Designer zone – specifications and tips for designing plastic tanks
Using the support of practitioners is not a bad thing – we have been cooperating with designers, technologists and engineering offices for years, and we also sign permanent cooperation agreements. The model of this cooperation involves joint execution of the project, sizing of the tank for the room / location conditions and configuration of the proposed solution. We go through this entire process together with the designer, taking it upon ourselves to solve any technical challenges.
Designer’s Zone is a collection of materials that can be used by designers of industrial, technological and sanitary or fire protection facilities and installations, where plastic tanks are used.
IMPORTANT: most educational activities are carried out in Polish. If you are looking for specific tips to expand your competence or solve a problem, please email us at akademia@amargo.pl
FAQ section – answers to frequently asked questions
To view the most frequently asked questions, select the appropriate tab – for ease of reference, we have divided the answers according to the category: water tanks or chemical resistant tanks.
- Operating instructions – DTR (Operation and Maintenance Manual) documentation – what it should contain?
- The operation and maintenance manual should contain basic data on proper installation (including preparation of the substrate, connection of pipelines) and the use of the tank. It contains guidelines on maintaining good condition of individual tank elements and – in additional instructions for components and equipment – data on float valves, level control system.
If you would like to read the operation and maintenance manual of Amargo Tank – contact us. We will send you the manual and discuss the most important points and guidelines. After making contact – Designers receive from us a complete set of data with descriptions for the design as well as dimensioned drawings and cross-sections.
- How to calculate the appropriate potable water tank capacity for a hospital facility?
Contact Amargo Experts – we will show you the legal basis (relevant regulations and guidelines) and advise you on how to correctly select the size of the potable water tank so as to ensure an adequate 12-hour water supply for the facility covered by the regulation (e.g. hospital, hospice, care centre, therapeutic centre, sanatorium). After the calculation, we will help in determining the dimensions of the tank – so that it can be built efficiently and without excessive construction work in one of the unused rooms.
Amargo experts are waiting for your contact – willing to provide you with help and support.
- Where to look for and what do the guidelines of the ordinance of the Minister of Health on the required minimum amount of water when calculating the reserve tank are include?
Ordinances of the Minister of Health describing guidelines on the required minimum amount of water for used storage tanks are available to the public. However, if you do not know the number of the current journal of laws or the entries are not clear enough for you, please contact Amargo. We will guide you through the thicket of legal acts and together we will select the optimal solution for providing an alternative backup water source in the event of a power outage of the municipal water supply system.
- What are the options for bringing the Amargo MultiPower water tank components? Width of corridors and doors / room dimensions.
If you have a concept or a complete design for an internal water tank to work on, if you are wondering what solution to choose and whether in your case – despite narrow doors and corridors – you can build an internal tank – do not wait, contact Amargo. Describe your case, send building plans and expected capacity and tank dimensions. Amargo Experts will do the rest. They will determine how large components can be prefabricated in advance, and what scope of work should be carried out on site – by bringing the tank in the module elements and connecting on site. Amargo is able to make tanks, even passing through narrow corridors and doors, because individual elements of the tank walls are 2600*1000*51 mm and weigh only a few kilograms. The Amargo fitter will easily carry out work related to the tank siting and joining at the installation site.
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- In what basement rooms is it possible to mount an internal water tank – modular type (installation on the foundation / installation) How much space do you need?
The tank can be made in Amargo MultiPower AmargTANK technology in virtually any room. We have many projects in our portfolio implemented in narrow rooms, where the tank practically adheres to the walls of the room. All this is possible thanks to the modular construction of Amargo tanks and the use of panels with a chamber – panel structure as building material. Amargo technology allows the construction of tanks without the need for external steel reinforcements, thanks to which we manage to make maximum use of the space available.
If you want to get to know the details of Amargo technology – do not wait> make contact, and the Amargo Expert will present you the technology and help you determine the most adequate solution!
