Types of Industrial Tanks and Their Uses

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Industrial tanks are storage facilities in the industrial sector, particularly the oil and gas industry, used to store large quantities of fluids. Industrial storage tanks also play a crucial role in the petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, water treatment, and manufacturing industries.

 

Industrial tanks can be placed underground, horizontally, or vertically. They can be made from concrete, stone, fiberglass, steel, or plastic.

 

Industrial tanks are classified into several types based on the cargo they store. These types of industrial tanks include:

  • industrial fuel storage tanks
  • industrial chemical storage tanks
  • industrial oil storage tanks
  • industrial hot water storage tanks
  • industrial water and liquid storage tanks
  • industrial plastic storage tanks),
  • industrial gas storage tanks

1.    Industrial Fuel Storage Tanks

Industrial fuel storage tanks are a type of industrial tank used to store inorganic and organic liquids. These tanks are also known as petroleum tanks and are useful for storing vapors and various flammable liquids.

These storage tanks come in various designs and sizes for storing various types of fuels, vapors, and industrial fluids. Industrial fuel storage tanks come in several types:

-          - Aboveground fuel tanks (AST).

-          - Underground storage tanks (UST).


2.    Industrial Chemical Storage Tanks

Industrial chemical storage tanks are industrial tanks used to store fertilizers, propane, liquefied natural gas, petroleum products (gasoline, diesel), crude oil, and other chemicals.

Available in various shapes and sizes, industrial chemical storage tanks are useful for mixing, processing, and transporting finished chemical products and frozen materials. There are several types of industrial chemical storage tanks.

-       -   Stainless steel tank: an industrial tank made of stainless steel for effective and durable storage that resists corrosion. However, this tank is not suitable for many types of acids and is among the most expensive.

-        -  Polyethylene tank: an industrial tank made of polyethylene that offers a variety of functions on the market.

-       -   Fiberglass (FRP) tank: an industrial tank made of hand-made joints, requiring more intensive maintenance and being susceptible to some chemicals (e.g., hydrofluorosilicic acid).

3.    Industrial Oil Storage Tanks

Industrial oil storage tanks are industrial tanks used for the temporary storage of oil during various stages of processing into various oil products. These industrial oil storage tanks use materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, reinforced concrete, and plastic.

Industrial oil storage tanks are divided into several types:

-         -  Floating roof tank: a type of industrial oil storage tank with a roof that can rise and fall according to the oil level in the tank to prevent vaporization.

-         -  Fixed Roof Tank: a type of industrial oil storage tank for storing oil products in lower volumes than floating roof tanks.

-         -  Bunded Tank: a type of industrial oil storage tank surrounded by one or more tanks with a containment embankment surrounding the tank to prevent leaks, oil spills, or other oil contamination.

-          - Single Skin & Double Skin Tank: types of industrial oil storage tanks consisting of one or two layers of plastic or steel.

-          - Open Top Tank: a type of industrial oil storage tank with an open top, which can lead to evaporation and the risk of oil fires.

4.    Industrial Hot Water Storage Tanks

Industrial hot water storage tanks are industrial tanks that can maintain the heat of the water stored inside, thereby saving on fuel costs.

Industrial hot water storage tanks are equipped with thermal insulation to minimize energy consumption, accelerate heating, and maintain temperature. The insulation used is fiberglass.

5.    Industrial Water and Liquid Storage Tanks

Industrial water and liquid storage tanks are industrial tanks used to store various types of liquids, such as kerosene, jet A, diesel fuel, gasoline, and used oil. There are several types of industrial water and liquid storage tanks.

-  Onion tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank used to store water during emergencies.

-  Pillow (bladder) tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank that provides an effective and reusable temporary storage solution.

-  Poly tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank commonly used to collect rainwater and store drinking water.

-  Fiberglass tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank that is durable, corrosion-resistant, and rust-resistant, and is used for liquid storage.

-  Welded steel tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank designed for long-term storage in various shapes and sizes.

-  Corrugated steel tank: a type of industrial water and liquid storage tank made of corrugated galvanized steel, versatile, durable, economical, and long-lasting.


6.    Industrial Plastic Storage Tanks

Industrial plastic storage tanks are conventional industrial tanks for storing water. These tanks are lightweight, durable, and require little space.

 

7. Industrial Gas Storage Tanks

Industrial gas storage tanks are industrial tanks used to store gases. They come in several types.

-       Internal Floating Roof: This tank is cone-shaped for storing gasoline and ethanol.

-       Bullet Tank: This tank is round and elongated and is typically used to store butane and ammonia.

-       LNG Storage Tank: This tank is specifically designed to store liquefied natural gas at temperatures of -162°C.




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