UNDERGROUND FUEL TANKS

- Application of 100% Solids Polyurethane Coatings

Since 1975 there have been over 300,000 cathodically protected, underground steel fuel storage
tanks installed in the United States and Canada !he tanks in Canada "ere designed according to
the Under"riter #aboratories of Canada standard S$031 !he %a&ority of the '%erican tanks
"ere built according to the S!()*3 standard of the Steel !ank (nstitute of #ake +urich, (# or the
Under"riters #aboratories U#17,$
-irtually all of these tanks have been coated "ith 100. solids polyurethane coating !he
a%ount of steel coated is in e/cess of over 150,000 %illion s0uare feet !he design of the syste%
has been so effective that, to date, there have been 1ero failures reported as a result of e/ternal
corrosion of the tanks !he si%ple design involves a dielectric coating 2usually 100. solids
polyurethane3, nylon bushings 2to electrically isolate the tank fro% the piping3 and sacrificial
anodes
!he fabricators of the S!()*3 tanks continue to use 100. solids polyurethane coatings and offer
a 30 year "arranty against e/ternal corrosion
' %ost recent develop%ent in underground fuel storage tank coatings is the use of 100. solids
polyurethane coatings in replacing the e/isting 45* 2fiber)glass reinforced polyester3
technology !hick 2100 %ils or 6500 %icrons3 45* coatings have been for a long ti%e the only
technology used for the e/ternal protection of fuel steel tanks "hen there are no anodes attached
7o"ever, both the Steel !ank (nstitute and the Under"riters #aboratories have recently tested
and approved that a 70 %ils 21750 %icrons3 thick 8special designed8 100. solids polyurethane
coating can outperfor% in every aspect a 100 %ils 26500 %icrons3 thick 45* coating
!he 45* technology deals "ith 7a1ardous solvents, styrene, glass fibers, and very long curing
ti%e, therefore having significant disadvantages over the 100. solids polyurethane coating
technology !he use of the 100. solids polyurethane coating gives out a better and also %ore
econo%ic solution in protecting underground fuel storage tanks "hile cathodic protection is not
being used
9ecause 45* coatings are also used in %any other industries, the S!( and U# e/perience %ay as
"ell lead these industries to use 100. solids polyurethane coatings for replacing the 45*
technology
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Single-Wall Fiberglass Tanks: FRP Single-Wall Tanks are 100% corrosion resistant inside and
outside and are built to be compatible with all petroleum products.
Compatibility:
The CSI fberglass tank wall is composed of premium resin, glass and a specially treated silica. This
composite matrix is compatible with:
gasoline
jet fuel
av-gas
motor oil
kerosene
diesel fuel
fuel oil
ethanol and/or methanol blends
oxygenated motor fuels
alcohols
alcohol-gasoline blends
Capacities range from 550 to 50,000 gallons and are available in diameters from 4' to 12'.
Quality manufacturing:
Tank walls and specially designed ribs form a structural system that has earned the UL 1316. CSI tanks
are built from the inside out on a rotating mandrel. Application of resin, glass, and specially treated silica
are precisely metered onto the mandrel which is controlled by a computer, custom designed to
manufacture underground tanks. Because of this process, the inside surface is very smooth and free of
surface variations which eliminates air inhibited surface cure problems associated with other methods.
Fiberglass Tanks Simply Will Not Rust inside or out:
And thats what you need to know when comparing fberglass underground storage tanks and
underground tanks made from steel.
After nearly 250,000 installations since the early 1960s, not a single leak has been attributed to internal
or external corrosion.
Standard Features:
A. Tank Bottom Defector Plates
B. Primary Tank Fittings
Recommended accessories from Containment Solutions:
1. Turbine Enclosure
2. Fitting Kits for Turbine Enclosure
3. Secondary Containment Collar
4. Electronic Inventory Gauge
5. Containment Collar Sensor
6. Electronic Control Panel
7. Split-Strap Anchor System
8. Deadman Anchor
Optional accessories from your local petroleum distributor:
9. Dispenser
10. Dispenser Sump
11. Double-Wall Pipe
12. Submersible Pump
13. Fill Tube with Overfll Shut-Of Device
14. Ball Float Valve
15. Overfll Spill Container
16. Primary Tank Vent
Accessories: Primary Tank Fittings
NPT Tank-Mounted Fittings
The standard tank-mounted ftting is 4" NPT half coupling. The tank-mounted fttings to the primary tank
are placed on the top center line of the tank.
