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Guide to Loading Containers & Tanks Safely for Transport

The safe transport of stainless steel containers and tanks does not begin on the road, but rather with proper preparation...

Pitting Corrosion in Stainless Steel: Causes, Detection and Repair

Although stainless steel is commonly referred to as “rust-free,” tanks and equipment made from stainless steel are not completely...

Chemical Resistance of Stainless Steel – Comparison Table for 304 & 316L

How resistant is stainless steel to acids, alkalis or salt water? The answer depends on the alloy and the conditions of use...

CIP Cleaning (Clean-in-Place): Meaning, Process & Requirements for Tanks

CIP (Cleaning in Place) enables reproducible cleaning in a closed system – without dismantling and with clearly documented...

Behälter KG Bremen featured in Weser Kurier

In the Weser-Kurier, Julian Beckh is portrayed as Managing Director of Behälter KG, highlighting how the Bremen-based company...

Viscosity Table: Dynamic Viscosity (mPas) for Liquids, Oils & Chemicals

Viscosity describes the thickness (flow resistance) of liquids and gases. The higher the value, the thicker (less flowable)...

ATEX Certification for Agitator Vessels: EX Zones, Equipment Categories and What to Look For

Stainless steel agitator vessels are used every day across industries – from chemical processing and pharmaceuticals to food...

Stainless Steel Grades for Tanks & Vessels: 304 vs 316, V2A, V4A & Material Numbers Explained

Stainless steel has played a central role in vessel and plant construction for over 100 years. The most common grades belong...

Complete mixing room for cosmetic production with 7 stainless steel mixing tanks

K2517892

For a customer in the cosmetics industry, eight universal stainless steel mixing vessels were manufactured. The...

Types of Agitators & Mixing Impellers: The Complete Selection Guide

Depending on the medium, viscosity and process objective, different agitator types are used in industrial mixing technology...

2 Mixing Tanks with 1,000 Litre Volume, Anchor Agitator and Jet Mixer (food-grade, AISI316 / 1.4404)

In 2025, two custom 1,000-liter mixing vessels were manufactured for an international food producer. To meet the customer’s...

Testing & Recertification of Used IBC Containers – Requirements, Intervals & Costs

Used IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers) are employed across many industries for the storage and transport of liquids or...

Dismantling & purchase of a complete solvent storage tank facility – 800 tons CO₂ savings through reuse

Behälter KG successfully carried out a demanding dismantling project for an internationally leading pharmaceutical company...

Liquid Fertilizer Tank for UAN & AHL: Storage Requirements and Regulations

Liquid fertilizer tanks are indispensable in agriculture, as they form the basis for an efficient and uniform supply of nutrients...

Tanks for Water-Hazardous Substances: WHG/AwSV Requirements, Approvals & Designs

The German Water Resources Act (WHG) is the central regulatory framework in Germany governing the handling of water-hazardous...

Heating & Cooling Stainless Steel Tanks: All Methods Explained

Many process engineering applications require precise temperature control inside the vessel. Whether heating, maintaining...

Used stainless steel tanks as heat storage: efficiency and sustainability for industry and energy plants

In industrial processes and biomass power plants, excess heat often accumulates and frequently goes unused. Used stainless...

On-site visits to our central warehouse in Bremen

Purchasing industrial process equipment often requires more than technical specifications and photos. An on-site inspection...

Why is the the surface roughness of stainless steel tanks relevant?

The surface roughness of stainless steel tanks and vessels is a crucial factor for quality, hygiene, and compliance in various...

What to Consider When Purchasing a Stainless Steel Container for Food Products

Stainless steel containers are widely used in the food industry for various purposes, such as processing milk, fruit juices...

2 brand-new storage tanks of 3,450 litres each in AISI 304 with DN 600 dome lid and level indicator

K2417272

Two brand-new storage tanks with a volume of 3,450 litres each were manufactured for a Scandinavian biotechnology...

10 Horizontal Pressure Vessels, 115,000 Litres Each (316L, +2 bar, TÜV-Certified)

K2215211

For an international plant engineering company, we manufactured 10 brand-new horizontal pressure vessels with a...

Behälter KG Bremen portrayed in the leading German food magazine

In December 2024, Behälter KG was portrayed in the German food magazine Lebensmittel-Zeitung. We discussed our role as an...

The advantages of stainless steel IBC containers compared to plastic IBCs

Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) are indispensable in logistics and warehousing, especially for the transport and storage...

