Tecnicon Engineering Private Limited

1. Purpose / Use

• For storing:

  • Water (raw, DM, process)

  • Chemicals (non-corrosive)

  • Oils (lubricating, fuel, etc.)

  • Effluent or utility fluids

2. Tank Capacity

• Nominal Volume: 10 KL (10000 Liters)

• Working Volume: ~9900–10500 Liters

• Orientation: Vertical cylindrical with flat or dished bottom

3. Material of Construction

• Shell & Bottom/Top: Stainless Steel (SA 240 GR 304)

• Top Head: Flat or conical (based on application)

• Bottom Head: Flat or dished

• Supports: MS legs or skirt support (based on height/diameter)

• Internal Coating:

  • Bare MS (for water or non-corrosive fluids)

  • Optional epoxy, rubber, or FRP lining (for chemical compatibility)

• External Finish:

  • Red oxide primer + industrial enamel paint

  • Optional epoxy topcoat for outdoor use

4. Design Standards

• IS 803 (Indian Standard for MS storage tanks)

• API 650 (optional, for large storage tanks)

• Custom fabrication standards per client requirement

5. Operating Parameters

• Design Pressure: Atmospheric (standard)

• Design Temperature: Ambient to 100°C (depends on fluid)

• Non-pressurized: Not designed to handle pressure or vacuum

6. Dimensions (Typical – may vary)

• Diameter: ~1500 mm to 2000 mm

• Height: ~2500 mm to 3500 mm (excluding nozzles)

• Shell Thickness: 5 mm to 8 mm (depending on design)

• Bottom/Top Thickness: 6 mm to 10 mm

7. Nozzles & Connections

• Inlet: 1.5” or 2” (flanged or threaded)

• Outlet: 2” or 3” with butterfly or ball valve

• Vent: 1” with mesh or flame arrestor (optional)

• Drain: Bottom 1” or 1.5” with valve

• Overflow: 1” (optional)

• Manhole: 400–500 mm dia. with bolted cover (top or side)

• Instrumentation Ports (optional):

  • Level gauge nozzle

  • Temperature thermowell

  • Pressure gauge (if jacketed)

8. Mounting / Support

• Vertical Legs: 3 or 4 MS angle/channel legs with base plates

• Skirt Support: Optional for large or tall tanks

• Anchor Bolts: Provided for foundation grouting

9. Optional Features

• Ladder and cage (for maintenance access)

• Top railing or platform (for manhole access)

• Level indicators (float or glass tube type)

• Sight glass with guard

• Coating for weather or corrosion protection

• FRP or epoxy lining (for chemical resistance)

• Nameplate with tank ID and capacity

10. Applications

• Industrial water storage (DM, raw, process)

• Lube/fuel oil storage

• ETP/STP water tank

• Utility chemical storage

• Buffer tank for batching/mixing plants

1. Tank Type

• Horizontal cylindrical storage tank

• Non-pressurized or low-pressure (as required)

2. Application

• Storage of water, chemicals, solvents, dairy, or food-grade liquids

• Suitable for industrial, food, beverage, or pharma (if sanitary finish applied)

3. Capacity

• Standard: 500 liters to 100,000 liters (customizable)

4. Material of Construction (MOC)

• Shell & Heads: Stainless Steel SS304 / SS316 / SS316L

• Nozzles: SS304 / SS316

• Manhole Cover: SS304 / SS316

• Support Structure: SS or MS (painted or galvanized)

5. Design Parameters

• Design Pressure: Atmospheric or up to 1 bar (for low pressure tanks)

• Test Pressure: 1.3 × Design Pressure (if applicable)

• Design Temperature: -10°C to +120°C (or as required)

• Corrosion Allowance: Not typically required for SS, optional 1 mm

6. Design Codes

• IS 803 / ASME Section VIII Div. 1 (for pressurized version)

• IS 1730 / 2062 (for support structure)

7. Configuration

• Orientation: Horizontal

• Ends: Dished or Flat end heads

• Mounting: Saddle supports with hold-down lugs

• Access: Manhole (top or side, 18"/24" size)

8. Surface Finish

• Internal:

  • Mill Finish / Buffed finish (120 to 180 grit)

  • Mirror Finish (optional, for hygiene-sensitive applications)

• External:

  • SS polished / Matt finish

  • Optional: Painted (if exposed outdoors)

9. Nozzles & Fittings

• Inlet / Outlet nozzle

• Vent nozzle

• Drain nozzle (lowest point)

• Level indicator nozzle (optional)

• Temperature sensor port (optional)

• CIP / Spray ball port (if needed)

• Overflow nozzle (optional)

10. Supports

• Type: Saddle supports (2 or more depending on tank size)

• Material: MS (epoxy painted) or SS (for full SS construction)

