The collapsible tank for fuel is an economical and reliable way to store large quantities of fuel on your project site, oilfield operation, or other area location. Built from tough and durable fuel storage materials, the flexible fuel tank is equipped to handle the nature of both outdoor storage, as well as various types of fuel.
Flexible Tank Information
The collapsible tank, also known as a pillow tank or flexible tank, is a flexible storage unit that can be used to store a wide range of liquids in outdoor locations or other small crawl spaces. When used for the storage of fuel, these tanks are made using a wide range of tough, quality materials that can include urethane, rubber, or polymer alloy coated fabric.
Rugged in both their design and storage ability, flexible tanks have been place in a fuel farm setup or fuel supply system to store and use large quantities of fuel in the same location. Tanks are equipped with fittings that can accommodate fuel hoses and include aluminum, stainless steel, or polypropylene materials.
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Applications
One of the main advantages of using a flexible tank is its ability to be used in a wide range of applications and locations. They are often made to match exact site specifications, providing you with storage that can match your needs. Setups for these tanks has allowed them to be used in industries and companies across the world, as alternative large capacity fuel storage option. Tanks have been used for:
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Military Operations
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- Mining Industries
- Construction Sites
- Emergency Relief Efforts
- Fuel Storage for Remote Locations
- Commercial Storage (Hotels, Motels, Complexes)
- Marine Craft Fuel Storage
- Aerospace and Aeronautics
- Fuel Farms: The fuel farm setup is an easy way to store large quantities of fuel in the same location. Tanks are often connected to pumps or pipes.
- Oil Field & Mining: These collapsible tanks are often used for oil field or mining operations where fuel storage is required to supply machinery.
- Remote Storage: Flexible tanks are also ideal for remote areas or locations. This helps safely store fuel for needed times during shortages or in areas where fuel supply is scarce and far between.
Benefits
- Large Storage Capacities
- Equipped to Handle a Wide Range of Temperatures
- Built for Outdoor Storage
- Lower Shipping Costs (folds or rolls up when empty)
- Decreased Tank Footprint
- Low Profile
- Fits in Crawl Spaces
- Durable, Rugged Materials
Technical Specifications
Fabric Materials: Fabrics used to construct fuel pillow tanks include quality, durable materials equipped to handle the nature of fuel, as well as outdoor elements. Typical materials used for this type of fuel storage include urethane, rubber and polymer alloy coated materials.
Capacities: The flexible tank can be constructed to almost any capacity, making it ideal for site specific or large quantity storage. The largest tank usually offered is a 250,000 gallon unit, though several smaller capacities in the range of 1 to 250,000 gallons are also available.
Fittings: As these fuel pillow tanks are typically built to fit hoses, standard fittings range in size to match standard sizes from 3/4" through 2". Larger fittings are also available in the range of 4" through 6". Standard fittings include ball valves and a pressure relief vent with flame arrestors. Optional fittings include:
- Ports (floor or drain) to accommodate periodic cleaning
- Pressure Relief Valves
- Operational Spare Parts & Repair Kit
- Emergency Plugs
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When storing large capacities, berm liners or ground cloths are often placed underneath fuel pillow tanks to help add an extra layer of protection between the tank bottom and the ground. If using a spill berm, these secondary containment liners are often made with aluminum angle, air, or foam walls to contain your liquids in the event of a spill.