Precast Water Tank

VME Precast Pvt Ltd

Specification :
• Grade of concrete M45
• Grade of steel –Fe500
• Earth Pressure – (a) Light duty tank can take surcharge load of 1Ton\sq.m.
(b) Heavy duty tank can take a load of 40 Ton.(fire tender
trucks can move on it.)
• No Uplift – Tank is designed for no uplift even at fully submerged conditions and
even when tank is empty.
• External Coating- Coal tar epoxy paint, which is good resistance in marine
exposure and subsoil conditions. good chemical and abrasion and water resistance.
• Internal Coating- Water proofing.

Underground or in ground water storage tanks comes in Following Sizes:

CAPACITY AND SIZE DETAILS

SIZES IN METRE
CAPACITY
LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT

3000 LITRS 1.45 1.45 1.60

4000 LITRS 1.65 1.55 1.60

5000 LITRES 1.80 1.80 1.60

6000 LITRES 2.40 1.65 1.60

7000 LITRES 2.45 1.80 1.60

8000 LITRES 2.40 2.40 1.45

13500 LITRES 2.40 2.40 2.40

20000 LITRES 3.93 2.865 1.78

25000 LITRES 3.93 2.865 2.30

27500 LITRES 3.93 2.865 2.45

 Manufacturing :
• All our concrete tanks are manufactured in a seamless steel pulse mould
ensuring the tanks have no joins and therefore no leaks.
• Manufacturing is done in a closed factory away from nature’s ever changing
elements to eliminate micro cracks.

Typical uses:

 Wastewater Treatment Systems (Domestic + Commercial)

 Rainwater Harvesting
 Grease Traps
 Oil/Water Interceptors
 Silt Traps

Storage tanks for:

 Tanks for all the chemical manufacturing industries, which will be treated with
a protective layer based on the type of chemical being stored.
 Hazardous material storage
 Oil/water storage
 Fuel storage

Applications
 Residential buildings
 Sewerage
 Industrial storage
 Desalination plants
 Water containment
 UG Tank
 Fire Fighting Tanks
 Overhead Tanks
 Underground water storage sump

FAQ’s

1. How deep does the excavation need to be if my scenario is different to the guidelines?

This will depend on whether you are using the lid as a slab or how deep tank is being buried – give us
a call and we can assist with your requirements.

2.Where can the concrete tank be installed?

Beneath lawns, gardens, driveways, under garages, sheds,

3. Where can I use the water from the Precast Tank?

Flushing toilets, clothes washing, car washing and garden irrigation, fill up pools.

4. Does the concrete storage tank need to be regularly cleaned?

The Precast Tank may need to be periodically cleaned and this will depend on many local factors.
Please consult a professional tank cleaner if your tank requires cleaning. What we do know is water
tastes far better stored underground out of the heat and light in a concrete enclosure.

Concrete Tanks Poured on Site Vs Precast Concrete Tanks :

1. Why are precast concrete tanks a good option for your site?

The bottom line is they could well prove safer. Precast tanks ensure site excavation is never open for
long periods of time, therefore reducing the risk of accidents to both site workers and the visiting
public.

2. If you’re looking to keep your costs as low as possible.?

You’ll also be pleased to discover that the installation of a precast concrete doesn’t require there to be
lots of staff on hand, where a concrete tank poured on site might. Instead, installation is quick and
straightforward.

We specialise in that are engineered and certified to withstand loads on their tank
(applied loads). This means:

 You can place up to 900mm of earth on our standard tanks cover slab.

 We can offer concrete tank slab designed to withstand permanent loads to 1 Ton/sq.m over
the cover slab.

 Our Tanks are able to withstand transport from a light to medium vehicle to heavy trucks
depends on our preferred slab thickness.

 Concrete underground tanks can also withstand concrete slabs from 115mm thick to 150mm
thick.

 Underground tanks can be placed inground side by side or end to end linked in a modular
form, buried out of sight.
Concrete tanks delivered across Southern India

We distribute our precast tank across india and have found domestic and commercial customers have
different questions regarding our precast tanks so we have put together a page for each of the main
areas our customers live and work.

