Shop Built Galvanized Steel Tanks w/Farbertite Coating

Fire Protection
Many County and State fire departments recommend corrugated steel tanks as economical alternatives to bolted or welded water tanks for fire protection storage.  American Tank Company can also provide all fire accessories required for your specific job.  Check with your local Fire Marshall for equipment and approvals.
                                                                                                      
Installation and Safety
When set on a contained gravel foundation ring installation is easy and affordable.  If anchoring to a concrete foundation is required or requested, American Tank Co. will provide a foundation design and submittal drawings with a California Civil Engineer`s wet stamp for building permits or customer approval.

Irrigation Water Storage                                                                                             
Vineyards, Farms and Ranches throughout the West rely on ATC Corrugated Galvanize Steel Tanks to maximize the efficiency of water well production and to control distribution and pumping cycles.

Placed on Site
A boom truck can set the tank directly on the gravel or concrete pad for easy and trouble free installation. (Some restrictions apply, ask your sales rep for details)

Warranty & Savings 
Shop Built Corrugated tanks are backed by a 10 year manufacturer`s warranty.  Tanks are engineered and  manufactured from corrugated hot dipped mill galvanized steel. These tanks are extremely cost effective when compared to bolted or welded steel tanks.

Size                                                                                                                             
Shop Built Corrugated tanks are typically specified for storage requirements between 2,500 to 15,000 gallon capacities.

Farbertite
Farbertite is a Bituminous Ceramic Emulsion coating.  Applied to the interior of a tank, Farbertite bonds to the metal to form a water tight membrane to inhibit water contact with the steel.  This membrane prevents rust and insures the longest possible tank life.

Service
Corrugated galvanized steel tanks have been manufactured in California for over 100 years.  The normal service life is 25-30 years based on historical observations.  With periodic maintenance, ATC tanks can provide 30 to 50 years of quality service.

SPECIFICATIONS                    
Engineering                                                                  
- Riveted Joint Design per A.I.S.C.                                  
- Deck Supports and Live Loads per U.B.C.                    
- Prime Galvanized Steel per ASTM A527                       
                                                                                   
Seam Sealant                                                              
- NSF Approved Urethane Polymer                                
                                                                                    
Interior Tank Coating                                                 
- Farbertite is a Bituminous Ceramic Emulsion Coating applied to the floor and side walls   only. Interior roof coating available at additional charge. (15 day minimum cure time   required)

Exterior Tank Coating (Optional)
- Acrylic Galvanized Steel Primer
- Acrylic Enamel Top Coat

Accessories Available
- Brass Female Threaded (NPT) Flanges
- 125# Cast Iron Companion Flanges
- 150# Steel Flanges
- Liquid Level Indicators
- Ladders
- Side Shell Manways
- Vents
- Gravel Rings
- Seismic Anchors

SPECIFICATIONS:

ACCESS:

DELIVERY:

SHIPPING & HANDLING:    Please ask your sales representative for shipping & handling quote.

STANDARD APPURTENANCES:  A 20" Dia. cover manway is included on all Field Erected tanks.

TANK FLANGES AVAILABLE: (Inlets, Outlets, Overflow, & Control Ports):

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES:
We manufacture or supply the following typical tank appurtenances: Gravel containment rings, Liquid level indicators, Sight gauges, Tank ladders, Tank vents, Hinged deck manways, Shell manways, Seismic anchors, Float valves, Gate valves, Fire department adapters, Fire protection equipment, Hydrants, etc.  See Accessory Price List for more information.

FIELD ERECTED TANK PRICE EXCLUSIONS:
Price List does not include grading, foundations, tank appurtenances, applicable freight charges, hard access fees or State and Local  Sales Taxes.  Building permits if required, shall be obtained by owner or owners agent.

          CORRUGATED GALVANIZED STEEL TANK
TEN YEAR WARRANTY

All corrugated steel water storage tanks are designed to provide many years of service when properly installed and maintained.  Please review and follow the installation and maintenance guidelines prior to
filling tank with water.

Installation:  

1. Tank should be located on firm, compacted native soil.

2. Tank should be carefully set on a level foundation of 3/4" crushed rock, 4-6" deep with a minimum 1 foot radius from tank wall.  When seismic design considerations require anchoring to a concrete wall or slab, a layer of 1/2" asphalt impregnated fiberboard, between tank bottom and cement, is necessary.

3. Use dialectic couplings on all metal piping connections to tank to prevent possible electrolysis.

4. When attaching electric controls or wires to your tank--care should be taken to prevent cables and control mounting brackets from contacting tank.  Use insulated brackets and other nonconductive materials.  Do not use metal anode probes for level control.

Maintenance

1. Water should be changed with fresh water about every three to six months.  It is preferable that water be circulated as often as possible.  Use water for irrigation, cleaning or other uses, then replenish tank supply with fresh water.

2. If your tank is equipped with an automatic fill shut-off float valve, periodically check the adjustment of the float arm attached to the float ball to prevent over flow.

3. If the water supply contains "hard" or corrosive minerals, tank interior may require periodic cleaning and recoating.  Inspect tank interior and exterior coatings annually, clean and re-coat if needed.  Consult with your local factory representative for additional recommendations if necessary.  Under normal water conditions, tank coatings should last the life of the thank (typically 25 years).

To Clean Tank- Wash walls with water and use soft bristle brush to remove rust
and mineral deposits. Rinse with water and dry. Leave the top of the tank off.
To Recoat Tank- Once tank is cleaned and dried, recoat using a large brush.
If it`s a warm day it could take as little as 48 hours to dry. Leave the top of the tank off.

