Industrial Chemical Storage Tanks – Reliable, Corrosion-Resistant Solutions
Chemical storage tanks, also known as chemical silos, are essential for the safe storage of bulk chemicals in industries such as pharmaceutical, agricultural and manufacturing. These tanks offer rugged construction, corrosion resistance and airtightness to ensure the integrity of volatile or hazardous materials such as carbon black, activated carbon and calcined coke, urea and alumina, sodium carbonate, and desulfurization gypsum. With diameters ranging from 3 to 28 meters and heights up to 30 meters, our chemical silos optimize storage capacity while maintaining structural stability under extreme conditions.
Why Choose Spiral Steel Chemical Silos?
Unlike traditional storage methods, spiral steel silos offer excellent protection against moisture, oxidation and contamination. Key benefits include
1. Unmatched Durability & Safety
- High strength galvanized steel (275g/m² coating as standard; 450g/m² and 600g/m² options available).
- Boltless spiral construction eliminates weak points and enhances airtightness.
- Reinforced wind rings and reinforcements are used to withstand hurricane force winds and snow.
2. Advanced Sealing Technology
- Seams 5 times thicker than standard steel plates prevent chemical degradation.
- Airtight locking system is ideal for volatile powders (e.g., sulfur, plastic resins).
3.Smart Design for Efficiency
- Smooth unloading system with low energy consumption.
- Modular expandability for future capacity upgrades.
- Automatic monitoring through pressure sensors and alarm system.
4. Eco-Friendly & Low Maintenance
- Zero leakage reduces the risk of environmental contamination.
- External corrosion protection extends service life by more than 20 years.
Critical Components of Chemical Storage Tanks
To ensure maximum safety, our chemical silos utilize precision-engineered components:
1. Reinforced roof structure
- Radial rib reinforcement to withstand heavy snow loads
- Overlapping panel design prevents water ingress
2. Heavy-duty steel plates
- DX51D/DX52D grade galvanized steel for extreme corrosion resistance
- Thicknesses from 0.8 mm to 4.2 mm are available depending on chemical abrasiveness
3. Wind and vibration protection
- External stiffeners (inboard/outboard placement) for increased lateral stability
- Splice wind ring reduces bolting stresses in high silos (20 meters and above)
4. Welding and assembly
- Automatic spiral welding ensures consistent seam strength
- Sealed with epoxy resin coating after installation to prevent entry of acidic chemicals
Best Practices for Chemical Silo Storage
Maximize safety and longevity:
- Location: Install in a dry, cool location away from heat sources.
- Material Segregation: Store incompatible chemicals (e.g., oxidizers vs. flammables) in separate silos.
- Maintenance: Schedule semi-annual inspections for corrosion, seal integrity and venting.
- Worker safety: Personal protective equipment (gloves, respirators) must be available during loading/unloading.
AGC – Trusted Chemical Silo Manufacturer Since 2005
AGC is at your service with more than 1,000 silo installations worldwide:
- Over 20 years of engineering expertise in steel silo manufacturing
- Customized designs for corrosive, toxic or high humidity chemicals
- Turnkey service (design, installation, maintenance support)
Request a Quote Now – Let our engineers customize your chemical storage tank solution to meet your specific material and capacity needs.
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