- What data is needed for the selection of pumps – pump set – operating with a non-pressure tank for potable water supply / for fire protection purposes?
The correct selection of the pump / pressure system – cooperating with the Amargo non-pressure water supply tank – should be carried out by professionals and supported by an in-depth analysis of the structure of the water installation in the facility. The cross-sections of water pipes, installation length and number of fittings are important. On this basis, it is possible to calculate linear and local hydraulic resistances. With data on water consumption (and therefore the necessary capacity of the pump set), system losses and pressure at the end of the system – it is possible to properly choose the optimal pump set.
If you have any difficulties, questions or if you just want to outsource it to professionals and do other things yourself – don’t wait any longer! Contact Amargo Experts.
If you buy a tank from us – full data related to the selection of elements will be provided free of charge.
- What does the tank quality control report contain?
At Amargo, we pay extra attention to ensure that every element of the tank is of the highest quality. This idea is reflected in the Partnership approach in cooperation with Customers, also implemented in the field of a wide spectrum of quality control. Therefore, depending on the customer’s requirements and expectations, we carry out quality control in terms of both simple leakage tests (spark testing or water filling) as well as complex tests and protocols including post-production measurements, commissioning, tank and installation test run, as well as disinfection and bacteriological measurement of water (by external services like Sanitary and Epidemiological Service).
So contact Amargo Experts and specify your requirements and needs. We will find a solution and method.
- What are the methods / tests for assessing tightness?
At Amargo, we listen to customers and provide tailor-made solutions. We have the same approach when it comes to customer expectations regarding the leakage test method. We offer a modern, fast and efficient (without the need for flooding) leakage assessment method by using a high-class magneto with high voltage (several thousand volts and low current) and dielectric properties of materials.
However, if you are a traditionalist and require flooding the tank to full height with water and waiting the appropriate time with full filling – we can implement this variant as well.
Therefore, please specify your preferences and expectations – we will fulfil them to the full extent! You can find the contact in the form on the right or in the “CONTACT” tab.
- How is the tank being prepared for operation?
Depending on the intended use of the tank and the agreed scope of delivery and assembly, Amargo provides partial or full scope of services. The full option is understood as delivery, assembly, commissioning, disinfection, flooding of the tank, sampling, bacteriological assessment of water by external units like the Sanitary and Epidemiological Service.
If you want to learn more – please contact Amargo Experts.
- If and where a library of CAD drawings of tanks is available?
If you need ready drawings of the water tank in the popular CAD format (*.dwg) – contact us, we will provide you with the appropriate link to the data library or edit the tank drawing, adjusting the dimensions and equipment to your preferences, and then we will provide it to you. We are open to cooperation with Project Management Offices. We invite you to contact us.
- How it reduces the growth of Legionella bacteria, tank material and wall insulation?
We know that the lifetime of the potable water tank, but also the reduction of bacterial growth conditions – is extremely important. In order to limit the growth of bacteria – including those from the Legionella group – in stored water for drinking purposes, we have developed a unique solution. The Amargo tank system is first of all the use of a special material that is not a breeding ground for bacteria, the medium is not suitable for bacterial growth. Secondly, Amargo tanks are made of the MultiPower panel system – the tank walls also have great parameters in terms of thermal insulation, and as we know, the lack of increase in water temperature effectively inhibits the growth of bacterial strains.
If you want to get to know the details of Amargo solutions – make contact, Amargo Expert will familiarize you with the technical nuances of innovative Amargo tanks.
- What are the methods and options for installing float valves in potable water reserve tanks?
At Amargo, we approach each customer individually. At Amargo, the slogan about “tailor-made tanks” is not an empty slogan. Virtually every tank is different, has different dimensions, different connectors, siting.
The situation is similar when it comes to float valves at water supply to the tank from the municipal network. We have a number of solutions developed over years. Depending on the needs and possibilities of free space, we use float valves of many types, flange mounted and by means of threaded connectors. We use anti-vortex plates, separate covers preventing the formation of water waves in the tank, as well as superstructures above the tank cover, protecting the float valve.