Flanged and Gusseted Nozzles
Fiberglass fanged and gusseted nozzles are available in 2", 3", 4", 6", 8", 10", 12", 14", 16" and 18"
diameters and are installed on the top center line of the tank.
Accessories: Turbine Enclosures
Overview
Fiberglass Turbine Enclosures provide access to critical equipment and serve as a termination point for
piping.
Long-term performance:
Our turbine enclosures are fberglass a proven material for long-term performance. Compared to other
unreinforced plastics and HDPE products, the rigid fberglass construction minimizes deformation during
backflling to help assure liquid-tight seals at ftting penetrations.
Installation:
Turbine enclosures must be mounted on top of a secondary containment collar. Primary piping is installed
from the submersible pump to the dispenser. In the event of an accidental spill from the primary piping,
the spilled product will drain into the turbine enclosure and accumulate in the secondary containment
collar. The secondary containment collar serves as a basin to allow early detection of leaks of the
submersible pump or the product piping.
When there is concern about the ingress of water at the collar/turbine enclosure
seam, the turbine enclosure should be sealed to the secondary containment collar at the jobsite.
Containment Solutions provides an alcohol compatible adhesive kit to make this connection. Continuous
electronic monitoring of the secondary containment collar should be used to warn the operator of the
accumulation of petroleum product before the liquid level rises above the collar/turbine enclosure seam.
Specifcations:
Turbine enclosures are available in 42" and 48" diameters with a minimum 2' length.
To accommodate deeper burial depths, longer turbine enclosures are available in 1' increments. The
turbine enclosure can be trimmed at the jobsite to adjust for the fnal burial depth.
Note: For high groundwater conditions at or above subgrade, a sealable or watertight turbine enclosure
should be used to prevent water infltration.
Special Installations:
When a tank will be equipped with more than one turbine enclosure or manway riser, the tank may
require special installation (deeper burial, additional anchor straps, etc.). Contact Tank Technical Support
for specifc installation details.
Warning: a turbine enclosure constitutes a confned space. Never enter a turbine enclosure without
proper training and OSHA-approved equipment.
Turbine Enclosures available in 3 models:
(Click on specifc model below for more information)
Non-Sealed (NTE)
Watertight (WTE)
Sealed (STE)
Accessories: Turbine Enclosures
Non-Sealed FRP (NTE) Turbine Enclosure
The Non-Sealed (NTE) Turbine Enclosure body is mounted on the tank collar. If a leakproof joint is
required, cement the enclosure body to the tank collar using the adhesive kit (Kit AD). (It is recommended
that the joint always be cemented.) All turbine enclosures are supplied with adhesive kits.
A minimum 36" diameter street box is required with all FRP models to allow the removal of the FRP lid
after the turbine enclosure is installed. This also allows the removal of the manway cover.
To leak test the turbine enclosure, use a standing water test. DO NOT use an air pressure test.
NTE Features
Friction ft lid to repel water from above
FRP enclosure body (variable length in 12" increments, 42" or 48" IDs)
FRP reducer (42"x30" or 48"x30" IDs)
Loose ft FRP lid (32.5" OD) with handle
Enclosure body is feld cemented to the tank collar using the supplied adhesive kit (Kit AD)
Reducer and the lid ft over the enclosure body with a loose ft
30" opening allows for the removal of a 22" manway lid (28" OD)
Accessories: Turbine Enclosures
Watertight FRP (WTE) Turbine Enclosure
The Watertight FRP Turbine Enclosure (WTE) body is mounted on the tank collar. If a leakproof joint is
required, cement the enclosure body to the tank collar using the adhesive kit (Kit AD). (It is recommended
that the joint always be cemented.) All turbine enclosures are supplied with adhesive kits.
A minimum 36" diameter street box is required with all FRP models to allow the removal of the FRP lid
after the turbine enclosure is installed. This also allows the removal of the manway cover.
To leak test the turbine enclosure, use a standing water test. DO NOT use an air pressure test.
