In the world of modern industry, the ability to store and manage large quantities of liquids and gases is crucial. Storage tanks, often overlooked but indispensable, play a pivotal role in various sectors, from oil and gas to agriculture, chemicals, and beyond.
What Are Storage Tanks?
Storage tanks are large containers designed for the storage and containment of liquids, gases, or even solids. These tanks are built to hold substances in bulk quantities, and they come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and materials to suit the needs of different industries.
The Functions of Storage Tanks
Storage: The primary purpose of storage tanks is, of course, storage. They provide a secure and controlled environment for the containment of various substances, allowing industries to store raw materials, finished products, and intermediates.
Segregation: Storage tanks allow industries to segregate different substances, preventing cross-contamination and ensuring product purity.
Temperature Control: Some storage tanks are equipped with temperature control mechanisms, which are essential for industries that need to store temperature-sensitive materials, such as chemicals or food products.
Pressure Regulation: In the oil and gas industry, storage tanks are used to control and manage the pressure of extracted crude oil and gas.
Types of Storage Tanks
Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs): These tanks are located on or above the ground's surface and are commonly used for storing petroleum products, chemicals, and other liquids. They can be cylindrical or rectangular in shape.
Underground Storage Tanks (USTs): Buried below the ground, USTs are used for storing hazardous materials, such as fuel. They help protect the environment and reduce the risk of leaks.
Fixed Roof Tanks: Fixed roof tanks have a permanent roof and are primarily used for the long-term storage of materials. They are well-suited for liquids that do not produce vapors or gases that need to be controlled.
Floating Roof Tanks: These tanks have a floating roof that moves up and down with the liquid level, which minimizes the vapor space and reduces the risk of emissions, making them ideal for storing volatile substances like crude oil.
Applications of Storage Tanks
Oil and Gas Industry: Storage tanks are vital for the petroleum industry, used to store crude oil, refined products, and natural gas.
Chemical Industry: Chemical storage tanks house various chemicals used in manufacturing, including acids, solvents, and industrial gases.
Agriculture: Agricultural storage tanks hold fertilizers, pesticides, and liquid feed for livestock.
Food and Beverage Industry: Tanks are used for the storage of ingredients, finished products, and even fermentation processes in breweries and wineries.
Water Storage: Municipalities and industries store potable water, wastewater, and industrial water in storage tanks.
Selling Complete Storage Tanks of Various Types
There are various types of Storage Tanks available in the market which vary in terms of shape, usage and also the materials that can be stored in them. Several types of Storage Tanks as follows:
- High pressure: These storage tanks are often cylindrical or horizontal and are used to store high pressure gases. The tank is constructed in such a way that it can tolerate the large pressure exerted from the gas.
- Atmospheric Storage Tanks: These Storage Tanks are used to hold liquids at atmospheric pressure.
- Storage Tank thermal storage: This is a form of tank that is used for a larger area for insulation and is also covered with an earthen embankment. These earth embankments circulate the heat that has been accumulated during the summer, and can now be used to heat water.
The following are types of Storage Tanks based on their shape!
- Vertical and horizontal cylinders
- Open and close the top
- Below average
- Cone bottom
Features of Industrial Storage Tanks
Storage Tanks come in a variety of features and they all depend on the liquid or material that needs to be stored in the Storage Tank. Sell Storage Tank with some of its features listed below;
- The usual capacity of a cylindrical Storage Tank with a fixed roof is 200,000 liters.
- Liquids in tanks are prone to evaporation or spillage so the highest quality products are used for the manufacture of these tanks. Not only this, it is important that they are handled properly so that no damage is caused to the tank.
- A floating roof is also available which goes up or down depending on the liquid level in the tank. The floating roof is considered as one of the safety measures adopted by the industry and also prevents pollution inside or outside the industrial area.
Custom Storage Tank Fabrication
PT. Remula Inti Engineering is a fabrication that serves the manufacture of custom storage tanks of various types and capacities for all your industrial needs. So you can consult with us the type, size of storage tank needed. Please contact us now for more information.