Steel Structure Warehouse Inspection

Welcome the Oman Clients to Visit Dorian Factory and Discuss Project Details

Project info:

Project location: Muscat, Oman

Project size: 7500㎡

Project details:BCD Building: 48m * 89.8m * 14m + 15m * 60m *8.7m connected with 9.2m * 72m*8.7m  EFGH Building: 24.2m * 64.02m *9.65m

Introduction

The client first contacted Dorian in late December 2025 with detailed architectural drawings for a comprehensive warehouse complex in Muscat, Oman. Buildings B, C, and D are connected. The roofs and walls of buildings C and D are made of 0.5mm thick aluminum panels, and they have a total of eight overhead cranes (four 10-ton cranes and four 2-ton cranes). Area B has a small mezzanine. The roofs and exterior walls of buildings E, F, G, and H are also made of 0.5mm thick aluminum panels, and they contain small cold storage rooms for cooling paint. The 100mm thick PIR sandwich panels used in the cold storage area were also supplied by us.

Blueprint of a steel structure warehouse with detailed building layout.
Architectural blueprint of a 7500 sqm steel structure warehouse in Muscat, Oman, showcasing design and structural details.
Blueprint of a steel structure warehouse with detailed building layout.
Architectural blueprint of a 7500 sqm steel structure warehouse in Muscat, Oman, showcasing design and structural details.

Upon receiving our initial quotation, the client expressed concerns about pricing and requested extensive technical clarification regarding steel tonnage, panel meterage, paint thickness specifications, and crane technical parameters. This transparency proved crucial in building confidence. Within days, Dorian had advanced to the final stage of a competitive bidding process, standing among three remaining suppliers under evaluation. On January 9, 2026, Dorian delivered an optimized proposal, and the client confirmed plans to visit our factory in China before the end of January.

Vibrant colorful art display with flowers and two people in shopping mall.

The factory visit commenced on January 21, 2026, when Dorian’s team warmly received the client and his associate at Luoyang Longmen High-Speed Railway Station. Over dinner, we gathered valuable market intelligence—the associate regularly travels throughout Oman and the Middle East, confirming that local steel structure pricing remains substantially elevated, making foreign imports economically compelling for regional buyers.

The following morning, Dorian escorted the client to our factory for an exhaustive tour, followed by detailed technical consultations that revealed several critical design challenges requiring immediate resolution.

Challenge One: Building Integration

The BCD structure needed seamless connection with an existing Structure A already present at the client's site. The primary concern centered on limited working space during assembly, as the gap between structures would be insufficient for conventional installation methods. Our engineering team redesigned the connection details, incorporating overlap panels and structural steel modifications that could be assembled efficiently within constrained spaces.All lap joints and steel column materials have been recalculated and incorporated into the revised design documents.

Group of professionals discussing in a bright office space.

Challenge Two: Crane Lifting Height

The client requested increasing the crane lifting height from the original 7.5 meters to 10 meters to accommodate high-profile transport vehicles. This presented a significant structural challenge—achieving the requested 10-meter lifting clearance required raising the CD section's eave height from 10.35 meters to 14 meters. Dorian’s technical team conducted immediate on-site structural calculations and transparently communicated the cost implications to the client, who accepted the modifications without hesitation.

Challenge Three: Mezzanine Reconfiguration

Similarly, the B-section mezzanine required height adjustment from 3.45 meters to 5 meters to facilitate small truck access while maintaining operational efficiency. This modification required recalculating structural loads and adjusting all associated components accordingly.

Challenge Four: Architectural Façade Design

During final negotiations in Beijing on January 26, the client requested a distinctive architectural element on one wall of Building B, requesting our design team create a custom façade feature. We provided initial design proposals at no additional cost; however, these concepts did not align with the client's visual expectations. Ultimately, we accommodated their specific design reference and manufactured the architectural element according to their precise requirements, demonstrating our commitment to customer satisfaction over convenience.

Business team collaborating on project at a modern office table.

Following successful negotiations, commercial documentation was issued on January 27, 2026. The client remitted the deposit on February 2, 2026, immediately upon returning to Oman. Our production team prepared to complete all manufacturing within the promised 20-25 day timeframe. The client had originally scheduled installation for May 2026, anticipating the arrival of materials well in advance of the construction phase.

