Polyethylene plastic water tank

Lightweight, corrosion-resistant polyethylene tanks

A polyethylene water tank is made in one seamless piece by rotational moulding, so there is no risk of leaks at a weld or joint. These tanks usually come vertical or horizontal in small to medium capacities.

Polyethylene plastic water tank
Material
Three-layer or single-layer polyethylene
Capacity
From 500 litres to about 50 m³
Orientation
Vertical or horizontal
Shell colour
Black to keep light out

Key features

Seamless one-piece rotational moulding
Resistant to mild chemical corrosion
Hygienic grade suitable for drinking water
Light weight for easy handling and installation
Good value for small and medium capacities
No repair or periodic painting needed
Single-wall polyethylene ground water tank

Technical details

A three-layer shell with a light-blocking middle layer keeps sunlight out of the tank, prevents algae growth and preserves the quality of the stored water. They can also hold chemicals compatible with polyethylene, but not strong acids or organic solvents.

Behineh Ab supplies standard polyethylene tanks for domestic, agricultural and workshop use and installs them on the project site.

Technical specifications

Material
Three-layer or single-layer polyethylene
Capacity
From 500 litres to about 50 m³
Orientation
Vertical or horizontal
Shell colour
Black to keep light out
Grade standard
Suitable for food contact

Single or double wall: which is better for drinking water?

A single-wall tank is enough for general and agricultural use and costs less. A double-wall tank, with a gap between its two walls, gives more protection against impact and a possible leak in the first layer, and is preferred for drinking water or where a leak would be high-risk.

Hygienic grade and drinking-water contact standards

Drinking-water tanks must use a food-grade polyethylene with no additives harmful to health. This grade usually comes with a black or dark shell to keep light out and prevent algae growth in the stored water.

Temperature limits and underground or above-ground installation

Polyethylene softens at very high temperatures and can become brittle in severe frost, so the operating temperature range must be checked before choosing the grade. Underground installation requires calculating the tank's resistance to the surrounding soil pressure, while above-ground installation needs only a level, even foundation.

Applications and industries

Homes and villas
Homes and villas
Small farms
Small farms
Small workshops
Small workshops
Drip irrigation and farm water storage
Drip irrigation and farm water storage
Temporary building projects
Temporary building projects
Mobile transport tanks with suitable fittings
Mobile transport tanks with suitable fittings

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