Tank Liners for Water and Other Liquid Storage

Tank liner a such as PVC, Polyethylene and Polypropylene are designed to be used in tanks where the primary application is the storage of drinking water, and can also be manufactured to be used in other applications such as irrigation, rainwater collection, grey water, sewerage and stock water.  The great news is that once a liner has been installed, you only need to access the tank every year or two for cleaning and maintenance (as is standard with all tanks, regardless of if they have a liner or not).

Domestic water storage is becoming a necessity for many households due to natural occurrences such as droughts. As this is the case water tanks are fast becoming the norm for rural and domestic properties where town water is limited. The most common tanks used for this application are concrete, poly and corrugated steel tanks. Tanks however are suspect to leaks due to cracking and holes, and while welding and patching can temporarily fix the issue, more than likely more leaks and cracks will develop in the tank over time.

Due to this very reason, tank liners are the best and most cost effective solution to fixing these issues. Tank liners are designed to fix not only current leaks and holes, but also leaks and holes which will most likely develop as the tank is used more. Liners are manufactured oversize to allow for any change in the shape of the tank shell, and liners will last for a period of approximately 15 years (depending on the quality of the material being used).

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Fabric Solutions Australia is the leading provider of custom design, fabrication and installation of liquid containment solutions, architectural fabrication and fabric products. From industrial and military-specific uses to domestic applications, our solutions are the best in terms of high quality materials, first-rate knowledge and a brand that has been trusted to deliver quality fabric solutions for decades.

Dura-covers:

• Area great way to winterize your pool.
• Manufactured from a woven mesh which has been specifically designed for use in a pool cover application and has proven its place in the market over a number of years.
• Are manufactured from a fine porous meshthat allows water to pass through but traps leaves and debris.

Each cover is secured in place with stainless steel clips. When the cover is removed, so are the holding clips so there is no trip hazard.

Some of the benefits of our Dura MESH cover are:

• Keep out leaves, debris and animals (such as ducks)
• Stops a significant amount of evaporation and this will reduce chemical consumption and cost
• Reduce filter running time
• Lets rainwater through
• Gives you more time for leisure rather than cleaning the pool

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General Pond Location Considerations

After the chilly months of winter, now Spring is here and the weather is warming up, now is the perfect time to get back into the garden. The first thing to do is tidy up and get rid of the winter weeds. Then you can consider planting flowers, growing vegetable or even adding in small aquatic pond.

Ponds are a great way to an attractive feature to a garden and can be as small or as large as you want. Here are a few tips to make sure you get the most from your pond.

General Pond Safety Considerations

Although ponds are very simple, you should still check with your local council on any regulations that may be in place. There may be restrictions on the maximum depth etc. Also it is always prudent to check that there are no pipes underneath where you want to dig, especially if you are going to use an excavator.

General Pond Location Considerations

As with anything to do with real-estate, its all about location, location, location. So when deciding where to put your pond, consider these factors;

1. Ensure that the area receives the ideal amount of at least 6 hours of sunlight a day, as this is best for flowers and plants.

2. Avoid putting a pond under tree(s) as they will collect leaves easily, adding organic matter to the pond and driving algae growth. Trees do provide shade to aquatic life though. So if you do want trees next to your pond, make sure you choose carefully as some trees are also poisonous to ponds..

3. Tree root systems can also have the potential to damage pond liners.

4. Avoid designs that allow water to drain into your pond directly, and avoid positioning a pond in drainage paths.

5. To save on water you can connect your pond as part of your rainwater system.

6. Water that drains out of your pond should always drain away from your house.

When choosing a material, consider the temperate range where you will install, and how long you intend to have the pond for. EPDM is a great choice, but you don’t need a liner that will last 30 years if you are only renting a house for a little while! And likewise don’t use PVC if you are making an aquatic pond such as a koi pond.

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Leaks in Rural and Farm Dams

Dams are valuable resources on farm, being the source of water to feed livestock and provide irrigation for crops. A common misconception people have is that if a dam leaks, it probably wasn’t built properly and a cheap dam liner can be utilised to fix the problem. However it is much more complex and soil conditions determine how the dam is to be initially constructed. Ideally a dam is build on a clay based soil, any other soil to some degree will leak. The worst soils are sandy, loam based soils and shale rock soils, as these will leak the most. Dams are then made with either a clay or bentonite layer and the use of things like dam liners is uncommon as the cost is higher. Dam liners are only employed where other sealing techniques have failed, but can guarantee that no further leaking will occur.