Ask Amargo for advice – we won’t leave your case without a solution!
- What methods are used to indicate the level of potable water / firewater in the tank? Dry level indicators ?
Depending on individual needs and preferences, we can provide either a tabular level gauge or a dry level gauge in a “tailor-made” Amargo tank. We can also use measuring probe and electronic indication systems which are also becoming increasingly popular.
Contact us, specify your expectations, and the Amargo Expert will prepare the optimal solution for you. When you buy an Amargo tank, all technical analyses, design studies and simulations are absolutely free of charge.
Amargo is definitely focused on extensive cooperation with a multitude of designers! Join the TANK Think Tank Designers club!
- What other methods of measuring liquid level indications – water in the tank? measuring probes?
At Amargo, the range of measuring tools and devices used is almost unlimited. We use: tubular level gauges, dry string and float gauges, measuring probes, non-contact measurement: ultrasonic or radar and a number of other techniques.
The level reading can be provided to you locally or remotely, i.e. signal retransmission to another control or supervision site or computer system.
Describe your needs to us – Amargo Experts will find a solution for you!
Don’t wait, make contact immediately!
- What are the guidelines for the floor / base for a PP / PE plastic water tank?
The substrate for the Amargo water supply tank should have sufficient load capacity – there is no single answer. As a rule – based on data from Amargo Experts on the total weight of the tank together with water – the floor’s load-bearing capacity should be verified by the designer. Contact us with a question, we will guide you through the further process of arrangements so that it runs smoothly and professionally.
It is a separate matter to ensure a level surface – that is, the possible permissible floor level deviation, measured over a length of two meters, should not exceed 2 mm.
- Chemical resistance table.
Amargo specialists have at their disposal many tools to check the sufficient chemical resistance of the material for a given application in the design of a chemical resistant tank.
The analysis usually begins with the use of a simple chemical resistance table, then it is possible to check in a computer application – then even mixtures of many compounds occurring under specific trade names can be analysed.
Use the contact form, send a message, and Amargo specialists will check for you chemical resistance and choose the optimal type of plastic.
- Chemical resistant tank selection form.
In order to improve the process of handling your inquiry, please download and fill out the dedicated technical data form of the chemical resistant tank.
If you have any difficulty in completing the form> contact us> we will help you do it, we will discuss individual elements.
Send us the completed form by email and you will soon receive a tailor-made solution proposal!
- What are the dimension limitations of the tanks for transport?
We have made tanks with a capacity from several hundred litres to over 200 m3.
Size limitations are unlikely to exist, but as we know, non-standard transport means a higher cost. Therefore, as a rule, we recommend not to exceed the diameter of 3500 mm and the length / height of 10 – 12 meters.
If you plan to purchase a chemical resistant tank of non-standard size, it’s best to discuss implementation details with an Amargo Expert. TANK Think Tank is here to do it!
- Operating guidelines – content of the study.
We help our customers at every stage of the design process, selection and use of a chemical resistant tank made of PE HD, PP, PVDF, FRP, GRP. Especially in the case of chemical resistant storage tanks subject to the supervision of the Office of Technical Inspection, in order to register a given tank and put it into service, appropriate operating instructions should be prepared and approved.
Contact us, we will help you in this process. We have experience!
- What items does the certificate of execution and testing of a non-pressure tank for storing liquid corrosive or toxic materials contain?
The process of selecting, designing, manufacturing, certification of execution and testing as well as putting into service of a chemical resistant tank is extremely complicated. But not when you do it together with Amargo TANK Think Tank Specialists!
So contact us and we’ll guide you through a thicket of legal provisions. Below we have included only a fragment of these provisions.
