Storage tank area and volume description and understanding of liquid alkali storage tanks

For storage tanks, we will continue with some new knowledge, but the way it is presented is not through statements, but through a question and answer format. By adopting a different learning approach, we aim to provide a thorough understanding and mastery, allowing everyone to benefit from it and apply their acquired knowledge effectively in practice.

Is there a distinction between vertical and horizontal PP storage tanks? If so, what is the difference between these two types?

PP storage tanks can be classified into vertical and horizontal types. Moreover, there is a difference between these two types, mainly in their placement form. The former is upright, while the latter is lying down. However, they are used under normal pressure and temperature, with a working temperature range of -10 ℃ to 120 ℃.

What exactly does the storage tank area that we usually refer to include?

In general, the tank area we refer to mainly includes civil engineering projects such as tank foundations, pile driving works, firewalls, water supply and drainage, and pipe racks, as well as tank bodies and tank accessories. In engineering, it includes anti-static and lightning protection engineering, anti-corrosion engineering, electrical and instrumentation engineering, and fire protection engineering.

How is the volume of a storage tank calculated? What are the specific size parameters of a 50 cubic meter vertical storage tank?

The volume of a storage tank is generally obtained by multiplying its volume by the filling factor. The filling coefficient is usually taken as 90%, which is 0.9. For a 50 cubic meter vertical storage tank, its size parameters are: the inner container diameter is 2500X10, the outer shell is 3000X10, and the total height is 12204.

What is the material of the liquid alkali storage tank? What types are there?

Liquid alkali storage tank, which is also a type of storage tank. In terms of material, it is mainly made of fiberglass, but sometimes it also depends on the specific situation. For this type of storage tank, there are generally two categories: polyethylene material and outer steel lined polyethylene material.