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AT TANK CONNECTION,WE ENGINEER EXCELLENCETank Connection is the leading bolted tank manufacturer and source for factory coated bolted storage tanks, steel tanks, bulk storage tanks, water storage tanks and aluminum geodesic dome covers for liquid and dry bulk storage applications. Tank Connection is a vertically integrated company assuring the best products available while maintaining competitive pricing.
WE EXCEED EXPECTATIONS Tank Connection is committed to helping clients find success with their
projects. It is the utmost devotion to the customer that drives an
unyielding pursuit of excellence that is the embodiment of Tank Connection.
WE OWN A REPUTATION OF SUCCESSTank Connection is an employee owned
company, manufacturing American-made products in multiple ISO 9001 certified
facilities in the U.S. Tank Connection has built a reputation of success with a passion for safety,
innovation and continuous improvement.
WE FACILITATE COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTIONS Tank Connection focuses on listening to clients and
providing them with factual information on different types of storage containment options. This approach to service clients
is based on the development of a broad product line of superior storage tank products, designs and field services.
At Tank Connection, quality and safety are second nature. Tank Connection’s field installation utilizes a synchronized jack process, which allows field crews to install tanks at grade level. This process receives the highest industry ratings for quality control and safety in the field.
BOLTED RTP TANK CAPACITIES
Sizes up to 8.2 million gallons
30,284 cubic meters
QUALITY & SAFETY DEFINES OUR PERFORMANCE
Republic of SingaporeREVERSE OSMOSIS FLUSH/FEED WATER
BOLTED RTP TANK CAPACITIES
Sizes up to 8.2 million gallons
30,284 cubic meters
WHEN IT COMES TO SAFETY, WE’VE GOT BOTH
FEET ON THE GROUND.
THE SAFEST FIELD INSTALLATION
PROCESS IN THE INDUSTRY.
Tank Connection jacking systems are stored at
various locations around the world for expeditious
results at the lowest factored cost.
WE JACK THE LARGEST BOLTED TANKS IN THE WORLD FROM GRADE LEVEL.
THE RECOGNIZED EXPERTS IN STORAGE TANK SOLUTIONS
BDESIGN D
DLOWEST QUALITY
DESIGN CC
MARGINAL QUALITY
DESIGN BB
GOOD QUALITY
DESIGN ABEST QUALITY
A
CATEGORY 1 CATEGORY 2 CATEGORY 3 CATEGORY 4 CATEGORY 5
HEAVY MODULAR TANK DESIGN LIGHT MODULAR TANK DESIGN
DESIGN AA
BEST QUALITY
BOLTED RTP BOLTED RTP BOLTED RTPBOLTED AP1 12B
FLANGED PANELBOLTED FLAT PANEL & CORRUGATED PANEL
APPLICATIONCODE AWWA D103
PANEL TYPE Horizontal RTP
PANEL SIZE 10' x 5'
WEB STIFFENERS None
COATING/LINING
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBETM
COATING/LINING Aqua AGT 2020TM
APPLICATIONCODE AWWA D103
PANEL TYPE Horizontal RTP
PANEL SIZE 10' x 5'
WEB STIFFENERS 1-2
COATING/LINING
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBETM
COATING/LINING Aqua AGT 2020TM
APPLICATIONCODE AWWA D103
PANEL TYPE Horizontal RTP
PANEL SIZE 10' x 5'
WEB STIFFENERS 3-4
COATING/LINING
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBETM
COATING/LINING Aqua AGT 2020TM
APPLICATIONCODE AWWA D103
PANEL TYPE Vertical flanged
PANEL SIZE 5' x 8'
WEB STIFFENERS
Horizontal flangeconnections
COATING/LINING Immersion epoxy
COATING/LINING
Galvanizedcoatings
APPLICATIONCODE Varies
PANEL TYPE Horizontal &corrugated panel
PANEL SIZE Varies
WEB STIFFENERS
Varies + verticalstiffeners
COATING/LINING Immersion epoxy
COATING/LINING
Galvanizedcoatings
When it comes to precision design and expert knowledge, Tank Connection maintains one of the most extensive engineering departments in the tank industry, with PE’s that set on AWWA D103, AWWA D104, AWWA D106 and AWWA D108 committees. Tank Connection maintains an expanded listing of PE stamps throughout the U.S.Starting with steel procurement at the mill and finishing with construction services in the field, all design, manufacturing, project management, system integration and field installation services are available through Tank Connection’s experienced personnel.
