Cleaning Cargo holds
Category: Tank Cleaning

Hold Cleaning

Equipment for Bulk Carriers

Fast cargo changeovers require efficient and reliable hold cleaning. Scanjet’s hold cleaning systems help bulk carriers reduce turnaround times, improve safety and maintain high cargo quality standards.

Efficient, Safe and Cost-Effective Hold Cleaning

Modern bulk carrier operations demand fast cargo changeovers and high standards of cleanliness. Scanjet’s hold cleaning solutions are designed to help ship operators clean cargo holds quickly, safely and efficiently, reducing turnaround times while protecting both cargo and vessel integrity

Cleaning the holds is necessary even if the vessel carries the same cargo repeatedly. All cargo holds must be thoroughly cleaned before loading the next cargo, regardless of the previous cargo. If the vessel carries cargoes that solidify residues on surfaces, immediate cleaning after discharge becomes crucial, as these residues may become nearly impossible to remove later on.

Why Hold Cleaning Matters

Even when transporting the same cargo repeatedly, cargo holds require regular cleaning. Thorough cleaning between voyages helps:

  • Prevent contamination of subsequent cargoes
  • Remove residues before they harden and become difficult to remove
  • Reduce corrosion and protect painted surfaces
  • Meet charter party and cargo quality requirements
  • Maintain vessel flexibility for rapid cargo changes

Failure to clean holds promptly after discharge can lead to increased maintenance costs, cargo claims and longer port stays

Customized Solutions for Every Vessel

Scanjet offers a wide range of installations for bulk carriers, including:

  • Foldable installations
  • Vertically retractable installations
  • Portable hold cleaning equipment

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