Tank for fuels and lubricants and oils

In the last century, the fuel tank was most often made of steel. In parallel with this in the 70's. In Europe, containers made of polyethylene were widely used, while in the domestic market they had not yet heard of such products. But the advantages of plastic containers were that they can store fuel, fuel and other lubricants. And the walls of the products were not subject to corrosion, and the tanks themselves served much longer than steel, allowing you to save.

In Russia, such capacities appeared only 20 years ago, but during this time they managed to gain popularity among consumers. Already today high-density polyethylene tanks are known everywhere. This is explained by the fact that plastic containers have many advantages, which distinguish these containers when compared with analogues. Construction industry over the past 20 years has developed widely and increased volumes, which allowed at the beginning of this millennium fuel tanks made of polyethylene to win 15% of the market.

Features of plastic containers

The fuel tank for plastic fuel is now available for sale in various forms and models, it plays a huge role for the consumer when choosing. Such containers are of higher quality. Capacities are made with the use of professional equipment, in the process of compliance with the requirements and standards of GOST.

Plastic reservoir for fuel is a one-piece monolithic product, the maximum dimensions of which are 5 m. The possible volume can reach 15,000 liters. Such products allow you to store inside yourself flammable liquids such as oil, oil, diesel fuel and diesel fuel. You can use containers as a container for storing water, as they are as safe and durable as possible.

The only nuance that should be considered when choosing is the size. The capacity is highly resistant to environmental influences, which is especially true of aggressive manifestations. Due to these qualities, containers can be used in any conditions, storing combustible substances in them, as well as food products.

Cost of plastic containers

If you are looking for horizontal fuel tanks, you can pay attention to some models, the capacity of which is different, as well as the dimensions. If we are talking about the volume of 14 500 liters, then we will have to pay 154 600 rubles for this capacity. The diameter, as well as the length, is 2310 and 3860 mm, respectively. The weight of this tank is 350 kg.

On sale you can find plastic horizontal containers, the volume of which is 11 800 liters. This cylindrical container has a diameter and a length of 2310 and 3170 mm, respectively. Weigh such a tank will be 250 kg, and its cost is 105,000 rubles.

Features of steel tanks

The fuel tank can be made of steel. If you want the structure to be protected from corrosion, it is best to choose the standard wall thickness. But operation in a more aggressive environment involves the use of thicker walls. During the manufacturing process, the tank is prepared from the inside and outside by sandblasting. The most common steel grades used in the process of operation are: 09g2s and AISI 304. Such steel is suitable for low-temperature latitudes. If the minimum temperature does not fall below -40 ° C, the brand St3sp5 will suit. But the containers that are used in the food industry are made of steel AISI 304, these features should be taken into account when choosing.

Characteristics of steel vertical tank RVS

The storage tanks for fuel and lubricants can be different, but if you choose a steel model with a capacity of 100 m ³ , its internal diameter will be 4790 mm. The height of the wall is 6000 mm. The design height of the fill is equivalent to 5700 mm.

The walls are reinforced with four belts, and the allowance for corrosion is 1 mm. The thickness of the upper belt is 5 mm, as is the thickness of the lower belt. The roof of the vertical tank has a thickness of 4 mm.

Features of the manufacture of steel tanks

Steel tanks for fuel and lubricants can be produced by a roll method, in which the sheets are welded and subsequently collapsed onto the coil of a spiral staircase. There is welding of the bottom and elements of the roof, which are collected with the help of a tractor or truck crane. The advantages of this technology are the possibility of manufacturing in the factory, as well as the absence of the influence of weather conditions for the production period. However, there are also disadvantages, which are expressed in expensive transportation to the destination, as well as in the susceptibility of corrosion products during storage.

Tanks for storing fuel and oil from steel can be manufactured and on the sheet method, to the place of installation of the structure are delivered as separate sheets. The walls of the tank are built up with a crane, and can also be padded with a hydraulic jack. Delivery of metal in this case is cheaper, and the tank itself can be manufactured even underground. Additional advantages of this technology is a shorter period of work in comparison with the roll technology. Weather conditions will affect the duration of work, and the walls can be covered with rust.

The demountable method of manufacturing tanks from steel

Another way to make steel tanks is to use a prefabricated method on bolts. Elements are cut to the required size, in which holes are drilled for the installation of bolts. Elements are sandblasted, degreased and dedusted. At the next stage, the enamel is applied to the wall surface, which is baked when exposed to a temperature of 400 ° C. The thickness of the coating can reach 400 microns.

Next, the sheets are packed in a container and transported to the installation site. On the site, reservoirs are assembled with the help of jacks and the use of the belt extension method. The sheets are treated with sealants when docking, as for the bolted joint. The advantages of this method are the almost complete availability of the product for the installation process. Among other things, reservoirs can be collected in a confined space. Terms of work are reduced in comparison with sheet and roll technology. However, not every organization is capable of carrying out the work of such a plan.

Positive characteristics of horizontal steel tanks

Storage tanks for fuel and lubricants (8, 5 - the dimensions of the walls in millimeters for such containers), are also horizontal. Such designs have many advantages, among them:

• Possibility of convenient access of vehicles;
• Possibility of maneuvering at the entrance;
• Presence of unloading platform;
• The possibility of opening a barrel in a clean room;
• Ease of delivery of fuels and lubricants;
• Simplicity of warehouse inventory.

Such tanks are convenient not only for storage of raw materials for a long time, but also for active daily operation at gas stations. Capacity can be above ground, horizontal or underground. At the heart of the product can be steel grade 09G2S or stainless steel. If desired, you can choose the number of necks, as well as the possibility of installing additional equipment. As protective coatings, varnish, primer or bitumen mastic are used. Inside the coating can be made of zinc plating, sometimes the protection is applied by the method of cold galvanizing. The latest technology from the above allows the material to acquire the qualities of resistance to aggressive effects of diesel fuel.

Characteristics of soft tanks

On sale it is possible to meet soft tanks of petroleum products, they are intended not only for storage, but also for transportation. They are made of heavy-duty polyester fabric, which is performed using ballistic weaving technology. On both sides there is a polyurethane or special polyvinylchloride coating. The sheath material guarantees the strength, serviceability of the product with a wide temperature range, and also the tightness. The flexible fuel tank can also be operated at temperatures from -60 to +80 ° C. Tanks of this type have proven themselves even in the most extreme conditions, here can include tropical rainforests, harsh tundra and hot deserts.

Conclusion

For some consumers, steel tanks are the optimal solution, while others choose reliable, lightweight and compact elastic fuel tanks, with which you can organize reliable storage of materials in the factory and field conditions.

The soil can be completely anyway, the surface can come up with sand, snow, stones, beams, ravines and even swampy terrain, which do not harm the qualities of the products. At the request of the customer, the manufacturer can produce tanks with a nominal capacity of 500 m ³ . The shell of soft tanks is made of materials of increased strength, it is supplied with clamping fasteners to the transport platform.