However, regional geopolitical conflicts significantly disrupted maritime shipping routes to the Middle East. Several major shipping companies suspended services to Middle Eastern ports, creating substantial logistics challenges. Those carriers continuing operations quoted premium freight rates that the client currently finds prohibitive. Our team maintains daily monitoring of shipping market developments and has committed to informing the client immediately should conditions improve.

To optimize the installation timeline once logistics permit, Dorian previously shipped anchor bolts ahead of schedule, enabling the client to prepare foundations while awaiting final material deliveries. This proactive approach eliminates installation delays and demonstrates our commitment to efficient project management. The foundation preparation is progressing as planned, and once shipping logistics stabilize and favorable rates emerge, we will dispatch a qualified engineer to supervise local installation workers, as previously coordinated with the client.

Two men shaking hands in a modern office with wood paneling.

From addressing challenging structural requirements through innovative design solutions to navigating international logistics complexities, Dorian remain committed to delivering exceptional value throughout every project phase.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have requirements for steel structure projects. Welcome to submit your inquiries freely!

Steel Building Team at Entrance

Welcome Thai Client to Visit Dorian Factory

Project location: Thailand

Project dimension:35*85m

Project function: The Roof of the Exhibition Hall

This client operates a steel structure fabrication plant in Thailand. While they possess the capability to manufacture small-scale steel components and anchor bolts, they still rely on imports for large-scale H-beams. Serving in the dual capacity of manufacturer and distributor, the client commands a robust base of downstream customers within the local market.

Initially, the inquiry was received by Dorian's domestic sales team and subsequently handed over to the Thailand business unit for follow-up. Upon establishing contact, Dorian's Thailand team promptly visited the client's facility to conduct an on-site inspection and hold face-to-face discussions.

Prior to the finalization of the current deal, the client had previously submitted inquiries to Dorian regarding two separate projects. Although the negotiations proceeded smoothly, the construction schedules for those projects were extremely tight; when factoring in production lead times, sea freight transit, and customs clearance procedures, it became evident that delivery could not be accomplished within the client's strict deadlines. Consequently, those two projects were ultimately sourced locally within Thailand.

The current transaction marks the third project the client has entrusted to Dorian. Since the initial inquiry, the design proposal underwent several iterations—primarily involving adjustments to the positioning of steel beams and columns. Following multiple rounds of technical consultations and drawing revisions, the client ultimately approved the final design scheme. Both parties formally signed the contract on April 6th, on which same day we also received the project deposit.

During the contract execution phase, the Dorian team visited the client's factory on several occasions to engage in face-to-face technical discussions regarding the precise positioning of the steel beams and columns; all pertinent issues were resolved to mutual satisfaction. During our third visit, we presented the client with a traditional painting of Luoyang peonies—a renowned local specialty craft—which the client received with genuine delight and surprise.

On May 9th, the client confirmed their intention to visit our factory for an inspection on May 21st. We immediately proceeded to book round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations in advance to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey for the client.

At 10:00 PM on May 21st, the Dorian team headed to the airport to welcome the client. The client dispatched two representatives for this inspection visit, and Ploy—a member of Dorian's Thailand team—accompanied them throughout the entire visit, serving as their interpreter. Following a warm reception ceremony at the airport, we arranged for a light meal before escorting the client to their hotel to rest.

At 9:00 AM the following morning, the Dorian team went to the hotel to pick up the client, then drove to our steel structure manufacturing factory for an on-site inspection. The client's visit had two primary objectives: first, to tour the factory and gain firsthand insight into the scale of our production operations; and second, to inspect the goods currently being manufactured for their ongoing project. During the comprehensive factory tour, the client was deeply impressed by the sheer scale of our facilities and expressed a high degree of satisfaction with the quality of our products—particularly the surface coating processes and our professional packaging standards.

Steel building structure with visitors touring the facility.
Visitors exploring steel building structures at a manufacturing plant.

