In South Africa, managing a cold chain often feels like a balancing act. With electricity tariffs continuing to climb, the cost of keeping your products fresh can quickly weigh down your bottom line. The good news? You don’t need to reinvent your entire operation to see a massive difference. By focusing on how your […]
Across South Africa, small-scale farmers play a vital role in supplying fresh produce to local markets, informal traders, cooperatives and community feeding schemes. Yet despite their contribution, one of the biggest challenges these farmers face is preventing post-harvest losses. Without reliable cold storage, fruits and vegetables begin to deteriorate within hours of being harvested — […]
When it comes to transporting bulk liquids safely and efficiently, ISO tanks are the gold standard. These specialised containers are designed to handle a remarkable variety of products, making them an essential solution for businesses moving liquids across South Africa and beyond. Almar Container Group supplies T11 ISO tanks that offer versatile, reliable solutions for your liquid […]
Across South Africa, food producers are facing the same challenge: keeping up with demand while still delivering products that stay fresh, look great and last longer on shelves. This is where many businesses are discovering the value of rapid freezing with blast freezers. Whether you’re producing pies, berries, meat products, seafood, or ready-made meals, freezing […]
Kibo’s Journey: Our Adopted Rhino. For the past two years, we’ve proudly supported the Adopt-A-Rhino programme, an initiative dedicated to protecting one of Africa’s most iconic and endangered animals. As part of this programme, we adopted a young rhino named Kibo, and it has been a privilege to follow her journey and see her thrive […]
If you’ve ever rented, bought, or transported a shipping container in South Africa, you may have noticed a small metal plate fixed to the container’s doors. Often overlooked, this CSC plate holds a lot more importance than its size might suggest. In fact, it’s one of the key things that keeps your cargo - and […]
When an ISO tank container completes its journey - whether it has transported food-grade oils, chemicals, or petrochemicals - its job isn’t quite done. In fact, the process that happens next is critical to ensuring the tank’s long-term usability, safety and most importantly, compliance with international standards. So, what exactly happens after each load? Step […]
When it comes to moving bulk liquids - be it food-grade oils, chemicals, or petrochemicals - businesses often weigh their options between traditional drums and ISO tanks. While drums have long been a staple, ISO tanks are increasingly emerging as the preferred choice, not just for operational benefits but also for environmental reasons. Almar […]
Both of Almar's Blast Freezers and Reefer Containers are expert solutions for temperature control, designed for distinct applications within storage. Understanding their core capabilities and typical use cases is essential: Blast Freezers: Engineered for Rapid Deep Freezing Almar's Blast Freezers are precision-engineered for rapid, high-volume deep freezing. They are specifically designed to quickly bring down […]
A, B and C graded shipping containers - what they really mean. When purchasing or renting a shipping container - whether for storage, conversion, or transport - it’s important to understand the grading system. The grade of a container directly influences its price, condition and suitability for different uses. In South Africa’s growing second-hand container […]
