This series is an ISO standard containerized tank container dedicated to low-temperature ethylene, custom-designed for ethylene’s -104°C ultra-low temperature and flammable & explosive characteristics. It adopts a double-layer high-vacuum powder insulation structure, integrated with a full-explosion-proof safety control system and special low-temperature valve group.
Suitable for the global 20ft/40ft standard container logistics system, it supports sea, road, and rail intermodal transportation, meeting the cross-regional and long-distance storage and transportation demands of ethylene in petrochemical, rubber & plastic processing, fine chemical synthesis, and other industries. It balances ultra-low temperature storage stability, explosion-proof safety, and global logistics compatibility.
I. Core Basic Parameters
Parameter Item Typical Configuration Index (Customizable)
Designed Medium Low-temperature ethylene (C₂H₄), cryogenic liquid at -104°C
Insulation Structure Double-layer tank + high-vacuum powder insulation, optimized for ethylene cryogenic service with ultra-low evaporation loss
Inner Tank Material 304/316L austenitic stainless steel, crack-resistant at cryogenic temperatures, ensuring high purity and no contamination
Outer Tank Material Q345R/16MnR high-strength carbon steel (304 stainless steel available for upgraded anti-corrosion & weather resistance)
Anti-Corrosion Process Sand blasting + purging + spraying, heavy-duty anti-corrosion two-component fast-curing coating (weather-resistant, salt-spray resistant, wear-resistant, dust-resistant)
Standard Sizes 20ft standard tank container, 40ft standard tank container
Effective Volume 20ft: 8~20m³; 40ft: 25~45m³ (customizable on demand)
Rated Working Pressure 0.8/1.0/1.6MPa, explosion-proof design for various unloading & storage conditions
Operating Temperature -104°C ~ 50°C, covering full ethylene cryogenic storage and transportation conditions
Medium Purity ≥99.95% for high-end chemical synthesis; 99.99% ultra-high purity available on request
Loading/Unloading Connections Sealed explosion-proof low-temperature liquid/vapor quick connectors, suitable for pressurized / self-pressurized unloading
Core Configurations Explosion-proof pressure/level/temperature/vacuum real-time monitoring system, pneumatic emergency shut-off valve, static grounding interlock device
Safety Accessories Dual explosion-proof safety valves, overpressure relief device, anti-overturning reinforced structure, vacuum protection system, flame detector (optional)
Transport Frame Complies with ISO 6346 standard container frame, suitable for global port lifting, stacking, and storage with explosion-proof reinforcement
Design Standards Base: GB150, GB/T 24924. Customizable to ASME BPVC VIII, PED, ADR/RID, IMDG, DOT, NFPA and other international explosion-proof / cryogenic / marine standards
Core Features Cryogenic crack resistance, full-process explosion-proof sealing, intermodal compatibility, specially for flammable & explosive media
II. Core Selling Points by Regional Market
(I) European Market
1. Full EU Compliance + Explosion-Proof Certification
Customized versions comply with ADR/RID (Class 9 dangerous goods), PED, ATEX explosion-proof certification, and IMDG marine regulations. Valve groups and monitoring systems are EU-certified explosion-proof, fully meeting strict European cross-border storage and transport rules for low-temperature flammable & explosive media, with unobstructed access to European road, rail, and sea logistics networks.
2. Cryogenic Insulation for High-End Chemical Industry
High-vacuum powder insulation is specially optimized for -104°C ethylene, with daily evaporation rate far below the industry average, greatly reducing ethylene loss. 316L stainless steel inner tank ensures purity ≥99.95%, precisely matching high-purity ethylene demand in European rubber & plastic processing, fine chemical synthesis, and advanced new materials (e.g., biodegradable plastics).
3. Green & Low-Carbon in Line with EU Industrial Policies
Cryogenic liquid transport volume per unit is several times that of traditional high-pressure gas transport, compatible with European intermodal systems, reducing trips, fuel consumption, and carbon emissions. Ultra-low evaporation lowers ethylene leakage, supporting EU ETS carbon reduction, European Green Deal, and dual explosion-proof & environmental requirements for the chemical industry.
4. EU-Standard Explosion-Proof for European Logistics
ISO standard frame matches European port standardized lifting equipment. Explosion-proof reinforced structure meets storage and unloading management requirements of European chemical industrial parks. Explosion-proof electrical components integrate seamlessly with European plant gas supply systems without on-site modification, improving cross-border logistics efficiency.
(II) North American Market
1. Full US Standard Compatibility & Explosion-Proof Intermodal
Customized versions comply with ASME BPVC VIII (cryogenic pressure vessels), DOT 406 dangerous goods transportation regulations, IMDG maritime requirements and NFPA 30 explosion-proof standards, compatible with cross-state highway, ocean and rail intermodal systems in the US and Canada, and can directly connect to cross-border storage networks in major petrochemical belts such as the U.S. Gulf Coast and Texas.
2. Large Volume & High Pressure for Large Petrochemical Demand
Mainly promotes 40ft large-volume (25–45 m³) + 1.0/1.6MPa high-pressure models, suitable for large ethylene production bases, rubber & plastic processing giants and chemical fiber manufacturers. Single-unit capacity can meet several days to weeks of gas consumption, replacing multiple traditional trips and greatly improving logistics efficiency.
