The Best of 2024 - Top 5 Chemical Storage Blogs

As 2024 comes to a close, we take a moment to reflect on the valuable insights shared in our chemical storage tank blogs throughout the year. From advancements in storage solutions to critical safety measures, our goal has been to equip professionals with the knowledge they need to ensure the integrity of their chemical storage systems.

In this recap, we’re highlighting the top five blogs that resonated most with our readers, covering key topics such as best practices, emerging technologies, and approaches for maintaining safe, efficient chemical storage. Join us as we revisit these essential pieces that have shaped the conversation around chemical storage in 2024.

Best Practices For Sulfuric Acid Storage Tank Design

Sulfuric acid is one of the most widely used chemicals in the United States. This heavy, corrosive chemical requires a specifically designed storage system. That’s why Poly Processing follows guidelines that help ensure safety and enhanced useful tank life.

In this article, we’ll look at why storing sulfuric acid is such a challenge, and how we’ve adapted our tank system requirements to resolve these challenges.

You’ll learn about our tank storage requirements for your own storage needs and get access to a downloadable guide for your reference.

What's the Difference Between NSF Approval and FDA Compliance for Chemical Tanks?

It’s easy to get confused between NSF certification, FDA approval, and FDA requirements. Which terms do you need to be familiar with, and what should you expect from your chemical storage tank? 

These are good questions, and it’s important to understand the differences between NSF and FDA as you prepare to purchase a chemical storage system.

Let's learn more about the difference between NSF and FDA approval for chemical storage tanks.

Getting to Know Flocculants, like Ferric Chloride

Wastewater: Sludge Removal & the Chemicals Used

There are five basic steps for the wastewater treatment process, each of which involves a set of common chemicals. As such, safe, proper storage for wastewater treatment chemicals is critical. The steps are as follows: removal of solid particles, neutralization, odor control, disinfection, and sludge treatment and removal. 

Wastewater sludge is essentially the solid material that is left behind after the wastewater treatment process.

Removing the sludge is an important part of the wastewater treatment process because it helps to prevent the buildup of potentially harmful materials and keeps wastewater treatment systems running smoothly. 

A Clear and Simple Guide to Annual Storage Tank Inspections

No matter what chemicals you’re storing, it’s important to conduct routine storage tank inspections. These inspections are vital to help keep the chemical tanks, fittings, venting and accessories in good working condition—and to avoid costly surprise failures. 

Even new polyethylene tanks should receive routine and careful visual inspections.  The tank may need to be replaced if it displays stress cracking, crazing, or embrittlement.

Follow these inspection guidelines at least annually to help ensure the safety of personnel and the preservation of the chemical you’re storing.