At lunchtime, Dorian hosted the client at a Henan-style restaurant located near the factory. We carefully selected dishes to suit the client's palate, offering them the opportunity to savor authentic local cuisine from Luoyang.

In the afternoon, Dorian accompanied the client to visit the factory of our rock wool sandwich panel supplier, thereby demonstrating the complete supply chain supporting their project. After concluding the supplier visit, we arranged a dinner near the hotel and subsequently escorted the client on an evening tour of one of Luoyang's renowned historical landmarks: the Yingtian Gate. The client was captivated by the magnificent night scenery surrounding this ancient imperial structure. Afterward, we escorted the client back to their hotel.

On the morning of the third day, we accompanied the client to shop for various local specialties and souvenirs from Luoyang before heading to the airport. The client departed on Saturday and promised to arrange the final payment immediately upon returning to their office on Monday. Dorian are pleased to confirm that all outstanding payments have now been settled.

To date, this marks the third project Dorian have undertaken in collaboration with this client. Although the first two projects did not ultimately materialize due to issues regarding delivery lead times, the client nevertheless chose to partner with us for this third project—a decision that powerfully underscores their profound trust in the quality of our products and services. Dorian look forward to establishing a long-term partnership with this client from Thailand.

Steel building components including beams and frames for construction use.
Stacked steel building components ready for assembly in construction projects.

If you are interested, or if you have any upcoming steel structure projects in the planning stages, please do not hesitate to contact us. Dorian offer customized design solutions as well as comprehensive, one-stop services encompassing design, manufacturing, transportation, and installation support.

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Dorian Steel Structure & The Architect’ 26 in Thailand

The "Architect’26" exhibition will be held in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, it has been held for 38 times so far. As the Asean's largest building technology exposition, and one of the most professional, commercially valuable, authoritative, and significant trade show within the industry, will show the top-class building & construction innovations. one of the highlight of the expo “Thematic Pavilion”, where visitor can experience the next level of creativity as construction materials are transformed into eye-catching and distinctive architectural installations.

"Architect’26" , as the third-largest exhibition in Asia and the premier trade fair in the architectural sector, boasting an exhibition area exceeding 75,000 square meters. The event is held annually. the exhibition attracts over 900 participating companies from around the globe—including Germany, Taiwan (China), Italy, France, the United States, Australia, Malaysia, Japan, and other ASEAN nations—with approximately 150 exhibitors hailing from China alone. together with 88,000 professional visitors including architects, designers, real estate developers, engineers, distributors, and so on.

Thailand and China have harmoniously developed relations. Most of Thailand's construction products rely on imports.

China's advantages in the field of building materials will provide great help to Thailand's demand for building materials imports.

In the past three years, Dorian team has participated in the exhibition consecutively, achieving highly fruitful results. It also provides Dorian with a broader platform to get to know more customers. At the same time, Dorian team has launched a local office in Bangkok, which can provide customers with more convenient services at any time.

This year, the Dorian team will continue to participate in this exhibition, committed to expanding the broader steel structure market, look forward to seeing you at the exhibition.

Booth No: P104/6

Add: IMPACT , Bangkok, Thailand

Date: 28th April-3rd May, 2026

See you in Thailand!

Visit Us at 6th Guangzhou Sourcing Fair

Visit Us at 6th Guangzhou Sourcing Fair — Cutting-Edge Steel Structure Solutions

The 6th Guangzhou Sourcing Fair will be held at PWTC Expo in Guangzhou, China, adjacent to the Canton Fair complex. This premier event serves as a high-quality one-stop business platform for enterprises across Building Materials, Hardware & Tools, and Motorcycles & Accessories, bringing together industry leaders and attracting retailers, importers, wholesalers, and professional buyers from around the globe.

Luoyang Dorian New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. has specialized in manufacturing steel structure warehouses, workshops, poultry houses, commercial buildings, steel hangars, sandwich panels, and cold storage solutions since 1998. Our experienced engineering team will be on-site to provide one-on-one technical consultations, project Q&A sessions, and customized building solutions tailored to your specific needs.