Tank Connection offers heavy, robust tank designs that are designed for low maintenance and long term performance. Bolted RTP tank construction outperforms all other types of bolted tank construction through its superior design, proprietary coating systems and safe field installation processes. Let Tank Connection's expert industrial designers and shop technicians, with decades of experience in tank production, turn your specifications into a specialized tank built to last.
TANK CONNECTION RECOMMENDED APPLICATION MATRIXTHE DIFFERENCE IS
C L E A RTank Connection’s Bolted RTP
Towers Above The Rest MARG
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MARG
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MARG
INAL
MARG
INAL
MARG
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GOOD
GOOD
GOOD
GOOD
GOOD BEST
BEST
BEST
BEST
BEST
POOR
POOR
POOR
POOR
POOR
Liquid Manure 4 4 4 4 4
Irrigation 4 4 4 4 4
AG
Crude Oil 4 4 4 4 N/A
Diesel Fuel 4 4 4 4 N/A
Drilling Fluids 4 4 4 4 N/A
Drilling Mud 4 4 4 4 N/A
OIL
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Process Liquids 4 4 4 4 N/A
Lime Slurry 4 4 4 4 N/A
Carbonate Slurry 4 4 4 4 N/A
Secondary Containment 4 4 4 4 N/A
Edible Oils 4 4 4 4 N/A
Fertilizer 4 4 4 4 N/A
Resins 4 4 4 4 N/A
IND
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Municipal Treatment 4 4 4 4 N/A
Landfill Leachate 4 4 4 4 N/A
Primary & Secondary Sedimentation 4 4 4 4 N/A
Frac Water 4 4 4 4 4
Trickling Filters 4 4 4 4 4
Anaerobic Digestion 4 4 4 4 4
Sludge 4 4 4 4 4
Storm Water Run-off 4 4 4 4 4
Other wastewater 4 4 4 4 4
WA
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Potable Water - Ground Reservoir 4 4 4 4 4
Potable Water - Standpipe 4 4 4 N/A N/A
Fire Protection 4 4 4 4 4
Raw Water 4 4 4 4 4
Filtration 4 4 4 4 4
Demineralized Water 4 4 4 4 4
Industrial Process Water 4 4 4 4 4
Desalinated Water 4 4 4 4 4
Brine 4 4 4 4 4
Other Water 4 4 4 4 4
WAT
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GREEN: COMPETITORS
CATEGORY 5CATEGORY 4CATEGORY 3CATEGORY 2CATEGORY 1
MO
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S H I P P E DW O R L D W I D E
UNMATCHEDCOATINGS
SAFEST
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VERSATILE DESIGN
Bolted RTP (rolled, tapered panel) design is a combination of the best features of bolted and field welded storage tanks. The modular design allows for easy shipping and safe, grade level installation. Robust construction and precision engineering make Tank Connection's bolted RTP well-adapted to all climates, geology and weather conditions. It is easy to see why it is the product of choice for liquid and dry bulk applications worldwide.
TANK CONNECTION BOLTED RTP DESIGN. PRECISION ENGINEERING PERFECTED.
UNMATCHEDCOATINGS
UNMATCHED IN ALL CATEGORY RANKINGS
PRECISION ENGINEEREDBOLTED RTP DESIGN
GRADE LEVEL, SYNCHRONIZEDJACKING PROCESS
LONG LIFE &LOW MAINTENANCE
HEAVY TANK DESIGN
NO LEAK DESIGN
AVAILABLE IN UNLIMITED CONFIGURATIONS
FACTORY DIRECT INSTALLATION CREWSAVAILABLE
STATE-OF-THE-ART,PROPRIETARY COATINGTECHNOLOGIES
#1 BOLTED TANKDESIGN WORLDWIDE
ECONOMICS OF VALUE
EXACT MANUFACTURING TOLERANCES
CAPACITIES UP TO8 MILLION GALLONS
SMOOTH WALLCONSTRUCTION
QUICKINSTALLATION
Bolted RTP is the only design recognized as a replacement for field welded tank construction
Bolted RTP outdates API 12B and other flat panel designs
The highest qualitytank design at a competitive price
Bolted RTP outdates API 12B and other flat panel designs
CLARIFIERHoyt Lakes, MN
BIOTRICKLING FILTERSDunedin, New Zealand
POTABLE WATERGuam, U.S. Territories
PRESSURIZED ALUMINUM DOME RETROFITColumbus, OH
PETROLEUMPanama
FIRE PROTECTIONAguascalientes, Mexico
Apex Aluminum Domes by Tank Connection represents the pinnacle of precision engineered tank covers.
