VPC 3000g Green Vertical Water Tanks User Manual
- June 1, 2024
- VPC
Table of Contents
Valencia Pipe Company
Frequently Asked Questions
Black/Green Vertical Tanks
Black/Green Vertical Water Tanks
1. How are these tanks made?
They are made via a roto-mold process. Resin pellets are placed in a mold of
the tank. It is then placed in an oven and the mold rotates in a manner to
evenly disburse the resin over the complete surface of the mold. After a
specified time period, it is pulled from the oven and allowed to cool. The
tank is then removed from the mold and accessories are added manually.
2. What material is it made of?
UV stabilized BPA free HDPE (high density polyethylene) resin.
3. How much does this tank weigh?
3000g black vertical: 2500g black vertical: 1550 black vertical:
4. What kind of outlet is there?
Black vertical water tanks have a 16″ lid, a 1 1/2″ inlet port, and a 2″
outlet port at the bottom of the tank.
5. Can I use this tank underground (even partially)?
No. Burying a vertical water tank, even partially, may cause it to implode.
Further, it will void the warranty.
6. What can I store in a black vertical water tank?
These tanks are made for use with potable water and are rated at 9.2 lbs. per
gallon.
7. Can this tank be painted?
Yes it can. To prepare the tank for painting, wipe it down with a paint
thinner to remove any oily residue. The paint that seems to adhere the best is
an automotive urethane which is commonly used to paint car bumpers. Keep in
mind that over time, as a tank expands and contracts, the paint will usually
crack and will need to be reapplied. VPC accepts no responsibility for any
detrimental effect that paint may have on the tank.
8. Where can I find the serial number on this tank?
The serial numbers are located on the top neck near the manhole cover.
9. Do black vertical water tanks need a concrete slab to place it on or
can I put it on leveled dirt with all rocks removed?
A properly constructed concrete pad that is capable of supporting the contents
of the tank is the best method and is recommended for tank sizes larger than
2,000 gallons. Other materials such as very flat blacktop, or contained,
packed sand or pea gravel have been used successfully. All surfaces must be
level, and able to maintain uniform support through freeze/thaw, erosion and
other disturbances.
10. How can I get this tank from my local Home Depot store to my home?
A popular way to transport this tank is on a flatbed trailer. Simply tip it on
to its side, roll it up a ramp from the ground to the trailer, carefully strap
it down, and drive carefully on the way home.
11. What are the temp ranges for these tanks?
Highs & Lows. Polyethylene storage tanks have a maximum storage temperature of
120° F. Contents with a temperature in excess of 120° F – even for a short
period of time – can weaken the tank’s structural integrity and make it
susceptible to deformation and failure.
12. Does this tank come with any sort of screen, filter, or basket in the
top fill opening?
No, the tank itself does not come with a strainer mechanism. However, many are
available on-line. You’d want to look for a 16″ diameter screen to fit inside
the main fill hole.
13. What will happen to my above ground tank if it is outside in freezing
temperatures?
The tank itself does not have a minimum temperature rating. If you plan to
keep the liquid in the tank and you know that it will freeze, make sure that
you leave room for expansion. The most likely place to crack on the tank is
the bulkhead fitting which can be easily replaced.
14. Are the tanks FRP or just plastic?
I need it to meet NFPA 22 standards. Black vertical water tanks are made of
Polyethylene. It is not FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic). Most NFPA-22
tanks are made of other materials including metal and concrete which withstand
much higher temperatures.
15. Does this tank meet NSF-61 standards:
Yes.
16. Will this material melt if exposed to a wildfire?
Yes, it will melt in a wildfire. Black vertical water tanks have a maximum
liquid storage temperature of 120° F. Past that, the PE starts to weaken. The
typical melting point of PE is around 250° F and a typical wildfire burns at
1000° F or more in extreme situations.
Valencia Pipe Company
28305 Livingston Avenue
Valencia, CA 91355
www.valenciapipe.com
661-257-3923
Fax: 661-257-3928