DUTCH life sciences and materials science company DSM has
showcased its lightweight containers, the new HighQ container, which aims to be
lighter than its steel counterparts by 20 per cent at the annual Intermodal
Europe tradeshow in Amsterdam.
The 45-foot pallet-wide high cube prototype container has
reduced its weight through composite panel made from advanced composite
material technology from DSM, to replace commonly used corrugated steel.
It is designed for a range of transport modes, including
sea. road and rail and tested through "severe situations" during
trials for Reykjavik-based Samskip. The carrier is to acquire the first series
for its fleet in 2013.
Its key advantage is cost-efficiency through a lower
weight combined with an aerodynamic design, which will increase competitiveness
of intermodal transport, said DSM in a company statement. Conversely, when used
in transport modes where weight limitations apply, such as road and rail, the
lower weight of the box itself results in payload increases.
This container is a true example of DSM using its
innovative power to drive sustainability in our society, said Theo Jongeling,
HighQ containers business manager at DSM. "The use of composite technology
reduces the impact on the environment even during the manufacturing stage and
continues to do this during the entire time that the container is operational.
This solution is good for the environment and our customers' business at the
same time."
Source : HKSG.
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