Customer name Location Customer name Location

Casa grande Chennai Ganesh & co Oragadam

Ankur foundation Keelpauk Chozhan structurals Thoraipakkam,OMR

Metrozone Chennai, Bangalore SSCO., Alwarpet

ETA Star Chennai SKAL Housing p. ltd., Anna nagar

Urban Tree Kilpauk SKAL Housing p. ltd., Anna nagar

SSPDL Ltd., Kotturburam Lakshmi builders Sriperumbuthur

Infosys Mahindra world city Ankur construction T.Nagar

Sicagen Guindy Anjali infra Keelpauk

GANESAN BUILDERS Alwarpet Pressmach consultants Chennai

Mohan Mutha P. Ltd., Syat house Sugal & Dhamani Chennai

Ganesh & co Oragadam Kun capital honda T. ganga nagar

Chozhan structurals Thoraipakkam,OMR TVS academy Hosur

SSCO., Alwarpet Sree foundations Adayar

SKAL Housing p. ltd., Anna nagar BBCL T.Nagar

SKAL Housing p. ltd., Anna nagar A.S cargo Aminjakarai

Installation

 Our above ground tanks from 13,500- 27,000 litre capacity can be interlinked together or
stand alone, placed side by side or end to end.

 Our concrete tanks do not need to be installed on a concrete base. However if this is the
design, our tanks can be placed on a slab.

 The precast Tank is capable of bearing loads up to 1000 kilograms per square meter. If a
heavier overhead load is required over the tank’s engineering specifications for increasing
load, it is available.
  The Precast Tank is modular in design, allowing for multiple tanks to be installed together
providing additional water storage capacity.

 Ensure there is adequate access for the heavy equipment required for the installation. Access
of greater than 3 metres is recommended but you should check this distance with the
excavator and concrete suppliers.

 Check the location of services both underground and overhead (electricity, gas, sewer,
telephone, mains water, and storm water). You should be able to obtain plans of these
services from your local authorities.

 Check that the tank is not to be installed in a low region that is prone to flooding, pooling of
storm water or tidal activity

 You will need to have approximately 100mm deep of washed sand or crusher dust available
for placement at the base of the excavation hole prior to lowering the tank into the hole.
Ensure the sand or crusher dust is quite level at the base of the hole.

Dos and Donts

 Do not over excavate. Only dig the required cut out.

 Ideally a clean cut hole is best for installation of tank.

 Clear all debris and obstructions from around the site

 Prepare excavator and concrete truck access.

 Ensure that all minimum setback distances from buildings and boundary fences etc. are
achieved..

 Ensure that the tank will be positioned so that the riser – used for access and connection to
services – is in the most convenient location

 Ensure that the necessary barricades are in place to make sure unauthorised persons cannot
get close to the excavation area.

 Do not commence excavation if rain is forecast for that day.

 Ensure the soil is removed to a safe distance away from the excavation hole and activity.

 Ensure the hole is square (i.e. the sides are at 90 degrees to each other) and has a level base.

 Angle the batter according to the soil conditions to ensure stability.

 Ensure the base of the hole is smooth by removing any protruding objects, such as stone or
rock, which may damage the tank.

 Remove any water from the excavation prior to tank installation.

 Backfill the tank from truck and aim it directly into the hole slowly, work the slurry around
the base of the tank ensuring it fills all excavation voids. This assists in preventing surface
water from working its way around tank. It assists in preventing uplift of tank.
Check your permissions to installing this tank

For instance, you may need a permit for installing or using the tank from your local municipal
council or they may require a minimum set back distance from buildings and boundary
fences. Your local water authority can advise if you need any additional backflow prevention
products to be added to mains supplied water.

ADVANTAGES

• Grade of concrete is high when compared to conventional casting, since precast concrete
tanks are casted in a controlled environment

• High-strength precast concrete is superior for corrosion resistance, fire resistance, and long-
lasting low maintenance.

• Tank can be removed and moved to a different place, in cases of building expansion plans
etc.,

• In cases of installing large capacity tanks, several tanks can be interconnected. In such cases,
maintenance is easy, as tanks can be taken up in a sequence & total system need not be shut
down.

• Elimination of costly maintenance shutdowns for painting, repairs or replacements means

less expense, more productivity over the life of your tank.

• Precast Concrete Tank systems offer a high degree of adaptability to a wide range of site and
environmental conditions. No matter how difficult the site access, Precast concrete provides
superior solutions for today's storage needs.

• Precast tanks eliminate the need for large on-site labour, faster construction schedules, low
ongoing maintenance costs and longer life.

• Weather will mainly affect the works below ground. If precast tanks are used, we can plan the
excavation based on weather and complete the works.

MEDIUM CAPACITY TANK

HIGH CAPACITY