Transloading Glossary of Terms

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Dilution -  The addition of water to a product to reduce the strength of the product.

 

Heating - Application of steam or hot water to a vessel.

 

Inert Gas Application - Application of an inert gas, typically nitrogen, to eliminate the products’ exposure to air or moisture.

 

Premium Service – Product transfer conducted by terminal personnel, includes operations management, inventory and order management, and quality control.

 

Product Sampling - The act of taking product samples and testing against customer specifications and comparing to defined standards.

 

Sparging - Application of air to homogenize liquid in a railcar.

 

Trailer Preloading - The act of loading a trailer in advance, and parking in the terminal for some period of time until departure.

 

Transfer – Movement of product between a railcar, a truck, a pipeline, or a container. 

 

Value Service – Transfer done by motor carrier with self-loading truck, including operations management, inventory and order management and quality control