Project Dimensions: 40*60*6 meters
Project Location: Ethiopia
Project Function: Steel structure warehouse for sesame storage and production workshops
This client holds dual Ethiopian and American citizenship and frequently travels between the two countries. He primarily engages in cross-border trade of sesame and coffee beans, and also sources goods from China for export. This is his fourth visit to China.
What makes this collaboration special is its origin—the client was not found through Facebook or Alibaba platforms, but rather through a referral from an Ethiopian business partner to whom Dorian had previously provided a quote. The client contacted us via WhatsApp on April 18, 2026, and he propose that he plans to make a month-long visit to China soon, mainly to visit several factories in China, including Dorian.
The client initially inquired about a 20*60*6 meter warehouse project for sesame storage and production. On April 25, Dorian submitted a quote and preliminary design drawings. The design was conventional portal frame structure, with no special requirements.
After visiting other factories in Qingdao for three days, the client arrived at Luoyang Longmen Station on the afternoon of April 26th. The Dorian team, greeted the client at the station and arranged hotel accommodations. That evening, the team had initial discussions with the client to understand their background and needs, after which the client was allowed to rest and adjust to the time difference.
The following morning, Dorian accompanied the client on a factory tour. The production lines were operating at full capacity, with multiple projects in production or already packaged and ready for shipment. This provided an excellent opportunity to showcase materials and processes—from the main steel frame and secondary frames to the purlin, bracing, and panel systems. The client listened attentively throughout the tour and witnessed firsthand the exquisite manufacturing processes.
1. Drainage system modification: The client proposed replacing the galvanized gutters with color-coated steel channels to reduce costs. We explained in detail the significant drawbacks of colored panel gutters — thickness is typically only 0.5-0.6 mm, while Dorian's standard galvanized Gutters are 2.0 mm thick. Galvanized gutters offer superior corrosion resistance and structural strength, able to withstand prolonged rainwater erosion without deformation or leakage. In contrast, colored panel gutters are prone to coating aging and rusting in continuously humid environments, ultimately leading to leaks. After careful consideration of budget constraints, the client ultimately decided to completely eliminate the gutters system and purchase and install gutters locally.
Although time was limited and they were unable to visit Luoyang's cultural attractions, the client expressed great satisfaction with Dorian's professionalism and factory capabilities. Upon returning home, the client proactively contacted Dorian to request a plan for the new project—a testament to the trust established during the visit. The new plan is currently under development and is expected to be completed next week.
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