A global liquid chemical manufacturer required a safe, compliant and temperature-controlled chemical and fuel storage container for storing Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) containing temperature-sensitive chemicals.

Because the stored chemical could freeze at 20°C, the client needed a solution that would:

• Maintain safe internal temperatures
• Provide secure storage for hazardous materials
• Allow easy forklift access for loading and unloading
• Fit within a restricted site
• Meet strict health, safety and environmental standards

Standard container sizes did not maximise the available space, so the client required a fully customised build.

How Did Lion Containers Provide the Solution?

Lion Containers designed a custom-built 32ft bunded chemical and fuel storage container, specifically tailored to the site dimensions and operational requirements.

Specifications

• Custom 32ft unit to maximise available space
• Full front access with oversized doors
• Side access for efficient forklift loading

Safety & Compliance:

• Fully bunded floor with grated mesh flooring
• Integrated drain valves for spill management
• Fireproof Hemsec insulated panels
• British Standard compliant exterior coating

Temperature Control:

• 2KW Zone 2 rated heaters
• Zone 2 rated twin lighting system
• Custom-built distribution board to support specialist electrical requirements

Because of these modifications, the unit provided secure, regulation-compliant storage while protecting sensitive materials from freezing conditions.

Delivery

Lion Containers completed the full project in 50 days, ensuring the client received a highly specialised storage solution without compromising on quality or compliance.

Despite strict site regulations due to explosive hazard risks, delivery and installation went smoothly thanks to Lion’s extensive experience with hazardous environments.

What Results Did the Client Achieve?

The finished container delivered:

• Secure storage for hazardous chemicals and fuel
• Temperature-controlled conditions for sensitive materials
• Full COSHH-compliant bunded protection
• Easy forklift access for daily operations
• Maximum use of restricted site space

As a result, the client gained a robust chemical storage solution that met both operational and legal requirements.

Why Choose Lion Containers for Chemical and Fuel Storage Containers?

Lion Containers has extensive experience building chemical and fuel storage containers for industrial, agricultural and manufacturing sectors.

Lion provides:

• Custom-built bunded chemical stores
• Fireproof and temperature-controlled units
• Full regulatory compliance
• Fast, reliable project delivery
• Solutions tailored to hazardous environments

To get started on your container project, speak to our staff.

FAQs – Chemical and Fuel Storage Containers

What is a chemical and fuel storage container?

A chemical and fuel storage container is a specially modified shipping container designed to safely store hazardous substances, chemicals, fuels or flammable materials.

Can chemical storage containers be temperature controlled?

Yes. We install specialist heating, insulation and electrical systems to maintain required internal conditions.

Are these containers compliant with safety regulations?

Yes. Lion Containers builds units to meet relevant COSHH, Health & Safety and Environmental Agency standards.