BRF Container Flexitank is a flexible bulk liquid transportation solution designed to convert a standard 20-foot shipping container into an efficient liquid cargo transport system.
By combining a specially engineered flexible tank with a standard dry container, BRF Container Flexitank helps shippers transport large volumes of non-hazardous bulk liquids while reducing the need for drums, IBCs and dedicated tank containers.
Designed with a multi-layer liquid barrier structure, protective outer layer and secure loading and discharge systems, BRF Container Flexitank provides a practical solution for international ocean freight, multimodal transportation and bulk liquid logistics.
Safe. Efficient. Flexible. Global.
BRF Logistics — Smarter Solutions for Bulk Liquid Transportation.
Why Choose BRF Container Flexitank?
Traditional liquid transportation often requires drums, IBC totes or reusable ISO tanks. These solutions can involve additional packaging, handling, cleaning, storage and return logistics.
BRF Container Flexitank provides an alternative approach.
A flexible tank is professionally installed inside a standard shipping container and expands within the available cargo space, allowing shippers to transport significantly larger quantities of liquid in a single container.
Depending on the product, tank specification and transportation requirements, flexitank capacities can commonly range from approximately 16,000 to 24,000 liters. Actual loading capacity should always be determined according to cargo density, container limitations, applicable regulations and the selected flexitank specification.
Key Advantages
Higher Payload Efficiency
Maximize usable container capacity and reduce the number of individual packages required for bulk liquid transportation.
Reduced Packaging Requirements
Replace large numbers of drums or IBCs with a single flexible liquid transport system.
Cost-Effective Logistics
Reduce packaging, handling and return logistics associated with certain traditional bulk liquid transportation methods.
Trasporto multimodale
Designed for integration with ocean, road and rail transportation where the selected flexitank and carrier requirements permit.
Single-Use Solution
Single-use flexitanks can help reduce cross-contamination concerns associated with reusable liquid containers and eliminate the need to return empty tank equipment.
Advanced Multi-Layer Flexitank Construction
The performance of a flexitank depends heavily on its internal film structure, outer protection and connection system.
BRF Container Flexitank can be configured with a multi-layer polyethylene liquid barrier system combined with a durable external protective layer.
The inner layers provide the primary liquid containment function, while the external protective layer helps protect the tank against abrasion and external mechanical stress during handling and transportation.
Multi-Layer Protection
Inner PE Layer
Provides the primary liquid-contact surface.
Secondary PE Layer
Creates an additional containment barrier and enhances overall system security.
Protective Outer Layer
A high-strength polypropylene outer sleeve can provide additional protection during loading, transportation and unloading.
This type of multi-layer construction is widely used in modern flexitank systems because it combines liquid containment with mechanical protection.
Secure Valve & Loading System
The loading and discharge system is one of the most important components of a flexitank.
BRF Container Flexitank can be configured with different valve solutions depending on the cargo, loading method and discharge requirements.
Available configurations may include:
- Butterfly valves
- Ball valves
- Integrated valve systems
- Secure compression sealing
- Reinforced valve connection points
- Loading and discharge configurations
- Optional venting systems
The valve configuration can be customized according to the customer’s loading and unloading equipment.
A secure valve connection helps reduce the risk of leakage during loading, transportation and discharge.
Designed for Bulk Liquid Cargo
BRF Container Flexitank is suitable for a wide range of non-hazardous bulk liquid products, subject to product compatibility, applicable regulations and the selected flexitank specification.
Food & Beverage
- Vegetable Oil
- Palm Oil
- Soybean Oil
- Canola Oil
- Olive Oil
- Fruit Juice
- Wine
- Syrups
- Liquid Food Ingredients
- Food Additives
Food-grade applications require appropriate food-contact materials, dedicated handling procedures and applicable certifications. High-quality flexitanks are commonly used for bulk food and beverage transportation.
Industrial Liquids
- Base Oils
- Lubricants
- Surfactants
- Liquid Additives
- Water-Based Products
- Non-Hazardous Chemicals
- Industrial Raw Materials
Agricultural Products
- Agricultural Oils
- Liquid Fertilizers
- Plant-Based Oils
- Agricultural Liquid Ingredients
Important: Flexitank suitability depends on the physical and chemical characteristics of the cargo. Hazardous materials and incompatible products require separate evaluation and should not be shipped in a standard flexitank unless specifically approved for that application.
Food Grade Flexitank
For food and beverage manufacturers, product integrity is critical.
BRF can provide flexitank configurations designed for food-grade bulk liquid transportation, using appropriate food-contact materials and dedicated specifications.
A single-use system can help reduce the potential for cross-contamination compared with equipment that has previously transported different products. Specialized flexitank systems may also be configured for products such as wine, edible oils and fruit concentrates.
