Are you one of those customers who have the same question on your mind asking what the right tank is for your application? Well, we have been asked so many times of this and so, we are going to address this question once and for all, by also asking you some questions.
Our first question is whether you are processing or storing your products. Knowing what specific plan you have for the process tank is the first step to choosing the right one. There is a difference between processing and storing purposes for process tanks. The former is usually done in smaller batches while the latter one is often done in bigger batches. Knowing this can help you which tank to use.
Now that you have determined the purpose for the tank, it’s time to pick the right one. This time we will ask what type of tank you want or need for your application. Process tanks come in vertical and horizontal versions, both of which have a sloped bottom of about 0.75 inch per foot. Both of them are commonly utilized for storage purposes but they can also be used for processing. We are going to differentiate the two to further help you decide which version works best for you.
Vertical Process Tanks: Because of cost consideration, vertical tanks rarely come with vertical agitation but mostly with horizontal agitators. They are the most common tank orientation widely used. The major advantage of this tank is that it requires less space than its horizontal counterpart.
Horizontal Process Tanks: This version of the tank is the most cost-effective and proves to be the best option if you have to either cool or heat your products. They have more surface area coverage, meaning you can place more products into the tank without a problem. Plus, you can also add vertical agitation to it, making it even more efficient and effective.
So, there you go. In order to choose the right tank, you first must determine the purpose you have for it, either use it for processing or storage. After determining this, you can then proceed to selecting between vertical and horizontal process tanks, considering the space and use for the tank. For sure, you will end up picking the best tank for your purpose.
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