Sep 20, 2022 | JB Anderson
Why NOT Using the Right Desiccants in Shipping Containers Puts Cargo at Risk By not using the right desiccants during transport and storage, you are putting your cargo at risk. Why? Because most cargo is sensitive to atmospheric conditions and requires specific...
Sep 20, 2022 | JB Anderson
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 silica gel help protect products from moisture damage. But let’s...
Jun 12, 2022 | JB Anderson
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...
Jun 12, 2022 | JB Anderson
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,...
Mar 15, 2022 | JB Anderson
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...
Mar 15, 2022 | JB Anderson
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...
