Process of transferring cargo from one mode of shipment to another to effect delivery of the merchandise. This may involve several modes such as vessel, rail, truck, barge, etc.. Also spoken of a cargo which will be delivered via multi-transport modes.
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BULK CARGO
Cargo such as oil, coal, ore, woodchips, etc. not shipped in bags or containers
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FILTER ELEMENT
The porous device that performs the actual process of filtration. Also known as Cartridge
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HYDROFINISHING
A process for treating raw extracted base stocks with hydrogen to saturate them for improved stability.
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TRAMP FREIGHTER
A cargo ship engaged in the tramp trade.
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ACID ATTACK
Caused by an incomplete flushing after an acid cleaning process of boilers or similar equipment.
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ABSORPTION
The assimilation of one material into another; in petroleum refining, the use of an absorptive liquid to selectively remove components from a process stream.
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CRACKING
The process whereby large molecules are broken down by the application of heat and pressure to form smaller molecules.
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ADIABATIC PROCESS
A thermo-dynamic process in which no heat is extracted from or added to the system of the process.
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CAPACITY PLAN
A plan outlining the spaces available for fuel, cargo, ballast, fresh water, etc, with guides on weight and volume for spaces at various drafts and displacements
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COMBI
Vessel designed for a combination of passengers, and different types of cargo.
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