Ideale per:
Edible Oils | Wine | Juice | Syrups | Food Ingredients | Liquid Food Products
For every food-grade project, BRF can evaluate the cargo characteristics, loading temperature, viscosity, density, required capacity and destination requirements before recommending the appropriate configuration.
Highly Configurable Flexitank Solutions
Not every liquid cargo has the same transportation requirements.
BRF Container Flexitank can be customized according to the product and transportation environment.
Configuration Options
Capacity Options
Different capacities can be selected according to cargo density, loading requirements and container limitations.
Valve Options
Butterfly or ball valve configurations can be selected according to the customer’s loading and discharge system.
Liner Configuration
Different liner structures can be considered based on cargo compatibility and performance requirements.
Venting System
Optional venting configurations can be used for products requiring specific pressure management.
Heating Solution
For certain temperature-sensitive or high-viscosity products, heating-related solutions may be considered where technically appropriate.
Baffle / Internal Support Options
Special configurations can be developed for particular transportation requirements.
BRF’s reference product similarly emphasizes configurable loading/unloading systems, valve enhancements, internal baffling, additional liners and venting systems.
From Factory to Final Destination
BRF Container Flexitank is designed to integrate with an international bulk liquid supply chain.
A typical transportation process can include:
01 — Container Selection
A suitable 20-foot container is selected according to structural condition, cleanliness, cargo requirements and carrier requirements.
02 — Flexitank Installation
The flexitank is professionally fitted inside the container using the appropriate installation procedures and protective components.
03 — Loading
The cargo is loaded through the designated loading connection according to the product and operating requirements.
04 — Container Transportation
The loaded container can move through the appropriate transportation network, including ocean freight and, where permitted, road or rail transportation.
05 — Destination Handling
The container is delivered to the receiving facility for unloading.
06 — Liquid Discharge
The product is discharged through the designated valve system.
This approach allows one standard shipping container to function as a bulk liquid transportation unit without requiring a dedicated ISO tank for every shipment.
Cost-Effective Alternative to Traditional Bulk Packaging
For many bulk liquid shippers, transportation costs are not determined only by ocean freight.
Packaging, loading, unloading, storage, cleaning and empty-equipment repositioning can also contribute significantly to total logistics costs.
Flexitanks can help simplify this supply chain.
Compared with Drums
A flexitank can consolidate a large quantity of liquid into one flexible system instead of using numerous individual drums.
This can reduce:
- Packaging requirements
- Manual handling
- Pallet usage
- Loading labor
- Unloading labor
- Packaging waste
Compared with IBC Totes
Flexitanks utilize the internal volume of a standard container more efficiently for suitable bulk liquids and can reduce the number of individual units requiring handling.
Compared with ISO Tanks
For suitable one-way shipments, a flexitank eliminates the need to reposition an empty ISO tank after delivery.
BRF similarly highlights reduced return logistics and packaging-related costs as key advantages of flexitank transportation.
Sustainability in Bulk Liquid Transportation
BRF Container Flexitank is designed with logistics efficiency and sustainability in mind.
By transporting larger quantities of liquid in fewer individual packages, flexitanks can help reduce packaging materials and handling requirements.
Single-use flexitanks can also eliminate the need for empty ISO tank repositioning and reduce the cleaning processes associated with reusable tanks.
Depending on the material and local waste-management infrastructure, used flexitank materials may also be recyclable.
A More Efficient Supply Chain
More Liquid per Container
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Fewer Individual Packages
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Less Handling
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Lower Packaging Requirements
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More Efficient Transportation
BRF’s published materials also identify recyclable materials, reduced empty-container movements and lower transportation emissions as environmental benefits of flexitank logistics.
BRF Container Flexitank Applications
Food & Beverage
Efficient transportation of bulk edible oils, wine, juices, syrups and other suitable liquid food products.
Chemical Industry
Customized solutions for suitable non-hazardous industrial chemicals and liquid raw materials.
Lubricants & Base Oils
An efficient transportation method for suitable base oils, lubricants and additives.
Agriculture
Bulk transportation solutions for agricultural oils, liquid fertilizers and other suitable agricultural liquids.
International Trading
Flexible bulk liquid transportation for importers, exporters, manufacturers and distributors.
Perché scegliere BRF Logistics?
Global Freight Forwarding Experience
BRF Logistics combines flexitank solutions with international freight forwarding capabilities, helping customers coordinate transportation from origin to destination.
Integrated Logistics
We can coordinate the appropriate combination of:
Factory Pickup → Container Loading → Port Transportation → Ocean Freight → Destination Handling → Final Delivery
Customized Solutions
Every liquid cargo is different. BRF evaluates the product, volume, route and transportation requirements before recommending a suitable flexitank configuration.