A P E X D O M E S . C O M
ALUMINUM DOMES THAT OUTPERFORM!
PROCESS WATERWileyville, WV
ANAEROBIC DIGESTIONBarcelona, Spain
PROCESS WATERLycoming County, WV
MUNICIPAL WATERMcComas, WV
MUNICIPAL WATERManhattan, MT
PREMIER ELEVATED WATER TANKS
The Poster Series is a proprietary advancement in elevated water design with a specialized, fusion powder coated, elevated steel floor. The tank structure can be jacked from the ground and features a variety of integrated accessories, such as platforms, access doors, bay doors, internal ladders, piping, electrical and specialized fabrication.
POSTER SERIES
CAPACITY 50,000 - 350,000 gallons
(189 - 1,324 cubic meters)
Utilizing the highest quality jump-form concrete construction, this premier composite pedestal can include multiple storage levels and features a superior pan design.
COMPOSITE PEDESTAL
CAPACITY 200,000 - 2,000,000 gallons
(757 - 7,570 cubic meters)
Tank Connection provides the highest quality standpipes to meet the strictest of client requirements.
STANDPIPE
CAPACITY 25,000 - 600,000 gallons
(95 - 2,270 cubic meters)
MUNICIPAL WATERLas Cruces, NM
Tank Connection maintains two state-of-the-art fusion powder coating lines, each over 200 yards (182.88 m) in length. The system and controlled station processes are unmatched by any other tank manufacturer.
The proprietary fusion powder coating systems offered by Tank Connection are thermoset powders that utilize low-molecular-weight solids that go through a fusion and chemical reaction to form higher-molecular-weight polymers. Once the powder is applied, the bolted steel panels enter an oven where the resins, pigments and other reactive agents crosslink to produce a high molecular weight binder system, resulting in a tough, durable coating system designed for high chemical resistance, corrosion resistance, flexibility, chip resistance, weatherability and UV protection. Tank Connection’s thermoset processes are irreversible. Once the curing and crosslink takes place, the powder coating can not be returned to its original form by any means.
FUSION COATING TECHNOLOGY. UNMATCHED PROCESSES. UNRIVALED RESULTS.
Tank Connection’s fusion powder coating systems are formulated from thermosetting resins, binder, pigments and additives to meet today’s storage requirements of durability, chemical resistance, chip resistance, flexibility, heat resistance and UV protection. The fusion powder coating formulations are created by blending the various components into a continuous mass with a completely uniform composition. This homogeneous composition is then broken down into a fine powder with the necessary components for reforming into the finished coating after fusion application and oven baking. The powder coating systems are electrostatically applied from an automated state-of-the-art, fusion powder coating line. The pre-coating stages are critical to provide the best substrate surface and anchor profile. All bolted steel panels are chemically washed and blasted to an SSPC-SP-10 near white finish. The powder is fed pneumatically into automated spray guns where a low amperage, high voltage charge is imparted to the particles. The panels to be coated are grounded so that the charged particles will seek the oppositely charged metal surfaces. This process produces a uniform, monolithic, fusion-bonded surface with superior edge and bolt-hole coverage.
14 STATIONS
EXCLUSIVE &
AUTOMATION PROCESSES
Proprietary
21 STAGES
OVER
110 APPLICATION PROCESSESCHECKS AND INSPECTIONS
FLEXIBILITY
Per ASTM D522100% Intact - After bending over 1/8” mandrel:
MEASUREMENT: Percentage of Coating
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBE™
Competitor Bolted Tank Coatings
0 50 100
Typical Field Applied Coating
DURABILITYImpact Resistance: Per ASTM D2794
MEASUREMENT: Inch-Pound Units
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBE™
Competitor Bolted Tank Coatings
0 50 100 150 200
Typical Field Applied Coating
HIGH pH (ALKALINE) RESISTANCEv Test terminated without failure
MEASUREMENT: Hours to Failure
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBE™
Competitor Bolted Tank Coatings
0 2550 5000 7550 10000
Typical Field Applied Coating
LOW pH (ACID) RESISTANCEv Test terminated without failure
MEASUREMENT: Hours to Failure
LIQ Fusion 8000 FBE™
Competitor Bolted Tank Coatings
0 2550 5000 7550 10000
Typical Field Applied Coating
LIQ FUSION 8000 FBETM [Base Coat] LIQ FUSION 8000 FBETM outperforms all other bolted tank interior coating systems offered, and is renowned for its low maintenance and cost efficiency.
