Chemical Storage Solutions

Choosing the Right Chemical Storage Tank

When choosing the right chemical storage solution, the most important factor to consider is the type of chemical you’ll be storing. Asking, "What chemical are you storing?" should always be the first step. At Water Storage Tank.com, we need to know exactly what chemical you plan to store and at what concentration before we can recommend the best tank for your needs. If you skip this crucial step, you’re putting your entire system at risk—potentially leading to equipment failures, safety hazards, product loss, and costly repairs. If it’s not properly designed for the chemical it’s holding, it can cause serious issues throughout your entire system.

For instance, simply picking a tank based on size, material, or capacity—without considering the specific chemical—can result in subpar performance. Beyond that, the properties of the chemical can affect the performance of essential components like valves, fittings, pumps, and flow meters. If these parts aren’t designed with the chemical in mind, they can quickly wear out or malfunction, leading to even bigger problems down the line.

Custom Chemical Storage for Compatibility and Temperature Control

Storing chemicals safely requires selecting the right materials and storage systems that can handle the specific characteristics of each chemical. At Water Storage.com, we provide advanced storage solutions tailored to meet the needs of different chemicals based on their compatibility with storage materials and temperature limits.

Our Storage Solutions Include:

• Corrosion-Resistant XLPE Tanks: For aggressive chemicals like acetic acid, acetone, and acetaldehyde, our cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) tanks offer superior corrosion resistance compared to low-density polyethylene (LDPE). These tanks provide safe, long-term storage for highly corrosive substances, ensuring they don’t degrade the tank material over time.
• Flexible Storage Options for Alcohols: Chemicals such as benzyl, ethyl, and isopropyl alcohols require versatile storage solutions. Our HDPE and LDPE tanks offer the flexibility needed to safely store these chemicals while maintaining their integrity. These tanks are ideal for applications where compliant and adaptable storage is essential.
• Specialized Storage for Highly Corrosive Substances: For highly corrosive chemicals like hydrochloric acid and acrylonitrile, standard polyethylene tanks may not be enough. We offer specialized storage options, including tanks with Teflon liners and other advanced protective barriers. These solutions ensure long-term safety and compliance, even for the most aggressive substances.
• Safe Temperature Range for Chemical Storage: Many chemicals are temperature-sensitive and require precise storage conditions. Our tanks are engineered to store chemicals safely within a temperature range of 20°C to 50°C, ensuring that temperature fluctuations don’t compromise the integrity of your stored materials. We also provide custom insulation and temperature control solutions to keep your chemicals safe in any environment.

Efficient and Safe Storage for Water Treatment Needs

Water treatment facilities handle a variety of chemicals, each with unique storage requirements. The treatment process often involves corrosive substances like liquid ammonium sulfate (LAS), which is commonly used for chlorination, as well as other chemicals that need careful handling. These chemicals can pose significant risks to both your facility and the environment without the right storage system.

Our Solution: Water Storage.com offers plastic cone tanks are perfect for mixing, storing, and draining chemical liquids that meet the demands of water treatment applications. Our high-density cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) tanks provide superior chemical resistance, ensuring that aggressive substances like LAS and other corrosive chemicals are stored safely and securely.

Key Benefits of Our Chemical Storage Systems

• Corrosion Resistance: Our XLPE tanks are designed to withstand the corrosive nature of water treatment chemicals, ensuring long-term durability and preventing costly maintenance or tank failure.
• Flexible Tank Sizes: We offer a range of tank sizes and configurations, allowing you to customize the storage solution based on your facility's specific needs, whether you're storing small quantities or large volumes of water treatment chemicals.
• Safe Mixing and Handling: Our tanks are equipped with features that allow for safe mixing, handling, and storage of chemicals, reducing the risks associated with chemical exposure and improving operational efficiency.
• Compliance and Safety: Our tanks meet all industry safety standards, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations, which is critical for water treatment facilities.

Chemical Mixing Systems for Industrial Applications

Mixing chemicals in industrial applications is a critical process that comes with a lot of challenges. There’s a significant risk of spills, contamination, and exposure to harmful chemicals without proper storage and mixing systems. Additionally, industrial facilities often require large volumes of chemicals to be stored and mixed efficiently, which can add to the complexity.

