As infrastructure investment continues across Australia and New Zealand, the role of reliable bitumen storage has become increasingly important, particularly for speciality products like crumb rubber and polymer modified binders. As TEC Container Solutions writes.
Across both established asphalt plants and new site expansions, the need for specialist storage has grown alongside interest in modular, scalable solutions.
TEC Container Solutions is supporting that growth through the supply of high-performance, electrically heated tank containers engineered to meet the exacting requirements of the region’s asphalt and surfacing sector. With projects already underway across multiple states, TEC continues to provide operators with the technical support and engineered systems needed to handle high-viscosity materials with confidence.
Project collaboration: Supporting Fulton Hogan’s crumb rubber operations
One recent example includes a collaboration with Fulton Hogan to support its asphalt plant network in Australia. TEC supplied custom-built High-Performance Storage Bitutainers™ designed specifically for use with crumb rubber, a material that presents unique challenges due to its elevated operating temperatures, agitation needs, and thermal sensitivity.
The solution delivered by TEC was built to match the project’s operational goals, supporting consistent heating, safe storage, and product integrity over extended periods, all within a modular format suitable for permanent or semi-permanent use. The tanks were deployed to sites where space, energy efficiency, and integration with existing asphalt production systems were key considerations.
This project reflects the broader shift TEC is seeing in the region, from general-purpose storage tanks towards solutions built with specific material characteristics in mind. As more asphalt producers look to incorporate crumb rubber into their mix designs, storage infrastructure must evolve to keep pace.
Increasing demand for modular, scalable bitumen storage
Over the past 12 months, TEC has seen a noticeable rise in demand for modular storage solutions across both Australia and New Zealand. Driven by factors such as site mobility, seasonal project schedules, and decentralised production, asphalt contractors are seeking systems that offer both performance and flexibility.
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TEC’s containerised Bitutainer™ range is well suited to this environment. Available in multiple configurations, including options tailored for crumb rubber, PMBs, and emulsions, each unit is engineered for thermal efficiency, low maintenance, and simplified site integration. Importantly, the modular design allows operators to scale capacity up or down as needed. Whether supporting a temporary facility during a regional resurfacing program or adding long-term capacity at a core plant, TEC’s units provide consistent performance and ease of deployment.
The growing focus on material-specific handling practices has also shaped the direction of recent projects. Equipment design decisions are now increasingly informed by the product being stored, whether that means integrating automated heating and agitation, or accommodating enhanced insulation thicknesses for energy efficiency.
Who we are
TEC Container Solutions designs and manufactures market-leading bitumen storage and transport systems for use across infrastructure, construction, and industrial applications. With a product range built for high-viscosity materials and challenging environments, TEC supports customers with containerised tanks designed to deliver safe, efficient and scalable bitumen logistics.
TEC’s designs.
From project design through to delivery and commissioning, TEC offers full technical support and customisation, ensuring every tank matches the operational needs of the site. All equipment is electrically heated, thermally insulated, and engineered for both permanent and mobile use.
With an established supply chain into Australia and New Zealand, and proven experience supporting contractors across the region, TEC remains committed to delivering reliable, fit-for-purpose solutions that support the evolving requirements of the bitumen industry.
To learn more about TEC’s bitumen storage and transport systems, contact the team at, www.teccontainersolutions.com, info@teccontainersolutions.com.
This article was originally published in the February edition of our magazine. To read the magazine, click here.
