“From the road, sea, air, and cloud- Rinchem offers a full menu of services to support the storing, moving, and tracking of your chemical and gases.”

Rinchem was founded in 1976 and distributes a large amount of chemical and gas from its large number of distribution centers around the globe. It has over 30 facilities in six countries, which manage a whopping 5 billion pounds of chemicals and gases per year. The company concentrates on efficiently safe and transparent supply chain solutions for high-purity, pre-packaged chemicals and gases in industries that include manufacturing as well as Fortune 500 companies. Headquartered in Albuquerque, NM, the company continues to expand its global reach and is dedicated to community and operational efficiency.

Services Offered by Rinchem

Warehouse

The company ensures that chemicals, dangerous goods, and gases are stored appropriately and handled correctly while meeting industrial standards. With an eye towards modern temperature-controlled and hazardous materials storage, Rinchem uses cutting-edge technologies and best practices in its facilities. The company's experienced staff and world-class warehouse management system make sure that chemicals and gases are stored according to the precise specifications and manage receipts and deliveries accurately.

Rinchem's varied warehousing capabilities include ISO storage, gas pads, clean rooms, temperature-controlled environments, and the management of different hazmat classes. They offer specialized services like pick and pack, bonded warehousing, and final-mile delivery, with options for hazardous storage, including flammable, corrosive, toxic, and oxidizer materials. Rinchem's locations also support free trade zone (FTZ) services and empty return management. Businesses rely on Rinchem for secure, safe, and efficient storage of chemical and gas inventories around the world.

Transportation

Rinchem specializes in global transportation for hazardous materials, temperature-controlled goods, and gases, providing secure and reliable logistics across ground, air, and sea routes. For over 75 years, Rinchem has provided safe and timely delivery for a diverse range of chemical, gas, and temperature-sensitive products. The transportation solutions designed by the company address the specific needs of dangerous goods, such as corrosive chemicals, refrigerated items, or hazardous gases.

Rinchem operates three brands in transportation: Carolina Tank Lines, CGL Transportation, and Chem-Star Global Logistics. Each brand services a unique niche of transportation requirements, providing customers with alternatives from long-haul regional to local delivery to bulk, drayage, and final-mile moves. Additionally, intermodal and multimodal options will be offered, along with enhancements in services, including track-and-trace, trailer mapping, and expedited shipping.

For global shipments, Rinchem is a trusted partner in moving dangerous goods across international borders because of its expertise in air and sea transportation. The company has strong relationships with steamship lines, experience in managing complex regulations, and global lane expertise that ensure smooth handling of hazardous materials, including ISO tank transport and temperature-controlled shipments. With Rinchem, businesses can confidently manage the transportation of chemicals, gases, and temperature-sensitive goods worldwide.

Freight Forwarding

Rinchem provides comprehensive freight forwarding services designed to simplify the process of transporting hazardous materials, including gases. Using years of experience with a global network of agents within North America, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Rinchem guarantees the secure and efficient movement of chemicals and gases worldwide. The company manages the entire freight forwarding process - arranging land, sea, and air transportation; customs clearance; and preparation of necessary documents.

In addition to transportation, Rinchem offers warehousing services, cargo insurance, and compliance with complex regulations, ensuring a smooth shipping experience. By using its vast network of carriers and deep expertise in hazardous material logistics, Rinchem can negotiate competitive rates and provide tailored solutions to meet clients' diverse needs. With a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliability, Rinchem ensures that hazardous goods, including gases, are shipped on time and in compliance with international standards.

Chem-Star^®

Advanced inventory management is a feature offered by Rinchem through its proprietary system, Chem-Star^®. It is available as a web-based platform giving real-time visibility of chemical inventories across Rinchem's network of warehouses and ensures seamless integration with customer's ERP or inventory management system. Chem-Star^® uses the GPS tracking of the company's customized fleet and radio frequency technology for better warehouse efficiency, ensuring that receiving and picking processes are accurate and fast.

Available 24/7, Chem-Star^® provides its customers the ability to monitor their inventory, run reports, and monitor shipments all without having to make a phone call or send an email. It supports hub-and-spoke and pull-through distribution models, enabling supply chain coordination, thus eliminating safety stock and non-value-added activities. Moreover, the system features automated material expiration management and exact lot rotation through FIFO and FEFO to minimize human error and maximize operational efficiency. Chem-Star^® helps manage inventory efficiently, offering reliable, error-free results that save time and help produce greater shipping flexibility.

Chuck Breinholt – CEO

“Rinchem sets the standard in creating and managing safe and efficient supply chains for high purity, pre-packaged chemicals, and gases.”