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Why And How Mineral Oils Are Shipped In Flexitanks

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Mineral oils have a huge variety of uses. They can be used in cosmetics, to make cold creams and moisturising products. They're used in medical and veterinary fields as treatments for several different types of ailments. They're even used in scientific study too, helping with the culture of cells. Because of this, they're needed all over the country. Distributors are always looking for the best way to use bulk liquid transportation when it comes to mineral oils. Many have turned to Flexitanks, as they are offering some of the best ways to transport liquids in the modern age. Here's how and why mineral oils are shipped in these containers. How Mineral Oils Are Shipped In  Flexitanks Ok, so how would mineral oils be shipped using a Flexitank, as opposed to a drum or tanker? Firstly, you'll need to see how a Flexitank works. The tank itself is really a large bag, with a nozzle placed in the top for you to pump the liquid in to. The double wall construction ensure

How Latex Is Shipped Using Flexitanks

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Liquid latex is just one of many liquids that need to be transported every day. It has to be stored and transported carefully, to ensure it's in the best possible condition once it reaches it's destination. It's also vital that it's kept safe to avoid it leaking into the environment. Here's how latex is shipped using flexitank bulk liquid transport, to keep it safe.  What Is A Flexitank? Firstly, what is a flexitank? It's a new style of shipping container that many companies are using in order to move non hazardous liquids around. What makes them unique is that they're essentially a large bag that you fill from the top, using the nozzle. This ensures the tank will fit into any container you use for it as you ship it across the country.  They offer a lot of other benefits too, especially to those shipping food grade liquids as they're FDA approved. Here's how they're used in the process of shipping latex.  Loading Up The Tanks Firstly, the flexit

Why You Should Use Flexitanks for Orange Juice

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The largest suppliers of orange juice concentrate conventionally transport the juice in their own vessels. Bulk liquid transport can be carried out using stainless steel drums that are transported in refrigerated containers. Another option for bulk liquid transport is through flexitanks that are transported in conventional shipping containers. A whole range of non-hazardous liquids can be transported in flexitanks, including agricultural oils, liquid latex, wine, mineral water (flat), fruit juice, edible oils, biofuels, glycerin, and non-hazardous industrial chemicals. On request, we will check the compatibility of your product with our foil and find the right composition for your specialized packaging needs. The flexitank system is a multi-layered flexitank with a capacity range from 12,000 liters to 24,000 liters and fits into a standard 40ft ocean freight container. It optimizes every inch of container space available: you can ship up to 30% more cargo in comparison to dru

When Should You Use a Bulk liquid transportation Tank

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There are a number of options available for bulk liquid transportation. Depending on the type of cargo and where it is being sourced from and transported to, any of these methods might prove to be a better option than the other. Selecting the right type of bulk liquid transportation can have a significant impact on the cost element of moving that consignment from point a to point b. In this article, we will look at four of the most common methods of bulk liquid transportation and which method is suitable for which scenarios. ISO tanks One of the most common methods of bulk liquid transportation is the ISO tank which is made from stainless steel material surrounded by protective layers that prevent contamination of the liquid by the metal. This method is used to transport both hazardous and non-hazardous liquids because the stainless steel is strong enough to resist puncturing and the spilling of any hazardous liquids. Thanks that are used in bulk liquid transportation usually

Questions To Ask Food-Grade Liquid Bulk Transportation Companies

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If you need bulk liquid solutions, you want to be sure you can find a company you trust. How can you be sure you're going with the right company? You just need to ensure that you're asking the right questions. When considering a company, make sure you ask them the following questions. If they can answer them to your satisfaction, then you've found the right company for you. Can You Transport My Items On Time? As you're dealing with food grade liquids, you need them to be moved in a timely manner. To be food grade, they will have to have an expiration date. Moving them before you're unable to use or sell them is vital. Then there's food grade liquids that are time sensitive. Wine, for example, needs to be moved quickly so it can be bottled and sold at the right time of year.  When talking to a transport company, ensure that they're going to be available when you need them. Keep in mind that even the best companies may not be available when you n

Everything You Need To Know About Bulk Wine Transport

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Like any other liquid, wine needs to be transported in bulk from the supplier. Only then can it be bottled and shipped to stores, ready to be bought. There's a lot that needs to go into wine bulk liquid transport. Here's everything you need to know before shipping wine in bulk for the first time.  Certain Conditions Must Be Met First, it's important to know that wine needs to be shipped in certain conditions, to keep it at the best quality possible. There are several things that can affect the quality of your wine. First, there's the risk of contamination from containers. Depending on what containers you use for your wine, there is a small risk they won't be totally clean from their last use, which can contaminate wine. There are ways you can avoid this, as described below.  Temperature will also affect wine as it moves to it's new location. When planning a route to ship wine, the climate of the areas you'll pass through should be taken into ac

Advantages of Shipping with Flexitanks

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One of the more complex logistical challenges, particularly in global shopping, is the transportation of bulk liquids. To produce a winning blend of safe and efficient transport along with attractive shipping expenses and the ability to transport huge liquid volumes, you require a particular and special logistical solution, for instance, the flexitank system.  Traditionally, the ISO drum and tank have been the means of shipment. However, they have been costly for companies to buy, maintain, and recycle. Fortunately, flexitanks simplify the process of bulk liquid transportation by offering these benefits. Benefits of Flexitanks Decreased transportation expenses In comparison to a tank-container, you'll simply pay for one way freight of the container. There's no prerequisite to return the container and pay for it.  Cleaning There's no need to clean the tank after transportation because it's disposable. Low wastage The wastage proportio