Horizontal Bitumen Tank With Agitator

Horizontal Bitumen Tank With Agitator
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A Horizontal Bitumen Tank with Agitator combines heated bitumen storage with mechanical mixing for applications requiring controlled material temperature and periodic or continuous agitation.
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Product Overview

 

A Horizontal Bitumen Tank with Agitator combines heated bitumen storage with mechanical mixing for applications requiring controlled material temperature and periodic or continuous agitation.
Heated Storage - Maintains bitumen at the specified operating temperature through a compatible heating system and thermal insulation.
Mechanical Agitation - Circulates and mixes the stored material to help maintain uniformity, depending on bitumen viscosity, formulation and operating conditions.
Custom Configuration - Tank capacity, heating arrangement, agitator design, instrumentation and piping connections can be specified according to project requirements.

 

Configurations & Selection

 

Tank Capacity and Layout
Select the tank volume according to daily bitumen consumption, delivery frequency, required storage duration and available installation space. Total volume and usable working capacity should be confirmed during engineering.
Agitator Type and Drive
Agitator geometry, shaft arrangement, rotational speed and motor power should be selected according to bitumen viscosity at operating temperature, mixing requirements and tank dimensions. Variable-frequency drive (VFD) control can be specified where required.
Heating and Insulation
Thermal-oil heating coils or electric heating elements can be considered according to the available energy source and process requirements. Insulation thickness and cladding material should be selected based on operating temperature, ambient conditions and site requirements.
Instrumentation and Plant Integration
Optional equipment may include temperature sensors, level instruments, transfer pump connections, local control panels and interfaces with plant PLC systems. The final instrument list and communication requirements should be confirmed before ordering.

 

Technical Specifications

 

Parameter

Available Options / Selection Basis

Equipment Type

Horizontal bitumen storage tank with mechanical agitator

Tank Capacity

Customized according to required storage volume

Tank Material

Carbon steel or stainless steel, subject to material compatibility and project requirements

Tank Dimensions

Customized according to capacity and site layout

Heating System

Thermal-oil heating coils or electric heating, subject to configuration

Operating Temperature

Specified according to bitumen grade and process requirements

Thermal Insulation

Insulation material and thickness selected according to operating conditions

Agitator Configuration

Top-mounted or side-entry, subject to engineering feasibility

Agitator Drive

Motor and optional VFD control, sized for the specified operating conditions

Temperature Monitoring

Sensor type and control arrangement specified per project

Level Monitoring

Optional level measurement system

Control System

Local control panel or plant PLC integration, as specified

Design and Compliance

Applicable design code and regional requirements to be confirmed for each project

 

Manufacturing & Quality Control

 

Fabrication and Material Verification
Tank plate specifications, welding procedures, structural supports and material traceability should be defined according to the approved design and applicable requirements. Material certificates can be provided where included in the order documentation.
Welding and Inspection
Weld inspection methods, inspection coverage and acceptance criteria should be specified according to the applicable design code and project requirements. RT, UT or PT should only be listed as supplied inspection services when confirmed for the specific order.
Mechanical and Functional Checks
The inspection plan may cover agitator alignment, drive operation, temperature instrumentation, control functions and interface checks. Any pressure or leak testing must follow the applicable design requirements and approved test procedure.
Documentation
The order documentation can be defined to include applicable material certificates, inspection reports, test records, equipment drawings and operating instructions.

 

Applications & System Integration

 

Asphalt Mixing Plants - Provides heated buffer storage and material supply to asphalt production equipment.
Polymer-Modified Bitumen (PMB) - Supports mixing or agitation where required by the formulation and process. Long-term phase stability depends on the polymer system, formulation, temperature, storage duration and agitation conditions.
Bitumen Processing and Storage Facilities - Can be integrated with compatible transfer pumps, heating equipment, piping manifolds and plant control systems.
Plant Integration - Inlet and outlet connections, pump capacity, electrical supply, control signals and installation clearances should be confirmed before equipment manufacture.

 

Customization & RFQ Requirements

 

For an accurate technical proposal and quotation, please provide:
Storage Requirements - Required capacity in m³ or tonnes, daily consumption, storage duration and available installation space.
Bitumen Properties - Bitumen grade, viscosity at operating temperature, target temperature and any polymer or additive content.
Heating and Agitation - Preferred heat source, mixing objective, operating cycle, available electrical supply and any required temperature-control range.
Plant Interfaces - Inlet and outlet sizes, flange standards, transfer pump requirements, piping layout and PLC communication requirements.
Compliance and Documentation - Destination market, applicable design code, required inspection scope and documentation.
Drawings, process information and site layout details should be submitted where available to support engineering review.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

Q: What is the main advantage of a horizontal bitumen tank with an agitator?

A: It combines heated storage and mechanical mixing in a horizontal configuration. The agitator helps circulate the material where mixing is required, while the heating system maintains the specified operating temperature.

Q: Is an agitator necessary for every bitumen storage tank?

A: No. The requirement depends on the bitumen grade, formulation, storage duration and process. Conventional bitumen storage may not require continuous agitation, while certain modified formulations may need controlled mixing.

Q: How is agitator motor power selected?

A: Motor power depends on bitumen viscosity at operating temperature, tank geometry, impeller design, rotational speed and the required mixing duty. It should be determined through engineering calculations rather than tank capacity alone.

Q: Can the tank connect to an existing asphalt plant control system?

A: PLC integration can be specified subject to the existing system's electrical and communication requirements. Signal types, communication protocols, interlocks and control responsibilities should be agreed upon before manufacture.

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