Hoover DNV Certified Frame

Release Date: 17 April 2007

Hoover Materials Offers DNV 2.7-1 Certified IBC Transport Frame

Hoover Materials Handling Group, Inc. is pleased to announce that it has received DNV-certification for its newly designed IBC transport frame for containers used offshore. The Liquiframe™ is a DNV-certified frame constructed of 304 stainless steel. The Liquiframe™ can be used to safely transport standard 350- and 550-gallon Liquitotes™ or other Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) in an offshore environment. The Liquiframe™ has passed extensive design and performance testing for strength, durability and safety and meets all requirements of DNV 2.7-1 for offshore applications.

"The development of the DNV-certified frame was driven by our customers. Our customers understand the importance of operating in an environment committed to safety for both employees and the environment. This product provides benefits to each,” said Ernie Mathia, President, Hoover Materials Handling Group, Inc.

The Liquiframe™ is the first DNV-certified IBC transport frame manufactured in the United States. Its targeted users operate in the Gulf coast offshore drilling industry.

Established in 1864, Det Norske Veritas (“DNV”) is an independent foundation with the objective of safeguarding life, property, and the environment at sea and ashore and is a leading international provider of services for managing risk.

Further Information:
Courtney Carstens
Hoover Materials Handling Group, Inc
(281) 870-8402
ccarstens@hooveribcs.com