Water Storage Tank Selection Guide To find out what type of water storage tank you need, use our comprehensive liquid storage tank selection guide. Selecting the best water storage tank to meet your needs shouldn't be a confusing process. There are many important factors to consider when selecting the right types of tanks for your application. We've mapped all the possibilities down below. See the chart below for a comparison of these factors to help you choose the best option for your project from our selection of water storage tanks.
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Water Storage Tank Selection Guide Considerations
| Tank Type | Corrugated Steel Tank | Welded Steel Tank | Fiberglass Tank | Poly Tank | Pillow/Bladder Tank | Onion Tank | Frame Tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel, Jet A, Kerosene? | No | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Waste Oil? | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gasoline? | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| Pressurized Applications? | No | Yes | No | No | No | No | No |
| Underground Burial? | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Suitable for DOT Transport? | No | No | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Water Tank Size Range:(In Gallons) | 700 to 4,000,000 | 350 to 40,000 | 300 to 40,000 | 5 to 20,000 | 250 to 210,000 | 250 to 10,000 | 500 to 5,000 |
| Fitting (inches) ^ | 2 to 12 | 2 to 12 | 2 to 12 | 2 to 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Standard Materials | Galvanized or Zincalume Steel | Carbon Steel, Various Gauges | Fiberglass | Polyethylene or Polyurethane | Reinforced PVC or Elvaloy | Reinforced PVC or Elvaloy | Reinforced PVC or Elvaloy |
| Specialty Materials | Color Options on Some Models | Stainless, Tar or Fiberglass Clad | UV Gel Coat | N/A | Portable Elvaloy, Urethens, Colors | Portable Elvaloy, Urethens, Colors | Portable Elvaloy, Urethens, Colors |
| Foot Print to Volume | low:low | low:med | low:med | low:high | med:high | med:med | med:high |
For all tanks*: Suitable for Potable, Non-Potable, Gray or Black Water Process or Chemical Water (SDS MAY BE REQUIRED).
| Tank Type | Corrugated Steel Tank | Welded Steel Tank | Fiberglass Tank | Poly Tank | Pillow/Bladder Tank | Onion Tank | Frame Tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folds Flat | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Comes in Sections | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Cost Range ++ | low:high | low:high | med:high | low:high | low:high | med:med | med:med |
| Longevity ++ | 20+ years | 20+ years | 20+ years | 20+ years | 3 months to 5+ years | 3 months to 5+ years | 3 months to 5+ years |
| Approx. Lead-Time (weeks) ++ | 2 to 6 | 2 to 16 | 4 to 12 | Stock-6 | 1 to 3 | 1 to 3 | 2 to 4 |
| Installation Available? | Yes* | No | No | No | No | N/A | N/A |
** Please verify working pressure requirements
*** Specify depth and contents
Specify if drive rating required
Poly septic tanks only
++Cost Range - depends on size, coatings, accessories, specs, fittings | Longevity depend on materials environmental conditions and UV Exposure | Lead times - Depends on size and quantity
^Custom sizes and types available
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Types of Water Storage Tanks and Liquid Storage Tanks
Water Trailers
Water Tank Trailers are delivered ready for operation. Great for dust suppression, agricultural use, water transport, and more. All trailers are DOT-compliant.
Pillow (Bladder) Tanks
Collapsible Tanks (also known as pillow, bladder, or blivet tanks) are a unique solution for re-usable temporary storage.
Onion Tanks
Onion Tanks are perfect for quickly storing water during emergency events. These types of storage tanks are self-rising with easy to access fittings. Onion tanks can also be moved and set up in minutes.
Frame Tanks
Frame Tanks are a flexible storage option for fast and easy use. They can quickly be unfolded, filled, drained, and restored.
Poly Tanks
Poly Tanks can be used in a variety of different applications, including drinking water storage and rainwater collection. Types of tanks include above ground tanks, mobile tanks, wastewater tanks, and others.
Corrugated Steel Tanks
Corrugated Steel Tanks are known for being economical, durable, long-lasting and versatile. Made from strong corrugated steel, they come in a wide array of sizes and can be customized to fit specific project needs. These tanks are useful for fire suppression, industrial process water, or Rainwater Collection Tanks.
Welded Steel Tanks
Welded Steel Tanks are one of the most reliable water tank types for long term storage, and are available in many different sizes and shapes to suit specific types of applications.
Fiberglass Tanks
Fiberglass Tanks are durable and will not rust or corrode. They are highly temperature resistant and available with a choice of coatings for optimum performance with your liquid storage needs.
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