Chinese loaders in Cameroon: paint blistered in two months, process or shipping?
Samuel O.
Verified member · Service engineer
Five 5 t loaders reached Douala two months ago; three have blisters on the counterweight and lower frame.
Blisters sit where dunnage and straps touched the machines during shipping.
The factory blames sea humidity; we suspect surface preparation. How do we tell?
Discussion (3)
ChenVerified member · Export inspection2026-09-27
Cut one blister open: rust starting at bare metal means preparation; dry paint with no rust points to condensation.
Rui C.Verified member · Export inspection2026-09-28
Condensation at dunnage is common. Anti-rust oil and desiccant cost little and are worth making standard.
Fatou D.Verified member · Procurement lead2026-09-28
Photograph before touching up; claims need the factory inspection record, which many orders skip.
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