• Anchoring: Hold-down lugs or anchor bolts (optional)

11. Manhole

• Top or side-mounted

• Size: Typically 18" or 24"

• With swing bolt or quick clamp type

12. Inspection & Testing

• Hydrostatic Test (if required): At 1.3× working pressure

• Dye Penetrant Test (DPT) on welds (if required)

• Visual Inspection for welds and surface finish

• Dimensional check

13. Painting / Coating (If required)

• Usually not needed for SS, but optional for:

  • External epoxy or PU coating (for outdoor use)

  • Insulation + cladding (for temperature-sensitive storage)

14. Insulation (Optional)

• Insulated with glass wool / mineral wool

• Cladding with SS / aluminum sheet

• Used for hot/cold liquid storage

15. Documentation

• GA Drawing

• Fabrication drawing

• Material Test Certificates (MTC)

• Hydrotest Report (if applicable)

• Warranty / Compliance Certificates (if required)

1. Tank Capacity

• 5,000 liters (5 KL, nominal capacity)

2. Application

• Storage of liquids such as acids, alkalis, solvents, water, or process chemicals

3. Material of Construction (MOC)

Choose based on chemical compatibility:

• Stainless Steel (SS304 / SS316) – for corrosive, food-grade, or pharma applications

• Mild Steel (MS) – for non-corrosive chemicals (may require internal coating)

• MS with Rubber/FRP Lining – for acids and corrosive liquids

• HDPE / PP / FRP – for lightweight or highly corrosive chemical storage

4. Orientation

• Vertical cylindrical (standard)

• Optional: Horizontal cylindrical or rectangular (based on site conditions)

5. Design Standards

• IS 803 / ASME Section VIII / API 650 (depending on type and MOC)

6. Wall Thickness

• Depends on material, design pressure, and chemical stored
  (e.g., 5–8 mm for SS; 8–12 mm for MS tanks)

7. Top Nozzles / Accessories

• Manhole with cover (typically 450 mm)

• Inlet nozzle

• Vent nozzle with flame arrestor (if flammable chemical)

• Level indicator nozzle (sight glass or level sensor)

• Pressure vacuum relief valve (if sealed tank)

8. Bottom Nozzles

• Drain nozzle with isolation valve

• Outlet nozzle for discharge (flanged or threaded connection)

9. Supports / Mounting

• Leg-supported, skirt-supported, or saddle-mounted
  (depends on orientation and foundation)

10. Surface Finish

• Internal Finish: As per fluid compatibility (pickled & passivated for SS tanks)

• External Finish: Painted (MS), polished (SS), or UV-resistant coating (plastic tanks)

11. Accessories (Optional)

• Level indicator (mechanical or digital)

• Overflow alarm

• Temperature gauge

• Earthing connection (for flammable liquids)

• Ladders and platform (for tall tanks)

12. Testing

• Hydrostatic test (usually 1.5x operating pressure)

• Air leak test (for sealed tanks)

• Visual & dimensional inspection

• MTC (Material Test Certificate) for metallic tanks

Basic Info

• Service Fluid: Acids, alkalis, solvents, oils, water, etc.

• Capacity: 500 to 100,000 Liters

• Type: Vertical / Horizontal / Underground / Aboveground

• Operating Pressure: Atmospheric / Low Pressure (up to 1.5 bar)

• Operating Temperature: -10°C to +120°C (higher if required)

Design Code

• API 650 / API 620 (for large welded tanks)

• IS 803 / ASME / UL-142

• ISO 28765 (for coated steel tanks)

Material

• Shell & Heads: SS316L, SS304, Carbon Steel, FRP, HDPE, PP

• Internal Lining (if required): Rubber, Epoxy, PTFE, Glass

• Corrosion Allowance: As per chemical compatibility

Connections

• Inlet / Outlet: Flanged / Threaded

• Vent Nozzle: With flame arrester / breather valve

• Drain Nozzle: Bottom or side-mounted

• Manhole / Access Hatch

• Level, Pressure, Temperature Ports

• Overflow Nozzle (if applicable)

Testing

• Hydrostatic or Leak Test

• NDT (if applicable)

• Pneumatic Test  

Finish

• Internal: Lined or Passivated (for corrosive media)

• External: Painted / Coated / UV Resistant (for outdoor use)

Supports

• Type: Skirt, Legs, Saddle, 

• Lifting Lugs / Anchor Plates (if required)

Accessories

• Level Gauge / Transmitter

• Pressure Relief Valve

• Temperature Sensor

• Sight Glass

• Agitator / Mixer (if required)

• Ladder, Platform, Handrail (for large tanks)

Documentation

• GA Drawing

• Material Certificates

• Test Reports

• O&M Manual

• Third-Party Inspection Certificate (if applicable)