Uses and Benefits of Reefer Tank Containers

Reefer tank containers are a convenient and cost-effective way to transport items sensitive to temperature. Equipped with an electric-powered glycol system, they can both cool and heat cargoes/products as needed, saving time, energy and money. Learn more about their uses and the amazing benefits they offer here. What are Reefer Tank Containers? Reefer tank containers, also known as insulated tank containers, are a form of intermodal container designed to transport and store items sensitive to temperature. They are composed of a steel frame with an interlocking system allowing for easy stacking and transferring from one mode of transportation to another. It’s also equipped with an electric-powered glycol system that helps maintain the temperature inside the reefer tank as needed.