Vertical polyethylene storage tanks are the most-specified geometry across static water, chemical, and industrial process service. Our catalog spans every active SKU from Norwesco, Snyder Industries, Chem-Tainer, Enduraplas, and Bushman — from 10-gallon utility tanks to 15,500-gallon municipal-scale stationary vessels. Vertical orientation gives you the highest gallons-per-square-foot of footprint at the lowest manufacturing cost — and rotomolded one-piece polyethylene construction eliminates seams, gaskets, and corrosion failure modes that plague steel and fiberglass alternatives.
Applications
Bulk water storage — potable (NSF 61 models on request), irrigation, fire suppression, livestock
Industrial process holding, batch staging, day-tank service
Agricultural — fertilizer, herbicide, AdBlue/DEF, water hauling supply
Emergency potable water reserve and CIP (Clean-In-Place) make-up
Compliance & Standards
Vertical polyethylene tanks in this catalog are typically rotomolded to ASTM D1998 — the industry standard governing wall-thickness vs. specific gravity, seam-free construction, and stress-crack resistance — from FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 compliant polyethylene resin (certifications vary by model - check each product's Specifications). UV-12 stabilizers are co-extruded for outdoor service. NSF 61 listed models available for potable drinking water — call to specify. Maximum continuous operating temperature: 120 °F HDPE, 140 °F XLPE.
Engineering & Selection
Two specifications drive vertical tank selection: specific gravity (SG) rating and head height. Hoop stress at the tank wall is a direct function of fluid density × static head. A 1.5 SG tank can store fluids up to 1.5× water density (e.g., 30% caustic, 32% sulfuric, most fertilizers); 1.9 SG tanks handle the heaviest commercial chemistries (e.g., ferric chloride, 50% caustic, brine). Always size SG rating to your worst-case fluid. Foundations must be flat, level, full-footprint pad — never on dirt or partial support. Concrete or compacted stabilized base recommended. NPSH for downstream pumps depends on head height — coordinate with your pump vendor before final placement.
Freight & Delivery
Tanks ship LTL motor freight from the closest stocking warehouse to your delivery ZIP. Typical transit 5–10 business days. Liftgate available at delivery (per-shipment fee). Always inspect at delivery and note damage on the bill of lading before signing — that is the carrier claim trigger. Bulk-order consolidation reduces per-tank freight 25–40%. Get your LTL freight quote by ZIP, or call 866-418-1777 for same-business-day quoted pricing.
Sizing & Selection
Pick capacity first, then verify diameter and height against your installation envelope. Most vertical tanks are listed by nominal capacity; actual fill volume to outlet centerline is 90–95% of nominal. Rotomolded tolerance is ±2–3% per ASTM D1998. Need help sizing? Call our application desk at 866-418-1777.
2,000 gallons of water storage on a 90 inch base
The Snyder WV51 is a white polyethylene water tank that holds 2,000 gallons in a shell 90 inches across and 88 inches tall, weighing 357 pounds. It...
1,200 gallons of 1.9 SG chemical storage on a 60 inch base
The Snyder 1830200N45 is a white high density linear polyethylene chemical tank that holds 1,200 gallons in a 60 inch diameter, 109 inch...
The Chem-Tainer 2800 Gallon Plastic Vertical Water Storage Tank in White (SKU TC9598IW) is a polyethylene vertical tank built for bulk water storage when you need real capacity without moving to...
The Snyder Industries 1200 Gallon ASTM Black Heavy Duty Vertical Storage Tank (SKU 1830200N51) is a polyethylene vertical storage tank built for serious bulk water duty. It stands 109 inches tall on...
The Chem-Tainer 1700 Gallon HDPE Vertical Liquid Storage Tank is a white, polyethylene vertical storage tank built for high-volume bulk liquid storage in agricultural water, rural fire reserves,...
The Chem-Tainer 1700 Gallon Plastic Vertical Liquid Storage Tank is a 78-inch-tall polyethylene vertical tank on an 86 x 86 inch round footprint, holding 1,700 gallons of water or other liquids in...
The Chem-Tainer 100 Gallon PE Rectangular Open Top Tank (SKU TC-R183636A) is a 100-gallon polyethylene rectangular open top tank built for accessible bulk water storage, batching, washdown, and any...
The 2500 Gallon 15 Degree Cone Bottom Tank by Norwesco is built for full-drain chemical and process service where you need every gallon to evacuate through the bottom.This 2,500-gallon polyethylene...
1,300 gallons at 1.5 specific gravity, ASTM certified
The Snyder 1830400N43 is a white polyethylene vertical liquid storage tank, 72 inches across and 87 inches tall, holding 1,300 gallons at 290...
The Chem-Tainer 1500 Gallon Vertical Storage Tank is a natural white polyethylene vertical tank built for bulk water storage, holding 1,500 gallons in a 64 x 64 inch footprint at 127 inches tall.It...
The Chem-Tainer 1500 Gallon Vertical Storage Tank is a black polyethylene vertical tank built for bulk water and general liquid storage. It holds 1,500 gallons on a 64 x 64 in footprint and stands...
The Snyder Industries 1300 Gallon ASTM Black Vertical Storage Tank is a 1,300-gallon polyethylene vertical storage tank built to the ASTM D1998 standard, standing 87 inches tall on a 72-inch diameter...