Thoughts on using this for a recovery tank

[renegade_cowboy]

What do you guys think about using this for a recovery tank after some port welding is done to it?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Flotec-85-Gal-24-in-D-Vertical-Epoxy-Lined-Water-Tank-FP7240/100192395?cm_mmc=shopping-_-googleads-_-pla-_-100192395&skwcid&kwd=&ci_sku=100192395&ci_kw=&ci_gpa=pla&ci_src=17588969#BVRRWidgetID

 

[Royal Man]

Looks like there is no reiforcement to keep it from colapsing. You might as well use a 50 gallon barrel.

 

[Shane T]

The welding needed to make it work will damage the epoxy. That will cause premature rust and eventual failure.

 

[SMRBAP]

Why not just hunt down a used waste tank? Are there specific reasons you are looking for something custom?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/butler-Carp...068?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3385d15e9c

I am sure with a little searching you can find something already done, baffled, shutoff switchs in place, etc.

 

[renegade_cowboy]

I think this tank can survive our blowers suction, its designed for high pressure..

Is there any way to reapply the epoxy after it has been compromised?

I already have two extra waste tanks but want a cylindrical one for a new TM i am in the process of building. I don't mind modifying the tank to make it work for a recovery tank.

 

[Desk Jockey]

As long as you have an air brake for relief I wouldn't think it would hurt it.

See if Brevik will sell you one of his, aren't his stainless steel? The difficutly with reinventing the wheel is the time and money invested in something that is already be produced.

 

[renegade_cowboy]

As long as you have an air brake for relief I wouldn't think it would hurt it.

See if Brevik will sell you one of his, aren't his stainless steel? The difficutly with reinventing the wheel is the time and money invested in something that is already be produced.

I think Brevik is the man when it comes to welding and I already tried to buy one.. but he won't sell them separately.

 

[Desk Jockey]

I see, Terry can be a real dik sometimes. Seriously I can see that he doesn't want to tear apart his system for one sale and then be tied to it for it's life.

Aerotech or is that too big of a waste tank?

 

[SMRBAP]

Aerotech or is that too big of a waste tank?

$$$$$$$$$

 

[Desk Jockey]

Yea I know, I'd but those butler tanks. Can you find me a 210 tank like that Anthony?

 

[Askal]

A 55 gallon metal drum will not work. Don't ask me how I know but it makes a very loud boom when it fails. Sounds like a few sticks of dynamite.

 

[dealtimeman]

A 55 gallon metal drum will not work. Don't ask me how I know but it makes a very loud boom when it fails. Sounds like a few sticks of dynamite.

Any pics al?

 

[Royal Man]

I think this tank can survive our blowers suction, its designed for high pressure.

Big difference between internal presure like the tank is designed for and external pressure with a tank under suction.

 

[renegade_cowboy]

Big difference between internal presure like the tank is designed for and external pressure with a tank under suction.

How does one tell if the tank will be able to handle the pressure of a #4 blower?

 

[renegade_cowboy]

I got off the phone with them.. they said the tank can withstand the pressure but they were unsure of the epoxy lining and our chemicals.

What are your thoughts on the epoxy lining?

 

[Desk Jockey]

I think the lining would be fine, it's your cut points that will be the problem over time. Since there is no Epoxy in the cut points, corrosion and rust will likely start there.


What about Mytee's molded recovery tank? I think you'd b money ahead and not have to weld or cut as well as no worry about corrosion.

http://www.mytee.com/products/t-80r-the-tank-recovery/#.UkWw-z9MuSo

 

[renegade_cowboy]

I think the lining would be fine, it's your cut points that will be the problem over time. Since there is no Epoxy in the cut points, corrosion and rust will likely start there.


What about Mytee's molded recovery tank? I think you'd b money ahead and not have to weld or cut as well as no worry about corrosion.

http://www.mytee.com/products/t-80r-the-tank-recovery/#.UkWw-z9MuSo

I thought about that but after shipping and tax its going to be over $800.. Plus i believe the cylindrical design of the tank will provide better air flow.

What about having the epoxy reapplied to damaged areas from the welding?

 

[Desk Jockey]

I would think it would be fine provided you prep the unfinished area well, so it will bond. Even if it failed I would think you'd get years out of it before it did.

I'd still weigh all the costs associated with getting it up and going vs the Mytee.

Shipping, welding, gaskets, epoxy, time, all have a cost. It would be a shame to make nearly the investment in your own tank and it not work for you. ???

 

[Shane T]

You could cut the new holes with a hole saw and then use a pvc bulkhead fitting instead of welding the fittings in.

 

[Duane Oxley]

Just add a "free flow" valve and yer all set.

 

[kingjoelking]

I think Brevik is the man when it comes to welding and I already tried to buy one.. but he won't sell them separately.

Nick N E L L O S makes Cylindrical waste tanks like Breviks.