What is it made of ?

Our flexitanks are made of  4 layers of polyethylene liquid film and a very enduring protective outer layer of polypropylene fabric and 2” or 3” polypropylene - stainless steel valves.

What is the main advantage of of flexitanks compared the other types of packaging ?

There is a big saving in packaging cost as it is possible to load about 40% more product into a 20 ft container compared to drums - i.e. there is a saving on packaging and freight.

What are the differences between drums and reefers ?

The "reefer" flexitank has been specially developed to transport liquid products in bulk, inside a 40 ft refrigerated container.

What are the loading restrictions in the boat or in the truck?

When loading in Europe we can usually load upto 24/25 tons. However, it is important to take into account weight restrictions at the destination. e.g. Japan has a relatively lower road-weight compared to Europe. 

Is it possible to open the 2 doors of the truck when the flexitank is full?

Only the NBF or reefer flexitanks can be loaded or discharged with both doors open. With a standard flexitank it is a safety requirement to keep the left hand door closed during the filling and discharge operation.

Are there any safety considerations for loading ?

Loading is recommended to be at a maximum rate of about 800 liters per minute. However there are other guidlines to follow which is why we always offer a training session at the customer site before and during the first loadings.

What are the loading and  unloading processes?

If the customer can load or unload road or ISO tanks then they can easily load and unload flexitanks. Again, we offer a training package for the loading and discharge processes.

Is the valve located at the top or the bottom of the flexitanks ?

We supply both types of tanks i.e. top loading or bottom loading.

What are the loading requirements ? By pressurizing? By pumping?

Always load by pump - never by pressure.

Are there other loading or unloading processes ?

Loading and discharge is relatively simple but it is necessary to follow a procedure depending on the customer’s system.

What can be carried by flexitanks ?

Foodstuffs

Non-foodstuffs
  • Wine
  • Grape Must
  • Fruit Juices
  • Concentrates
  • Mineral Water
  • Potable Water
  • Tomato Paste
  • Vegetable Oils
  • Palm Oils
  • Coconut Oils
  • Fish Oils
  • Edible Oils
  • Glucose
  • Sorbitol
  • Liquid Sugar
  • Fructose
  • Corn Syrup
  • Corn Sweetener
  • Malt Extracts
  • Tallow
  • Detergents
  • Base Oils
  • Lube Oils
  • White Oils
  • Lubricants
  • Transformer Oils
  • Lube Oils Additives
  • Paraffin Wax
  • Waxes
  • Printing Inks
  • Paints
  • Emulsions
  • Glycerin
  • Fertilizers
  • Natural Latex
  • Synthetic Latex
  • Plasticisers
  • Drilling Mud Additives
  • Non-Hazardous Chemicals
  • Herbicides

“We would need a MSDS or Data Sheet for products that we are not familiar with. We can arrange for accelerated testing or provide small sample bags for any products that we have doubts about.”