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What are ISO tank containers?

Tank containers are used to ship and store hazardous and non-hazardous materials such as liquids, powders, and gasses. ISO tanks are made out of stainless steel, with insulation, as well as a protective layer of aluminum or polyurethane. This makes them a safe and secure option for transporting a wide variety of materials.

ISO tanks are equipped to transport the following:

• Liquids
• Gasses
• Powders
• Chemicals
• Perishable and non-perishable food items
• Alcohol
• Non-alcoholic liquids

If you’re a shipper, make sure you invest in a tank container that’s classified by the International Maritime Dangerous Good Code (IMO). This classification helps to identify and separate dangerous goods from other kinds of cargo. Check out this blog to learn all about IMO types for tank containers.

Safety and efficiency are synonymous with ISO tank containers. Apart from the fact that tanks can ship a considerable amount of bulk effortlessly, they’re also extremely durable. A tank container is designed to have a long life span, typically around 20 to 35 years. So you can use tank containers over and over again, giving you great value for money in the long run!

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ISO certification: A stamp of approval for ISO tank

So what is an ISO certification?

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) upholds a set of industrial and commercial standards for various products and services. This ensures consistency in both quality and reliability.

When a tank container is manufactured, it must comply with the size, durability, and strength as per the ISO standards. Each tank goes through strict inspection process, and only then is it certified. A container safety certificate (CSC) is also issued by the manufacturer.

Types of ISO tank containers

Before you go ahead and buy or lease tanks, you should know that there are specific tanks for specific types of cargo. The chart below shows the different tanks and what they can transport and store safely.

T1 ISO tank container

Wine and light liquids

T4 ISO tank container

Non-hazardous edible and non-edible oils 

T11 ISO tank container

Non-hazardous chemicals 

T14 ISO tank container

Hazardous chemicals and acids like HCI and zinc chloride

T50 ISO tank container

Gasses such as LPG and ammonia

T75 ISO tank container

Cryogenic gasses

Rubber-lined ISO tank container

Acid-based chemicals

Food-grade tank

Only loaded with food grade products

Reefer tank

Ideal for food and chemicals 

Gas tank

Suitable for the transport of gasses

Silo 

Suitable for transport of grains and powders

SWAP container tank

Transport of cargo between 26,000 and 35,000 metric tons, 25,600 and 31,500 long tons and 28,700 and 35,000 short tons

SWAP body tank

This container type is bigger than its frame, ideal for lightweight cargo and storage use

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Make sure you choose the correct tank container type for your shipping needs.

Dimensions of ISO tank containers

A tank container made according to ISO standards will always be fit for intermodal transportation. These containers also come in 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft varieties. But when it comes to tank containers, you need to prioritize capacity. Here’s a table with the measurements and capacities.

21,000l

36,000kg

3,650kg 

32,350kg 

120°C

6.00 BAR

4.00 BAR

24,000l

36,000kg

3,900kg

32,100kg 

120°C

6.00 BAR

4.00 BAR

25,000l

36,000kg

3,730kg 

32,270kg 

130°C

6.00 BAR

4.00 BAR

26,000l

36,000kg

4,060kg  

31,940kg 

130°C

6.00 BAR

4.00 BAR

Never overfill or underfill a tank container

It’s important to note that a tank container should never be overfilled or underfilled.

ISO tanks should be at least 80% full at all times. This will avoid a surge during transit.

Similarly, always make sure that your tanks are less than 95% full. This allows for thermal expansion.

ISO Tank containers are dedicated on the transport of bulk liquid products and are built under ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards and designed on a type-of-substance basis, made of stainless steel alloy and surrounded by protective layers.
The ISO tank container is equipped with a system of valves on top and on the bottom to allow the load and unload operations in a safe and clean way It is shaped like a cylinder and can carry between 21,000 and 40,000 liters of liquid.

These tanks are classified according to its building specifications and the accessories attached to it. This classification determines the type of product that can be transported. The supporting frame is intended to protect the tank, as well as to facilitate stowage, securing and same handling as an ISO container for multimodal transportation.
If handled properly, the frame is capable of withstanding the stresses to which a fully loaded container is subjected.

What does ISO in ISO Tank stands for?

ISO certification is recognised worldwide as a commitment to continuous improvement in all areas of operations. For organisations, the standard helps ensure that business processes meet the needs of their customers and all regulatory agencies.
For ISO Tank containers, tanks are manufactured in accordance with international regulations and must be inspected and certified. All ISO Tanks must comply with regulations such as size, strength and durability and must be fit for their primary purpose.
ISO Tanks include a Container Security Certificate (CSC) issued by the manufacturer. Official Inspections are carried every 5 and 2.5 years to certify the optimal condition of the ISO tank according official standards. On top of that after each use ISO tanks are revised to guarantee that the equipment is in good transport condition.

What liquids can be carried by an ISO Tank?

All portable liquids, non-hazardous and hazardous liquids, including corrosive, flammable, toxic and explosive liquids, and food grade classified to name a few:

1. Gasoline/Diesel
2. Dairy products
3. Liquefied sugars
4. Alcoholic and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
5. Hydrogen Peroxide
6. Sulphur Acid
7. Liquid Food Products
8. Heating oil and Vegetable oils
9. Liquid Resins
10. Chemicals
11. Petrochemic

Perks of the ISO Tank

• Cost-effectiveness: ISO tank containers are easily moved to and from ship to rail or to trucks, and with standard handling equipment. This reduces handling and storage costs.
• Immediate availability: ISO tanks are present at major ports around the world and may provide a regular, safe and quickly available transport option compared to other liquid transport options.
• Temperature control:Controlled Temperature ISO Tanks can maintain a specific temperature for temperature-sensitive cargo.
• Reliability:Most are made of stainless steel alloy which has a natural resistance to corrosion, and tank lining. The containers can resist pressure and temperature variations.
• Stackable:Increases ease of handling and storage.
• Security:ISO tanks are designed to meet specific criteria according to the substance they will be carrying.
• Environmentally Sustainable: ISO tank is a very sustainable transport mode, it reduces product manipulation, reduces leakage risk, reduces use of non re-usable packings such as drums, IBC’s , and do avoid the problems of waste disposal and safety of other liquid transport systems such as flexibags.

This container eliminates the risks that can arise when transferring liquids from one vessel to storage facilities and provides an extremely safe, cost-effective and viable means of transport.
Once emptied, the tank is transferred to a certified washing station, thoroughly cleaned and inspected to get it ready for the next loading. Although the tanks have a fairly uniform external appearance, construction materials, internal coating and fittings vary.

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