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JB Anderson
Protect Your Cargo with the All-new JB Anderson Desiccant Blanket
We are very pleased to introduce the all-new JB Anderson Blanket – a next-level desiccant placed on top of cargo or pallets with optimal space usage in mind. Here are its benefits at a glance:– Cost-effective– Easy installation– Quick installation– Minimal space use –...
In What Ways Does JB Anderson’s Global Footprint Benefit You?
JB Anderson’s global footprint benefits all our customers – but before we elaborate, let’s briefly tell you about what we do. A division of ALC, JB Anderson provides a range of end-to-end solutions designed to secure and protect goods that are typically transported...
Why NOT Using the Right Desiccants Puts Cargo at Risk
Why NOT Using the Right Desiccants in Shipping Containers Puts Cargo at Risk By not using the right desiccants during transport and storage, every time, you are putting your cargo at risk. Why? Because most cargo is sensitive to atmospheric conditions and requires...
Pharmaceutical Products Need Silica Gel Packets for These 5 Reasons
Pharmaceutical Products Need Silica Gel Packets for These 5 Reasons There are numerous industries that manufacture products that rely on silica gel packets. The pharmaceutical industry is one of them. In short, these effective moisture absorbing packets that contain...
How Should Good Desiccant Bags Perform During Storage and Shipping?
The answer to this question is simple. Good desiccant bags, used in storage and shipping containers, or other vessels, should: (a) Not leak and (b) Absorb moisture as expected To ensure they perform as intended, rigorous testing is required – which is something we...
Why Transporting Cocoa in Liners is an Effective and Safe Solution
Before understanding why transporting cocoa in container liners is an effective and safe solution, let’s look at the difference between cacao and cocoa – a subject that attracts varying opinions. First off, cacao beans are technically cacao seeds from the cacao tree,...
A Useful Overview of Silica Gel Packets
Silica gel packets are popular desiccants that offer effective moisture protection in multiple applications – from certain foods and pharmaceuticals to photographic and aviation equipment. How it Works The gel, produced in granular and beaded forms, essentially...
What to Look for When Choosing a Shipping Container Desiccant Solution
When choosing a desiccant solution, you have to: (a) look for desiccant bags (dry bags) or products suited to your needs and (b) make sure you use the right amount of these moisture absorbers. Your needs will be determined by the type of cargo you want to transport...
Why is a 360° Shipping Container Preparation Solution Important When Exporting Commodities?
Reducing the risk of damage and loss during transit is essential for your bottom line. The Challenge Most if not all commodities that are transported in shipping containers are at risk of sustaining anything from minor to significant damage during transit in...
Liquid Packaging
This is How ALC’s Global Footprint Benefits You
This is an article about ALC’s global footprint and how it benefits our customers and partners worldwide. But first off, here is a brief overview of what we do. ALC has two core divisions offering premium end-to-end solutions that expertly secure and protect goods...
Exciting Expected Growth Trends in the IBC and Liquid Liner Industry
According to a recent report, the IBC liquid liner industry is expected to grow in the next five to six years. ‘The global IBC liners market is valued at USD 764.67 Million in 2020 to USD 1,121.27 Million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 5.27% from 2021 to 2028.’ –...
Experience IBC Liner Bag Applications via Quality Live Streaming Worldwide
Before we discuss how you can experience IBC liner bag applications and live product demos via quality live streaming – worldwide – we want to acknowledge how the global landscape has been changing and adapting. The World We Live in Today Borders and ports have been...
The 7 Benefits of Choosing Higher-quality IBC Liquid Liners
Choosing higher-quality IBC liquid liners has short-term and long-term benefits. In this blog post, we list them for you, along with a concise explanation to highlight the value to you. Here goes… OPTIMISATIONFor starters, higher-quality quad liners are optimised for...
Why You Shouldn’t Compromise on Quality When Choosing a Bulk Liquid Liner
Compromising on quality when choosing a bulk liquid liner is not recommended. Liquid liners, for an intermediate bulk container, for example, can fail you if they are: Of inferior quality to start off with Not customised for the liquid they intend to carry Not tested...
How to Choose the Correct IBC Liners for Transporting Liquid in Bulk
Transporting liquid in bulk by using a liquid liner in a collapsible intermediate bulk container (IBC) is an excellent decision. But it is important to choose the correct solution for your purposes. To help guide you, we address the following points in this blog post:...
Bringing Live Streaming Tech Solutions to the IBC Container Industry
With the IBC container industry predicted to see significant global growth in the coming years, the need to provide product information and demonstrations – across multiple regions – has become equally important for the industry. ALC identified this trend and elected...
Why Liner Testing is Critical for IBC Container Liner Solutions
IBC container liners, or IBC tote liners, are typically used for products that are or need to be transported in bulk. This means that large quantities are likely involved, which translates to significant monetary value in transit. Lack of Information = Lack of Control...
Why Using Liquid Liners for IBC Containers is an Ideal Solution for Safely Transporting Bulk Liquid Products
Before looking at why liquid liners for IBC containers are ideal for safely transporting liquid products in bulk, let's look at some of the challenges of transporting bulk liquid products. Transporting liquids in bulk comes with many challenges including: Avoiding...