How to find the right water storage tank liners for your business

If your company stores large amounts of water over a long period of time, you need to invest in durable tank liners. Water storage tank liners keep stored liquids from coming into contact with the container’s metal or concrete structure. They also protect your container from corrosion and oxidation, helping to maintain your tanks over time. 

If you’re unsure which tank liners may be ideal for your water storage tanks, it can be important to look out for a few elements. Tank liners for water storage share certain characteristics that can help protect your stored water from contamination. 

3 things to look for in the right water storage tank liners

Water storage tank liners can be made from different materials, depending on the temperature and chemicals of the liquids. However, if your tanks store drinking water for humans, they legally need to be coated with protective linings. Without a liner, water tanks are susceptible to leaks and contamination and can be shut down from use. 

To store water safely, your tank liners should have the following in common: 

1. NSF 61 certification — If a liner has an NSF 61 certification, it is approved for use in drinking water tanks. The certification signifies that the materials used in the liner have been thoroughly inspected for health hazards and screened against additives and plasticizers, such as the ones found in PVC liners. You should not choose a water storage tank liner that does not have an NSF 61 certification, as harmful chemicals are more likely to seep from the liner into the drinking water.  
   
2. Durability — Your tank liner should be resistant to tears, punctures, corrosion, flaking and weather-related damage. It should also be waterproof so that it will properly hold the water in your tank and with a low risk of leakages. If your liner develops cracks over time, your water can quickly become contaminated and undrinkable. As a result, it can be cost-effective for you to invest in a durable storage tank liner from the get-go.
   
3. Easy installation — A good tank liner should be easy to install or at least come with clear and detailed instructions. Some tank liner distributors will offer free professional installation so that you can rest assured that your liner is expertly applied and can last as long as possible. 

Witt Lining Systems can offer you water storage liners that meet your company’s needs  

Need a water storage tank liner as soon as possible? Our team at Witt Lining Systems can customize a liner to the exact size of your tank and even install it for you on your schedule. Contact our team today to learn more about all the flexible drop-in liner options we offer.