Pillow Tanks & Bladders
Pillow Tanks & Bladders: Efficient Solutions for Liquid Storage
For over twenty years, NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks has been supplying top-quality pillow tanks and bladder liners to industries throughout America. Pillow tanks, highly flexible and resembling balloons, are ideal substitutes or temporary storage options when primary tanks are not accessible. These pillow bladder tanks offer quick assembly, filling, and relocation for ultimate convenience.
Bladders, commonly used as liners in existing tank structures, are customized by NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks to fit various containment systems regardless of size or specifications.
What’s a Pillow Tank?
Pillow tanks are standalone structures designed for storing water, chemicals, and various industrial liquids, all enclosed within a sleek, pillow-shaped design. Constructed from durable PVC material, they demonstrate outstanding resistance to abrasion and can be transported, assembled, and disassembled more efficiently compared to other tank designs.
While many pillow tanks act as temporary substitutes during maintenance periods for primary tanks, NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks also provides permanent pillow tank solutions.
Common NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks Applications
- Water storage suitable for drinking - Certified as Food Grade for America.
- Fluid food items - Including edible oils, among others.
- Storage for fuel and oil.
- Extended water storage - Appropriate for mining sites, agricultural areas, drilling sites, and other remote locations.
- Secondary water storage - Designed for utilization in wineries, orchards, and analogous agricultural applications.
NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks Pillow Tanks - Benefits & Features
Our frameless and easily collapsible pillow tanks offer a range of unique features that simplify assembly, utilization, disassembly, and relocation, guaranteeing maximum cost-effectiveness and labor savings. Pillow bladder tanks are versatile and can be used for various applications, including potable water storage, chemical storage, and more.
The advantages of investing in a new pillow tank include:
- Only minimal site preparation required.
- Tested for air to meet specifications for various purposes.
- Convenient transportation - Foldable when not in use.
- Robust construction - Completely rust-free!
- Minimal risk of contamination - Automatically adapts according to the current volume.
- Full-enclosed.
- Offers outstanding puncture resistance.
- In accordance with safety and quality standards in America.
- Improved durability in material coating, seams, and seals.
- Connectable - Link multiple pillows to enhance capacity.
- Cost-effective shipping costs (domestic and international).
- Available in capacities up to 1,000 kiloliters for water storage needs.
- No need for fencing, railings, barricades, or additional safety equipment around pillow tanks.
Secondary Containment Regulations Regarding Pillow Tanks
Considering portability as the primary factor influencing the acquisition of an NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks pillow tank, most units are frequently relocated throughout their lifespan. Depending on the environmental conditions of the assembly sites, secondary containment or emergency spillage solutions may be required.
Storing fuels and chemicals of any volume raises the risk of accidental spills or contamination of nearby humans, animals, water bodies, and other potentially impacted environments. Pillow bladder tanks must comply with local regulations to ensure safe and secure liquid storage.
We recommend consulting local authorities or governmental agencies regarding regulations governing commercial or industrial liquid storage
In general, pillow tanks will necessitate secondary containment arrangements in the following scenarios:
- Large volumes of oils and fuels are stored.
- Oils and fuels are frequently used, discharged, or transported.
- Oil and fuel storage in close proximity poses a potential risk to waterways in case of a spill.
When You’ll Need a Bladder
Bladders are designed to act as liners within existing tank structures or other containment systems. NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks customizes bladder liners to fit the specific tank specifications of your site.
Bladder liners often function as secondary containment measures, improving the containment of sewage water, grey water, and other pollutants, thereby preventing leaks. Additionally, as a reinforcement measure, bladder liners can offer support to primary containment units during repair or maintenance periods.
Unlike pillow tanks, bladders lack inherent structural support and rely on the shape and space provided by another structure.
Common NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks Applications
- Fire water storage serves as reserves for emergency or relief water needs.
- Wastewater bladder tanks - Designed for the containment of grey water, black water, and sewage water.
- Spill containment.
- Construction sites - Used for dust suppression, washdown reserves, and similar applications.
- Hazardous liquid storage.
- Temporary storage for maintenance needs.
Tailored Pillow Tank Packages
Whether you require flat, oval-shaped traditional pillow tanks for outdoor applications or specially crafted bladders for shipping containers, NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks has you covered!
Many industrial liquid storage requirements demand highly customized bladders to fit uniquely shaped tanks and other storage compartments, making a custom bladder the perfect solution.
NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks has minimal dimensional constraints when it comes to manufacturing bladder liners, so the possibilities for premium bladder leak-proofing solutions are virtually endless!
Additionally, we provide custom fittings such as:
- Various flange types are offered - Stainless steel and aluminum alternatives are available.
- An assortment of valves available in different sizes.
- Adapters and hoses.
- Fittings for fire suppression systems.
- Tailor-made ground sheets.
- Covers.
- Pumps and filters.
Low Maintenance & Cost-Effective
NFPA 25 Inspections by American Tanks pillow tanks present a budget-friendly temporary storage option compared to potentially unnecessary permanent tank installations. They stand as a valuable and economical selection for liquid storage, particularly when evaluating fixed or long-term tank solutions for your facility.