📍 Booth No.: 1G50
📅 Date: April 14–17, 2026
📍 Venue: PWTC Expo, Guangzhou, China

As one of the most influential international trade events in the industry, the Guangzhou Sourcing Fair offers an exceptional platform to connect with global clients and partners. We look forward to welcoming both new and long-standing business friends to explore collaboration opportunities and drive innovation in the steel structure sector.

See you in Guangzhou!

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Welcome To Our Thailand Client To Visit Dorian Factory And Discuss The Payment Details

Project dimension: 42*180*8.955m with partition rooms

Project location: Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand

Project function: Renting

The client are mainly in the furniture industry, he sent inquiry to Dorian around Jan 2025 to source a 7,560 square meter of warehouse to be used for renting.

Dorian has office in Thailand, after receiving the client’s inquiry, the local team visit client for many times to talk the project details face to face and also provide some suggestions tailored to his needs. Furthermore, client also went to visit the 8000m2 of project in Samut Sakhon, this further deepens customers' trust in Dorian team and he already decided to order to Dorian team, just need sometime to visit factory. The client also mentioned that he will order 15 stes of toilets, but he needs to check one sample firstly when he arrive at the Dorian factory later,the production of sample had been finished before client reach factory.

Steel building wrapped and ready for shipment in a manufacturing facility.

The project details:

Dorian team learned that there are totally two projects will be built during the communication with the client, the first one need to be purchased this year and the second one will be ordered in 2026. The client has own 3D drawing and Dorian engineer make proposal drawing according to 3D plan. There are many partition walls inside are designed so that it will be easier for renting to local people.Dorian engineer layout designed wall with 3.65m high brick wall up from the ground + 1.15m high louver + metal sheet wall according to 3D drawing. Since client do not have insulation requirement for this project, so Dorian recommended 0.4mm metal sheet for roof and wall to save much cost.

Steel building layout with multiple sections and structural framework.
Steel building layout with a curved roof structure and supporting framework.

In addition,there are 15 sets of electrical roll up doors and 6 sets of small doors are designed for the building. Meanwhile  the awning was also added, which can not only protect the doors, and also protect people entering and leaving the gate from the summer sun and rain on ordinary days. The skylight wall panels are also designed for getting sufficient sunlight and provide a comfortable environment inside the building.

Steel building structural elevation diagrams with metal sheet roofing and brick wall details.
Steel building structural design with detailed measurements and specifications.

According to the economical and loading factors, the building was initially designed with a column spacing of 6 meters, while client prefer 7.5m columns spacing, so the column spacing are changed into 7.5m finally according to client requirement.

All the project details were confirmed in June and waiting for approval.

The factory visiting

After client got the approval in early October and decided to visit Dorian factory. The client and his assistant arrived in Luoyang on the evening of October 19th. Dorian team took them to dinner and then dropped them off at the hotel. On the morning of October 20th, Dorian team picked clients up to factory for visiting. The whole factory covers about 110 thousand square meters and has five production lines, including many professional production equipment, like Flame cutting machine, Laser cutting machine, Assembly machine, Submerged arc welding machine, Straightening machine, Blasting machine, Environmental friendly painting room etc, which can meet various of production of massive span.

The production equipment and production line of main frame(steel columns and beams) was introduced to client firstly. After that, Dorian also took clients to visit secondary frame workshop, purline and panels workshop. He specifically inquired about the zinc content of the purlins. The zinc content what Dorian provided is normally 100g/m2, which meets the customer's requirements for the zinc content of purlins.

At the same time, the client also saw many finished steel structure goods and sample toilet inside of the production workshop and pretty satisfied with products quality.

Pre-engineered steel building components in a factory setting with workers inspecting metal structur.

After that, Dorian team and client discussed the payment terms and installation plan with the customer. Ultimately, Dorian team and the client reached an agreement to do letter of credit. The client will send over a draft of the letter of credit after returning to Thailand. A detailed installation plan has also been developed, once the client completes the foundation work, the installation team will be dispatched to assist with the installation of the whole project.

On the October 21st, Dorian team took clients to visit scenic spots in Luoyang, including the Longmen Grottoes and the White Horse Temple. These two scenic spots are very famous and attract many domestic and foreign tourists every year.

The client went back to Thailand on October 22rd, the payment process is progressing. And we will also update you further information.

