Henan ZongXiang Heavy Industry Import & Export Co., Ltd., a leading Chinese supplier of steel rails and track accessories, has recently completed a significant export of a batch of high-quality 18kg/m light steel rails to Thailand. This transaction highlights the company's growing presence in Southeast Asia's infrastructure and industrial sectors, where demand for reliable railway components continues to rise.

Established in 1997 as part of Zhongxiang Steel Group, ZongXiang specializes in producing and exporting various steel rails, including light rails (8kg to 30kg/m), heavy rails, and crane rails. With over two decades of experience, the company maintains large inventories and collaborates with major steel mills to ensure consistent supply. Its products meet international standards and serve industries such as mining, factories, construction sites, and temporary transport lines.  

The 18kg/m steel rail, also known as P18 rail, is a popular light rail variant with a nominal weight of 18.06 kg per meter. Manufactured primarily from Q235 or 55Q carbon steel, it undergoes heat treatment for enhanced hardness, toughness, and wear resistance. Key features include high load-bearing capacity (suitable for loads up to several tons), excellent tensile strength (typically ?430 MPa), and durability in demanding environments. Light rails like the 18kg/m model are ideal for applications requiring lower carrying capacity compared to heavy rails, such as factory trolleys, mining cart tracks, small-scale railway lines, and scenic tourist trains.

In this export to Thailand, the batch was tailored to the customer's specific needs, likely for industrial or logistical improvements in a factory or mining operation. Thailand's booming manufacturing sector and ongoing infrastructure projects — including factory expansions and internal transport systems — create strong demand for such affordable, robust rails. Similar past exports by ZongXiang to Thailand include 12kg/m rails for work trolley slides and 22kg/m rails for sightseeing tracks in tourist attractions, demonstrating the company's expertise in customizing solutions for regional requirements.

The process began when the Thai customer discovered ZongXiang's website and inquired about suitable rails. The sales team responded promptly, providing detailed specifications, quotations, and samples. After negotiations ensuring compliance with quality standards (including chemical composition tests, tensile strength checks, and hardness evaluations), the order was confirmed. The rails were carefully packaged, inspected, and shipped via sea freight to a Thai port, arriving on schedule.

Customer feedback post-installation has been positive in similar cases, noting improved transportation efficiency, reduced maintenance costs, and enhanced safety due to the rails' abrasion resistance and stability. This export not only strengthens ZongXiang's ties with Thai partners but also contributes to local economic growth by supporting efficient material handling and logistics.

ZongXiang's global reach extends to over 50 countries, with exports to regions including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. The company prides itself on competitive pricing, rapid delivery, and comprehensive services like rail cutting, punching, and bending. As Thailand invests further in industrial and railway development, partnerships like this underscore the role of high-quality Chinese steel products in international trade.

This successful shipment of 18kg/m steel rails exemplifies ZongXiang's commitment to excellence and reliability, paving the way for future collaborations in the dynamic Thai market.