Tank containers

With its tank container production, Van Hool has secured a strong position on the global intermodal transport market, where the tank container is still gaining in importance. Van Hool is unique in this sector. It is the only manufacturer in the world that builds tank containers in stainless steel (for chemicals) and in aluminium (for powders) as well as gas tanks in stainless steel or carbon steel in the same factory.

Every day, seven to eight containers – distinguished from each other by their different uses – leave the production line. This amounts to about 1,800 units annually. Well-thought-out engineering, flexible craftsmanship, high product quality and unique diversity are what lie behind Van Hool's success.

Van Hool also offers the ideal solution for combined road/rail transport. Its various models of swap tanks are a familiar sight and the market for these tanks is still growing.

Foodstuffs

For the transport of foodstuffs, for example beer or chocolate, Van Hool builds tank containers according to your specific requirements.

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Chemicals

With years of experience and constant innovation in the field of tank containers for chemicals, Van Hool is your ideal partner.

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Gas

With years of experience and constant innovation in the field of tank containers for gas, Van Hool is your ideal partner.

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Bitumen

With years of experience and constant innovation in the field of tank containers for bitumen, Van Hool is your ideal partner.

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CO2

With years of experience and constant innovation in the field of tank containers for CO2, Van Hool is your ideal partner.

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Cryogenic gas

A renowned manufacturer of tank containers, Van Hool also builds a double-walled tank containers for the transport of cryogenic gases. These gases are transported at temperatures as low as -200°C.  The 20' container with its 20,000-litre capacity could be compared to a Thermos flask with the vacuum between the inner and outer tank creating a very high level of insulation and and having to absorb any expansion or shrinkage of the steel. Tank and container structure are made from stainless steel and requirements regarding accuracy and finish are extremely stringent. The tank containers also undergo rigorous testing.

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Specials

In addition to large series, Van Hool also effortlessly produces individual, customised tank containers. Naturally, these tank containers also meet the highest quality standards. Special builds are individual tank containers made to your requirements.

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Bulk

With years of experience and constant innovation in the field of pressure and pressureless bulk containers, Van Hool is your ideal partner.

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