WTE Features:
Suitable for moderately high groundwater conditions
Includes an FRP enclosure body (variable length in 12" increments, 42" or 48" ID)
FRP reducer (42" x 30" or 48" x 30" IDs) with o-ring groove and o-ring gasket
Push-on FRP lid (32.5" OD) with two handles
Enclosure body is feld cemented to the tank collar and the reducer is feld cemented to the
enclosure body using the supplied adhesive kits (Kit AD, two kits required)
Reducer/enclosure body joint is on the exterior of the enclosure body allowing easy feld
installation of the adhesive without entering the enclosure
Lid compresses the lubricated o-ring when it is pushed onto the reducer top, providing a
watertight seal with water up to 12" over the lid
Lid can be pushed into position by standing on the lid - made with a non-skid exterior surface
Lid includes two handles: One is ofset to aid in the removal of the lid and the other is centered
on the lid
30" opening allows for the removal of a 22" manway lid (28" OD)
Enclosure must be vented at all times
Accessories: Turbine Enclosures
Sealed FRP (STE) Turbine Enclosure
The Watertight FRP Turbine Enclosure (WTE) body is mounted on the tank collar. If a leakproof joint is
required, cement the enclosure body to the tank collar using the adhesive kit (Kit AD). (It is recommended
that the joint always be cemented.) All turbine enclosures are supplied with adhesive kits.
A minimum 36" diameter street box is required with all FRP models to allow the removal of the FRP lid
after the turbine enclosure is installed. This also allows the removal of the manway cover.
To leak test the turbine enclosure, use a standing water test. DO NOT use an air pressure test.
STE Features:
Suitable for extremely high groundwater conditions
Enclosure includes an FRP enclosure body (variable length in 12" increments, 42" or 48" IDs)
FRP reducer (42" or 48" IDs) with an oval fanged manway (23" or 29" IDs)
Flat gasket and SS bolts with non-galling silicone-bronze nuts (optional bolt rings can be supplied
to replace the bolts)
Oval FRP lid with handle
Enclosure body is feld cemented to the tank collar and reducer is feld cemented to the
enclosure body using the optional adhesive kits (Kit AD, two kits required)
reducer/enclosure body joint is on the exterior of the enclosure body allowing easy feld
installation of the adhesive without entering the enclosure
Lid is bolted to the manway with 14 bolts providing a watertight seal with water up to 7' over the
lid
Lid can be supplied with an optional 6" NPT ftting with plug, which can be used as an
observation port
Oval manway allows for the removal of a 22" manway lid (28" OD)
Enclosure must be vented at all times
Accessories: Fiberglass Secondary Containment Collar
An optional secondary containment collar provides a containment area for spilled liquids, as well as a
location for the leak-monitoring sensor.
Installation: Collars can be installed around other tank fttings and accessories, where space permits.
Collars are constructed of fberglass and are available in 42" diameter (with 22" manways) and 48"
diameter (with 22" and 30" manways).
The secondary containment collar is integrally attached to the tank top to provide a watertight seal. The
collar is factory installed and tested prior to shipment. Another collar leak test should be performed at the
jobsite by the installing contractor. See Containment Solutions installation instructions for details.
Leak testing: The secondary containment collar must periodically be tested for leaks at least once
each year or after collar maintenance is performed by adding water to the collar above the tank top.
The secondary containment collar must be continuously monitored with an electronic sensor for potential
spills or piping leaks.

Secondary containment ftting:
A 6" FRP threaded secondary coupling is concentrically positioned around
the 4" NPT primary tank ftting. The secondary containment coupling is surface-mounted onto the tank
and does not penetrate the outer wall. To directly monitor the cavity between the primary and secondary
pipe, a ftting with an access port should be installed.
Accessories: Anchoring Systems
Deadmen:
Containment Solutions can provide deadmen anchors and turnbuckles for selected models
of tanks. Deadmen anchors provide a means to prevent installed fberglass tanks from foating out of the
ground when the tank installation is subject to ground water around the tank. Deadmen anchors, when
used with CSI fberglass hold-down straps and other CSI or contractor supplied hardware and installed
according to CSI installation instructions, prevent tank fotation and cost less than a concrete pad under
the tank.
Turnbuckles:
The CSI deadmen and turnbuckles can usually be shipped with 4', 6' and 8' tanks at no additional
charge. Deadmen are available in various lengths and are designed with and without eyebolts. Ask for
"Deadmen Anchors and Turnbuckles" publication to select the proper deadman for a particular tank size.
