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Water storage tanks are used in many different types of industries such as agricultural, fish-farming, fire-fighting and fire protection, sports turf irrigation, mining and construction. Water storage tanks also play an important role in rainwater harvesting. Above ground or ground level tanks are the most common forms of water storage and the most economical to fabricate, erect and maintain. A roof to the steel water storage tank stops debris falling in and can also assist in adding a more appealing look to the tank which may otherwise be considered to have a negative environmental impact.

Are you or your company looking to invest in a water storage tank for fire protection, irrigation or for potable water storage purposes? Or, are your existing galvanised storage tanks in need of a tank liner refurbishment? If so, this article will be of interest as it gives an overview of why synthetic rubber tank liners are considered an economical and practical choice for preserving the longevity of the storage tank while also retaining the water in the tank for when it is needed. 

The cost of installing a tank liner to seal a water storage tank is less than a fifth of the cost of having to replace it due to detection of corrosion causing irreparable leakages. Therefore, a cost effective exercise is tank refurbishment which will take a few days to a couple of weeks to repair depending on the size of the tank. Refurbishing old water storage tanks with a rubber tank liner can extend its life by more than thirty years.

Galvanised tanks are recognised as an economical way of storing liquids. They are used primarily to store water for fire sprinkler systems, potable water and the irrigation market. Lining them a rubber tank liner will extend the life of a tank and provide a long term cost effective alternative to replacement.

When a water storage tank starts to show signs of corrosion there is a growing risk of bacteria growth within the tank and this can lead to the risk of Legionnaires Disease. Lining a water tank is an effective way to stop this problem happening. Water tank refurbishment also offers major savings relative to investing in new tanks and the costs of relocating and filling them.  

Above and below the ground-level water-storage tanks are becoming an important feature of many communities for the effective distribution of water. However, despite the huge benefit of the storage tanks, they can become a liability if not maintained. Steel tanks that are not properly lined may develop leaks as a result of the onset of corrosion.