Each non-pressure and low-pressure chemically resistant tank (overpressure not higher than 0.5 bar) – intended for storage of hazardous materials with toxic or corrosive properties is subject to technical supervision, if chemical substances and preparations have been classified on the basis of separate regulations as dangerous: very toxic, toxic, harmful or corrosive.
Exceptions:
- tanks for the transport of toxic or corrosive materials that are subject to the requirements set out in separate regulations,
- tanks in the process line not for storage,
- packaging intended for the storage and transport of hazardous materials with toxic or corrosive properties referred to in separate regulations,
- packaging of factory pharmaceuticals and medical materials,
- objects and devices containing corrosive materials, in particular wet and dry electric cells and containers with corrosive materials in foam extinguishers,
- tanks intended for radioactive materials.
The data comes from an official source – Office of Technical Inspection website.
Toxic or corrosive: legal basis
Act of 21 December 2000 on technical inspection (Journal of of Laws No. 122, item 1321) as amended.
The Ordinance of the Council of Ministers of 7 December 2012 on types of technical equipment subject to technical inspection (Journal of Laws of 2012 No. 0, item 1468).
The Ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 16 April 2002 on technical conditions of technical inspection to be met by non-pressure and low-pressure tanks for storage of toxic materials and corrosives (Journal of Laws No. 63, item 572).
The Ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 27 November 2014 amending the ordinance on the amount of fees charged for services of technical inspection units (Journal of Laws No. 2014, item 1675).
Toxic or corrosive: forms of supervision and test dates
https://www.udt.gov.pl/co-i-kiedy-podlega-dozorowi/urzadzenia-bezcisnieniowe/zbiorniki-bezcisnieniowe-i-niskocisnieniowe-przeznaczone-do-magazynowania-materialow-trujacych-lub-zracych/trujace-lub-zrace-formy-i-terminy-badan
Toxic or corrosive: technical documentation required
- Technical documentation issued by the manufacturer (to the extent specified in §42 of the ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 16 April 2002).
- Certification of the tank manufacturer that it is made and tested in accordance with the technical documentation and conditions specified in the authorization to manufacture. A certificate should also be issued by the tank installer, if the tank is installed on site.
- Description of operation, together with data on accessories and power sources (application).
- Diagram of connections with compatible devices.
- Data regarding anti-corrosion protection, including a description of the cathodic protection system for underground tanks, if it is to be used.
- Plan of the siting of the placed tank showing the location of the tank and associated equipment – for the tank located in the building.
- Plan of the siting of the placed tank taking into account the arrangement of neighbouring buildings and devices at a distance of 10 m – for a tank placed outside the building.
- Test report for the tightness of the liner or protective coating, if such testing is required in the technical documentation.
- Tank operating instructions provided by the manufacturer (in the case of a tank ready for operation) or developed and/or supplemented by the operator.
The above-mentioned documentation also applies to devices once again put into operation, whereas it may be modified based on the qualifying test conducted in such a case.
- Tank notification to UDT.
The process of selecting, designing, manufacturing, certification of execution and testing as well as putting into service of a chemical resistant tank is extremely complicated. But not when you do it together with Amargo TANK Think Tank Specialists!
So contact us and we’ll guide you through a thicket of legal provisions. Below we have included only a fragment of these provisions.
Each non-pressure and low-pressure chemically resistant tank (overpressure not higher than 0.5 bar) – intended for storage of hazardous materials with toxic or corrosive properties is subject to technical supervision, if chemical substances and preparations have been classified on the basis of separate regulations as dangerous: very toxic, toxic, harmful or corrosive.
Exceptions:
- tanks for the transport of toxic or corrosive materials that are subject to the requirements set out in separate regulations,
- tanks in the process line not for storage,
- packaging intended for the storage and transport of hazardous materials with toxic or corrosive properties referred to in separate regulations,
- packaging of factory pharmaceuticals and medical materials,
- objects and devices containing corrosive materials, in particular wet and dry electric cells and containers with corrosive materials in foam extinguishers,
- tanks intended for radioactive materials.
