ISO Tank Storage

Classifying containers based on the properties of the chemical substances they contain is crucial for providing safe storage services. If chemicals are not classified according to established standards, they can react dangerously, potentially causing fires and explosions. At TET Global Logistics, we ensure the safe storage of chemicals by classifying them according to the information provided in Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).

A report prepared by the U.S. Chemical Safety Board reveals that 46% of accidents involving chemicals result from improper storage. The “Regulation on the Preparation and Distribution of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous Substances and Preparations” provides detailed information about the content, components, toxicological, ecological, transportation information, and hazard identification of chemical substances. Analyzing this information to properly classify containers carrying chemicals is a critical part of the container storage process.

Under the ADR Dangerous Goods Transport Regulations, tanks must undergo inspections every 2.5 or 5 years before being put into service and periodically thereafter. In addition to complying with legally established storage standards, we also optionally subject containers carrying hazardous materials to 2.5 and 5-year tests. Additionally, as part of our container storage services, we provide equipment checks, replacements, and repairs to ensure the conditions necessary for the safe long-term storage of containers.

The European Agreement (ADR) introduced by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe in 1968 includes technical regulations such as the packaging and labeling of dangerous chemicals transported by road, and the materials and operational scope required for vehicles carrying hazardous substances. The Agreement aims to ensure the transportation of hazardous chemicals while protecting environmental health and safety. Therefore, it is essential for companies involved in hazardous materials transport to operate in accordance with ADR rules.

In the scope of tank storage services, operations are carried out according to each customer’s specific requests. These operations include product acceptance, sorting, delivery and receipt, unpacking, splitting, stacking, placing, renewing, relocating, replenishing, collecting, packaging, and loading, all tailored to the characteristics of each product, and ensuring their proper storage in warehouses. This includes the storage of valuable products and goods such as liquids, palletized and non-palletized items, barrels, bulk cargo, and ISO containers. Tank container storage is crucial for classifying containers based on the properties of the chemicals they contain and providing safe storage services.

In industrial facilities or transportation companies, tank container storage is a method used for storing, transporting, and handling products in liquid or gas form. This service typically involves the use of closed silos made from materials such as steel, plastic, or aluminum. Tank container storage aims to make the storage, transportation, and handling of products more efficient, safe, and economical. The tank containers used can come in various sizes.

Tank container storage is considered the ideal storage solution for many different sectors. This method, which uses specially designed containers for storing liquid and gas products, is frequently chosen across various industries including the chemical, food, maritime, medical, and oil and gas sectors. The primary reason for this preference is that tank container storage offers numerous advantages over traditional storage methods.

Products can be safely stored in tank containers, which are specially designed closed silos. These containers feature leak-proof properties that prevent product leakage. With various sizes and shapes of tank containers available, it is possible to select the most suitable option based on the storage space and product characteristics. Containers that can be mounted on various transportation vehicles ensure secure transportation. Tank container storage, which allows products to occupy less space, is one of the most efficient solutions for businesses with limited storage areas.

Tank container storage services are safe when carried out by professionals with sufficient experience and expertise in the field. Given that safety is a primary concern across all sectors utilizing tank container storage, it is crucial to carefully select the service provider. Improper classification of chemicals during storage, if not done according to specific standards, can lead to fire and explosion risks. Therefore, it is important to ensure that tank container storage services are provided in accordance with the information in the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to ensure safety.