CERTIFICATIONSv NSF/ANSI Standard 61: Drinking Water Systems
v FDA - 21 CFR 175.300: Resinous and Polymeric Coatings
CHARACTERISTICSv Fusion bonded to substrate surface
v Abrasion, chip and scrape resistant
v Can be repaired in the field if damaged
v Superior test performance compared to all other coatings
v Does not crack or spall
v Excellent chemical and corrosion resistance
v Best warranty in the industry
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Condition Test Method Performance
Adhesion ASTM D3359 100%
Abrasion ResistanceASTM D4060-07(CS-10, 1000g,
3000 cycles)< 70mg Loss
Abrasion Resistance ASTM D968(690 liters)
No wear through
Chip Resistance ASTM D3170-03 7B
Heat Resistance: Dry Temperature (°F) 300°F (149°C)
Heat Resistance: Water Temperature (°F) 212°F (100°C)
Impact Resistance ASTM D2794 160/160
Hardness ASTM D3363 6H
Flexibility ASTM D552 1/8” (270° bend)
Pull Testing ASTM D4541 3,000+ psi
Corrosion Resistance ASTM B117Salt spray test
10,000 hrsNo change
Cathodic Disbondment G9513 mm
(90 days, ambient)
SPECIFICATION & PERFORMANCE
Film Thickness 3-15 mils DFT
pH Range 3-14 (contingent upon liquid stored and temperature)
Testing Factory Holiday Free - per ASTM D5162
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STANDARD COLORS
PREMIUM COLORS
TC TANRAL1001
TC TANRAL1001
TC WHITERAL9016
TC WHITERAL9016
TC LIGHT BLUE RAL5024
TC LIGHT GREENRAL6019
Note: All colors shown are printed representations only.
See RAL samples for actual colors.
TC GRAY RAL7035
TC COBALT BLUE RAL5011
TC COBALT BLUE RAL5011
TC FOREST GREEN RAL6005
TC FOREST GREEN RAL6005
FUSION POWDER COATING COLORS
PORCELAIN ENAMEL COATING COLORS
LIQ FUSION 8000 FBETM + EXT FUSION SDPTM [Topcoat] Utilizing the protective properties of Tank Connection’s exclusive FBE epoxy powder fused to substrate with a fused topcoat of SD polyester, it outperforms all other tank exterior coating systems offered. In recognized exposure testing (Southern Florida Exposure Tests) this system is rated at 5 years without change!
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Condition Test Method Performance
Adhesion ASTM D3359 4+
Impact Resistance ASTM D2794 40+
Elongation ASTM D552 1/8” (270° bend)
Exterior Durability AAMA 2604-05 5 year Florida
Hardness ASTM D3363 6H
Corrosion Resistance ASTM B117 10,000 hrs
SPECIFICATION & PERFORMANCE
Film Thickness 3-5 mils DFT
CHARACTERISTICSv Outstanding toughness with proven weatherability
v Fusion bonded to FBE base coat
v Gloss retention @ 60°: 80±5 GU
v Enhanced resistance to chalking or fading
v Superior exterior durability
v Best warranty in the industry
v Can not be scratched off independent of the base coating
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Aqua AGT 2020TM Tank Connection’s specialized porcelain enamel technology advances the frontier in coating systems. Aqua AGT (Advanced Glass Technology) 2020™ leverages enhanced formulation processes
that prevent fishscaling and spalling. The two major layers of glass coatings receive a two-fire process, not a one-fire process. It is this two-fire glass process that ensures the highest quality,
glass-fused-to-steel porcelain enamel finish available.
