Tanks and Vessels

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Guide to Tanks and Vessels

Industrial vessels come in all shapes and sizes to fit your application
By Denise Brown

Tanks and vessels are a key part of our industrial infrastructure. Without commercial vessels, there would be no way to store liquid and dry products. Without process tanks, there would be no sensible movement of goods through stages of manufacturing. There are very few businesses that don’t have some use for industrial tanks.

Whether you need large or small tanks and vessels for your business, you're sure to find what you need. You can find all sorts of polyethylene tanks and plastic tanks made to contain just about anything imaginable. Pressure tanks are usually metal, with steel tanks being the most common. In addition, there are tanks and vessels made from specialty materials, including fabric.

Here are some of the reasons you need storage tanks and vessels:

1. Liquid storage tanks can hold large amounts of fluids safely.

2. Pressure vessels contain liquids and gases under pressure.

3. Containment tanks and vessels are designed to handle hazardous raw materials.

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Choose storage tanks and vessels for liquids Most large, liquid storage tanks are made of carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum or concrete. Depending on the size of the tank and its contents, you may need to consider lining a large tank with a special coating. Smaller liquid storage tanks may be made of plastic.

I recommend:  Water storage is one of the most common uses for tanks and vessels, so there are many companies that there who could meet your needs. However, Water Tanks.com is a leader in the industry. GlobalIndustrial.com offers a wide range of water tanks as well.

Look for pressurized tanks and vessels This type of tank requires special handling for installation and usage, because the contents are under pressure. Work closely with the manufacturer to get the right pressurized tank for your needs.

I recommend:  Hanson Tank offers a number of pressurized tanks that can be custom built to your specifications. Allegheny Bradford Company specializes in pressurized tanks for biochemical engineering needs.

Use industrial tanks that can control hazardous materials and spills Accidents happen, and you want a product you can use to clean up and store any spilled materials. Find industrial tanks and vessels designed to protect you and your property.

I recommend:  Ryan Herco Flow Solutions has a line of poly tanks designed to contain hazardous spills. Chem-Tainer Industries, Inc. has tanks for used petrochemicals. And Interstate Products, Inc. offers pillow tanks to contain hazardous wastes.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• It's important to find a manufacturer of tanks and vessels that meets your standards. They should be able to walk you through every step of the delivery and installation process, and stand behind their work with a good warranty that guarantees their commitment to upholding environmental standards.