Our tanks,
done your way
WITH ALMOST A CENTURY OF
Experience,
WE ARE THE
Premier
Companies large and small,
use Design Tanks because
of our superior quality
and customer focused
approach to each project.
GLOBAL PRODUCER OF
Durable
FIBERGLASS TANKS.
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WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON DELIVERING
InnovativeDESIGNS WITH
UnmatchedLEAD TIMES AND
Exceptional
CUSTOMER SERVICE.
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F U L LY C U S T O M I Z E D D E S I G N S
Our in-house design team offers fully
customizable options for your tank. From tank
type and build to accessories and installation,
we will work with you through every step from
Redefining industry conception to delivery, ensuring your tank
specifications best match your project needs.
standards with
customization and speed
U N M AT C H E D L E A D T I M E S
We offer some of the fastest lead times in
the industry. No matter the project, big or
small, our team strives to meet your on-site
Design Global
Our in-house design staff can take care of your No destination is too far away. We proudly date quickly, efficiently, and without
most difficult design specifications and provide serve customers in all 50 U.S. states and
you with the answers you require. across six continents.
sacrificing quality.
Engineering Strength
Our team relies on industry standard and Fiberglass reinforced plastic is 75% lighter than
superior technologies, not guesswork, steel, providing a higher strength-to-weight
to ensure your tank performs at its best. ratio for more cost- effective shipping, handling,
and installation.
CUSTOMERS COME FIRST
Custom Technology Since 1956, we’ve prioritized customer
Our team will identify your project needs We utilize molding robotics, water jet robotics, communication and service. Our adept sales,
and provide a detailed proposal, including and 3D printing for precise manufacturing to
pricing, estimated freight, submittal drawing, eliminate estimations and ensure top-notch engineering, and support staff focus on
and manufacturing lead-time. tank performance.
your project’s specific needs, delivering a
comprehensive proposal with pricing, estimated
Customer Service Expertise
freight, expected submittal drawings, and
In business since 1956, we prioritize Our team brings decades of collective manufacturing lead-time. We provide ongoing
customer communication with a top-tier, experience building fiberglass reinforced
responsive service team. plastic tanks of all sizes and purpose.
support, ensuring satisfaction from initial
consultation to post-delivery follow-up.
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Our tanks, your way
Agriculture Scrubbers & Reactors Brinemaker Tanks Liquid Storage
Including: semiconductors, industrial chemicals,
wastewater, food & beverage, fertilizer
Customization Resin grades and types Inner corrosion barrier Reinforcement Ladders & Handrails Freeze Protection Integrally Bonded Fiberglass
options for your Components
fiberglass tanks Color Finish Interior layers Nozzles OSHA-Certified Ladders Internal Slope Bottom
and Handrails
And more!
Resin cure systems Surface veil Legs or Skirt Support Fire Retardant Resins
Baffles
Post cure requirements Fire Retardant Resins Lifting and Hold-down Lugs Agitator Supports
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Certified Professionals
NSF certification is a globally recognized, third-party,
Design Tanks is nonprofit certification that indicates a product has met
NSF/ANSI 61 certified. the National Sanitation Foundation’s (NSF) public health
and safety standards for water, food, and other consumables.
Choosing a product certified by NSF lets you know the
company complies with strict standards and procedures
NSF certified chemicals
imposed by NSF. From extensive product testing and material
analyses to unannounced plant inspections, every aspect of
Sodium Hypochlorite (15%) a product’s development is thoroughly evaluated before it
can earn NSF certification.
Salt brine (Saturated) Cities expect the highest safety standards for their families
and the constituents that they serve. With a Design Tanks
NSF Certified Liquid Storage Vessel, city leaders can rest
Ferric Chloride (45%) assured that their tanks have been built using only the best
in manufacturing processes and materials. We stamp each
one of our tanks with an NSF Certified Stamp and the
Sodium Hydroxide (50%) Industry trusted Design Tanks logo.
Sodium Bisulfite (45%)
Aluminum Sulfate (98%)
Potable Water
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Why fiberglass?
We exclusively manufacture fiberglass
tanks for a variety of customer benefitting
Superior corrosion resistance
reasons. Overall, the physical composition
of fiberglass outperforms both steel and
plastic polyethylene in utilitarian, longevity,
maintenance, and design fronts, ultimately Zero conductivity
saving our customers from exponentially
higher costs.
Unlike steel, our fiberglass offers superior corrosion resistance, zero conduc-
Maintenance-free exterior
tivity, and a maintenance-free exterior treated with a UV inhibitor to increase
resistance from the elements, as well as the option to include color-matched
integral pigmentation to eliminate the need for paint. This ultimately provides
a longer life for your tank and saves you from additional repair and preservation
costs over time. Fiberglass is also 75% lighter than steel and offers a higher
strength-to-weight ratio for less-costly shipping, handling, and installation.
75% lighter than steel
Fiberglass will also not expand from heat or product loading, whereas
polyethylene tanks can expand 3-4% percent, often requiring costly expansion
joint plumbing and frequent repairs. The flexibility of working with fiberglass
also grants customers greater customizability to their project, with the design
freedom to install accessories anywhere on the tanks versus flat areas only.
For example, fiberglass tanks can be easily supplied with side access manways
High strength-to-weight ratio
for convenient entry for inspection and cleaning versus top access. Internally
sloped bottoms offer complete drainage without costly cone or dish-bottom
tanks, and tank fittings are bonded integrally to the tank of the same material,
adding structural integrity, and minimizing potential leakage.
Our fiberglass tanks commonly provide 20-plus years of maintenance-free
and worry-free service thanks to its material longevity and content flexibility. Won’t expand from heat
By eliminating expensive maintenance fees, reducing your tank replacement
timeframe, and increasing product ROI, our top-of-the-line fiberglass
ultimately saves your company money.
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W AT E R J E T R O B O T I C S
Superior technologies Our robotic water jet uses
60,000 psi of water pressure to
cut extremely precise holes in
the cutting cell to simplify the
secondary bonding process
while reducing the potential for
At Design Tanks, we don’t operate on gut feeling leak paths created by imprecise
or guesswork; our engineering and design team relies or errant cutting.
on precise data and superior technologies to ensure
the best possible performance results for your tank.
ROBOTICS 3D PRINTING
Our head molding robot applies We use 3D printing technology
materials at a speed unattainable to create custom concept parts
by a manual process, while laser or your tank to ensure a perfect
levels help position fittings removing fit every time. By prototyping tools,
man-made errors and improving we shorten development time and
fitting location accuracy. Quality heavily reduce additional costs
and consistency are regularly to your project.
verified during in-line quality
checks using electronic, visual,
and physical testing.
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Optimize Your
Projects with At Design Tanks we understand the power of education.
FRP Tanks: To better assist your teams, we offer Lunch and Learn
sessions, that are focused on FRP tanks. This educational
Join Design Tanks’
session offers engineers the opportunity to gather critical
Lunch and Learn information for their specific projects while furthering their
Sessions for Engineers annual certification hours. Specify Design Tanks for your
future FRP tank projects. Contact us to lean more.
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READY TO START
Your
Project
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ENGINEERED AND BUILT IN SIOUX FALLS SINCE
WITH
Design
Tanks?
No matter what your storage needs may be,
regardless of your industry, we can engineer
the perfect fiberglass tank for you.
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designtanks.com Sales Staff: Design Tanks
Nate Unruh 612 W. Blackhawk Street
sales@designtanks.com Sioux Falls, SD 57104-0321
Toll-free Phone: (605) 965-1600
(866) 351-4863
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