Split-Strap Anchor System:
Containment Solutions can provide a split-strap anchor system for 6', 8' and 10' diameter Single-Wall
Tanks. The split-strap anchor system provides a method to attach and tighten the tank anchor straps to
deadmen or to an anchor pad without entry into the excavation. The split-strap anchor system is safer
and less costly than traditional methods that require shoring or other hole stabilization techniques to allow
entry into the excavation.
Fiberglass Anchoring Straps:
When mechanical anchoring is specifed, fberglass anchoring straps are available for all single-wall
tanks.
Tank
Cap.Dia.
No. of
Straps
Req.
Tank
Cap.Dia.
No. of
Straps
Req.
550 4' 2 600 4' 2
1,000 4' 2 2,000 6' 2
3,000 6' 2 4,000 6' 2
5,000 6' 2 6,000 6' 4
4,000 8' 2 5,000 8' 2
6,000 8' 4 8,000 8' 4
10,000 8' 4 12,000 8' 4
15,000 8' 6 10,00010' 3
12,00010' 4 15,00010' 4
20,00010' 6 25,00010' 8
30,00010' 8 35,00010' 8
40,00010' 10
Anchor Strap Dimensions
Tank
Size
H A B
4' 21"9/16" 1 1/8"
$< 30"
1
7/9"
2 7/8"
=< 36"
1
7/9"
2 7/8"
10' 49"
1
7/9"
2 7/8"
CONTAINMENT SOLUTIONS
5150 Jeferson Chemical Road Conroe, Texas 77301-6834
Phone (800) 537-4730 Fax: (936) 756-7766 Website: www.containmentsolutions.com
Single-Wall Fiberglass Tanks
FRP Single-Wall Tanks are 100% corrosion resistant - inside
and outside - and are built to be compatible with all
petroleum products.
Compatibility:
The CSI fberglass tank wall is composed of premium resin, glass and a
specially treated silica. This composite matrix is compatible with:
gasoline
jet fuel
av-gas
motor oil
kerosene
diesel fuel
fuel oil
ethanol and/or methanol blends
oxygenated motor fuels
alcohols
alcohol-gasoline blends
Capacities range from 550 to 50,000 gallons and are available in diameters from 4' to 12'.
Quality manufacturing:
Tank walls and specially designed ribs form a structural system that has earned the UL 1316. CSI tanks
are built from the inside out on a rotating mandrel. Application of resin, glass, and specially treated silica
are precisely metered onto the mandrel which is controlled by a computer, custom designed to
manufacture underground tanks. Because of this process, the inside surface is very smooth and free of
surface variations which eliminates air inhibited surface cure problems associated with other methods.
Fiberglass Tanks Simply Will Not Rust inside or out:
And thats what you need to know when comparing fberglass underground storage tanks and
underground tanks made from steel.
After nearly 250,000 installations since the early 1960s, not a single leak has been attributed to internal
or external corrosion.
Standard Features:
Tank Bottom Defector Plates
Primary Tank Fittings
Recommended accessories from Containment Solutions:
1.Turbine Enclosure
6 Fitting Kits for Turbine Enclosure
3 Secondary Containment Collar
, Electronic Inventory Gauge
5 Containment Collar Sensor
$ Electronic Control Panel
7 Split-Strap Anchor System
= Deadman Anchor
Optional accessories from your local petroleum distributor:
1 Dispenser
6 Dispenser Sump
3 Double-Wall Pipe
, Submersible Pump
5 Fill Tube with Overfll
$ Shut-Of Device
7 Ball Float Valve
= Spill Box
9.Primary Tank Vent
Copyright 1999 Containment Solutions, Inc.
SPECIFICATIONS
SINGLE-WALL FIBERGLASS UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS
ACCESSORIES WARRANTY
All single-wall tank accessories and monitoring equipment are warranted to be free from material defects
in workmanship and materials for a period of one (1) year following date of original delivery by
Containment Solutions.
Containment Solutions liability under this warranty shall be limited, at our option, to (i) repair of the
defective unit, (ii) delivery of a replacement unit to the point of original delivery, or (iii) refund of the
original price. CSI shall not be liable for any labor or other installation costs and shall not be liable for any
special, indirect, consequential or other damages except as stated above in connection with such tanks,
including, without limitation, costs, expenses or liabilities associated with environmental contamination,
fres, explosions or any other consequences allegedly attributable to a breach of the warranty or
damages under deceptive trade practices or similar consumer protection acts. THE FOREGOING
CONSTITUTES OUR EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION AND CSI MAKES NO EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, OR ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE WHATSOEVER, EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE.
