What are the common risks associated with Flexitanks, and how are they mitigated?

1. Leakage or Rupture

Risks:
Leaks or ruptures can occur due to overfilling, weak materials, sharp edges inside the container, container handling, operational or production mistakes.

Solutions:

Use high-quality, certified flexitanks.
Inspect the container for sharp edges, rust, or damage before installation.
Follow manufacturer’s installation and filling procedures, ensuring limits are respected.

2. Bulging and Container Damage

Risks:
Excessive weight or improper loading can cause flexitanks to bulge and deform the container, posing safety hazards.

Solutions:

Stick to recommended volumes and weight limits by the specific manufacturer and regulations.
Ensure professional installation.
Use reinforced containers designed for flexitank transport if you are shipping with conventional flexitanks. In case you are shipping with self standing flexitanks such as the E-Flex, the manufacturer guarantees that there will be no bulging with almost any container.

3. Cargo Incompatibility

Risks:
Chemical reactions or contamination can occur if the liquid isn’t compatible with the flexitank material.

Solutions:

Verify material compatibility with the liquid before use.
Choose food-grade or specialized flexitanks such as aseptic for specific cargo types like food, juices, milk.

4. Container Instability Due to Sloshing

Risks:
If you are shipping with conventional flexitanks, liquid movement within the flexitank can cause instability during transportation, increasing the risk of accidents.

Solutions:

Fill the tank properly and remove air to reduce sloshing.
Secure and ensure correct placement of the container on the vessel to minimize movement or vibrations during transport.
Choose a flexitank that is designed to minimize the movement of the liquid inside, such as the E-Flex by LiquA.

How do Flexitanks comply with food safety standards?

What is “container bulging” and why does it occur?

Safety and Regulations