Fly Ash Tanker
The Pneumatic Unloading Fly Ash Tanker is a specialized, heavy-duty dry bulk transport trailer engineered specifically for the safe, high-volume road haulage and automated pneumatic discharge of fly ash, bottom ash, slag powder, and fine thermal power plant combustion residues. Because fly ash is characterized by its abrasive nature, ultra-fine particle size, and low bulk density (approx. 0.5 – 0.7 $t/m^3$), the tanker is fabricated from high-tensile, wear-resistant carbon steel (Q345B/Q355B) with reinforced internal hopper walls and wear-protected discharge manifolds. Equipped with multi-section fluidized air slides powered by a heavy-duty diesel engine or PTO-driven rotary screw air compressor (10–12 $m^3/min$ airflow at 0.2 MPa working pressure), it achieves rapid, zero-contamination pneumatic unloading into elevated power plant or construction silos with a minimal residual rate ($le 0.2%$). Paired with 3 commercial heavy-duty axles, mechanical or air suspension, and dual-line WABCO ABS/EBS pneumatic braking, it delivers exceptional highway stability, durability against abrasion, and operational reliability. Fully certified under ISO9001, CCC, CE, DOT, and SGS standards.
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Product Details
Technical Specifications
Model NO. : Customized
Type : Semi-Trailer / Fly Ash Pneumatic Dry Bulk Tanker
Tank Volume / Capacity : 35 $m^3$ to 65 $m^3$ (Optimized for Low-Density Fly Ash: Approx. 25T - 40T Payload)
Working Air Pressure : 0.2 MPa (2 bar)
Test Pressure : 0.3 MPa (3 bar)
Discharge Speed : $\ge 1.2 - 1.5$ Tons / Minute
Residual Rate : $\le 0.2\%$ (Near-Zero Material Holdback)
Vertical Discharge Height : $\ge 25 - 30$ Meters
Condition : New
Grade : Heavy Duty / Abrasion-Resistant Industrial Ash Transport Grade
Shape : Cylindrical V-Shape / W-Shape Multi-Hopper Body
Origin : Shandong, China
Production Capacity : Customized
Certifications : ISO9001 / CCC / CE / DOT / SGS
HS Code : 8716399000
Overall Dimensions : 11000-13800 x 2500 x 3800-3980 mm
Tank Body Material : High-Tensile Wear-Resistant Carbon Steel Q345B / Q355B (4mm - 5mm Shell, 5mm - 6mm Dished Heads)
Fluidized Bed System : Multi-Section Vulcanized Permeable Canvas Air Slides with Stainless Steel Support Grids
Air Compressor : 10 $m^3/min$ or 12 $m^3/min$ Dual-Cylinder Air Compressor / Rotary Screw Compressor
Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) : 4102 / 4105 Diesel Engine (e.g., Weichai) or Tractor PTO Connection
Kingpin : JOST 2-inch or 3.5-inch Heavy-Duty Bolted/Welded Kingpin
Landing Gear : JOST / FUWA Two-Speed Manual Landing Gear (28T Capacity)
Wheel Base : 6800mm + 1310mm + 1310mm
Tread : 1820 mm / 2050 mm
Axle Number : 3 Axles
Axle Brand : FUWA / BPW / HuaJin Heavy Duty
Axle Capacity : 13T / 16T per axle
Tire Number : 12
Tire Specification : 12R22.5 / 385/65R22.5 Tubeless Heavy-Duty Tires
Tire Brand : Triangle / Double Coin / Michelin / Bridgestone
Rim : 9.00-22.5 / 11.75-22.5 Steel Disc Rims
Suspension : Heavy Duty Mechanical Multi-Leaf Spring / Air Ride Suspension
Leaf Spring : 10pcs / 12pcs Reinforced (90x16mm)
Brake System : Dual-Line Pneumatic Air Braking System with ABS / EBS
ABS/EBS Brand : WABCO / Haldex
Self-dumping : Not Self-dumping (Pneumatic Air Discharge)
Main Chassis / Frame : Integrated High-Strength Sub-Frame Welded Directly to Tank Cradles