Dorian team always provide one-stop service, including design, manufacturing, delivery and installation to meet clients need, welcome to your kindly inquiry freely and we will be here always.

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Welcome Clients From UAE To Come To Visit Dorian Factory

The client sent an inquiry to Dorian team around mid-September, and during subsequent communications, expressed a desire to visit the factory.

The Dorian team picked up the client on the evening of September 26th at the high-speed train station and  took them to dinner, then escorted them to their hotel.

Discuss the project details:

Dorian team took the client to the factory at 8:30 a.m. the following day, the customer's drawings were printed out one day in advance, and the engineer studied the drawings in advance to facilitate on-site and customer confirmation of details. The project dimensions is 50.4m wide x 105m long x 9.2 meters high at the shoulder.

Because the project was located near the sea, Dorian engineer recommended aluminum metal sheet for the roof and wall panels. Compared with galvanized steel sheet, aluminum sheet also has higher tensile strength and can withstand significant external forces. Furthermore, it typically uses a fluorocarbon coating, which offers excellent durability, resists UV rays and corrosion, and has a service life of up to 25 years. Therefore, aluminum steel sheet was a better option.

Because this project primarily used for storing large construction equipment, the client desired open space within the building, thus eliminating the design of center columns. Furthermore, the drawings already showed detailed column and purlins spacing, which Dorian team calculated based on the requirements.

To achieve some cost savings, Dorian engineer recommended the use of a stainless steel, non-powered hood ventilation ball instead of ventilation bridge. Its primary function is ventilation, promoting air circulation within the building. And can extracts hot and humid air through continuous rotation, while simultaneously bringing fresh air in, another major benefit of the hood is its ease of installation and minimal maintenance.

Ladders provide safety during high-altitude work, ensuring workers can safely perform tasks at height and enabling people to quickly and safely exit dangerous areas in emergencies.Two cage ladders were also used for this project, and the Dorian team recommended appropriate sizes for them.

The client will be searching for windows locally to prevent damage during long-distance transportation.

Efficient team meeting discussing steel building project plans in a modern office setting.

Visiting the production workshop:

After discussing all the project details, the Dorian team took the client to the production workshop. Dorian factory covers a total area of 11,000 square meters and have five production lines, capable of meeting the client's diverse needs. In addition to producing standard steel structure warehouses and workshop, Dorian also support manufacture chicken house buildings, cattle sheds, sheep sheds, horse shed, commercial buildings, prefabricated houses, color-coated steel plates, composite panels, and more.

Steel building construction site with workers and engineers inspecting the structure.
Steel building manufacturing plant with workers inspecting steel structures and industrial equipment.

The daily production capacity of the workshop is 100 tons, with a monthly output of approximately 3,000 tons. If the client needs the goods urgently, Dorian workers can prioritize production according to your need.

Steel building factory with workers inspecting steel structures and equipment.

First, we took the client on a tour of the H-beam production workshop, which features a variety of production equipment, including laser cutting machines, flame cutting machines, fully automatic punching machines, shearing machines, drilling machines, submerged arc welding machines, straightening machines, shot blasting machines, and an environmentally friendly paint room, all designed to meet the client's diverse production needs.

After production is completed, Dorian team also has a professional quality inspection department and delivery team to arrange inspection and delivery. If the customer requires installation, Dorian generally offer three suggestions. First, we can send an engineer to the site to guide the local workers, which can significantly reduce costs. Second, we can send an entire installation team to the site, which can improve installation efficiency. Third, we can send our African installation team, who can install worldwide and offer lower costs than Chinese installation teams. We can arrange installation based on your needs.

Afterwards, we took the customer to visit the color steel plate workshop, where we have professional tile presses, bending machines, purlin machines, and other equipment capable of producing C-section steel, Z-section steel, color plate, hemming, and other products.

Dorian delivery team happened to be shipping goods to Thailand during the factory visit. The customer witnessed the delivery process and product quality firsthand. They were amazed that delivery team could complete a container loading in about 20 minutes and were very satisfied with Dorian’s delivery efficiency.

