Field Erected Galvanized Steel Tanks w/Farbertite Coating

Field Erected Corrugated Galvanized Steel Tanks With "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 also provides all fire accessories required for your specific job. Check with your local Fire Marshall for approval equipment and approvals.

Irrigation, Water Storage                                                                                      
Vineyards, Farms and Ranches throughout the west rely on ATC Corrugated Galvanized Steel Tanks to maximize the efficiency of water well production and to control distribution and pumping cycles.
                                                                                                                              
Erected on Site                                                                                                       
Field erected tanks are delivered in sections and are erected on site.  This makes the ATC tank an ideal choice for those hard to reach locations

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.

Safety
Most field erected tanks meet seismic safety standards without anchoring, saving the  expense of a concrete foundation.  Set on a contained gravel foundation, wide diameters provide resistance to overturning  without the need for seismic anchors.  If anchoring is required or requested, American Tank  Co. wet stamp for building permits. will provide a foundation  design and submittal drawings  with a California Civil Engineers  or customer approval.

Size 
Field erected corrugated tanks are typically specified  for storage requirements between 20,000 to 150,000 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 a 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 recoat 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.  Manufacturer 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.

Memo
To:                                                                                                               CC:

From:                                                                                                           DATE:

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 steel urethane  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.