• Explore how the Omni Composite Tank Trailer leverages carbon fiber composites to enhance payload capacity and fuel efficiency.
• Discover the seamless thermoplastic interior design that reduces maintenance and maximizes safety for hazardous cargo transport.
• Learn about the advanced suspension and brake technologies driving superior performance and safety in tank trailer operations.

Advanced suspension technology, including SAF CBX Aerobeam, enhances performance and durability on the road. SAF-Holland Suspension on Kraft Tank with SAF’s Luke Groenwoud, National Fleet Manager (left) and Bruce Schauer, Procurement Manager for Heniff Transportation Systems (right)

Kansas City, Kansas, October 2, 2024 – Kraft Tank Corporation, a leading supplier of heavy-duty tank transport trailers, is pleased to announce the launch of the Omni Composite Tank Trailer, a revolutionary advancement in tank trailer technology.

Introducing the Omni Composite Tank Trailer: A New Era in Chemical Cargo Transportation

Developed in collaboration with Polar Tank Trailer—a division of Engineered Transportation International (EnTrans)—and Australia’s Omni Tanker, the Omni Composite Tank Trailer represents a significant leap forward in the design and functionality of tank trailers. This innovative trailer combines a seamless thermoplastic inner tank with a high-strength carbon fiber composite structure, offering unparalleled benefits for the transportation of hazardous materials.

What Makes the Omni Composite Tank Trailer Revolutionary?

The Omni Composite Tank Trailer features several cutting-edge technologies that set it apart:

1. Armored Thermoplastic Tank: The inner tank is made of a seamless, chemically resistant thermoplastic, providing exceptional durability and reducing maintenance needs.
2. Carbon Fiber Composite Structure: The outer structure utilizes high-strength carbon fiber composites, resulting in a lightweight tank trailer that maximizes payload capacity.
3. High-Integrity Interface: A patented technology ensures a robust bond between the thermoplastic inner tank and the carbon fiber outer structure, enhancing safety and performance.

Enhanced Efficiency with Lightweight Design

The Omni Composite Tank Trailer combines lightweight carbon fiber with seamless thermoplastic for unmatched efficiency.

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The use of carbon fiber composites significantly reduces the overall weight of the tank trailer. This lightweight design allows operators to increase their payloads, improving efficiency and profitability. The reduced weight also contributes to lower fuel consumption, offering environmental benefits and cost savings. To dive deeper into the role of composite materials in tank trailer innovations, follow this link.

Exceptional Durability and Minimal Maintenance

The thick, flexible thermoplastic interior provides outstanding resistance to chemical corrosion and physical wear. This durability minimizes the need for maintenance and eliminates the necessity for tank relining, resulting in lower operating costs and increased uptime. For additional insights into the challenges facing chemical transportation, explore this page.

How Does the Omni Composite Tank Trailer Improve Safety?

Durability meets innovation with the Armored Thermoplastic Tank, reducing maintenance and maximizing chemical cargo safety.

Safety is paramount in the transportation of hazardous materials. The Omni Composite Tank Trailer’s seamless inner tank and robust composite structure reduce the risk of leaks and contamination. Additionally, the tank’s design facilitates easy washouts, ensuring the purity of chemical cargo and preventing cross-contamination. Stay abreast of the latest trends shaping tank safety across the industry, click here.

Optimizing Tank Utilization and Redeployment

The easy-to-clean thermoplastic interior allows for quick turnaround between loads, maximizing tank utilization. Operators can redeploy the tank trailer for different chemicals without extensive cleaning procedures, helping to meet seasonal demand fluctuations efficiently. Understand the strategies being employed to optimize operational efficiency, explore this link.

Advanced Suspension Systems for Superior Performance

This cutting-edge trailer maximizes payload while reducing fuel consumption, thanks to its lightweight composite structure.

The Omni Composite Tank Trailer is equipped with the SAF CBX Aerobeam air ride suspension system. This system combines a lightweight design with robust performance, meeting the demands for durability while reducing overall system weight. The SwingAlign™ feature offers an economical solution for quick and easy axle realignment, enhancing maintenance efficiency.

State-of-the-Art Wheel and Brake Technology

The trailer incorporates Haldex disc brakes and brake actuators, coupled with the ConMet PreSet Plus aluminum wheel hub. This advanced hub system improves wheel end clamp load, simplifies installation and removal, and enhances safety. Precision-machined bearing spacers eliminate the need for manual adjustments, and tapered roller bearings reduce stress and friction, extending the life of the wheel assembly.

About Kraft Tank Corporation

Kraft Tank Corporation traces its roots back to 1949 when Charles P. Kraft entered the tank truck industry, manufacturing tank trailers for gas, asphalt, and military water transport under the name Tank Kraft Products. In 1974, Charles and his son Barry P. Kraft established The Kraft Tank Company, becoming licensed in Missouri as a dealer for new and used motor vehicles. Stay updated on Kraft Tank’s latest developments, visit this link.

In 2008, Kraft Tank Company was incorporated as Kraft Tank Corporation and remains a family-owned and operated business based in Kansas City, Kansas. Now led by Barry P. Kraft and his son Spencer Kraft, the company continues to grow, offering sales, leasing, parts, and service across multiple locations.

In 2015, Kraft Tank moved into a new, state-of-the-art headquarters in Kansas City, KS, featuring a parts warehouse and expanded service department. In 2021, the company expanded with a new facility in Oklahoma City, OK, providing the same comprehensive services.

Kraft Tank Corporation is dedicated to being a trusted provider of tank truck solutions, delivering exceptional service to its customers. Please visit one of our three locations to experience the Kraft Tank difference.

Key Developments in the Omni Composite Tank Trailer

5 Powerful Advances in Tank Technology

• Seamless Thermoplastic Inner Tank: Chemically resistant and highly durable, reducing maintenance and eliminating the need for relining.
• Carbon Fiber Composite Structure: Lightweight yet incredibly strong, maximizing payload capacity and fuel efficiency.
• Patented High-Integrity Interface: Ensures a secure bond between the inner thermoplastic tank and the carbon fiber structure for improved safety.
• Advanced SAF CBX Aerobeam Suspension: Lightweight, durable air ride suspension with SwingAlign™ technology for easy axle realignment and superior handling.
• Haldex Disc Brakes with ConMet PreSet Plus Hub: State-of-the-art brake and hub technology for enhanced safety, reduced friction, and minimal maintenance.

Explore External Resources and Insights

Here are external links to key products and companies mentioned in the article to provide additional details on the featured technologies:

• SAF CBX AeroBeam Air Suspension Systems: For more information on the SAF CBX AeroBeam system and its advanced features, visit SAF-Holland’s product page.
• Haldex Disc Brakes: Discover the benefits of Haldex disc brakes and how they enhance performance and safety, learn more here.
• ConMet PreSet Plus Wheel Hubs: For details on the innovative PreSet Plus wheel hub system from ConMet, including its safety and maintenance benefits, explore this page.