Polycon Gulf’s water storage tanks are lightweight, rust-proof and leak-proof. These containers are devoid of contamination, making drinking water safe for consumption. But how did water tanks evolve?
Water tanks, as optimum storage facilities, probably began as wooden, ceramic, and stone containers with preservative methods that prevented the formation of bacteria and algae to ensure safe drinking. Besides, the storage of water also eliminated scarcity incidents.
Advancements in technology have led to the discovery of plastic water storage tanks for the primary convenience of movement and, of course, healthy storage.
Archaeological sites suggest that early civilisations, as far back as 1500 BC, used water storage tanks, some engineered for storage and others naturally occurring structures. Indeed, these ancient humans devolved the idea of storage after they came across these natural collection containers, especially because the quality of water depleted by animal waste, dirt, etc., made its way to the storage area.
The utility of water storage tanks spread, and other societies worldwide began to adopt the engineering. You can particularly see these in monasteries, castles, and other medieval civilisations that later modified them to create cisterns. With these, contamination levels were minimised.
Smaller water tanks came into being when separate societies and families evolved. With technological discoveries, materials changed as well, each having its own advantages. Modern-day advancements also saw underground tanks, as opposed to conventional overhead tanks, built due to a lack of space. However, people preferred the overhead version due to its accessibility and visibility.
The UAE’s arid climate and high evaporation rates make water storage tanks an essential part of the country’s lifeline. As Dubai grows as a business hub, innovation, coupled with strategised storage, is needed to make the supply of water sustainable.
While other innovations are happening for water storage tanks, Polycon Gulf offers the latest, premium, FDA-approved food-grade polyethylene water tanks in a range of designs. From conically shaped tanks to horizontal, vertical, and customised sizes, these tanks are infused with material that guards the water and prevents the formation of bacteria, algae, and fungi. Due to their high quality, durability, and reliability, these tanks are also approved for installation by municipalities across the UAE.