Sterile tanks for aseptic storage: properties and special features

The aseptic storage of liquids plays a crucial role in many industries, especially in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical...

What are the advantages of electrically heated containers?

Water and steam have always been the most widely used media for controlling the temperature of stainless steel containers...

6 storage tanks of 100,000 L and 4 process vessels of 25,000 L for a dairy

K2215892

For a medium-sized dairy, 6 brand-new storage tanks of 100,000 litres and 4 process vessels of 25,000 litres were...

2 ASME-certified process tanks of 40,570 litres each for the cosmetics industry (USA)

K2215754

For a customer from the cosmetics industry in the USA, 2 brand-new process tanks of 40,570 litres each were manufactured...

Workshop on inspection robots for surface reports of tanks & vessels

Together with Invert Robotics, we hosted an exciting workshop today. Together with clients, we tested the capabilities of...

13 jacketed agitator tanks with 4,000, 10,000 and 15,000 litre capacity

K2114608

For an industrial customer, 13 brand-new stainless steel agitator tanks were manufactured: 4 units of 15,000 litres...

Electrically Heated Mobile Mixing Tanks with 500 and 1,000 Litre Volume

3 Triple-Wall Agitator Tanks of 30,000 Litres Each (Food-Grade, AISI 316L)

K2114813

For a customer in the food industry, we manufactured 3 brand-new cream ripeners with 30,000 litres of usable volume...

Leasing or hire purchase: What options work for stainless steel tanks?

A hire purchase or leasing contract can be an interesting liquidity-saving alternative to the conventional procurement of...

6 jacketed mixing tanks for biotechnology applications (2,000–5,000 litres)

K2114376

For a customer in the biotechnology sector, six brand-new mixing tanks with volumes ranging from 2,000 to 5,000...

4 brand-new stainless steel tanks of 5,000 litres each for a CIP cleaning system

K2014271

For an industrial customer, 4 brand-new stainless steel tanks with a volume of 5,000 litres each were manufactured...

60,000-litre heatable storage tank on skirt (pillow-plate jacket, V4A)

For an industrial client, a brand-new storage tank with a capacity of 60,000 litres was manufactured for vertical installation...

4 mixing tanks with 30,000 litres and 4 storage tanks with 50,000 litres

K1812677

For an industrial customer, 4 brand-new storage tanks of 50,000 litres each on tubular legs and 4 brand-new mixing...

The purchase of a used stainless steel tank saves 5 tons of CO2

Every used stainless steel tank that is put into operation by our customers makes a positive contribution to maintaining...

2 brand-new melting tanks with 2,500 litres each for chocolate coating

For a customer in the food industry, we manufactured two brand-new melting tanks with a capacity of 2,500 litres each. The...

Brand-new jacketed mixing tank with 22,500 litres capacity for chocolate

A brand-new mixing tank with a capacity of 22,500 litres was manufactured for an industrial customer in food production...

5 brand-new mixing tanks of 10,000 litres each, steam-heated (AISI 316L)

K1913538

For a customer in the food industry, we manufactured 5 brand-new mixing tanks with a capacity of 10,000 litres each...

Brand-new vacuum-rated pharmaceutical ASME tank with 9,000 litre capacity

K2013830

A brand-new, vacuum-resistant ASME pressure vessel with a nominal volume of 9,000 liters was manufactured for a...

Jacketed stainless steel tank with 40,000 litre capacity and fully clad insulation jacket

K2013743

For an industrial client we manufactured a brand-new stainless steel tank with a usable volume of 40,000 litres...

6 common mistakes to avoid when operating a stainless steel tank

Stainless steel vessels are indispensable in many industries – whether in the food, chemical, or pharmaceutical sectors...

Business closures and plant closings: what to do with surplus equipment?

Closing a location is a difficult decision and many decision-makers are faced with new areas of responsibility. How do I...

7 Good Reasons to Buy Used Stainless Steel Vessels

Here we show why used stainless steel vessels are a smart alternative to new tanks: immediately available, often built to...

Invert Robotics and Behälter KG enter into a strategic partnership

Starting from January 2021, Invert Robotics as a highly innovative company in the field of digital surface testing and Behälter...

2 Agitator Tanks of 50,000 Litres Each for Adhesive Production (Export to USA)

For a globally operating chemical company, two brand-new stainless steel agitator tanks with a capacity of 50,000 litres...

Behälter KG exhibits at the Anuga FoodTec fair '18 / 19 in Cologne

Behälter KG thanks all customers and partners for visiting our booth at Anuga FoodTec in Cologne this year. We look back...