Failure to install the tank accessories or monitoring equipment in accordance with the Containment
Solutions installation instructions will void the warranty.
Fiberglass Tanks Intended Use
Fiberglass petroleum storage tanks are designed for the storage of gasoline, alcohol blended gasoline
(with up to 100% methanol or ethanol), jet fuel, av-gas, motor oil, kerosene, diesel fuel, oxygenated fuels
(up to 20% MTBE), or potable water at ambient underground temperatures. Fuel oil may be stored at
temperatures not to exceed 150F.
The storage of other liquids may result in tank failure. Before storing liquids other than those
listed above, contact Tank Technical Support.
Installation Overview
Fiberglass underground tanks must be installed in accordance with the installation instructions
(Containment Solution Pub. No. INST 6001). This document should be part of your tank specifcations.
Some key installation steps are highlighted below. See the published installation instructions for complete
details.
Single-wall tanks must be mechanically unloaded from the delivery truck using a backhoe or crane (using
all lift lugs provided to lift the tank).
All tanks must be vented and are intended to be operated with fuid in the tank no higher than the tank
top. Fiberglass tanks are designed for operation at atmospheric pressure only, except when using vapor
recovery systems, provided the pressure or vacuum does not exceed 1 psi maximum on the primary tank.
Overpressurizing of the primary tank will result in tank failure.
For additional details, request Underground Tank Installations (Containment Solution Pub. No. INST
6001). Properly installed, fberglass underground petroleum storage tanks can provide extended service
in storing petroleum products without corrosion-caused leaks and without maintenance.
Containment Solutions maintains a listing of over 2,000 independent contractors who have received
educational materials from Containment Solutions covering the proper installation of underground
fberglass tanks. On request, we can provide names of educated contractors.
FIBERGLASS TANKS FOR FUEL STORAGE SPECIFICATION: SHORT FORM
Auto-cad drawings are available through your local sales representative.
The contractor shall provide U.L. labeled model fberglass under-ground storage tanks in sizes and with
fttings as shown on the drawings. The tanks shall be manufactured by Containment Solutions, Inc.
Tanks shall be tested and installed with pea gravel or approved alternate backfll material according to the
current installation instructions (Containment Solution Pub. No. INST 6001) provided with the tank.
LONG FORM: SECTION 13200 GUIDE SPECIFICATION CONTAINMENT SOLUTIONS FIBERGLASS
REINFORCED POLYESTER UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS
Auto-cad drawings are available through your local sales representative.
I. GENERAL
1.01 Related Work Specifed In Other Sections
A. Cast-in-Place Concrete: Section 03300
B.Anchor Bolts: Section 05501
C.Plastic Pipe: Section 15064
D.Liquid Level Gauges: Section 15174
E.Other Related Work such as Excavation and Boiler Equipment
1.02 Quality Assurance
A. Acceptable Manufacturers: Containment Solutions, Inc., Conroe, Texas.
B.Governing Standards:
1.ASTM Specifcation D4021. Glass Fiber Reinforced Polyester Underground Petroleum
Storage Tanks.
2.2. UL 1316 Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., Glass Fiber Reinforced Plastic Underground
Storage Tanks for Petroleum Products.
3.National Fire Protection Assoc. (NFPA 30) Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
and (NFPA 31) Standards for Installation of Oil Burning Equipment.
, General Services Administration, Public Building Service Guide Specifcation, PBS:
1568.
1.03 Submittals:
A. Shop Drawings: Contractors shall submit _______ copies of shop drawings for each tank.
Drawings shall include all critical dimensions and show locations of all fttings and accessories, i.e.,
manways, ladders, hold-down straps, heating coils, etc. Materials of construction shall be in accordance
with Section 1.02 of this specifcation.
B.Catalog Data: Contractor shall submit ________ copies of manufacturers literature.
C.Certifcation Plate: UL labels shall be afxed to each tank.
D.Installation Instructions: Contractors shall submit ________ copies of manufacturers latest
installation instructions.