Professional Handling
Flexitank transportation requires appropriate container selection, installation, loading and unloading procedures. BRF focuses on coordinating the necessary operational steps throughout the shipment.
One-Stop Service
Instead of purchasing a flexitank separately and arranging transportation independently, customers can work with BRF for an integrated bulk liquid logistics solution.
BRF Flexitank Service
More Than a Flexitank — A Complete Liquid Logistics Solution
BRF’s flexitank service can be integrated with international freight forwarding and door-to-door logistics.
Our service can include:
- Flexitank supply
- Container selection
- Flexitank installation
- Loading coordination
- Ritiro in fabbrica
- Port transportation
- Trasporto marittimo
- Coordinamento doganale
- Destination delivery
- Unloading coordination
- Assistenza per la documentazione
- Cargo insurance options
This integrated approach helps customers simplify their bulk liquid supply chain and reduce coordination between multiple logistics providers.
BRF Container Flexitank Specifications
| Articolo | BRF Container Flexitank |
|---|---|
| Application | Bulk liquid transportation |
| Contenitore | Standard 20′ dry container |
| Typical Capacity | Approx. 16,000–24,000 L* |
| Edilizia | Multi-layer PE + protective outer layer |
| Valve Options | Butterfly / Ball / Customized |
| Usage | Single-use / recyclable options |
| Carico | Suitable non-hazardous bulk liquids |
| Food Grade | Available for suitable food-grade applications |
| Loading | Top / rear / customized configuration |
| Discharge | Customized valve configuration |
| Transportation | Ocean / Road / Rail where permitted |
| Customization | Capacity, liner, valve, venting and other options |
*Actual capacity depends on cargo density, container specifications, flexitank design, loading conditions, carrier requirements and applicable regulations.
Container Flexitank vs Traditional Liquid Packaging
| Caratteristica | Flexitank | Drums | IBC Totes | ISO Tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bulk Capacity | High | Low | Medium | High |
| Packaging Units | 1 | Multiple | Multiple | 1 |
| Empty Return | Generally No | No | No | Usually Required |
| Gestione | Simple | Labor Intensive | Moderato | Specialized |
| Container Compatible | Sì | Sì | Sì | Dedicated Tank |
| Multimodal Potential | High | High | High | High |
| Food Grade Options | Sì | Sì | Sì | Sì |
| Custom Configuration | High | Medium | Medium | High |
| Ideale per | Bulk suitable liquids | Smaller quantities | Medium quantities | Reusable bulk transport |
Quality & Safety
Safety is at the center of every BRF Container Flexitank solution.
Before shipment, customers should consider:
- Cargo compatibility
- Container condition
- Flexitank capacity
- Cargo density
- Loading temperature
- Product viscosity
- Valve configuration
- Loading pressure
- Discharge requirements
- Carrier acceptance
- Destination regulations
- Applicable industry standards
For food-grade shipments, appropriate food-contact materials and relevant certification requirements should be confirmed before production and loading.
For chemical products, the product’s SDS, UN classification and compatibility requirements should be reviewed before selecting a flexitank.
BRF recommends technical evaluation before every first-time flexitank shipment.
Domande frequenti
What is a Container Flexitank?
A flexitank is a flexible liquid container installed inside a standard shipping container. It converts the container into a bulk liquid transportation unit suitable for approved liquid products.
How much liquid can a flexitank hold?
Depending on the design and cargo characteristics, flexitanks commonly offer capacities in the range of approximately 16,000–24,000 liters.
Can BRF Flexitanks transport food products?
Yes. Food-grade configurations can be supplied for suitable products such as edible oils, wine, juice and other liquid food ingredients, subject to material compatibility and applicable certification requirements.
Can flexitanks transport chemicals?
Some non-hazardous chemicals can be transported using flexitanks. However, compatibility must be evaluated based on the chemical’s physical and chemical properties before shipment.
Are flexitanks reusable?
Most modern flexitanks are designed as single-use systems. Depending on the material and local waste-management facilities, used components may be recyclable.
What container is normally used?
A standard 20-foot dry container is commonly used for international flexitank transportation.
Can BRF arrange transportation?
Yes. BRF can integrate the flexitank solution with international freight forwarding, ocean freight, inland transportation and door-to-door logistics.
Get Your BRF Container Flexitank Soluzione
Ship More. Handle Less. Move Bulk Liquids Smarter.
Che tu stia spedendo food-grade liquids, vegetable oils, wine, juice, base oils, lubricants, agricultural liquids or suitable non-hazardous chemicals, BRF Logistics can help you develop a practical flexitank transportation solution.
Tell us your:
Product + Quantity + Origin + Destination + Required Capacity
Our team can evaluate the shipment and recommend a suitable BRF Container Flexitank configuration and logistics solution.
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