Sometimes the best way to explain a solution is to let people step inside it.
That’s exactly what STC Spain did when it took its demo tank on the road.
In a sector where services can often seem intangible, Stolt Tank Containers (STC) in Spain has taken a refreshingly direct approach by inviting customers to experience the product first-hand.
“Customers use ISO tanks every day, but many have never actually seen one in person,” says Juanjo Llorente, Regional Sales Manager for Spain. “By opening the tank, quite literally, we’ve opened conversations that go far beyond logistics. We’ve built trust.”
This year, a repurposed demonstration tank travelled across Barcelona, Tarragona and Madrid, offering professionals from the food and chemical sectors the opportunity to step inside our equipment and see the safety, cleanliness and environmental standards that define STC’s operations.
Attendees gained insight into our strict cleaning protocols, on-site depot practices, and the high level of care we take to meet EU safety and environmental regulations. The events were designed to reflect the operational realities and concerns of both chemical manufacturers and food-grade clients.
Exceptions to the minimum fill requirement
The minimum fill requirement does not apply where:
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The product's kinematic viscosity at 20°C, or at the transport temperature, is greater than 2,680 cSt (mm²/s), or
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The tank container shell is divided into compartments by partitions or surge plates (baffle tanks)
The exact permissible volume and maximum gross weight must always be calculated using the actual product density at the time of loading, along with temperature, tank capacity, tank tare weight and applicable transport regulations.
Some products and equipment qualify for case-by-case exemptions. If you are uncertain whether an exemption applies, or how factors such as density, viscosity or product temperature affect your filling calculation, contact your Stolt Tank Containers representative and obtain approval for the required filling level before loading.
What Happens If a Tank Falls Outside the Limits
If a tank's filling level falls outside the approved range, it will need to be adjusted to a compliant level before it can be shipped. Therefore, getting the filling level right from the outset helps keep shipments moving without disruption and avoids any costs or delays arising from the corrective actions.
How Stolt Tank Containers Supports Compliance
We work alongside our customers at every stage of the loading process to keep shipments safe, compliant and on schedule. This includes:
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Providing guidance on compliant loading quantities
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Reviewing shipment details before dispatch to verify conformance
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Supporting adherence to international transport standards
Our goal is straightforward: safe movement, zero incidents, zero delays, and full protection of your brand and supply chain.
If you have any questions about filling ratios, exemptions or how to calculate the correct level for your product, contact your Stolt Tank Containers representative before loading.
We are happy to help you get it right, every time.
