January 2009: EPT Announces a Totally Re-engineered BIG Red Flexitank System to Ensure Safer Bulk Shipments

Houston, Texas, January 16, 2009 – Environmental Packaging Technologies, Ltd. (EPT) announces a total redesign of its popular BIG Red Flexitank. To better meet the bulk shipping safety needs of its customers, EPT partnered with leading global engineering firms based in the U.S. to analyze and re-engineer crucial elements of its flexitank system. “The goal of this major investment in research and development was to challenge the current construction and materials used in our BIG Red Flexitank and in other flexitanks in the industry to determine their strengths and weaknesses,” stated Nancy Wendrock, President of EPT. She added, “By scientifically de-constructing our flexitank, we were able to identify opportunities to improve the structural design and materials used for our products, as well as develop completely new solutions.”

One result of this innovative process is the introduction of a rigid, reusable and returnable bulkhead designed to meet the high performance demands and safety regulations of global railroad authorities. Manufactured from high strength steel, the new BIG Red Rail Bulkhead™ increases the distance between the product valve and the container doors and does not rely on the container doors for support. Incorporating a unique, patented Energy Management System™, the bulkhead design actually absorbs the energy created when cargo shifts in transit inside the container. This buffering feature helps preserve the integrity of the container and minimizes impact to the cargo. The benefits to the container and cargo directly address concerns expressed by the Container Owners Association (COA) and exceed the new recommended COA Flexitank Code of Practice.

The BIG Red Rail Bulkhead requires no tools to install and automatically adjusts to fit different container widths. The efficient design of EPT’s new rigid bulkhead significantly reduces the installation time of the flexitank system compared to industry standards and virtually eliminates errors during installation. “We’re excited about our rigid bulkhead and pleased to offer our customers a viable flexitank and bulkhead option for rail applications,” said Steve Kennedy, Global Sales Manager, EPT.

In addition to the rigid, returnable bulkhead, EPT continues to offer its single-use standard bulkhead system. The standard bulkhead has been redesigned to simplify the installation process and reduce assembly time. Using a new, patent pending bar system, the improved bulkhead incorporates the performance benefits of the Energy Management System™ design. Customers have the option of specifying either bulkhead when ordering BIG Red Flexitanks.

The flexibag itself has been reconstructed using new, proprietary polyethylene film for its double inner layers and incorporates a stronger woven polypropylene outer layer. The outer layer is manufactured as a seamless sleeve for added strength and durability, eliminating common vertical seam failures.

Based on research and customer feedback, EPT redesigned the BIG Red Flexitank compression flange, implementing a new, FDA approved composite material. This new flange material allows for a wider compatibility with food and chemical products and will accommodate two inch or three inch valves. The new three inch valve offers increased loading and unloading rates for a variety of products.

Both the BIG Red Flexitank/Rail Bulkhead and the BIG Red Flexitank/Standard Bulkhead systems include a unique 3-ply abrasion wear sleeve. This improved barrier protects against poor container conditions and eliminates the timely and expensive practice of lining the container with tape and corrugation.

All BIG Red Flexitanks are now manufactured in the United States and comprised of U.S. materials assembled in state-of-the-art, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, TS 16949 certified facilities. Environmental Packaging Technologies with its engineering partners represent over 3,400 U.S. professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality flexible bulk containers and world-class service to its customers. “The improvements and product enhancements we’re introducing in 2009 represent our ongoing commitment to provide the highest quality and safest flexitanks in the industry,” stated Tatiana Golovina, Founder of EPT. To learn more about Environmental Packaging Technologies’ bulk packaging solutions, visit www.eptpac.com

TATIANA GOLOVINA

Founder

(713) 961-2795

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