Above Ground Storage Tanks: A Comprehensive Overview

Above Ground Storage Tanks: A Comprehensive Overview

Above-ground storage tanks (ASTs) are indispensable components for a variety of industrial and commercial applications, providing secure and reliable storage solutions for diverse liquid and even some solid materials. This discussion will focus primarily on single-walled, horizontal fuel oil tanks, elucidating their construction, uses, and key specifications.

Single-Walled Fuel Oil Tank Construction:

Unlike their double-walled counterparts, a single-walled fuel oil tank features only one layer of carbon steel construction. This design is commonly employed in above-ground settings, and the horizontal orientation is prevalent for many storage applications. These tanks, typically cylindrical, incorporate several essential elements:

• Access Manholes: For inspection, maintenance, and cleaning purposes, manholes are strategically located on the tank.

• Oil Inlets and Outlets: These facilitate the efficient filling and dispensing of fuel or other stored liquids.

• Sewage Outlets: Necessary for draining off any accumulated water or other byproducts.

• Liquid Level Gauge Port: This allows for accurate monitoring of the fluid level within the tank.

• Air Vents: Air vents are essential to prevent pressure buildup during filling or emptying operations.

• Support Saddles: These provide robust and stable support, distributing the tank's weight evenly.

• Tank Heads: Available in either flat or round (dished) configurations, these are determined by the specific requirements and preferences.

Applications:

The versatility of these single-walled storage tanks makes them suitable for a wide range of substances. They are commonly used to store:

• Petroleum Products: Crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel, and kerosene are typical examples.

• Vegetable Oils: For storage in food processing and biodiesel production.

• Other Liquids: Alcohol and various other industrial liquids, both flammable and non-flammable.

• Certain Solids: With proper consideration, some dry bulk solids can be stored in these tanks as well.

Customization and Specifications:

While we offer standard tank models, we recognize that each customer has unique needs. Therefore, we offer customization options tailored to your specific volume, dimensions, and material requirements. Below are some nominal parameters of our horizontal cylindrical tanks (this is not an exhaustive list; many others are available):

Note: All measurements are in millimeters and kilograms. Please inquire about custom fabrication to meet your specific needs.