E.Calibration Charts: Contractors shall submit copies of manufacturers latest calibration charts.
II. PRODUCTS
2.01 Fiberglass Underground Storage Tanks
A. Loading Conditions Tank shall be designed to meet the following design criteria:
1.External hydrostatic pressure: Buried in ground with 7' of over burden over the top of
the tank, the hole fully fooded and safety factor of 5:1 against general buckling.
2.Surface loads: When installed according to manufacturers installation instructions,
tanks will withstand surface H-20 axle loads (32,000 lbs./axle).
3.Internal load: Primary and secondary tanks shall withstand 5 psi air pressure test with
5:1 safety factor.
4.Tanks shall be designed to support accessory equipment such as heating coils, ladders,
drop tubes, etc. when installed according to manufacturers recommendations and
limitations.
5.Tank laminate shall include silica treated with silane.
B. Product Storage Requirements:
1.All primary tanks must be vented. Tanks are designed for operation at atmospheric
pressure only, except for use with vapor recovery systems at a pressure or vacuum of
approximately 1 psi.
2.Tanks shall be capable of storing liquids with specifc gravity up to 1.1.
3.Maximum temperature: Tank shall be capable of storing gasoline, alcohol blended
gasoline (with up to 100% methanol or ethanol), oxygenated fuels (up to 20% MTBE), av-
gas, jet fuel, motor oil, (new or used), kerosene, diesel fuel or potable water at ambient
underground temperatures not to exceed 150F at the tank interior surface.
4.Tanks shall be chemically inert to petroleum products.
C. Dimensional Requirements (refer to Containment Solutions literature on gallonage):
1.Nominal capacity of the tank shall be _____ gallons.
2.Nominal outside diameter of the tank shall be _____ feet.
3.Nominal overall length of the tank shall be _____ feet.
2.02 Accessories
Anchor Accessories
A. Anchor Straps Provide glass fber-reinforced plastic anchor straps for each tank shown.
Number and location of straps shall be as specifed by manufacturer. Each strap shall be capable of
withstanding a maximum load for each tank diameter as shown.
Tank Diameter
(ft)
Max. Load
(lbs.)
4'0 4,200
6'0 18,000
8'0 25,000
10'0 25,000
B.
Straps shall be standard as supplied by the tank manufacturer.
C.Certifcation Plate Underwriters Laboratory label shall be permanently afxed to each tank.
D.Flanged Manways
1.The standard manway is 22" ID. The 30" and 36" ID manways are optional.
2.All manways will be furnished complete with U.L. listed gaskets, bolts and covers.
3.Location see standard tank drawings.
4.Manway risers 48" in diameter and 42" high will be supplied to provide access to the
manway lid. A 24" x 24" galvanized street box with a cover must be provided by
contractor for at-grade installation.
5.Fiberglass manway extension tubes 24" long will be provided for the manways.
E. Non-Sealed FRP Turbine Enclosure (Model NTE Series): The non-sealed turbine enclosure
consists of a fberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) enclosure body (variable length in 12" increments, 42" or
48" IDs), an FRP reducer (42"x30" or 48"x30" IDs), and a loose ft FRP lid with handle. The reducer
opening must be large enough (minimum 28") to allow for the removal of a 22" manway lid. The lid OD
must be small enough to be removed through a 36" street box. The enclosure body must be capable of
joining to the 42" or 48" diameter secondary containment collar with a leaktight adhesive joint. Cut lines
for feld trimming will be marked on the bottom 12" of the enclosure body in 3" increments.
Model
No.
Length
Model
No.
Length
NTE42-
2
2'
NTE48-
2
2'
NTE42-
3
3'
NTE48-
3
3'
NTE42-
4
4'
NTE48-
4
4'
NTE42-
5
5'
NTE48-
5
5'
NTE42-
6
6'
NTE48-
6
6'
F.
If needed, refer to Section G for the optional adhesive kit (to bond the enclosure body to the
containment collar) and Sections I, J, K and L for the feld installed ftting kits (for electrical and
plumbing connections to the turbine enclosure).
