Guide to Fitting Options and 5 Simple Steps to Installation Installing new fittings on a water tank is not a difficult process. In fact, it only requires a few basic tools and the know-how. In this Poly Tanks Series, we will show you 5 easy steps on how to install fittings on a water tank…. [Read More]
Archives for March 2023
Poly Tanks | How to Clean a Water Storage Tank
Proper, regular maintenance is an important part in caring for and maximizing the service life of any piece of equipment. Water storage tanks are no exclusion from this fundamental concept, especially those intended for potable, drinking water scenarios. In this Poly Tank Series post, we will explore the details of cleaning water storage tanks and… [Read More]
IBC Totes | 5 Types of IBC Containers
Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs, IBC totes, pallet tanks) are available in various model types, manufacturing materials and storage volumes to suit a wide range of work uses, scenarios, and conditions. Across company and industry sectors, there are five main types of IBCs that are commonly chosen for specific work cases. They include water, chemical, oil… [Read More]
Poly Tanks | 5 Types of Portable Water Tanks
In this review on portable water tanks, we will look at five of the industry’s most frequently used and approved storage tank types. But first, what is a portable water tank? Seems like a straightforward question. However, to be classified for sale and use as a portable water tank that is okay for transportation, these… [Read More]
Poly Tanks | Reducing Algae in a Water Tank
Many water tank owners, and rainwater tank owners, are all-too familiar with the problem of green algae growing in their stored water resource. Perhaps it goes without saying, but algal growth is undesirable. Algae is not only undesirable but also problematic as it reduces usable water quality, can clog equipment such as pumps and filters,… [Read More]
Rain Tanks Series | Collection of Rainwater Harvesting Articles
Our Rain Tanks Series posts are a collection of articles focused entirely on the practice of rainwater harvesting. In this series, we provide a detailed overview on many topics, important points, uses and applications, approaches, how-to’s, and recommendations. Rainwater harvesting practice, setups, equipment and much more will be covered in exclusive detail. Topics range from… [Read More]
Rain Tanks | How to Turn Rainwater into Drinking Water
There are several methods available to turn rainwater into potable, drinkable water that is safe to drink. By definition, potable water is water that is safe for human consumption as well as for use in other potable applications such as cleaning, cooking, and bathing. One of the most common reasons to treat harvested rainwater into… [Read More]