1000 Gallon Vertical Liquid Storage Tank - Natural White (64" x 81"): Complete Buyer's Guide
A 1,000-gallon vertical liquid storage tank from Norwesco, a 64-inch-diameter column standing 81 inches tall, seamlessly rotomolded in 1.5-specific-gravity polyethylene for bulk agricultural and industrial chemistry.
Technical Drawing
Official Norwesco technical drawing — 1000 Gallon Vertical Liquid Storage Tank - Natural White (64" x 81")
Specifications at a Glance
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Standards & Materials
- ASTM D1998 — Standard Specification for Polyethylene Upright Storage Tanks. Governs wall-thickness and hydrostatic design for vertical rotomolded poly tanks of this class.
- FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 — Olefin polymers. The food-contact regulation the FDA-grade resin in this tank is compounded to meet.
- Specific gravity rating 1.5 — the tank is engineered for liquids up to 1.5× the density of water (water is about 8.34 lb/gal). Confirm your fluid’s SG before storage.
Installation and Setup Guide
A thousand gallons of chemistry on a 64-inch base means a serious load — plan the pad and the containment before the tank arrives, and treat the install as the long-term fixture it will be.
Site Preparation
Stand the tank on a firm, level surface engineered for the load — a four-inch compacted gravel pad or, better at this volume, a concrete slab covering the full 64-inch base and flat to within a quarter inch across the circle. The compact footprint concentrates the load, so make the surface true and stone-free, and build in containment where the chemical warrants it.
Placement and Connections
Keep two feet of clearance all around so the tall shell can be walked and serviced. Plumb the outlet to your transfer pump by the shortest run with chemical-rated flexible couplings, and spec every gasket and valve to the chemistry. The 81-inch height gives a strong head of pressure at the outlet.
Venting
Size the vent to your pump so the tall wall does not pull inward on a fast draw, and fit a chemistry-rated relief vent if the contents off-gas.
Maintenance and Long-Term Care
A 1,000-gallon chemical tank earns a thorough quarterly routine — shell, seals, foundation, containment, and vent all on the list.
Quarterly Inspection Checklist
- Shell and lower wall: walk the tank for bulging or stress whitening, hardest on the bottom band under the deepest liquid.
- Seals and outlet: inspect the fitting, gaskets, and valves for chemical attack; hand-snug only.
- Foundation and containment: confirm the pad is level, the compact base fully supported, and any containment intact.
- Vent: check that the relief vent is unobstructed and working.
Cleaning and Chemical Changeover
Before switching products, decontaminate to the chemical manufacturer's protocol and capture and dispose of the rinsate per label and regulation. Run a triple rinse with a compatible solution and check the incoming chemical against the resin and all seals before refilling.
UV and Weather Protection
Reflective and cool-running, the white wall still passes some light; under strong sun inspect it yearly and shade algae-prone or light-sensitive chemistry.
Alternatives and Comparisons
This 64-by-81 thousand-gallon vertical is the tall standard-profile bulk tank. A 1,000-gallon cone-bottom drains completely for batch processing on a stand; the 1,500-gallon verticals step up the bulk capacity. Choose by whether your process stores and transfers or mixes and fully drains.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the 1000 Gallon Vertical Liquid Storage Tank - Natural White (64" x 81") last?
Keep it on compatible chemistry, a solid pad, and within the 1.5 SG and 120 F limits, and 15 to 20 years is realistic. Foundation quality and chemical compatibility are the dominant factors in how long the seamless shell lasts.
What chemicals can I store in this tank?
Rated to 1.5 specific gravity, the tank carries agricultural chemicals, fertilizers, and industrial solutions of that density in FDA food-grade resin. Fuels, solvents, and flammables are off-limits, as are oxidizers and certain hydrocarbons that harm polyethylene. Check the chemical, its concentration, and the seal materials before you fill.
Does this tank come with a warranty?
Norwesco's warranty covers manufacturing defects under normal use: voids, pinholes, and factory-fitting faults. Overloading, an unsound pad, chemical attack, and impact damage are not covered. Keep records for any claim.
Can I install this tank underground?
No. A tall vertical chemical tank will not withstand soil pressure; bury it and you guarantee collapse and void coverage. Choose purpose-engineered underground tankage for any buried application.
Buying Considerations
Three checks before ordering: a level, firm pad built for the load on the 64-inch base (with containment if the chemistry requires it); a chemical confirmed compatible with the polyethylene and seals at or under 1.5 SG; and a delivery plan suited to a tank this size. Call us with your site details to arrange the right shipping and unload.
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