G.Watertight Turbine Enclosure (Model WTE Series): The watertight turbine enclosure consists
of a fberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) enclosure body (variable length in 12" increments, 42" or
48" IDs), an FRP reducer (42"x30" or 48"x30" IDs) with o-ring groove and o-ring gasket, and a
push on FRP lid with two handles. The reducer opening must be large enough (minimum 28") to
allow for the removal of a 22" manway lid. The lid OD must be small enough to be removed
through a 36" street box. The enclosure body must be capable of joining to the 42" or 48"
diameter secondary containment collar with a leaktight adhesive joint. The reducer must be
capable of joining to the enclosure body with an external leaktight adhesive joint to allow for feld
installation of the adhesive without entering the enclosure.
With the lid installed, the assembly must provide a watertight seal with water up to 12" over the
lid. The lid includes a non-skid exterior surface and must be able to support a person standing on
the lid without damage to the lid. One of the lid handles is to be ofset to aid in the removal of the
lid and the other is centered on the lid. Cut lines for feld trimming will be marked on the bottom
12" of the enclosure body in 3" increments.
Model
No.
Length
Model
No.
Length
WTE42-
2
2'
WTE48-
2
2'
WTE42-
3
3'
WTE48-
3
3'
WTE42-
4
4'
WTE48-
4
4'
WTE42-
5
5'
WTE48-
5
5'
WTE42-
6
6'
WTE48-
6
6'
H.
Refer to Section G for the adhesive kit (to bond the enclosure body to the containment collar and
to bond the reducer to the enclosure body) and Sections H, I, J and K for the feld installed ftting
kits (for electrical and plumbing connections to the turbine enclosure).
I. Sealed FRP Turbine Enclosure (Model STE Series)
The sealed turbine enclosure consists of a fberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) enclosure body
(variable length, 42" or 48" IDs), an FRP reducer (42" or 48" IDs) with an oval fanged manway
(23"x29" IDs), a fat gasket, SS bolts with non-galling silicone-bronze nuts (or optional bolt ring),
and an oval FRP lid with handle. The reducer opening must be large enough (minimum 28") to
allow for the removal of a 22" manway lid. The lid OD must be small enough to be removed
through a 36" street box. The enclosure body must be capable of joining to the 42" or 48"
diameter secondary containment collar with a leaktight adhesive joint. The reducer with oval
fanged manway must be capable of joining to the enclosure body with a leaktight adhesive joint.
With the lid installed, the assembly must provide a watertight seal with water up to 7' over the lid.
The lid may be supplied with an optional 6" NPT ftting with plug which can be used as an
observation port.
Model Length Model Length
No. No.
STE42-
2
2'
STE48-
2
2'
STE42-
3
3'
STE48-
3
3'
STE42-
4
4'
STE48-
4
4'
STE42-
5
5'
STE48-
5
5'
STE42-
6
6'
STE48-
6
6'
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Refer to Section F for the adhesive kit (to bond the enclosure body to the containment collar and
to bond the reducer to the enclosure body) and Sections I, J, K and L for the feld installed ftting
kits (for electrical and plumbing connections to the turbine enclosure).
K.Turbine Enclosure Adhesive Kit
(Kit AD) - When properly installed and cured, the adhesive kit provides a watertight seal to
prevent the ingress of water. The adhesive kit includes 1/2 gallon of adhesive in a one gallon
capacity can. The kit also includes catalyst (hardener), a wooden mixing stick, a three inch wide
plastic putty knife, 60 grit sandpaper, and installation instructions. One adhesive kit is required for
each turbine enclosure; the watertight and sealed turbine enclosures require two kits.
L.Field Entry Boot (Model FEB-3 or FEB-4) The FEB-3 or FEB-4 is designed to interface with 3"
or 4" nominal OD FRP pipe.
M.FRP Coupling Kit (Kit FC-3 or FC-4) is designed to interface with 3" or 4" nominal OD FRP
pipe. The coupling ID is tapered at both ends.
The two-piece coupling is constructed of fberglass reinforced plastic and is feld-installed using
the supplied adhesive. Both pieces of the ftting are threaded together to hold the ftting in
position while the adhesive cures.
Kit FC-3 or Kit FC-4 includes one 3" or 4" nominal ID FRP coupling, adhesive, catalyst
(hardener), plastic mixing stick and applicator, 60 grit sandpaper, and installation instructions.
The contractor must provide the hole saw (4-1/2 or 5-1/2 inch OD) or reciprocating saw to cut the
hole in the turbine enclosure prior to installing the FRP coupling.
