Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA) has purchased a Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant for its work on the New Dodoma Msalato International Airport in Tanzania. The plant began production in September 2023 at the new airport in the Masarato district, approximately 15 km from the city centre.
The plant is helping to build key facilities such as a new apron, taxiway, runway, and auxiliary roads. At the same time, construction is also underway elsewhere on new hangars, terminals, firefighting units and electromechanical installations, as well as a new airfield tower.
Improving air transport connectivity
The project marks a significant milestone in enhancing the infrastructure and connectivity of Tanzania’s political capital and the wider East African region. On September 13, 2021, the Tanzanian Government signed a contract to construct the airport investing TZS127 billion (US$54,74-million) into the project, further supported by a US$329,47-million loan from the African Development Bank.
The construction is taking place in two phases, with the first phase focusing on the runway and terminal. The second phase will be implemented based on demand and once fully operational, the airport will accommodate 1,5-million passengers annually.
The project has reached the halfway point and is on track for completion by April 2025. The most notable achievement so far includes the construction of a 3,6-km long, 60-m-wide runway.
A spokesperson from POWERCHINA, says: “Several factors drove our decision to invest in the Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant. Firstly, we prioritise safety and reliability in all our operations, and with Lintec & Linnhoff’s German-engineered equipment, we are confident in the highest standards of performance and quality.
In addition, the Lintec CSD2500B’s containerised design ensures uninterrupted operations despite Tanzania’s challenging rainy seasons, while its modular construction delivers cost efficiency through low transport expenses and easy installation.”
The Lintec CSD2500B Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plant is a popular choice for airport infrastructure construction and the units have featured on other significant projects including the Yap Island International Airport in Micronesia, as well as the Sihanouk International Airport in Cambodia.
Modular construction made easy
Built in ISO certified sea containers, the Lintec Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plants are the first of their kind in the industry, featuring a modular construction that allows for easy transportation and convenient installation. The Lintec CSD2500B model has a capacity of 160 tph and a batch size of 1 650/1 600 kg.
Additionally, the Lintec Containerised Asphalt Mixing Plants prioritise sustainability with pollution control units and optional recycling systems. The design also ensures security with a central lockable access point, along with convenient walkways and staircases for easy maintenance. All plants ensure smooth setup by pre-assembling each plant at the manufacturing stage, before subjecting them to rigorous testing to ensure the highest reliability. With low shipping costs and streamlined transportation, Lintec provides a sustainable and cost-effective solution for diverse projects.
In addition, Lintec’s unique double screen drum technology eliminates the need for hot elevator and vibrating screens while reducing the need for maintenance. Combining the heating and screening of the minerals in a single process unit offers the substantial advantage of delivering significant energy savings.
POWERCHINA has a long-standing relationship with Lintec & Linnhoff, having previously purchased a range of asphalt mixing plants from the company, including units from the CSM and CSD series. These have been used across a range of projects dating back to 2010. This ongoing cooperation between the two companies underscores POWERCHINA’s confidence in the quality and reliability of Lintec & Linnhoff’s asphalt batching plants