 Aside from the soil condition, dam leakage can also occur by ground movement, erosion, incursion by tree roots and damage from livestock, just to name a few. In cases where leakage occurs, several different types of solutions can be undertaken:

- Rebuild a new dam at a different site.

- Adding a sealant to the dam, however success is low when there is still water in the dam and it is greatly increased with the dam empty. Adding a sealant to a full dam means that the application is largely uncontrolled, and thus success is not guaranteed. The treated layer will also not be compacted making it prone to being disturbed and damaged. Sealants include synthetic polymers, clays such as sodium and calcium bentonite clay and other materials like gypsum.

- Other options include the use of sodium trip polyphosphate (for certain soil conditions), bitumen and concrete .

- Completely cleaning out the dam, and re-compact the soil

- Use of a dam liner, often very expensive, but has a very high success rate and can last from 10 to 30 yrs depending on soil conditions and material choice

 

When looking at a dam liner, there are a few different types of material that can be used, including:

1. Polypropylene and Polyethylene are the most common types of liners.
2. PVC was once a common usage for large dams, but not so any more. It is too costly and doesn’t offer a long life expectancy. It is still suitable for smaller installs though.
3. A quality HDPE liner can provide for a long life expectancy, and
4. EPDM and butyl based rubber liners tend to give the longest lifespans, with 30+ yrs not being uncommon.

For further information on leaking dams and possible remedies, we recommend reading the resource on leaking dams is provided by the Western Australian Government at

http://archive.agric.wa.gov.au/objtwr/imported_assets/content/lwe/water/eng/fn005_2003.pdf

also see the NSW Government’s resource handbook on dams, which discusses methods of fitting the dam-liners into the eco-systems:

http://www.sca.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0005/39704/FarmDamFinalLR.pdf

Temporary Water Storage with a Portable Bladder Tank

There are many ways water can be stored temporarily and depending on the application you should consider  carefully the following options.Water storage is often required on a temporary basis in many areas and applications. It may not be efficient or economical to install permanent tanks. An ideal solution is to buy a portable water bladder.

Types of portable water tanks:-

Bladder Tanks

Bladder tanks are fully enclosed shaped bladders used for the storage of liquids and are usually not self supporting. 

The shape is custom made to fit the surrounding structure.Examples of shaped bladders include: water storage in the keel of yachts, storage to fit into the companionway on large yachts, to fit into shipping containers, under verandahs, under seats and in floor wells of vehicles etc. These bladders often used to store fuel, sewerage, grey water or potable water.

Pillow Tanks

Pillow tanks are a type of bladder tank, and are self supporting and have no walls as such. As they grow in height when filled, space is stolen from the edges of the bladder, giving it the traditional curved shape towards the middle. Pillow tanks need to be made very strong in order to withstand the constant stress loads. This will also limit the fill height that a bladder can go to.Pillow tanks, otherwise known as bladders and bladder tanks, are collapsible, portable tanks capable of storing a wide range of fluids including water, fuels, chemicals, oils, gases, liquids, effluents and slurries.

Recreational Bladders

When camping for long periods of time, it is handy to carry extra fuel and water with you. A recreational bladder is just a bladder used for camping or fishing purposes. It is very useful as it can fit into various recesses of the car such as a footwell or in the back seat.

Onion Tanks

Onion tanks are just a self erecting liquid storage tank with a access hole at the top. They grow to the size of the liquid contained within and are usually made from heavy duty reinforced PVC. They are setup

very quickly and are quite often found in firefighting applications where hydrants aren’t readily available. Commonly used where remote water supplied are needed.Onion tanks are a perfect solution for temporary liquid or chemical storage and where rapid deployment is required. They are also designed for ongoing use and an onion tank will, when properly maintained will offer a long service life.. Since no two applications are the same, we also use a wide range of materials. We can meet your specific storage requirements, whether you are storing potable water, chemical waste or some other liquid.

Portable Spill Bunds

Portable spill bunds are another class of temporary water storage. Smaller version are used in the prevention of spills and leaks, while larger versions can hold water or other liquids temporarily. They have self supporting walls and are often designed so that a vehicle or machinery can be driven in for wash down applications.

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