3. Intelligent Explosion-Proof Monitoring for North American Management
Supports customized remote explosion-proof intelligent monitoring system, realizing real-time transmission of level, pressure, temperature and vacuum data, explosion-proof abnormal alarms and full traceability of unloading records, in line with the intelligent and standardized safety production and logistics management requirements of North American chemical enterprises.
4. Extreme Condition Adaptation & Wide Temperature Resistance
Tank insulation is optimized for both cryogenic and high-temperature environments, adapting to extreme alternating conditions: severe cold below -30°C in northern North America and high-temperature dryness in the south, ensuring stable ethylene storage and transportation. The frame is thickened and explosion-proof reinforced, suitable for rural and mountain roads in North America, reducing equipment damage risk during transportation.
(III) Southeast Asian Market
1. Optimized for Tropical High Temperature & Humidity, Low Loss & Overpressure Protection
High-vacuum powder insulation layer is thickened by 30%, and the outer shell is treated with high-temperature heat insulation. It operates stably in Southeast Asia’s 40°C+ hot and humid environment, effectively controlling ethylene evaporation loss and preventing tank overpressure. The valve group and sealing system adopt high-temperature, moisture-proof and explosion-proof design to avoid sealing failure and explosion-proof faults caused by extreme heat and humidity.
2. 20ft Small-to-Medium Volume for Maximum Logistics Flexibility
Mainly promotes 20ft small-to-medium volume (8–20m³) models, matching the ethylene consumption scale of small and medium‑sized petrochemical, plastic & rubber, and food packaging enterprises in Southeast Asia. The ISO standard frame fully complies with lifting, stacking and short‑haul road transport standards at major regional ports including Singapore, Port Klang and Laem Chabang, with no special spreaders required, reducing port logistics costs.
3. Simple Explosion‑Proof Operation for Local Infrastructure
Sealed explosion‑proof quick connectors enable standardized unloading with simple operation, no highly skilled explosion‑proof operators needed. Wear parts are globally common specifications, supporting local procurement and basic maintenance, lowering operation and maintenance barriers. The outer tank coating is enhanced for salt‑spray resistance, suitable for highly corrosive coastal port and short‑sea shipping environments.
4. Supports Petrochemical Industry Upgrading in Southeast Asia
Precisely matches the petrochemical upgrading demand in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and other countries, providing a stable and safe cross‑regional ethylene storage and transport solution for plastics, film, fine chemicals and other industries. Replaces traditional high‑pressure gas transport and greatly reduces comprehensive gas costs for enterprises.
(IV) Middle East Market
1. Full Adaptation to Extreme Desert Heat, Stable Explosion‑Proof Transport
Tank insulation and outer shell are specially optimized for high temperatures, ensuring stable operation under 55°C+ extreme desert heat and minimizing ethylene evaporation loss. The entire unit features dust‑proof and sand‑proof explosion‑proof sealing, with protective covers on valves and connections to avoid sand‑induced failures, suitable for long‑distance desert highway transport and open‑air port storage.
2. High‑Pressure Direct Supply for Core Petrochemical Demand
1.0/1.6MPa high‑pressure versions can connect directly to the gas supply systems of petrochemical, plastic & rubber, and chemical fiber enterprises without on‑site boosting. It satisfies the centralized gas supply demand of large‑scale Middle Eastern petrochemical parks and ensures continuous industrial production.
3. Heavy Anti‑Corrosion for Desert & Coastal Dual Environments
The outer tank uses a special heavy‑duty anti‑corrosion and wear‑resistant coating for desert applications, resisting both sand abrasion and salt‑spray corrosion along the Persian Gulf (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Kuwait). One unit serves both desert and coastal areas without scene‑specific customization, reducing procurement and management costs.
4. Standardized Design Compatible with Middle East Logistics System
ISO standard container frame matches standard lifting equipment at major Middle Eastern ports, enabling fast loading, unloading and stacking. It fits the overland container transport system and supports cross‑country long‑distance transport (UAE → Saudi Arabia → Oman), improving cross‑regional ethylene logistics efficiency.
(V) African Market
1. Infrastructure‑Friendly Explosion‑Proof Design, Extreme Durability
Tank container frame and vessel are extra‑thickened and explosion‑proof reinforced, with excellent anti‑vibration, impact resistance and deformation resistance, suitable for unpaved, rough roads and harsh transport conditions across Africa, greatly lowering equipment damage risk during transit. The tank sealing and explosion‑proof components are simplified with fewer complex precision parts, reducing failure rates and adapting to open‑air storage and limited supporting facilities.
2. Cost‑Effective Small‑to‑Medium Volume for African Petrochemical Demand
Provides significant price advantages over European and American brands. Mainly supplies cost‑effective 20ft models, matching ethylene demand in small and medium‑sized petrochemical, plastic & rubber, and food packaging enterprises in South Africa, Nigeria, Egypt and other countries. Volume and connection types can be easily customized according to road and port regulations of each African country.
3. Solves Core Logistics Pain Points & Ensures Stable Cross‑Regional Supply
ISO standard frame is compatible with formal port lifting systems in Africa, supporting seamless ocean + short‑haul port transport. It solves th