Manhole Cover : Top-Mounted Lightweight Cast Aluminum Pressure Manholes (2-3 Sets) with Safety Clamps
Discharge Valves : Abrasion-Resistant 4-Inch Seamless Steel Discharge Pipe with Cast Steel Butterfly Valves & Quick Couplings
Safety Equipment : Tank Pressure Relief Valve (Safety Valve), Pressure Gauge, Air Check Valves, Non-Return Valves
Top Walkway : Anti-Slip Steel Mesh Catwalk with Foldable Safety Handrails
Spare Tire Carrier : 1-2pcs
Tool Box : 1pcs Heavy-Duty Lockable Steel Box
Electric System : 24V, 7 Pin Socket, LED Marker & Tail Lights
Wiring Harness : Armored Weatherproof Lines
Painting / Finish : Shot Blasting (Sa 2.5) + Epoxy Anti-Corrosion Primer + Polyurethane Topcoat
Colour : Custom RAL Code / Reflective Hazard Striping & Industrial Ash Branding
Warranty : Tank Shell Structure 3Y / Axles, Compressor & Engine 1Y
Package : Nude Packing / Bulk Vessel / Ro-Ro
Delivery Time : 30-35 Working Days
Payment Terms : T/T, L/C
Key Structural & Performance Features
1. Abrasion-Resistant Carbon Steel & Low-Density Volume Optimization
- High-Strength Wear-Resistant Steel: Engineered from high-tensile Q345B/Q355B carbon steel with reinforced thickness at high-wear internal hopper zones to resist the abrasive scouring action of dry fly ash particles.
- Volumetric Capacity for Low-Density Ash: Designed with a generous volumetric footprint (up to 65 $m^3$) to accommodate the low bulk density of fly ash, maximizing payload weight per trip without violating highway axle load limits.
- Computerized Submerged-Arc Welding: Fully fabricated using automated welding technology to ensure absolute air-tight structural integrity under continuous pneumatic pressurization cycles.
2. High-Efficiency Fluidization & Pneumatic Unloading
- Multi-Section Air Slide System: Outfitted with premium vulcanized permeable canvas air slides that evenly distribute compressed air across the hopper bottoms, fluidizing compacted fly ash into a free-flowing state.
- High-Volume Air Supply: Powered by an onboard 10–12 $m^3/min$ rotary screw air compressor driven by an independent diesel engine, providing steady airflow to push ash up to 30 meters high into storage silos.
- Low Material Residuals: Steep conical hopper angles and optimized blow-by piping minimize material retention, achieving a residual rate of less than $0.2\%$.
3. Rigid Chassis Integration & Braking Safety
- Robust Q345B Sub-Frame Backbone: The tank body is securely welded to an integrated high-tensile structural steel frame that absorbs torsional twisting and dynamic road loads during heavy-duty transit.
- WABCO ABS/EBS Pneumatic Braking: Dual-line air braking system incorporating WABCO ABS/EBS and emergency relay valves, ensuring synchronized, dependable stopping power under full maximum payload conditions.
- Overpressure Protection Systems: Fitted with calibrated safety relief valves that automatically vent excess air if internal operating pressure exceeds safe engineering thresholds, ensuring total operational safety.
Commercial & Logistics Terms
- Warranty Policy: 3-Year warranty for the main tank shell and structural framework; 1-Year warranty for axles, air compressor, diesel engine, and discharge valves.
- Delivery Lead Time: 30 – 35 working days upon order confirmation and engineering drawing approval.
- Packaging & Shipping: Nude packing; shipped via Bulk Cargo vessel or Ro-Ro vessel.
- Payment Terms: T/T (Telegraphic Transfer), L/C (Letter of Credit).

