Your home and business may require a water storage tank to collect and store rainwater, which is one of the most sustainable ways to use a natural resource. With rainwater harvesting and the right polyethylene water tank, you get a ready supply of water for domestic use. Besides, you can cut costs and keep your environment healthy while reducing your water usage each month. While storing water overhead is a popular and conventional method, you should consider an underground tank.
The versatile underground tank lets you store water below the ground for both small and large volumes. It also comes with several advantages over the standard water tank. Without a doubt, the stored water is absolutely fit for human consumption.
The Material
Typically made of polyethylene, the underground tanks are durable, strong and resistant to UV rays and cold temperatures. The tank is highly reliable and does not succumb easily to damage or leaks.
Reasons to choose underground water tanks
- Space-saving – For areas with limited space, the underground water tank is a boon, as it lets you use the available surface for other purposes.
- Security – They offer secure storage protected from vandalism, tampering and collisions.
- Weather protection – Underground water tanks are unaffected by harsh weather, including high winds and extreme heat waves.
- Temperature maintenance – When you store water above ground, it is susceptible to temperature fluctuations in the external environment, whether the season is hot or cold. But when you choose underground water tanks for storage, they are cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter due to soil insulation.
- Maintenance – Cleaning above-ground tanks can be challenging as they are exposed to dirt and dust, requiring frequent maintenance. However, underground tanks need to be cleaned, maybe once every five years and require less maintenance because they are below the ground.
- Large volumes of water – Above-ground tanks have limited storage capacity due to space constraints. But underground water tanks are bigger and can store large volumes of water.
Polycon’s underground water tanks for large water storage
Available in a variety of sizes, Polycon’s underground tanks perfectly fit into your space. They inhibit the formation of fungus, bacteria and algae as they are made from UV-stabilised, FDA-approved, polyethylene. Approved by municipalities across the UAE, these tanks can withstand high-pressure impacts, environmental stress, and extreme temperatures. The tank also stays protected from rust, leakage and UV radiation.
Unique Features
- Rotationally moulded FDA-approved UV-stabilised polyethylene
- Designed to withstand earth pressures that would normally crack traditional tanks
- Deeply formed corrugation and longitudinal ribs lend extra strength and stability
- Does not rust, rot or corrode even without a protective coating
- Seamless, one-piece construction
- Large 18″ entry/view port with a man-way riser and a threaded cover is included
- Lightweight and compact, with no heavy lifting equipment required for installation