Ensuring consistent and safe mixing of chemicals can be difficult due to the varying viscosities of the materials being handled. Facilities that use chemicals like acids, caustics, or other hazardous substances must ensure that their mixing systems are both safe and efficient, minimizing the risk of accidents or improper handling.

Our Solutions: We have acid neutralization tanks that are ideal for diluting or neutralizing chemical discharges. This is a safe and reliable chemical mixing tanks designed specifically for industrial applications. Made from durable polyethylene or polypropylene, these tanks handle corrosive substances and reduce discharge to treatment facilities.

Key Benefits of Our Chemical Mixing Tanks:

• Customization for Industrial Needs: Each facility has unique requirements for chemical mixing. Our tanks can be customized to fit your specific industrial processes, whether you need open-top tanks for easy access or closed systems for enhanced safety.
• Compliance with Safety Standards: All of our chemical mixing systems comply with industry regulations, ensuring your facility meets safety and environmental requirements. This is especially critical when handling hazardous chemicals in large volumes.
• Safe and Easy Maintenance: The design of our tanks allows for easy access during routine maintenance and cleaning, ensuring that your system remains in optimal working condition while minimizing downtime.

Why Choose Water Storage Tank.com?

When it comes to chemical storage, understanding the nuances of material compatibility and temperature limits is crucial. Our cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE) tanks are designed for superior performance and durability, particularly with harsh chemicals. With our range of solutions, from corrosion-resistant tanks to temperature-controlled systems, we ensure that your chemicals are stored safely and securely, minimizing the risk of leaks, damage, or regulatory issues.

Choosing the Right Chemical Storage Tank Design

Once you've selected the appropriate material for your chemical storage tank, the next crucial step is choosing the design that best fits your operational needs. Consider factors like available floor space, how you’ll use the tank, and any potential facility upgrades or relocations that could impact your storage requirements.

Vertical Tanks

Vertical tanks are ideal for reliable, space-efficient chemical storage. These upright, cylindrical tanks are often used by facilities with existing secondary containment systems. Our vertical tanks come in a range of sizes—from 30 to 15,000 gallons—and feature built-in lifting lugs and ladder lugs for easy handling. For added durability, these tanks can be equipped with an OR-1000™ antioxidant surface, making them a long-lasting solution for various chemical applications.

Full-Drain Tanks (IMFO® System)

The IMFO® provides a seamless, full-drain option formed during molding for tank integrity. It ensures complete drainage, reduces maintenance, and delivers high static head pressure for vertical tanks, maximizing performance. This innovative design eliminates the need for post-production fittings, further improving reliability and longevity. Additionally, the IMFO® design minimizes the risk of leaks.

Sloped-Bottom IMFO Tanks

The Sloped-Bottom IMFO tank is designed to handle heavy substances such as sludge, fats, oils, and grease (FOG). With a sloped bottom and the IMFO drain positioned at the lowest point of the sidewall, these tanks allow for 100% full drainage without internal cleaning. Compared to cone-bottom tanks, Sloped-Bottom IMFO tanks offer improved space efficiency and cost savings while maintaining top-tier performance. Additionally, they are built for long-term durability.

Double-Wall Containment (SAFE-Tank® System)

The SAFE-Tank® system offers a "tank within a tank" for 110% secondary containment, capturing spills in case of a breach. It's a compact, cost-effective alternative to concrete berms, helping facilities comply with EPA and OSHA rules for safety.

Open-Top Tanks

Open-top tanks are perfect for tasks like mixing, blending, or brining where full containment isn't required. These tanks offer easy access for adding dry materials or chemicals, and they can be equipped with a hinged lid for added convenience. Open-top tanks provide a practical, versatile solution for operations.

Custom Molded Tanks

When you have specialized storage requirements, we provide custom-molded tank solutions tailored to meet your exact project specifications. Our expert engineering team can design large, rotationally molded tanks for applications beyond standard configurations, ensuring your storage system aligns with your operational needs.