1st FIRE APPLICATION PROCESS 2nd FIRE APPLICATION PROCESS
ADVANCED PORCELAIN ENAMEL: RAISING THE BAR IN GLASS COATING SYSTEMS
SPECIFICATION & SYSTEM PERFORMANCEAWWA D103
Requirements Aqua AGT 2020™ will meet and exceed AWWA D103 requirements
EN ISO 28765:2016 Requirements
Aqua AGT 2020™ will meet and exceed EN ISO 28765:2016 requirements
Coating ThicknessExterior coating: Ranges from 10-14 milsInterior coating: Ranges from 11-16 mills depending on the two-fire system selection
Steel Specifications Special grade steel is required for enameling
Application Process Advanced formulation process for the application of vitreous enamel/glass slip
Steel Blast SSPC 10 near white steel grit blast-Coat Fire
Edge Preparation Mechanical bevel - Porcelain Enamel Institute reference guide PEI-101
Panel Edges 4 side coating encapsulation
Firing Process A controlled environment with firing temperatures up to 1,500 °F
Two-Coat Fire Eliminates the probability for exposed pin holes with geometric performance over one-fire
Coating Formulation Vitreous enamel formulation, base and cover coat layers are proprietary
Holiday Testing Every sheet internal surface tested - holiday free
Thermatron Testing Continuous 24/7 down to -5 °F
3rd Party Testing Independent third party testing is available
1. FABRICATED PANELS (WITH BEVEL EDGES) STAGING
2. PANEL WASH
3. PANEL DRY
4. SHOT BLAST SURFACE PREPARATION
5. BLAST PROFILE INSPECTION
6. INTERIOR APPLICATION: GLASS GROUND COAT
7. EXTERIOR APPLICATION: GLASS GROUND COAT
8. PANEL DRY TUNNEL
9. 1st FURNACE FIRE OF GROUND COAT IN EXCESS OF 1,500°F
10. COOL DOWN TUNNEL
11. SPECIAL INSPECTIONS
12. INTERIOR APPLICATION: GLASS COVER COAT
13 EXTERIOR APPLICATION: GLASS COVER COAT
14. PANEL DRY TUNNEL
15. 2nd FURNACE FIRE OF GROUND & COVER COAT IN EXCESS OF 1500°F
16. FINAL COOL DOWN TUNNEL
17. HOLIDAY/PIN HOLE TESTING
18. DFT TESTING
19. CROSS HATCH TESTING
20. VISUAL INSPECTION & UNLOADING
21. SKID CRATING FOR SHIPMENT
Fully Automated CoatingApplication Process: Cutting-edge, robotic coating stations apply the base coat on the interior and exterior panels. The cover coat is then applied to the interior and exterior panels during the 2nd fire process.
Advanced Continuous Furnace Technology: The two furnace firing process used by Tank Connection is highly superior to a one furnace firing process offered by competitor brands.
GOLDEN RULE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Technical and field services provided by Tank Connection are unequaled in the industry. Tank Connection provides a full service approach to storage tank construction and field services. Whether its consulting, project management or tank and auxiliary design, Tank Connection's Golden Rule customer service will meet and exceed client expectations.
PROJECTMANAGEMENT
TESTING &INSPECTIONS
SPECIALTYFABRICATION
CONSULTINGSERVICES
STRUCTURAL SUPPORTS
TANKDESIGN
INSTALLATION
FOUNDATIONDESIGN
FIELDREPAIR
WASTEWATERSt. Croix, U.S.V.I.
© Tank Connection 2018
STAY CURRENTSTAY CONNECTEDEMAIL: [email protected]
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v ISO 9001 certified QMS
v NSF/ANSI 61 (National Sanitation Foundation/ American National Standards Institute)
v FM (Factory Mutual)
v ISPM 15 (International Lumber Requirement)CER
TIFI
CA
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NS REQUEST A QUOTE AND GET CONNECTED WITH REAL PERFORMANCE
MUNICIPALSLUDGE
TREATMENT
TRICKLINGFILTERS
POTABLEWATER
PROCESSWATER
DESALINATEDWATER
INDUSTRIALPROCESS
WATER
WASTEWATERTREATMENT
ULTRA PUREWATER
FIREPROTECTION
WATER
ANAEROBICDIGESTER
BRINEWATER
BRACKISHWATER
INDUSTRIALEFFLUENT
MUNICIPALPOTABLE WATER
CLARIFIER
SLURRYTANKS
RAWWATER
AERATIONTANKS
WE WILL MEET AND EXCEED YOUR EXPECTATIONS!
FROM THE INDUSTRY LEADER, TANK CONNECTION!
TC Doc: 7040 • Rev: 0 • Date: 1/2018
CRUDE OILDEIONIZEDWATER
INDUSTRIAL LIQUIDS
DEMINERALIZEDWATER
ELEVATE YOUR EXPECTATIONS!v Tank Connection designs and builds the highest quality products that will stand the test of time
v Honesty, integrity and a targeted focus on client success and satisfaction are paramount
v Tank Connection is home to the leading experts with the most experience in the industry
v Quality, technological innovation and accountability are driven by a progressive vision
