Commodities
At Ssp, a Smither company and MIL International, a Smither company, our experts have a rich understanding of the Commodities industry, and utilize their many years of experience to serve ports across the globe.
Whether its sampling to International Standards (ISO, ASTM, DIN), supervising the loading/discharge operations on commodities, testing scrap steel, or assisting with temperature control on stockpiles, our experts are here to help.
Analytical Services
Comprehensive analytical chemistry services for commodities including elemental analysis, moisture determination, size distribution, and chemical characterisation in support of trade, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
DRI & HBI
Specialised sampling, analysis, and inspection services for Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Hot Briquetted Iron (HBI), ensuring product quality and safe handling in accordance with international standards.
Gas Measurement
On-site and laboratory gas measurement services including toxic gas detection, atmosphere monitoring in cargo holds, and compliance testing to ensure safe loading, transport, and discharge of bulk commodities.
Infrared Temperature Control
Thermal imaging and infrared temperature monitoring of stockpiles, conveyor belts, and bulk cargo to detect hot spots, spontaneous combustion risks, and temperature anomalies before they become safety incidents.
Marine Services
Independent marine surveying, cargo inspection, and draught surveys at ports worldwide, providing neutral third-party oversight of bulk commodity transfers and protecting clients against cargo disputes.
Sampling
Representative sampling of bulk commodities including coal, ores, grains, and fertilisers in accordance with ISO, ASTM, and DIN standards, ensuring samples accurately reflect the quality of the entire shipment.
Scrap Steel
Inspection, grading, and analytical testing of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal including radioactivity screening, compositional analysis, and grade verification to international scrap standards.
Supervision of Loading & Discharge
Expert supervision of bulk commodity loading and discharge operations at ports worldwide, verifying cargo quantities, monitoring handling procedures, and documenting conditions to protect clients' commercial interests.
Volume Measurement
Laser scanning, drone survey, and photogrammetry-based volume measurement of stockpiles and storage facilities, delivering accurate tonnage calculations for inventory management and commercial settlements.