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PRIMER COATED MILD STEEL TANKS

Primer coated mild steel tanks has been in the market for the longest time, originated from the United Kingdom, in compliance with BS1564: 1975 This system is an economical water storage solution suitable for fire-fighting.

Externally protected by a layer of red-oxide primer and internally waterproofed by bituminous coating. Product comes with a set of standard items include 600mm x 600mm manhole, water level indicator and a standard design ladder (subject to project requirement and refer below for detail specification).

STANDARD Binasteel pressed steel sectional water tanks are hydraulically pressed to BS1564:1975 Type 1 (combined double flange at an angle of 45° and 90° to the face of the plate on all four sides).
MATERIAL The steel used in the manufacturing of the panel and bracing system conforms to EN 10025 S275JR (43A equivalent).
THICKNESS OF PANEL Depending on height of tank, conforms to BS 1564:1975.
4ft (1.22m) tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
8ft (2.44m) tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
12ft (3.66m) tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
16ft (4.88m) tanks: Bottom and 1st tier of sides – 6mm, 2nd, 3rd and top tiers of sides – 5mm.
1m tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
2m tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
3m tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
4m tanks: Bottom and sides – 5mm.
5m tanks: Bottom and 1st tier of sides – 6mm, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and top tiers of sides – 5mm.
BRACING SYSTEM Internal bracing system with stays and cleats.
COATING SYSTEM External: Red-oxide primer protective coating.
Internal: Non-toxic, waterproof bituminous coating.
BOLTS, NUTS AND WASHERS Complying with BS 4190.
JOINTING MATERIAL Non-toxic PVC foam sealant.
TANK COVER Supported by trusses and designed to support the weight of maintenance personnel. Manhole and air-vent(s) with insect-proof screen are included as standard.
LADDERS Aluminium internal ladder and primer coated external ladder.
LEVEL INDICATOR Painted mechanical level indicator with reverse reading system.
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