Typically aren’t built and delivered as one full piece and must be constructed onsite in parts.
Available in larger tank sizes, but requires heavy-duty machinery and additional manpower to install and move these massive tanks.
Less expensive upfront, but will require maintenance and repairs for things like rusted bolts, general wear and tear, leaks, etc.
Corrosion resistant and an incredibly strong material, but it isn’t very durable. The steel is welded and bolted together and this causes the tanks to be rigid. These tanks don’t handle wear and tear as well as fiberglass.
Resistant to UV rays.
Susceptible to rust, particularly around joints, screws and rivets. A protective coating is required to minimize the effects of rusting, but if internally coated and the tank is intended for potable water storage, it can give the water a metallic taste.
Steel tanks, particularly steel cartage tanks, are non-combustible and therefore far less prone to going up in flames.
Can be difficult to use in industries or environments with intense temperatures.
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Lightweight, easy to transport and ship and requires less manual labour to install than most competing materials.
Favoured as a below-ground option for storage for many industries and is just as useful as above-ground.
The initial price may be higher, but the lifespan is years longer! Fiberglass tanks are more labour-intensive to construct, making them more expensive than other options.
Will cost you less in repairs if regular maintenance and inspections are conducted to elongate the time between replacements.
Built and delivered as one complete product and is more durable and flexible than competitors. Can be customized to your requirements.
Rust and corrosion-resistant, fiberglass-reinforced plastic tanks can withstand even the most caustic chemicals and house them safely.
FRP tanks have excellent tensile strength to resist potential damage caused by the pressure of the liquid the unit is storing.
Fiberglass requires a gel coating to prevent damage from UV rays and to maintain reasonable temperatures.
Does not conduct electricity
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