Why choose Sekisui GRP over Steel Tanks
GRP (Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastics) is a combination of glass fibre and a polymeric matrix, where glass fibre provides the mechanical properties and the polymeric matrix provides the weathering properties. GRP Tanks have today been accepted as the ideal material for the piping and Tank industry in chemical, petroleum, gas, water transportation, sewerage etc.

GRP is replacing conventional materials used for pipes at a very fast pace because of its inherent advantage of corrosion resistance and long life span. Various Petrochemical Companies have used GRP Pipework extensively over the past three years due to its strength and corrosion resilience.

Many people are under the impression that the word Steel: represents strength: well yes in many ways it does. But steel also represents corrosion, metal fatigue, heat stress, water contamination, condensation, and an extensive maintenance cost through its lifespan.

 TankTech warrant the Sekisui Tank system for a period of 10 Years, and we can provide proof of the Tank system lasting its full lifecycle of 50 years in the harshest of climates.

GRP is more expensive then other Tanks, Why?
The GRP Tanks are a more expensive form of water storage, but the reason is they are engineered to last the full 50 year lifecycle. The GRP Tanks are based on the standard SS245 and have a safety factor of 6 (FOS 6), where as some steel tank manufactures use a factor of safety of 2 to 2.5 (FOS 2), hence the reason for large Tank maintenance and replacement expenditure in Australia. TankTech are distributing a product that is resilient against corrosion and does not require internal liners or expensive maintenance measures to ensure no catastrophic failures occur.

A life cycle analysis would more than likely demonstrate that the Sekisui GRP system is reasonably priced.
Compare the prices of GRP against Stainless Steel 304 and 316 and compare the difference.
Steel Panel Tanks are not engineered to exceed 500 KL; where as the Sekisui Tanks have certification to be constructed to 5 Million Litres.

Am I going to have to spend money every year to ensure this tank isn't going to leak or rust?
NO! The panels are constructed from Fiberglass and all internal components are a combination of 316 marine grade stainless Steel and high tensile PVC. This ensures no degradation of the Tank system as a result of corrosion and subsequent metal loss

All panel joins are assembled with specialized Sekisui gaskets to ensure complete water tightness

GRP Vs Steel
Fiberglass has a mojor advantage over PVC and steel due to its strength and corrosion resistance, especially when its used for the storage of Potable water, town water supply and high salinity water such as Bore Water.

GRP is lightweight and more durable then other corrosion resistant material currently used, and when compared with a material like stainless steel which has similar corrosion resistance, GRP is far cheaper.

GRP has almost completely taken over the water storage market in Asia , Europe and the middle East due to its far superior strength, lifespan and Hygiene levels.

TankTech expects the same transition within Australia in the next 5- 10 Years.

Steel has always been known to represent strength, but when matched with the likes of water it can also represent
Corrosion
metal loss
metal fatigue
water contamination
water leakage
expansion and shrinkage
high maintenance costing and downtime

We are asked daily why steel tanks with liners are so much cheaper then GRP Tanks, well next time you are speaking with your steel tank retailer, ask the following questions:
What is the service life of the Tank System?
Can they provide evidence of the lifespan?
What maintenance will be required on the Tank system throughout its life?
What warrantee is the Tank system issued with?
Is there a possibility of the liner failing?
Is there a possibility of the Tank leaking?
Is there a possibility of the liner being sucked into the baffle plate?
How is the liner secured to the base of the Tank?
What form of base does the Tank require?
Can the roof of the Tank be walked on?
Is there vermin and dust protection?

Once those questions have been correctly answered add all the extra costs together and compare it with a GRP Panel Tank system and you will find that the GRP system is reasonably priced when all aspects are accounted for.

GRP Tanks where designed with two main aspects in mind
Superior strength
Corrosion free material

Compare the price difference between stainless steel and GRP

Here are some points worth considering when comparing materials and products:

Sekisui Tanks are designed to last 50 Years
TankTech issue a 10 year warranty with the Sekisui GRP Tanks
Sekisui have been manufacturing GRP Tanks for 46 Years
Sekisui have obtained quality assurance to ISO 9001
TankTech can provide evidence of the Sekisui GRP Tank system lifespan with photographs and literature of tanks that have been installed and      operational for the full 46 years with little degradation.
TankTech can supply 316 Stainless Steel internal components to greater the lifespan of the Tank.
Sekisui Tanks are designed to withstand the elements of the harshest climates.