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When customers inquire about tube skid products, the delivery cycle is often one of the key factors influencing purchasing decisions. Especially for overseas projects with tight schedules and high storage costs at ports, buyers want to know "how long until delivery" before signing the contract. This article systematically outlines the standard delivery cycles for CNG tube skids from three dimensions: configuration differences, order types, and manufacturing processes.
Tube skids with different specifications vary in raw material preparation, manufacturing processes, and certification procedures, which directly affect overall delivery time:
· Standard configuration (8 or 10 tubes, 200bar, 20FT): 45–60 days
· Custom configuration (16 tubes, 250bar, special valve combinations): 60–90 days
· Repeat orders (identical specifications to last order): 30–45 days
If you already have mature experience in purchasing tube skids, choosing the same configuration as before will significantly shorten the waiting time. For first-time purchases or projects requiring special parameters, it is recommended to reserve a more generous time window.
From contract activation to shipment, the manufacturing of tube skids generally goes through the following stages:
1. Engineering drawing approval: 7–10 days — Both parties confirm the tube skid piping layout, valve selection, and bracket structure. Production can only begin after the technical plan is finalized.
2. Raw material procurement: 10–15 days — Includes seamless steel cylinder tubes, high-pressure valves, and framework profiles. Some non-standard parts may require additional preparation time.
3. Cylinder testing and certification: 15–20 days — Each cylinder must pass pressure tests and non-destructive testing. The complete tube skid must obtain international certifications such as ASME and ISO 11120 to ensure compliance for export.
4. Assembly, painting, and final inspection: 10–15 days — Framework welding, tube bundle fixing, anti-corrosion painting, as well as air tightness and safety final inspections.
5. Loading and shipment: Arranged according to shipping schedules — We can assist in coordinating with freight forwarders and booking cargo space in advance to avoid delays affecting project progress.
The above cycles are estimated for continuous operations. Actual delivery may be affected by holidays, certification body scheduling, and destination port clearance times. It is recommended to initiate inquiries and contract confirmation as early as possible during project planning so that we can arrange production reasonably.
We understand that some customers face project schedule pressures. For urgent projects, our company can coordinate internal production capacity to compress certain process timelines without compromising quality. Expedited production is typically suitable for:
· Returning customers with existing production records, where drawings and process routes do not need re-confirmation;
· Selecting existing stock or near-finished tube skid frameworks, requiring only customized configuration of some components;
· Destinations with longer customs clearance times, where early shipment can offset logistics delays.
If you have a specific project schedule, feel free to contact us for detailed discussion. Our professional team will evaluate expedited feasibility based on your needs and provide transparent quotations and progress plans.
Jiangsu Huayan International Trade Co., Ltd. is a leading domestic manufacturer of gas storage and transportation equipment. Our product line covers CNG tube skids, hydraulic module trailers, dry bulk material transport vehicles, and liquid transport semi-trailers.
Our CNG tube skid products feature the following core advantages:
· Compliant with international standards such as ASME and ISO 11120, with multiple export certifications including CE and ATEX;
· Cylinders made from high-quality seamless steel pipes, with pressure ratings covering 200bar to 250bar, suitable for various working conditions;
· 20FT standard specifications accommodate 4,000–5,200 Nm³, while 40FT large-volume specifications reach up to 7,700+ Nm³, meeting large-scale project gas demands;
· Full-process services from drawing confirmation to assembly and shipment, with export footprint covering Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South American markets.
Contact us for the latest tube skid product information and customized quotation solutions.
