Product Overview
Low-Height Configuration
Horizontal cylindrical storage design for sites with limited overhead clearance, restricted installation space, or specific transport requirements.
Flexible Storage Capacity
Working capacities from 20 m³ to 100 m³ are available as a proposed selection range, subject to design and manufacturing confirmation. Custom dimensions can be assessed against site requirements.
Integrated Heating and Insulation
Optional heating systems and thermal insulation can be configured according to the stored material, target temperature, heating duty, and available energy source.
Plant Integration
Inlet and outlet nozzles, drain connections, level instrumentation, support structures, and piping interfaces can be specified to match the project layout.
Configurations & Heating Options
Tank Configuration
Horizontal cylindrical tank with steel saddle supports or a skid-mounted frame, depending on installation and transport requirements.
Heating Options
Thermal oil coils, electric heating, or burner-based heating may be considered according to the confirmed equipment design and site utilities. Heating duty and temperature control requirements must be evaluated for each project.
Thermal Insulation
Optional 75 mm or 100 mm mineral wool insulation with aluminum, galvanized steel, or stainless steel cladding, subject to the selected configuration.
Connection Interfaces
Filling, suction, return, venting, overflow, drainage, and level-monitoring connections can be arranged according to the process diagram and applicable design requirements.
Technical Specifications
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Parameter |
Specification / Options |
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Tank Type |
Low Profile Horizontal Asphalt / Bitumen Storage Tank |
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Storage Capacity |
20–100 m³ proposed range; subject to confirmation |
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Stored Medium |
Specified bitumen grades and polymer-modified bitumen (PMB); other media subject to compatibility review |
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Tank Material |
Carbon steel; grade selected according to design requirements |
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Heating Method |
Thermal oil coils / electric heating / burner-based system, subject to configuration |
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Operating Temperature |
To be confirmed according to material, heating system, and component ratings |
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Insulation |
Optional 75 mm / 100 mm mineral wool |
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Outer Cladding |
Aluminum / galvanized steel / stainless steel, subject to selection |
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Instrumentation |
Temperature indication and level monitoring; sensor and transmitter options subject to control requirements |
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Tank Dimensions |
Customized according to capacity, permitted height, footprint, and transport limits |
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Supports |
Steel saddles or skid frame, subject to structural design |
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Design Code |
To be specified according to project requirements and applicable regulations |
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Inspection & Testing |
Defined according to tank design, applicable codes, and approved inspection plan |
Manufacturing & Quality Control
Material Verification
Material certificates and traceability documentation can be specified for applicable components and contractual requirements.
Cutting & Welding
Plate preparation and welding procedures are selected according to the tank design, material, and applicable fabrication requirements.
Inspection & Testing
Visual inspection, dimensional checks, weld inspection, and applicable non-destructive testing are defined in the approved inspection plan. Pressure or leak testing is performed where required by the component design and applicable requirements.
Surface Protection
Surface preparation and coating systems are selected according to the installation environment and specified corrosion-protection requirements.
Documentation
Available documentation may include approved drawings, material certificates, welding and inspection records, test reports, and final inspection documentation, as agreed in the purchase specification.
Applications & Plant Integration
Asphalt Mixing Plants
Provides primary or buffer storage for specified bitumen grades and supports integration with plant transfer systems.
Road Construction Projects
Suitable for temporary or permanent project-site storage where the tank configuration meets the required capacity, heating, and installation conditions.
Bitumen Terminals & Processing Facilities
Can be configured for storage and transfer operations, subject to process requirements and compatibility with the stored medium.
Low-Clearance Installations
The horizontal, low-profile arrangement can be evaluated for indoor facilities, enclosed plant areas, and sites with restricted overhead clearance.
Customization & RFQ Requirements
To evaluate a suitable tank configuration, please provide the following information.
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Required Information |
Details to Provide |
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Required Capacity |
Working capacity and total capacity, in m³ or metric tons |
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Installation Limits |
Maximum height, available length and width |
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Stored Material |
Bitumen grade, PMB type, or other specified medium |
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Temperature Requirements |
Normal operating temperature and required heating-up time |
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Heating System |
Thermal oil / electric / burner-based / other |
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Available Utilities |
Voltage, phase, frequency, fuel type, or existing thermal oil supply |
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Insulation & Cladding |
Required insulation thickness and outer cladding material |
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Connections |
Nozzle sizes, quantities, flange standard, and process diagram |
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Design Requirements |
Applicable code, design conditions, and required documentation |
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Transport & Delivery |
Destination port, route restrictions, container or flat-rack requirements |
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Inspection Requirements |
Required NDT scope, testing, and third-party inspection |
Request a Technical Proposal
Submit the available drawings, process requirements, and installation dimensions for an engineering review of tank capacity, heating configuration, connections, and transport feasibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main advantage of a low-profile horizontal asphalt tank?
A: Its reduced overall height can help accommodate sites with restricted overhead clearance. Final suitability depends on the available footprint, capacity, support design, and installation conditions.
Q: How should I choose a heating system?
A: Thermal oil heating may suit facilities with an existing hot-oil system. Electric or burner-based options may be considered where compatible with site utilities and operating requirements. Heating duty should be calculated for the specified material and target temperature.
Q: Can the tank be transported in a 40-foot container or on a flat rack?
A: Transport feasibility depends on the tank's final dimensions, shipping weight, lifting arrangements, route restrictions, and carrier limits. Confirm the transport method before finalizing the design.
Q: Can the tank store polymer-modified bitumen (PMB)?
A: Yes, if the selected tank, heating arrangement, temperature-control system, and associated components are suitable for the specified PMB grade and operating conditions. Confirm the material requirements during engineering review.
Q: What quality documents can be supplied?
A: The agreed documentation package may include material certificates, approved drawings, weld inspection records, applicable NDT reports, testing records, and final inspection documents. The exact scope should be confirmed in the purchase specification.
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