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SMC / FRP

Bolted SMC fibreglass panel tanks, hot compression moulded, for potable water and hygienic or food-related liquid storage.

Finish
Moulded fibreglass, anti-skid studs
Best for
Potable water, hygienic and food-related industries
Thickness
2.5 mm panels
SMC / FRP, 4 × 3 × 3 panel tank

Drawing: 4 × 3 panels, 3 tiers high

Specification

  • Specifications may change without notice and can be customised subject to manufacturer approval and safety standards.
  • Installation by approved installers only is recommended.
  • For other liquids, pH levels or higher temperatures, seek the manufacturer's advice.
Specification: SMC / FRP
ConstructionBolted SMC panels made by hot compression moulding
CompositionUnsaturated polyester resin with E-type glass fibre
Panels1 m × 1 m and 1 m × 0.5 m, double flange at 45° and 90°, pre-drilled
Anti-skidTop covers and base interior carry protruded studs for safe installation and maintenance
ReinforcementStainless steel where in contact with water; hot-dip galvanised elsewhere
Manhole and air ventPer compartment: 600 mm square manhole and insect-proof air vent
Skid basePrimer-coated mild steel skid base on RC plinths at 1.0 m centres (galvanised option)
Ladders and indicatorInternal aluminium and external galvanised ladders; ruler-type level indicator in metres
PipeworkOpenings customised before delivery; pipes need their own supports and flexible joints

Panel thickness by tank height

Tank heightThickness
1 m, 2 m, 3 m2.5 mm bottom, sides and ends
4 m3.0 mm bottom and first tier; 2.5 mm second, third and top tiers

Structural components

  • Stanchion post
  • Fish-tail bracket
  • Perimeter angle
  • M12 tie rod
  • Cleats
  • SMC tank cover

Sizes and capacities

Capacities come from the published tables. Anything off the grid is a custom tank.

Full capacity tables
Range

SMC / FRP

Potable water, hygienic and food-related industries

Tank height

Panel: 1 m × 1 m

Standard size

5,000 × 4,000 mm · 2 m

40,000 L

Nominal capacity · 8,800 imp. gallons

Plan size, in panels5 × 4

Dots mark published sizes

SMC / FRP 5 × 4 × 2