The Tank Container

The Tank Container Benefits

Since the early 1980's the use of ISO tank containers has increased tremendously. Several factors account for this increase:

• Improved safety
• Preservation of the environment
• Portability
• Cost effectiveness
• The benefits of a multi-modal transport system: road/rail/sea
• Door-to-door transportation reducing product handling and eliminating multi-transfer processes
• Global acceptance

Advantages over alternate methods of transport (drums, tank trucks and trailers) include:

• Reduction in the amount of handling resulting in minimal risk of product contamination and product loss
• Secondary packaging costs eliminated (i.e. drum disposal)
• Faster transfer at ports and terminals
• Convenient storage option at destination
• The ready use of conventional container handling equipment already in place
• The stainless steel barrel can easily be cleaned and utilized for different products
• Optimization of product shipment in bulk vs. smaller quantities