N.Electrical Coupling Kit Kit EC-1 is designed to interface with one inch steel electrical conduit.
The two-piece coupling is constructed of steel and is feld installed using the supplied adhesive.
Both pieces of the ftting are threaded together to hold the ftting in position while the adhesive
cures.
Kit EC-1 includes two (2) one inch steel couplings, adhesive catalyst (hardener), plastic mixing
stick, 60 grit sandpaper, and installation instructions.
The contractor must provide a two inch hole saw or reciprocating saw to cut the hole in the
turbine enclosure prior to installing the steel coupling.
O.Secondary Containment Collar The secondary containment collar shall be constructed of
fberglass reinforced plastic. Collar shall be 42" or 48" in diameter and will be factory-installed in
accordance with drawings. The collar will include a sensor mounting bracket.
P.Ladders Ladders shall be the standard ladder supplied by the tank manufacturer (carbon steel,
stainless steel, aluminum). Refer to drawings for location.
Q.Tank Lifting Lugs Provide lifting lug(s) on all tanks. Lifting lug system shall be capable of
withstanding weight of tank with a safety factor of 3:1.
R.Fittings Threaded - NPT
1.All threaded fttings on UL labeled tanks shall be located in a manway lid or a tank
mounted ftting within 12" of the tank top center line and be constructed consistent with
the requirements of the UL label. Fittings to be suppled with removable temporary thread
protectors or permanent metal plugs.
2.All standard threaded fttings to the primary tank and monitoring cavity are 4" in diameter.
The standard secondary containment coupling is 6" in diameter. All standard threaded
fttings are half couplings. Reducers are to be used for smaller sizes where specifed and
provided by contractor.
3.Thread Standards All threaded fttings shall have machine tolerances in accordance
with the ANSI standard for each ftting size.
4.Strength Primary tank NPT fttings will withstand a minimum of 150 foot-pounds of
torque and 1,000 foot-pounds of bending, both with 2:1 factor of safety.
5.Sizes
Sizes Standard
Reducer
Sizes
Inlet 4" ___________
Outlet 4" ___________
Vent 4" ___________
Guage 4" ___________
Fill 4" ___________
6.
7.Location Refer to drawings for location.
8.Suction Line Shall be installed on the site by the contractor. Diameter of pipe and
grade and schedule as called out in other sections.
9.Return Line Shall be installed on the site by the contractor. Diameter of pipe and
grade and schedule as called out in other sections.
10.All rigid internal piping shall be terminated at least 4" from the bottom of the tank.
3.01, 3.02 Installation And Testing
Tanks shall be tested and installed according to the current installation instructions provided with the tank
(refer to Containment Solutions Pub. No. INST 6001 and include as part of your specifcation).
Copyright 1999 Containment Solutions, Inc.
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Maskell Productions Ltd.
Manufacturer of corrosion resistant products in fibreglass (FRP) including
underground fuel storage tanks, above ground chemical tanks (to 8m dia),
fans, scrubbers, above ground and underground piping systems (D!"#
D$"%%)
Maskell Productions Ltd.
&uckland
e' (ealand
Contact: )ony Davis
Maskell
Productions Ltd
24 Bowden Rd
Auckland
1131
New Zealand
Phone :64 9 573 0548
Fax :64 9 573 0666
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Maskell manufacture fibreglass underground fuel storage tanks and a range of
other industrial fibreglass products including above ground tanks, piping
systems, air pollution scrubbers, fans and ducting systems.
The markets the fibreglass underground fuel tanks under the Envirotank
tradename and tanks are supplied throughout the South Pacific region from
manufacturing lants in Auckland and Melbourne (Envirotank pty td!.
Maskell have over ",### tanks in service, from Tahiti to The Philippines and
throughout $e% &ealand and Australia. Tanks are manufactured under license to
'ontainment S(lutions )nc, formerly (%ens 'orning Tanks, of Te*as and over
"##,### have been installed throughout the +S since ,-./.
+nderground fuel tanks are available up to ,,#,### capacity and in a range of
diameters and volumes, including compartmented tanks for multiple product
storage.
'lients include E**onMobil, Shell, 0P, 'hevronTe*aco and a %ide range of
industrial and independant fuel suppliers.
Maskell are )S(-##, accredited and a detailed company profile and tank
literature is available upon re1uest or from our %eb site.