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Manufacturers and distributors of fuel tanks.
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Data Collection, Aggregation and Analysis for Liquid Storage Tanks.
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Fuel Tank Rentals
Industrial Diesel Fuel Tanks For Rent Nationwide - Rugged & Reliable
Aggreko.com
Fuel Tanks & Trailers
Custom Fuel Trailers - Gas/Diesel Large Selection of Fuel Trailers
www.Discount-Equipment.com
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Fabric Fuel Bladder Tanks at Interstate Products
100 gallon to 50,000 gallon collapsible fuel bladders tanks. Civilian and Mil Spec tanks available. Call toll free for information.
Fuel Bladder | Ready Spill Berm | Mil Spec Tanks
www.interstateproducts.com
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Engineering search engine for technical information on fuel tanks companies. Browse catalogs and contact suppliers.
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Marine Gas Tanks
Boat Fuel System Tanks, Accessories Boating & Marine Superstore.
Overtons.com
RDS Products
Auxiliary & Transfer Fuel Tanks Great prices. Low shipping.
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Diesel, Gas & Oil Storage Tanks Aboveground Tank Specialists
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Aero Tec Laboratories, Inc.
Manufacturer of portable hazardous waste containers which are inflatable, collapsible, self-supporting and resistant to most fuels, acids and solvents. The containers have capacities of 500 to 50,000 gallons. The company also manufactures coll...
www.atlinc.com
Fabric Fuel Bladder Tanks at Interstate Products
100 gallon to 50,000 gallon collapsible fuel bladders tanks. Civilian and Mil Spec tanks available. Call toll free for information.
Fuel Bladder | Ready Spill Berm | Mil Spec Tanks
www.interstateproducts.com (Paid)
Fuel Tank Manufacturers & Suppliers
Business-to-business online directory presents an index of fuel tank manufacturers and suppliers from Taiwan.
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GlobalSpec: Fuel Tanks
Engineering search engine for technical information on fuel tanks companies. Browse catalogs and contact suppliers.
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IFH Group
Manufacturers of custom steel fuel and hydraulic oil tanks for off-road and specialty vehicles, as well as storage & dispensing systems for oils, lubricants and other fluids. Based in Illinois.
www.ifh-group.com
Zycon Industrial Directory
View detailed manufacturer, distributor and supplier information for double wall, expansion, fiberglass, and fuel storage tanks.
www.zycon.com
Fueling Better Decisions
Data Collection, Aggregation and Analysis for Liquid Storage Tanks.
www.worldtelemetry.com
Fuel Tank Rentals
Industrial Diesel Fuel Tanks For Rent Nationwide - Rugged & Reliable
Aggreko.com
Fuel Tanks & Trailers
Custom Fuel Trailers - Gas/Diesel Large Selection of Fuel Trailers
www.Discount-Equipment.com

Guide to Fuel Tanks

Finding fuel storage tanks for fleet alternative fuels


Converting your vehicle or commercial fleet to biodiesel or another alternative fuel often requires that you purchase fuel tanks for storage. In addition, truck mounted fuel tanks are becoming more popular as extra storage for those who make their own fuels.

Before you purchase industrial fuel tanks for your business site or backyard, there are some things you should research:

1. Research environmental regulations, city and county ordinances. They will dictate tank placement, size, and any visual screens or safety precautions that you'll need, depending on the fuel you're storing.

2. Calculate your actual storage needs. A fleet of 10 tractor-trailer rigs with 90-gallon fuel tanks will require much larger, industrial fuel tanks than a fleet of five tow trucks.

3. Review your company's budget. It may mean the difference between custom collapsible fuel tanks and a good quality, used fuel storage tank.

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Consider your fuel's storage requirements Biodiesel and ethanol can't be stored in or dispensed from typical diesel fuel tanks without some modifications, according to experts at Fitzsimmons Systems. Aluminum nozzles, pumps, meters, drop tubes, and overfill valves should be nickel plated. The fill adaptor should be stainless steel, since nickel would wear excessively. Certain types of rubber seals and gaskets need replacing to handle alternative fuels. If your E85 fuel blend contains more than 15% alcohol, ask your local fire marshal for approval when you find a dispensing tank. The fuel's corrosive nature can compromise dispensing systems.

I recommend:  Request quotes and information from Fitzsimmons Systems, Inc., and Core Engineered Solutions, both fuel tanks suppliers.

Calculate desired storage capacity and logistics before you buy fuel tanks Truck mounted storage tanks may serve your fleet well enough if you have onsite fuel production and just a few vehicles. Consider buying either collapsible fuel tanks or arranging for fuel transfer tanks rental when you need them.

I recommend:  Buy fuel bladders for most any application from Interstate Products, Inc. You may be able to find diesel fuel tanks rentals from Aggreko.

Buy fuel storage tanks and dispensing systems within budget Truck mounted fuel tanks and fuel transfer tanks are a thrifty storage solution, but not always practical. If you need a more permanent solution, custom alternative fuel storage systems will cost from $3,000 to $25,000, depending on the tank capacity. Used tanks may work for you if they've held the same type fuel previously.

I recommend:  Compare storage tank solutions using the JME Sales online catalog, and use the search feature at ThomasNet to find used tanks.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
  • Biodiesel has a solvent effect and should not be stored in tanks previously used for long-term diesel storage, due to its tendency to release particulate matter into the fuel. When you buy used fuel tanks, ask what fuel -- and what formula of that fuel -- they've stored before.
  • If you'll be storing biodiesel on your site in a large tank, factor a monthly biocide treatment into your budget, about $30 per 1,000 gallons. Large industrial gas tanks hold moist air and promote bacterial growth in biodiesel.

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By R.N. Dolgener
Finding fuel storage tanks for fleet alternative fuels.
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