Bitumen packing
Bitumen packing for transportation and storage requires specialized packaging to balance cost-efficiency and sustainability. Factors like volume, shipping distance, and storage determine the best options.
Bitumen packaging
Bitumen, a highly viscous liquid, requires packaging that prevents leaks and contamination. Transporting and storing bitumen requires specialized packaging to ensure cost-efficiency and environmental sustainability.
Choosing the right bitumen packing ensures safe handling, minimizes environmental impact, and reduces logistical challenges while maintaining bitumen quality during transit and storage.
Bitumen packing types
Selecting the right packaging helps optimize costs, support sustainability, and determine the packages bitumen price. Common bitumen packing includes many packaging like Cartons, Carton pallet shrinks, polyamide, and Polyester. However, 4 of these packaging are the most purchased ones.
Steel drum
Drums are the most common bitumen packing, known for their safety, durability, and consistent quality. Steel drums, with a 6 mm body thickness, are ideal for transporting and storing bitumen.
They are preferred for bulk trade but are more expensive than jumbo bags due to the higher cost of steel.
| Feature | Long Drum (180 kg) | Short Drum (150 kg) | Big Lid Drum (156 kg) |
| Material | New Cold Rolled Steel | New Cold Rolled Steel | New Cold Rolled Steel |
| Height | 980 mm | 860 mm | 890 mm |
| Diameter | 500 mm | 500 mm | 500 mm |
| Top/Base Thickness | 6 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm |
| Lid Thickness | 11 mm | 11 mm | 17 mm |
| Net Weight | 182 kg | 150 kg | 156 kg |
| Gross Weight | 192 kg | 158 kg | 164 kg |
| Empty Drum Weight | 9.5 kg | 8.5 kg | 8.5 kg |
Jumbo bag
A Jumbo bag is a flexible, multi-layer poly-alkene bags that reduce bitumen waste by 3-4% compared to drums. They are easy to use and environmentally friendly, as they only require tearing the outer layer before placing them in a molten furnace.
Chemical Mine World Ltd Polybags, made of two polymer layers with an internal layer, melt easily with bitumen. Available in weights:
- 25KG
- 50KG
- 300KG
- 800KG
- 1000KG (typical jumbo bags)
Bulk bitumen
In bulk trade, bitumen is shipped in liquid form from the refinery to the port and then delivered to the final destination. Although this is the most affordable option, its cost is influenced by factors such as capacity, loading time, and exchange rate fluctuations.
| Feature | Details |
| Max Capacity | 25 ~ 45 m³ |
| Max Weight | 4000 ~ 7800 kg |
| Dimensions | 6058 x 2438 x 2591 mm (short), 12192 x 2438 x 2591 mm (long) |
| Pressure | 0.1 MPa |
| Temperature | 250°C |
| Nitrogen Valve | Prevents asphalt aging |
| Transport | 20ft/40ft ISO tank containers |
| Insulation | High-quality heat insulation |
| Heating | Hot oil or direct heating (combustor/burners) |
| Ideal For | Seaway, highway, and railway transport |
Flexitank
A bitumen flexitank is a flexible, multi-layer bag made from durable materials like polypropylene and polyethylene, designed to fit in a 20-foot container. With a capacity of 14,000 to 24,000 liters and the ability to handle temperatures above 120 degrees, flexitanks are ideal for non-corrosive and non-hazardous liquids.
Why Kiapetro?
At Kiapetro, we specialize in providing high-quality bitumen packing solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you need a one-time order or a regular supply, we ensure reliable service, competitive pricing, and flexible payment options.
We also import bitumen from Iran, offering durable and efficient packaging that meets international standards, ensuring your bitumen is transported and stored safely and effectively.
FAQ
- What is the shelf life of bitumen in its packaging?
Sealed and out of sunlight.
- Can bitumen drums be reused?
They are reusable, supporting sustainability.
- What is the standard packaging size for bitumen drums?
180 to 200 kg