Stainless Tanks

Stainless Tanks

Industries such as agricultural, food and beverage processing, medical, chemical and waste water and sewage management all use stainless steel tanks for their products. The specifics of tank fabrication in terms of size, design, material choice, location and component additions will depend on the application for which a tank is being used. Tanks can be kept below ground or above ground and most tanks will be either horizontally or vertically aligned ranging in shape from spherical to cylindrical to square and more. Additional component options include manways, sight gauges, exterior ladders and platforms, scrubbers, covers, ducting and pumps. Tanks such as dairy tanks or food grade tanks will need refrigeration and insulation capabilities and may be double walled instead of single walled. Tanks used for waste water treatment or sewage management will require the addition of a chemical processing machine to ensure the water is adequately treated for the removal of bacteria.

Stainless steel is one of the most commonly used materials in storage tank fabrication due to its numerous beneficial properties. It is corrosion resistant, which is especially important in applications involving exposure to moisture. It is a strong and durable product ensuring that the tank structure will be able to withstand the pressure caused by large volumes of water, and also that the tank will be a long lasting and worthwhile investment. As stainless tanks are used in applications such as food processing, dairy product storage and water storage, it is important that they are able to be thoroughly cleaned. Stainless steel is a highly sanitary material and does not require extra coating or painting. It is resistant to absorption of tastes or flavors from stored products and does not stain. It can also be cleaned easily, even using steam cleaning and has good thermal properties. However, as with any piece of industrial equipment, tanks require regular inspection and maintenance. Depending on the substance in question, the leaking of a storage tank could be a big concern, especially in terms of toxic or waste substances. Therefore, careful inspection of a tank's seals and valves should occur periodically.