Asian Consolidation International Services, Inc.

OVERSIZED STORAGE TANKS FOR A BREWERY PLANT EXPANSION - A TURN-KEY PROJECT

<p>Case Study: Oversized Storage Tanks for a brewery Plant expansion - A Turnkey Project</p><p><br></p><p>Background:</p><p><br></p><p>In response to the rising demand for beer in the Visayas Region of the Philippines, a major brewery decided to expand its plant in Bacolod City. The expansion aimed to increase its annual brewing capacity.</p><p><br></p><p>To support this, oversized storage tanks were required. Due to space limitations and the high costs of on-site fabrication, the brewery chose to import these tanks from China as part of turnkey Project. Asian Consolidation International Services, Inc. was selected to handle the logistics, ensuring safe and timely transport of the tanks from the port to the brewery plant.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Summary</p><p><br></p><p>The project involved transportation, unloading, and installation of 20 oversized storage tanks. As a turnkey project, the goal was to ensure their safe and timely delivery from Bacolod International Port to the brewery plant. Unloading required a tandem lift using two cranes due to the tank length. After unloading, they were carefully placed onto their foundations. ACIS was responsible for receiving the tanks from the vessel, staging them temporarily, and managing the unloading and installation. The project prioritized safety, cost-efficiency, and timely execution.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Challenges</p><p><br></p><p>Urban constraints in Bacolod City posed a major challenges-narrow roads, bridges, and overhead cables complicated transport. The time-sensitive nature of the project meant delays could lead to significant financial consequences. Coordinating among logistics providers, utilities, and authorities was essential. The size and weight of the tanks demanded meticulous route planning and risk mitigation.</p><p><br></p><p>Results</p><p><br></p><p>The project was completed on time and within budget. All tanks were delivered, unloaded and installed without incident. Safety and regulatory standards were met, operations were not disrupted, and stakeholder expectations were fulfilled. The project demonstrated strong planning, execution and coordination.</p><p><br></p><p>Lesson Learned</p><p><br></p><p>Key lessons included the value of early stakeholder engagement, clear communication, contingency planning, and flexibility. The use of specialized equipment and police escorts proved critical. Real-time problem-solving helped navigate unexpected challenges and ensured success.</p>