Tank Container
DescriptionAll Agmark tanks are designed to meet a variety of world standards for intermodal shipping. Our tanks meet the ISO requirements for tank containers and the shipping standards of the world and the United Nations. All of our tanks meet the standards for safe transport of your goods on rail, road or sea. Beyond that, Agmark applies its own standards to be able to offer quality beyond food grade - sanitary grade. From the 316 low carbon stainless steel, to the quality of the stainless steel finish, to the ground and polished welds, to the type and thickness of the insulation used, to the sanitary valves and the details of construction, Agmark tanks are purpose built to safely move perishable and time sensitive food products as well as corrosive acids or flammable alcohol. Appearance
Payloads of 48,000 to 50,000 lbs legally in the US Payloads of over 27 metric tons internationally, depending upon local laws. If Agmark containers are transported between other countires and the US, overweight permits may enable loading up to international limits. 
Tank sizes in US gallons: 5300, 5550, 5800, 6300, 6600, 6850 Tank sizes in liters: 20,000, 21,000, 22,000, 24,000, 25,000, 26,000 
Designed for international shipping in stacks up to 9 containers high, loaded 
Tanks will clear overhead obstructions 12’2’’ high with a standard drop frame tank chassis and will clear 13'6" on standard flatbed trailers. SpecificationsProducts Handled: Milk and milk products, concentrated and single strength fruit juices, vegetable oils, spirits, wine, chocolate, alcohol, beverage preparations, essences; hot or cold bulk liquids.
Temperature Control: Not mechanically refrigerated, super-insulated to hold temperature gain or loss to approximately one degree (F) or less per day. “R” Factor: R28 to R35.
External Temperature Control: Steam channels for reheating or cooling product. In transit heat is available while hooked to tractor.
Bottom Discharge Outlets:
Type 1: 3’’ acme male threads (3A sanitary 60TTF milk valve). Units require a tight radius 90-degree elbow (8’’), two closures.
Type 2: 3’’ camlock, three closures, suitable for high-hazard products.
Construction: 316L food grade stainless steel inner cylinder, welds ground and polished, super insulation, outer aluminum or GRP wrap - housed in iso frame for lifting.
Chassis Requirements: 43’ low center of gravity - provided by Agmark in the US; outside US, as required by law and provided by trucker.
Public Health Certification: FDA 3A sanitary, USDA, Wisconsin Dept AG, plus various state agencies
Seals: All openings sealable, as per U.S. customs. 1/8" cable seals required, or better.
Food Safety: Open book policy to customers proves that units were never used to carry products dangerous to human health.
Physical Safety: Crash tested to 4G.
International Approvals: ISO, CSC, RID/ADR, UIC, IMDG, AAR 600, TIR Customs, TC, UK DETR, US DOT 49 CFR, UN Portable Tank Code, ASME VIII.
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