Specialty Tank Design
Choosing the right tank shouldn't be a gamble.
Picking the right water storage tank shouldn’t feel like a leap in the dark. At RESPEC, we’ll help you find a tank that's a perfect fit for your location and community’s needs. Drawing on more than 40 years of experience with water storage tanks in various projects, our expertise isn't limited to just one kind of tank; we pride ourselves on designing a wide selection. Prestressed concrete, composite elevated, or bolted carbon steel tanks – you name it, we know it, and we guide you to what works best for you, tailored to your operations, timelines, and budget.
Concrete tanks offer a significant advantage over steel tanks by eliminating the need to repaint them frequently. What sets AWWA D115 internal-tendon concrete tanks apart is that they ensure all primary components—the floor, wall, and roof—are prestressed, minimizing cracking and preventing leakage and infiltration. These tendons are typically detailed with triple corrosion protection to enhance their longevity. The versatility of concrete tanks also allows for their placement either at ground level or underground, depending on specific needs. Concrete tanks also boast customizable design capabilities, enabling them to meet nearly any size requirement and include various owner-specified features.
AWWA D110 – Prestressed (Wire-Wrapped) Concrete Tanks
Durable and Economical
Wire-wrapped concrete tanks are designed for long-term durability, reducing the need for frequent maintenance. With no repainting required, these tanks significantly cut down on lifecycle costs relative to steel tanks, making them an economical choice for water storage. Increasingly favored over steel tanks, prestressed concrete tanks offer cost-effectiveness and reliability, ideal for larger capacity needs. Their robust construction promises optimal functionality for various applications, meeting specific performance criteria.
D110 design uses external wire-wrapping over an internal core wall with a shotcrete coating.
AWWA D107 – Composite Elevated Tanks
Meets Higher Water Pressure Needs
Composite elevated tanks offer the perfect blend of strength and resilience by combining the benefits of steel and concrete. Ideal for elevated storage solutions, these tanks assure consistent water pressure and reliable performance. Our experience in designing projects with composite elevated tanks provides you with a high-quality, dependable product tailored to meet your specific higher elevation needs. Whether for municipalities or water districts, composite elevated tanks provide a versatile solution for maintaining optimal water storage and pressure.
AWWA D103 – Bolted Carbon Steel Tanks
Flexible, Efficient, and Quick to Install
Bolted carbon steel tanks are ideal for smaller, elevated storage needs, such as standpipes, equalization tanks, and clearwell storage. These tanks, which have a more limited lifespan and are typically less than 1 million gallons, offer flexibility and easy installation. Performance and versatility make them a reliable choice for both potable and non-potable applications. For projects requiring buried tanks, alternative materials like concrete, fiberglass, or HDPE are recommended.
AWWA D100 – Welded Steel Water Storage Tanks
Traditional Strength and Reliability
Steel water storage tanks have long been a staple in the industry, known for their resilience and reliability. Ideal for larger capacity needs, these tanks are a traditional choice for various applications. While they require regular maintenance, including repainting every 8 to 15 years, their long-lasting construction provides dependable performance. As trends shift toward more cost-effective solutions, steel tanks remain a viable option for those seeking tried-and-true water storage. For projects requiring buried tanks, alternative materials like concrete, fiberglass, or HDPE are recommended.
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