Fire Fighting Water Storage tanks are bolted panel steel structures that can either be constructed using hot dip galvanized steel sheet or zinc-aluminum corrugated sheet. They offer excellent corrosion resistance, durability and long life. Standards for FM GI Tank includes FM 4020 and NFPA 22. The Fire water tank capacities range from 20,000 Liters to 40,00,000 Liters.
The bolted panel structure can be easily dismantled and re-installed on different sites within a short span, hence providing high flexibility. The extra strength to the roof is provided by galvanized metal tube trusses and support trusses. A PVC Reinforced Liner is installed inside the tank that separates the water from the tank wall providing further internal protection from corrosion.
While choosing the right tank for your fire water storage requirement, the following points need to be considered -
| Feature | Galvanized Tank | Zincalume Tank |
| Wall thickness | 2 mm | 0.8 - 4.0 mm |
| Sheet Type | Flat sheet curved panels | Corrugated sheet curved panels |
| Composition | HDG Steel | Zinc-Aluminum Steel |
| Tank Structure | Bolted Panel Structure | Bolted Panel Structure |
| Standards | FM 4020, NFPA 22 | AS 2304, NFPA 22 |
| Internal Protection | PVC reinforced Liner | PVC reinforced Liner |
| Tank Life | 15-20 Years | 20-25 Years |
