Flexitank the best in liquid (aviation maintenance) transportation

August 31st, 2010 admin Posted in aviation |

By Walker Mcfadden

Flexitank is a product that has become very popular to store and transport all kinds of liquids and chemicals. This is something you can place on a 20 feet dry contained and it can easily be applied and it allows the full use of the container space. With flexitank you can easily transport all kinds of liquids like latex, wine, lubricants, additives, edible oils and many more.

Flexitank can be considered to be extremely safe as it is made of very strong and flexible multi layer polyethylene inner liners, it is encapsulated by a strong one side coated fabric out liner and it has some unique mechanical properties which allow the liquids to survive any kind of stress that they may have to face during transportation.

Flexitank can also be considered to be very reliable as it is made from virgin resin and it follows all the standards required when you are transporting any kind of edible and food products in liquid form. It follows the quality control procedures and extensive testing to assure full quality and it can easily be disposed without causing any kind of environmental issues as well.

Flexitank can be used to transport all kind of liquids and they include concentrate fruit juices, wine, vegetable oils, mineral water, glucose and malt extracts and also you can transport other products like base oils, lubricants, transformer oils, fertilizers and additives as well.

The usage of flexitank can be very important when you are in the middle of a natural or manmade emergency where you need to transport liquids to areas where there is a deficiency of food and other raw materials as well.

Installation and usage of flexitank is extremely simple. The tanks comes folded in cardboard boxes which can be packed up in palette and which can be easily transported to the place where they need to be utilized.

Flexitanks have been manufactured keeping all the facilities in mind which include whether you want to have a top charge and discharge system or whether you want to have a bottom discharge system depending on the kind of liquid and the way how you want to install the flexitank on your container.

You do not need to have any kind of special training to be able to handle and install the flexitank and therefore, this can prove to be a very important equipment where emergencies are always asking for the best and the fastest and easiest methods of transportation of equipment and materials.

Walker Mcfadden has spent a few years as a firefighter in British Columbia, Canada. He follows the industry as a freelance writer and writes regularly on Aerial Fire Fighting. This article aims to provide readers valuable information regarding flexitank

Aerial Transport Fuel-Easy
For Increased Fuel-Hauling Capability

By Walker Mcfadden

The Fuel-Easy helicopter fuel tank system, designed by SEI Industries Ltd., is designed for aerial transport to and from forest fires in the safest, fastest mode of transportation possible. The aerodynamic design of the Fuel-easy(tm) helicopter fuel tank allows for aerial transport via helicopter in maximum cruise speed. Fuel-Easy offers the operator greatly increased fuel-hauling capability compared to the fuel drum.

The shell of the helicopter fuel tank is made of radio frequency welded polyester or nylon scrim coated fabric. Fuel-Easys body is cradled by vertical straps to create points for a lifting harness. Its five minute set-up allows for a fully usable product to be filled and in the air in less time. Pliable, puncture safe material allows for full collapse when not in use. When collapsed, the unit can be hand carried in a pair of bags. This external fluid container is safe as well as cost efficient. Fuel-Easy offers the operator greatly increased fuel-hauling capability compared to the fuel drum with the added convenience of knowing clean fluids will stay clean and contaminant free until needed.

Camlock fittings are used on both top and bottom of the helicopter fuel tank. The bottom camlock fitting allows for gravity draining. No vapor, less waste provides portable fluid for forest fire suppression work as well as ferrying operations. The system is available in three sizes. Large units use a galvanized steel frame, or slightly smaller units using a cast aluminum frame.

This helicopter fuel tank has been tested in the most rugged conditions. Predictable and stable in flight, the Fuel-Easy system has been tested from the Arctic to African deserts. This aerial transportation system has performed equally well under any conditions. This translates into safe delivery of fluid each and every time.

Optional Features

Optional ground hoses, optional fittings, separate ground wire to connect the bladder with the stand of the helicopter fuel tank.

Safety Features

The Fuel Easy helicopter fuel tank has a rigid frame that maintains its configuration in any condition. A partial load will allow the frame to collapse into itself to allow for full stabilization while in flight.

Safety is top priority to SEI Industries, Ltd. Well established, respected, trusted and utilized by Latin America, North America and Canada, SEIs full service facility is conveniently located in North Delta, British Columbia.

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Fuel bladder above ground temporary fuels storage solutions

By Walker Mcfadden

The SEI fuel bladder Fuel-Easy system is a fully collapsible external liquid container for safe and cost-efficient transportation by helicopter, to and from remote location.

It is proven to work in the toughest conditions around the world, from the cold Arctic, to the arid deserts of Africa.

Fuel bladder systems offer a wide range of improvements over conventional fuel drums when it comes to helicopter transportation safety and efficiency. This is a vital issue when confronting wildland fires in remote or inaccesible locations.

There are more than 2,000 wildfires in British Columbia every year. Through quick suppresive action 92% of all wildfires in British Columbia are controlled at less than tour hectares (9.8 acres) damage. One of the keys to preventing wildfires from expanding is the early detection and aggresive inicial attack.

SEI is manufacturing water storage tanks and fuel bladders since 1978, working since to aid the wildfire supression industry.

The Fuel-Easy system makes the transportation of fuels or other liquids by helicopter a risk free and smooth operation.

Characteristics

A lightweight structure that can be assembled easily under 5 minutes. The fuel bladder is made of high strength urethane coated nylon, a fexible and damage proof material. The frame of the fuel bladder is high strength aluminium, bronze or steel.

The fuel bladder shows increased savings compared to a fuel drum. Because of its aerodynamic design, the fuel bladder can be flown at a helicopters maximum cruise speed while remaining predictable and stable in flight. A cargo load that changes shape in flight can be dangerous. The sturdy yet light metal frame of the fuel bladder guarantees a symmetrical position while flying. Unlike fuel drums, the Fuel-Easy system doesnt tend to move around on the hook..

When flown with partial cargo, the fuel bladder collapses itself, creating the required aerodynamic drag to stabilize the aircraft in flight.

Standard pipe fittings for the fuel bladder system are 2 (5cm) NPT Flange on top for all the fill piping and a 2 (5cm) NPT Flange on the bottom for the outlet piping. Fuel Easy bladders can be equipped with different piping diameters as optional equipment according to your needs.

Fuel bladders are specially available for potable water and a variety of chemicals.

SEI Industries Ltd. is committed to providing reliable tools and excellent customer service to the aerial firefighting community. The companys Firefighting Division is focused on meeting the demands of the many operators and agencies charged with protecting people, property and assets worldwide. Our overall commitment is to make sure that our equipment is safe, reliable and performing optimally to ensure that you can get your job done.

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