Uneven surfaces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThe protective material should be secured so it does not move during installation or filling.<\/p>\n
Approved tape may also be applied over rough welds and other potential abrasion points.<\/p>\n
Special attention should be given to vertical corner welds.<\/p>\n
Protection may extend upward from the container floor along areas where the flexitank is expected to make contact when fully loaded.<\/p>\n
The objective is simple:<\/p>\n
create a smooth internal environment between the container and the flexitank.<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nStep 4: Inspect the Flexitank Before Installation<\/h2>\n
Before removing the flexitank from its packaging, inspect the box or protective package.<\/p>\n
Look for:<\/p>\n
\n- Crushing<\/li>\n
- Tears<\/li>\n
- Penetration<\/li>\n
- Da\u00f1os causados por el agua<\/li>\n
- Punctures<\/li>\n
- Serious deformation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
If the packaging appears to have been penetrated by a sharp object, the flexitank itself should be inspected carefully before use.<\/p>\n
A damaged flexitank should never be installed simply to avoid replacing the unit.<\/p>\n
Once a flexitank carrying 20,000 liters of liquid begins leaking, the cost of recovery can be significantly higher than the cost of replacing a questionable bag before loading.<\/p>\n
\nStep 5: Install and Unfold the Flexitank<\/h2>\n
Carefully remove the flexitank from its packaging and position it according to the manufacturer’s installation instructions.<\/p>\n
The bag is normally unfolded along the length of the container toward the front or nose end.<\/p>\n
During this process:<\/p>\n
\n- Do not drag the flexitank across sharp surfaces.<\/li>\n
- Keep the bag centered.<\/li>\n
- Unroll it slowly.<\/li>\n
- Make sure it is not twisted.<\/li>\n
- Keep side flaps reasonably symmetrical.<\/li>\n
- Confirm that the valve orientation is correct.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The flexitank should lie evenly across the container floor before loading begins.<\/p>\n
An incorrectly positioned flexitank can create uneven pressure as it fills, increasing stress on the bag, valve, bulkhead, or container structure.<\/p>\n
\nStep 6: Install the Flexitank Bulkhead<\/h2>\n
The bulkhead is one of the most important components of a flexitank installation.<\/p>\n
Once the bag is filled, enormous pressure is exerted toward the container doors.<\/p>\n
The bulkhead acts as a retaining system that helps prevent the full flexitank from pushing directly against the doors.<\/p>\n
Depending on the flexitank design, the system may include:<\/p>\n
\n- A bulkhead sheet<\/li>\n
- Horizontal retaining bars<\/li>\n
- Adjustable bars<\/li>\n
- Door buffers<\/li>\n
- Valve retention components<\/li>\n
- Straps<\/li>\n
- Cable ties<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Install the bulkhead according to the flexitank manufacturer’s approved configuration.<\/p>\n
The lower section of the bulkhead sheet may need to be positioned underneath the flexitank.<\/p>\n
Retaining bars are then placed across designated container shoring slots or supporting positions.<\/p>\n
Each bar should be checked carefully to confirm that it is properly secured.<\/p>\n
\nStep 7: Position and Secure the Flexitank Valve<\/h2>\n
The loading and discharge valve must pass through the designated opening in the bulkhead.<\/p>\n
The valve should be:<\/p>\n
\n- Correctly positioned<\/li>\n
- Fully accessible<\/li>\n
- Properly supported<\/li>\n
- Securely retained<\/li>\n
- Protected from unnecessary pressure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Valve retention is particularly important because hose weight and loading operations can create substantial stress on the valve connection.<\/p>\n
Secure the valve retention system according to the equipment instructions.<\/p>\n
Before filling starts, inspect the valve and surrounding material again for any visible damage.<\/p>\n
\nStep 8: Prepare for Flexitank Loading<\/h2>\n
Once the container, flexitank, bulkhead, and valve have been correctly prepared, loading can begin.<\/p>\n
Before connecting the loading hose, verify:<\/p>\n
\n- Estado del contenedor<\/li>\n
- Bulkhead installation<\/li>\n
- Flexitank position<\/li>\n
- Valve security<\/li>\n
- Compatibilidad de la carga<\/li>\n
- Required loading volume<\/li>\n
- Densidad de la carga<\/li>\n
- Product temperature<\/li>\n
- Maximum payload<\/li>\n
- Shipping line approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The appropriate container door should remain closed and secured according to the loading procedure while access is maintained to the flexitank valve.<\/p>\n
Connect the loading hose using the correct fitting, such as a compatible cam-lock connection.<\/p>\n
Before connecting the hose, it is good practice to remove unnecessary air from the loading line.<\/p>\n
Introducing excessive air into a flexitank should be avoided because the system is designed primarily to transport liquid rather than large quantities of trapped air.<\/p>\n
\nStep 9: Start Loading Slowly<\/h2>\n
At the beginning of the filling process, liquid should normally be pumped into the flexitank slowly.<\/p>\n
This allows the bag to:<\/p>\n
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