The data comes from an official source – Office of Technical Inspection website.
Toxic or corrosive: legal basis
Act of 21 December 2000 on technical inspection (Journal of of Laws No. 122, item 1321) as amended.
The Ordinance of the Council of Ministers of 7 December 2012 on types of technical equipment subject to technical inspection (Journal of Laws of 2012 No. 0, item 1468).
The Ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 16 April 2002 on technical conditions of technical inspection to be met by non-pressure and low-pressure tanks for storage of toxic materials and corrosives (Journal of Laws No. 63, item 572).
The Ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 27 November 2014 amending the ordinance on the amount of fees charged for services of technical inspection units (Journal of Laws No. 2014, item 1675).
Toxic or corrosive: forms of supervision and test dates
https://www.udt.gov.pl/co-i-kiedy-podlega-dozorowi/urzadzenia-bezcisnieniowe/zbiorniki-bezcisnieniowe-i-niskocisnieniowe-przeznaczone-do-magazynowania-materialow-trujacych-lub-zracych/trujace-lub-zrace-formy-i-terminy-badan
Toxic or corrosive: technical documentation required
- Technical documentation issued by the manufacturer (to the extent specified in §42 of the ordinance of the Minister of Economy of 16 April 2002).
- Certification of the tank manufacturer that it is made and tested in accordance with the technical documentation and conditions specified in the authorization to manufacture. A certificate should also be issued by the tank installer, if the tank is installed on site.
- Description of operation, together with data on accessories and power sources (application).
- Diagram of connections with compatible devices.
- Data regarding anti-corrosion protection, including a description of the cathodic protection system for underground tanks, if it is to be used.
- Plan of the siting of the placed tank showing the location of the tank and associated equipment – for the tank located in the building.
- Plan of the siting of the placed tank taking into account the arrangement of neighbouring buildings and devices at a distance of 10 m – for a tank placed outside the building.
- Test report for the tightness of the liner or protective coating, if such testing is required in the technical documentation.
- Tank operating instructions provided by the manufacturer (in the case of a tank ready for operation) or developed and/or supplemented by the operator.
The above-mentioned documentation also applies to devices once again put into operation, whereas it may be modified based on the qualifying test conducted in such a case.
- Is the technical documentation of the tanks stored at the manufacturer and how long?
In the event of loss of documentation by the Customer, it is possible to ask the Producer for a scan or photocopy. We strive to keep records for a minimum of 5 years, and optimally during the life of the tank.
Contact us to arrange the details.
- If and where a library of CAD drawings of tanks is available?
We create a library of CAD drawings for you. For access or editing of studies for specific needs, contact us with a short message.
- What data does the technical and operational documentation of the chemical resistant tank contain?
If you would like to know the content of the sample technical and operational documentation of the chemical resistant tank, contact us and we will send you a draft study or prepare a solution adequate to your case.
- Do the materials used to build the tank have material certificates 2.2 or 3.1?
Depending on the intended use of the chemical resistant tank (storage or process), the fact of being subject to technical supervision and quality requirements, we use semi-finished products made of HDPE / PE-EL / PP-H / PP-C / PP-S / PVC / PVDF / E-CTFE / PFA / FRP / GRP with confirmed technical parameters based on the 2.2 standard or together with testing of samples from a given production batch – standard 3.1.
Ask for details – we will explain the difference
- What security systems are used for chemical tanks – corrosive substances?
Protecting the environment – the natural environment – and caring for the safety of persons, in accordance with applicable regulations, the storage tank for corrosive, toxic, hazardous media should be additionally protected by the use of a protective bath (de facto second protective tank = double-wall tank) or a shared bath in which there are other storage tanks. Ask us for details regarding legal requirements. Simply contact us.
- Acts and regulations.
The list of laws and ordinances is extremely long and is constantly changing. Therefore, we decided not to include the list of laws and journal numbers here. We make your task easier and we invite you to contact us – then we will answer all your questions.
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