Warranty Statement

• Manufacturer shall warrant its corrugated galvanized steel water storage tanks against defects in workmanship or materials that cause either leakage for a period of ten (10) years from the original date of installation when properly installed and maintained for use with potable water.  The warranties on equipment or accessories furnished with the tank are limited to the respective manufacturer`s warranties for their products.

• All obligations and liabilities under this warranty are limited to repairing or replacing--at manufacturer`s option--the tank at its original installation site.  Repairs or replacements are made subject to field inspection by a factory representative and customer compliance with installation and maintenance guidelines.  Replacement products may be subject to normal freight, handling and installation charges.

• Requests for service under this warranty shall be made by contacting the manufacturer in writing as soon as possible after the discovery of any alleged defect.

• Installation of temporary storage facilities if needed, during the course of repairs or replacement, is not included and shall be the responsibility of the user.

• An extended warranty is available, on a pro ratio basis, for all replacement tanks.  The formula is as follows: A credit of 10% per year remaining on the original tank warranty shall be discounted from the current list price.  The user may use this credit toward the purchase of any like or larger tank.

• This warranty does not apply to any tank that has been subjected to negligence, alteration, vandalism, civil disturbances, or acts of God.  Manuacturer does not authorize other persons to extend any warranty with respect to its products, nor assume any liability for unauthorized warranties.

• This warranty supersedes any warranty not dated or bearing an earlier date.

• Expressly excluded from this warranty are defects caused by electrolytic or bacterial conditions, misuse, abuse, or improper installation, application, employment, or operation of the tank.  Damage caused by unauthorized repair is not covered by this warranty.

• No liability for consequential damages will be accepted.  Manufacturer will not assume responsibility for contingent liability for alleged failure of its products.

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RE: Farbertite Corrugated Galvanized Steel Water Reservoirs

Corrugated Steel Tanks will provide years of flawless service.  Our corrugated galvanized storage tanks offer tremendous advantages over the options for water storage.

The options available to store water in large capacities are limited.  They are either welded or bolted steel tanks. Welded tanks are typically "butt" welded that rely on a single weld bead for structural integrity.  Certifying the structural quality and penetration of the weld is not economically feasible for this type of tank construction. Bolted steel tanks rely on rubber gasket joints that may require periodic servicing for leakage.

Installation
Corrugated field erected tanks are assembled without the need for heavy equipment or potentially dangerous welding construction.  Corrugated tank components can be trucked in; hand carried or even dropped in by helicopter.  Expert experienced craftsmen who insure the highest possible construction integrity fabricate the tanks.

Construction
Corrugated steel has nine (9) times the tensile strength of flat steel and is superior in resistance to compressive loads.  Corrugated steel is especially resistant to the buckling and "mushrooming" that can affect flat metal tanks during an earthquake.  Corrugated tank seams are overlapped and hand-riveted with solid steelurethane polymer coated rivets forming a double thickness of steel that further enhances the lateral and vertical strength of the tank.  

Service
Corrugated galvanized steel tanks have been manufactured in California for over 100 years.  With minimal periodic maintenance, corrugated water tanks can provide decades of trouble free water storage.

Safety
Most of American Tank Company`s Corrugated Tanks meet Seismic Zone 4 requirements and conform to Unified Building Code (UBC) criteria.  Set on a wide contained gravel foundation, the width of the tank provides resistance to overturning without the need for expensive seismic anchors.  If anchoring is required or requested, American Tank Company will provide a foundation design and submittal drawings with a California Civil Engineers wet stamp for building permits upon receipt of purchase order.

Warranty
There is an unprecedented 10 year manufacturer`s warranty against defects in material or workmanship that cause either leakage or corrosion.

Date: January 21, 1998

American Tank Co., Inc. has been a supplier of water storage tanks throughout the United States since 1976.  Our Corrugated Galvanized Water Storage Tanks are commonly used for domestic water storage, fire protection and small private water systems.

ATC Corrugated Galvanized Steel Water Storage Tanks are structurally designed to A.I.S.C. engineering criteria. Tanks can be engineered to meet Seismic Zone 4 design criteria of section 12 of AWWA D-103-87.  Our tank appurtenances can be specified to conform to the accessories requirements of NFPA-22 and Health Department Requirements for Small Water Systems.  Our tank sealant (Sika-Flex 201) is NSF approved for drinking water storage applications.

ATC Corrugated Galvanized Steel Potable Water Tanks are lined on the inside with Farbertite coating.

We apply Farbertite to our galvanized tanks for the following reasons:

1. Adhesion - Farbertite forms a water tight, molecular bond to galvanize without     sandblasting.  Sandblasting galvanized steel would remove the factory applied zinc     coating, removing a valuable Secondary defense against corrosion.
2. Application - Farbertite is factory applied to all submerged surfaces in strict     conformance with the coating manufacturer`s recommended procedures.  Field touch up     can be easily performed without imposing health or environmental risks associated with     field applied epoxy coatings.
3. Acceptance - Farbertite is accepted by regulatory agencies for use in water systems     including schools, hotels, restaurants, campgrounds and water districts.

The following is a list of recently installed Corrugated Galvanized Water Storage Tanks*:

*Customer referrals available upon request only.

Important Customer Notice:
Foundation Requirements For Field Erected Storage Tanks

When installing your Gravel Ring Foundation, it is mandatory that ONLY 3/4" Crushed Rock be used.
Do Not Use Pea Gravel.

Failure to use 3/4" Crushed rock in your tanks foundation, will result in time delays and additional labor charges while our erection crew waits onsite for the proper rock to be installed.

Thank you,

American Tank Company, Inc.