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Important Changes: Our XLPE Now Meets NSF Certification

Our goal is to continually update you of any and all internal changes that may affect your poly storage tank system. With that goal in mind, we have a few clarifications and updates on how we now meet NSF certification with polyethylene tank materials.

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4 Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing & Maintaining a Tank

If you have recently purchased a tank for chemical storage or you are thinking about it, there are a few things you might want to consider before and after the purchase of one. Not only is this to protect the tank itself, but also the solution you are placing in the tank and your workers' and employees' safety.

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Custom Built Polyethylene Products: Where Do They Come From?

With all of the uses for polyethylene, there are many companies and plants that need rotationally molded products not currently offered by manufacturers. Thankfully, working with a specialist to build a custom built solution is a viable option in order to manufacture a unique product that meets your exact specifications.

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Chemical Storage Lessons From the Roanoke Chemical Spill

Recently, a chemical storage spill occurred at a Roanoke metals processing plant. A forklift punctured a storage tank containing hydrochloric acid. This pungent liquid is a strong, highly corrosive acid that creates toxic and potentially fatal fumes. Because of the high-risk chemical involved, the plant was quickly evacuated. Thankfully, the spill was less than 100 gallons and could be contained with minimal impact on the plant production schedule, and most importantly, no one was injured.

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Craft Brewing Tanks: A Look At Cost-Effective Poly Storage Solutions

The popularity of craft brewing is exploding across the United States. To date, over 3000 craft breweries exist. Smart, flexible, cost-effective storage of the dry ingredients, water, and cleaning agents and chemicals used in the brewing process is essential.

Topics: Applications

Chemical Storage Tank Restraint Systems: How Important Is a Third Party Engineer?

In locations where chemical storage tanks are subject to earthquakes and heavy winds, tank restraint systems are critical. A proper tank restraint system prevents the tank from sliding or tipping over. Tank restraints prevent against damage to the tank itself, and a potential costly environmental cleanup from a spill.

Topics: Fittings and Accessories

Maintaining Safe Chemical Storage Through Periodic Tank Inspection

Safe storage of chemicals is vital. In a previous article, we recommended a comprehensive annual chemical storage tank inspection to detect cracking and crazing, gasket and fitting issues,and several other points on and around the tank that could develop into potential problems.

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Why NSF-61 Is Important: State Regulations and Compliance

NSF/ANSI Standard 61 (NSF-61) is a set of national standards that relates to water treatment. It establishes stringent requirements for the control of equipment that comes in contact with either potable water or products and chemicals that support the production of potable water.

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How Polyethylene Storage Tanks Can Be Used During the Beer Brewing Process

The traditional choice for storing the materials in making beer is stainless steel. Process engineers and major breweries are beginning to realize the array of benefits polyethylene tanks offer.

Topics: Applications

Storage Solutions For Ferric Chloride When Treating Drinking Water

Topics: Chemicals