For the past several years, the quality of water in the Philippines has worsened, mainly in densely populated areas like Metro Manila. On March 2019, about ten thousand households across the country’s capital suffered because of the significant decrease on water supplies due to the El Nino phenomenon. Most residents learned a thing or two from this dry spell and they started investing on water storage tanks and water pressure tanks.
Those who are not familiar with how a well system works might find the differences of these units a bit confusing. So for their benefit, here’s an easy to understand guide that discusses the fundamentals of water tanks and pressure tanks.
Purpose
A water storage tank basically serves as a reservoir for residential, industrial, and agricultural use. It collects water (rainwater, in some cases) and stores it for later use and timely access. When you turn on your faucet, water is carried from the tank to your tap, affording you with fresh water on demand.
Water pressure tank’s purpose, on the other hand, is self-explanatory: it regulates system pressure consistently. Groundwater that gets to the surface through a well system is naturally pressurized. However, the amount of pressure applied through the system might not constantly meet the demands of the whole household. The stainless-steel pressure tank stores water and maintains it under pressure, and discharges it on demand whenever a faucet or shower is used. Without adequate pressure, water supply from these fixtures would trickle out slowly. Your pressure tank will guarantee that the system pressure is within the appropriate range, delivering enough water pressure throughout the entire household.
Materials
Three of the most popular types of water storage tanks in the market are polyethylene water tank (plastic tanks), fiberglass reinforced polyester water tanks (FRP tanks), and stainless-steel water tanks.
Plastic water tanks are ideal for projects that don’t need a very large unit. Applicable in all types of situations including coastal areas, these tanks are usually used for rainwater collection and home water storage.
FRP tanks is highly recommended for industrial and chemical storage. It is also used as rainwater storage, dipping tanks for manufacturers, and fire sprinkler reservoirs. Because it is made of sturdy fiberglass, these tanks afford safe storage for water without the risk of corrosion and bacterial contamination.
Apart from coastal areas, stainless steel water tanks are suited in all types of situations. This type of water storage contains a high chromium content making it highly resistant to corrosion. Considered as the top choice for water storage, stainless-steel tanks can also store liquid with high temperature (melting point is 1,500 C).
Meanwhile, galvanized and stainless-steel water pressure tanks lead the market. These units possess strength and long-term reliability.
Service Life
FRP tanks should last for a decade or so, but if you are attentive to its routine maintenance, it could probably last up to thirty years. But if you want to be sure that your money will not go to waste, stainless steel water tank is an excellent choice. It is made from steel so it goes without saying that it is naturally more durable and has a longer shelf life than other types of water storage tanks. If well maintained, stainless steel tank has an expected service life of over three decades. The same goes with galvanized and stainless steel pressure tank.
Green Benefits
Both water and pressure tanks have eco-friendly features.
Water storage tanks can positively impact people and the environment in a number of ways. They prevent soil erosion and they aid in replenishing groundwater. They also reduce flooding especially in lower areas and they reduce the impact of storm water runoff.
Pressure tanks, on the other hand, saves a great amount of energy. With the intermittent use of the water pump due to the pressure tank reserve, electricity is used less frequently and therefore will lessen your energy costs. A well system without a water pressure tank would require consistent pump usage.
Firstank is a pioneer and trailblazer of high-quality stainless-steel water storage tanks in the Philippines. For over three decades, this company continues to be the most trusted manufacturer and provider of premium water storage tanks for domestic, commercial, and agricultural uses.
