There are many reasons why small business owners need to purchase water tanks and fuel storage tanks. Farmers utilize water storage tanks to transport water to remote crops. Businesses store water in tanks in case of public emergency. Fleet businesses, such as rental car agencies and car dealers, use fuel storage tanks to gas up their fleets. When searching for a water tank or fuel storage tank:
1. Figure out what capacity you’ll need in gallons.
2. Make sure you buy a tank for the appropriate use. Potable water and fuel are not interchangeable.
3. Calculate the costs of refilling the water tank or fuel storage tank.
4. Decide how the storage tanks will be refilled.
Potable water tanks
Farmers and nurseries often utilize water tanks to transport potable water to plants and crops, while other businesses may use them to provide water to on-site events where running water isn’t available.
I recommend: Search for mobile transport tanks at
WaterTanks.com. Learn about the benefits of plastic water tanks at
TankSystems.com. Check out Business.com for listings of companies that manufacture
water tanks that fit on your truck for easy transport.
Plastic tanks
Plastic tanks are ideal for storing potable water and other non-corrosive liquids.
I recommend: Tank-Depot.com offers stationary water tanks and plastic water tanks for commercial or fire protection uses that are opaque, reducing algae growth. If you’re looking for a
plastic water tank, find manufacturers at Business.com.
Hot water storage tanks
Hot water tanks allow businesses in the food service industry to sanitize equipment.
I recommend: Hanson Tank has glass-lined insulated tanks for potable hot water and offers vertical and horizontal storage tanks from 140-2150 gallons.
Parker Industrial Boiler manufactures tanks and heat exchangers for all types of volume water heating applications.
Above ground fuel storage tanks
Businesses that have a fleet of vehicles may opt to have an on-site fuel storage tank that provides the convenience of refueling vehicles on-site and provides fuel in emergency situations.
I recommend: ConVault manufactures above ground fuel storage tanks. Search for tanks from 500-50,000 gallon capacity at
SuperSafe Tanks Inc.
Underground fuel storage
Convenience stores and gas stations aren’t the only businesses that need underground fuel storage tanks. Businesses with large fleets and businesses that are located in remote areas often require large fuel storage tanks that are best placed underground.
I recommend: Central Valley Tank of California and
Balmoral Tanks make tanks for underground fuel storage. The government regulates underground fuel storage tanks, so check out the
Technical Standards & Safety Authority website for regulations. For more suppliers and resources for
fuel storage tanks for the transportation industry, check out Business.com.
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