Dorian’s product quality, production capacity, and delivery process etc were highly praised by the customer. After the factory visit, Dorian escorted the customer to the high-speed rail station and promised to provide the price before the Chinese National Day holiday.

So far, Dorian team has already exported a lot of steel buildings to many countries, like Philippines, Thailand, Malaysia, Australia, America, Chile, Uruguay, Peru, Guyana, Jamaica, Guatemala, Dominican Republic, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Algeria, Tanzania, Ivory Coast,etc over 50 countries.

Warmly Welcome You To Come To Visit Dorian Factory Freely.

Focusing on cutting-edge steel structure solutions, Dorian will meet you at the 2025 Guangzhou Souring Fair

Focusing on cutting-edge steel structure solutions, Dorian will meet you at the 2025 Guangzhou Souring Fair

The 5th Guangzhou Sourcing Fair, adhering to the mission of "gathering global sourcing resources and strengthening industrial collaboration," is a leading international and professional trade platform in Guangzhou. With its large scale, wide audience, and extensive supporting activities, it is a major and influential event within the industry.

  1. Over 30, 000 square meters exhibition area.
  2. Over 650 exhibitors.
  3. Over 35,000 professional buyers and visitors.

Luoyang Dorian New Materials Technology Co., Ltd., since 1998 has been specializing in the manufacturing steel structure warehouses, workshops, poultry houses, commercial buildings, garages, steel hangars, etc. Our team of experienced engineers will be on-site to provide you with one-on-one technical consultation and project Q&A, and tailor the most appropriate building solution to your specific needs.

Date: October 14–17, 2025

Add.: PWTC Expo, Guangzhou, China

Booth No.: 1G38

The Guangzhou Sourcing Fair, one of the most influential international trade shows in the industry, offers an excellent platform to meet global clients and partners. We sincerely look forward to meeting with both new and long-term business friends to explore cooperation opportunities and drive innovation in the steel structure sector.

See you in Guangzhou!

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Philippine Delegation Visits: Showcasing Dorian One-stop Steel Structure & Building Materials Solutions

Dorian recently welcomed a group of distinguished guests from afar—a client delegation from the Philippines. The purpose of this visit was to provide them with an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of our full-chain manufacturing capabilities, from main structures to supporting products, and to explore collaborative opportunities in providing customized, high-quality building solutions for the Philippine market.

During the several-day visit, the customer delegation, accompanied by our professional team, conducted an in-depth industrial investigation tour:

Steel Structure Factory: Advanced, high-strength customized steel structure solutions.

Glass, Aluminum Doors & Windows Factory: Energy-saving, safe, and aesthetic products.

Container House Factory: Modular and efficient housing options.

Battery and Solar Panel Factory: Green energy solutions for sustainable development.

Light Steel Villa Factory: Modern and fast-assembly residential solutions.

Aerogel Materials Factory: Innovative thermal insulation materials.

Pallet Equipment Factory: Different material pallet making equipment.

Smart Lighting Factory: Intelligent and energy-efficient lighting systems.

Core Strength: Steel Structure. The visit began at our modern steel structure manufacturing facility. The client carefully examined the entire process, from raw material cutting, welding, pretreatment, to finished product assembly, and highly praised our process quality, production scale, and management level. The delegation then toured the steel structure and production plant, expressing great appreciation for the plant's construction and considering it highly suitable for industrial and commercial buildings in the Philippines.

Innovative Materials and Applications: Aerogel and Smart Lighting. At the Aerogel material factory, customers witnessed firsthand the exceptional thermal insulation and fireproofing properties of this world's lightest solid material. We demonstrated innovative applications of aerogel in building energy conservation, providing customers with new ideas for developing high-end energy-efficient buildings. At the smart lighting factory, intelligent, controllable, and energy-efficient lighting system solutions also attracted close attention from customers.

A Complete Product Ecosystem: Enclosures, Energy Storage, and Equipment. To demonstrate our ability to provide clients with turnkey projects, the delegation also visited the glass door and window factory (for high-quality building envelope systems), the battery factory (for supporting energy storage solutions), and the pallet equipment factory. This fully demonstrates our company's ability not only to provide the main structure but also to integrate high-quality resources to provide clients with a truly one-stop service.