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Technical Guidance for Storage Tank Projects

Articles and guides on specifying, sizing, and maintaining liquid and dry bulk storage systems, written for engineers, facility managers, and project teams. Start from an application in Tank Applications or a construction type in Tank Types, or browse every resource below

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Filter or scroll through the tank types to find the right solution for your project.

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Fire Water Storage Requirements for Commercial Sites

When a commercial site calls for dedicated fire water storage, the common triggers, and what to review before tank selection: required flow, duration, refill, footprint, and climate.

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How to Size Fire Water Storage for a Site

The design inputs that set fire water storage volume, including flow, duration, and refill rate, and how site conditions narrow the fit between required capacity and tank type.

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Best Tank Material for Fire Water Storage

How bolted steel, lined corrugated steel, aboveground and underground FRP, and modular FRP panel tanks compare for fire water service, and the site factors that drive the choice.

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Fire Water Storage Freeze Protection

How cold-climate exposure affects fire water storage, and the freeze protection measures to evaluate for the tank, piping, and appurtenances.

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Dedicated vs Shared Fire Water Supply

When fire water warrants a dedicated tank and when it can share storage with another supply, and how each approach affects the protected reserve volume.

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Fire Water Tank Inspection Checklist

The shell, liner, fitting, and water level items to review during routine fire water tank inspection, organized as a working checklist.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common searches so you can zero in on the right tank type with confidence.

What type of storage tank do I need?

Start with aboveground or underground placement, then narrow by tank material, construction type, and footprint. Use the tank type pages to confirm configuration and documentation. If you are unsure what tank type you need, contact our qualified tank specialists to discuss the right storage solution for you.

What is the difference between fiberglass reinforced plastic tanks and poly tanks?

Poly tanks are typically chosen from standard tank styles based on footprint, access, and liquid compatibility, and they cover a wide range of capacities from small tanks up to 18,000+ gallons. On the other hand, underground FRP tanks are engineered for below-grade installation and are more commonly specified for larger-capacity water storage projects, with standard underground sizes starting around 5,000 gallons and going up to 50,000 gallons.

What is a bladder or pillow tank?

A bladder or pillow tank is a flexible, collapsible fabric tank used for temporary liquid storage without permanent infrastructure. It ships flat for transport, deploys on a prepared level surface, and is commonly used for site water storage, temporary holding, and remote or rotating locations.

What is the difference between bolted steel tanks and welded steel tanks?

Bolted steel is assembled from panels on site. Welded steel is fabricated as a welded shell. Selection usually comes down to install approach, site access, and spec preference.

What is a cone bottom tank used for?

Cone bottom tanks are used when clean drain down, settling management, or controlled discharge is required. Common uses include processing liquids, agricultural inputs, sludge handling, and some dry materials.

Can FRP tanks be installed underground?

Some fiberglass reinforced plastic tanks are designed for underground installation. Use the Underground FRP Tanks page to confirm construction, installation requirements, and options.