Title: Flexitank Introduction
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2Flexitank Introduction
- Philton Polythene Converters
3History of Philton
- PPC
- Specialist manufacturer of transit packaging for
over 35 years. - Expertise in Bulk solutions
- Our Keynote is Quality
- Use technology from other manufacturing
disciplines - Philton has a second manufacturing plant in
Shanghai P.R.C - Alliance with PPC for 10 years, over 5 years as a
J.V. company - Systems based on U.K. principles with full batch
traceability - Also ISO9000/2000 quality assured.
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4What is a Flexitank?
- The Flexitank is an ideal product to store and
transport all kind of non-hazardous liquids and
chemicals in a 20' dry container. Flexitanks are
easy to install and optimizes the use of the
container space. The Flexitank can be loaded with
a variety of non - hazardous liquids such as
latex, wine, lubricants, additives, edible oils
and many more. The one-way disposable Flexitank
virtually eliminates the possibility of
contamination and is easily disposed off without
causing any environmental issues.
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5History of the Flexitanks
- Have been used for over 20 years.
- Original Flexitanks were made of Butyl rubber.
Very expensive to reposition, clean and repair. - PVC tanks were a cheaper option but still
expensive to reposition, clean and repair. - Multi-ply PE tanks are the cheapest and most
widely used single trip option. - Single ply PE tanks also used in certain markets.
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6Benefits of PPC Flexitanks
- Simple, reliable and economical
- Fast loading / discharging time
- High space utilization
- Environment friendly
- No risk of cargo contamination
- Low storage cost for empty tanks
- Covered by a factory warranty and product
liability insurance
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7Disadvantages of small bulk containers
- Drums (Steel / Plastic)
- High cost of packing
- High labour cost
- Long stuffing time required
- Low space utilization
- Disposal problems
- Intermediate Bulk Containers
- Not always available
- Expensive
- Heavy reliance for return load
- Need forklift equipment
- Long stuffing time required
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8Disadvantages of bulk shipping
- ISO Tank Container
- Not always available
- High rental / shipping cost
- High cleaning cost
- Slow to position
- Heavy reliance on return load
- Parcel Chemical Tanker
- Not always available
- Slow to position
- Require large cargo volume
- Port to Port only
- Heavy reliance on bulking installation
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9Multi-ply PE Flexitanks
- Constructed of different individually welded
layers - Can have an internal or external barrier layer
- Security in our unique testing system
- Quality record that cannot be surpassed.
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10Single Ply PE Flexitanks
- Single membrane 1mm thick
- Excellent for Viscous products
- Good for products effected by moisture
- Double welding system
- Very Robust and strong
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11Styles of Flexitanks- Top Fill/Discharge
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12Styles of Flexitanks- Bottom Fill/Discharge
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13Capacity of Flexitanks
- Virtually any size from 10,000 litre to 36,000
litre. - Restricted by weight / volume / regulations in
various countries. - Fill within 500 Litres otherwise fluid dynamics
may break the Flexitank. - Brace the bulkhead.
- Generally the more viscous product, the smaller
the Flexitank used.
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14Comparison in 20 Container Box
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15Range Of Products
Uses of Flexitanks
- Military Use
- Emergency supply
- Water storage
- Shipment of Industrial and Food grade non
hazardous Liquid
Food Grade
Industrial Grade
Synthetic Latex Detergents Lubricating oil Base
Oil Fatty Acid Plasticizers Emulsions and many
more
Vegetable Oil Edible Oil Sorbital Juice
Concentrates Wine Nut oils Vegetable oils and
many more
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16Valve / Hose Configurations
- 2 top fill hose assembly or valve with camlock
is the standard. - 3 top fill hose assembly or valve with camlock
is available. - 2 or 3 Stubby valve or spigot available.
- Bottom load / discharge valves are available.
- Other larger sizes are available but are
considerably more expensive. - Different end connections available on request.
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17Flexitank kit accessories
- Bulkheads
- - Wood
- - Metal Bar
- - Polystyrene Foam
- Heater Pads
- Bath Tub Liners
- Barrier Foil Liners
- EVOH Barrier Liners
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18Installation of Flexitank
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19Cargo Loading
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20Correct installation is essential
- Easy process to install, however easy to go
wrong. - The Flexitank is likely to fail if not installed
correctly. - Our Insurance cover is void if all procedures are
not followed. - Installation checklist is installed with every
Flexitank.
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21Things dont go wrong just at sea!
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22Things dont go wrong just at sea!
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23Things dont go wrong just at sea!
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24Things dont go wrong just at sea!
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25Things dont go wrong just at sea!
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26What does a Flexitank have to withstand?
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32Ship Rolling at 30
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33Testing and Compatibility
- PPC fully test new designs with load testing and
flange testing. - Not all products are compatible with Flexitanks
- Temperature restrictions
- Mini tanks used for testing
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34Quality Record
- Less than 1 manufacturing failure per 2000 tanks.
- Every Flexitank End weld is tested to 1 bar
pressure. - Independent audits by SGS surveys.
- Independently tested by China Railways Bureau
(only 1 of 2 companies now authorised to carry
Flexitanks on Chinas rail network)
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- Thank you for your time to view this
presentation. Please do not hesitate to contact
us with any questions you may have. - Contact
- Philton Polythene Converters Andrew
Tisi aspt_at_philton.co.uk
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