1. Initial data evaluation and design: Analyzing the material and its temperature is crucial for establishing the correct storage conditions, which encompass temperature, pressure, and the limits of their application. Key considerations include the corrosive properties of the medium, qualitative attributes, vapor pressure, and accessibility, all of which serve as fundamental components in the design phase.
2. Raw materials: When selecting materials for chemical storage tanks, the corrosive nature of the medium plays a crucial role. Depending on the operational pressure and temperature, options such as enamel-coated containers, glass-lined tanks, or steel pressure vessels lined with rubber, porcelain, or PTFE can be utilized to enhance corrosion resistance.
3. Selection of GRP storage tank configuration: Various configurations, including horizontal and vertical orientations, as well as different head types, are available for specific applications. The selection process involves choosing from a national series of containers that align with the operational parameters, including working pressure, temperature, medium, and volume.
4. Calculation of total volume: Establish a plan for the overall volume of material to be stored.
5. Determination of unit quantity and dimensions: The total volume of stored materials is divided by the calculated volume of a glass fiber reinforced plastic tank to ascertain the required number of tanks. The appropriate tank volume is determined based on the tank type, characteristics of the stored material, site dimensions, processing capabilities, and other relevant factors. This comprehensive evaluation leads to the identification of the suitable tank volume, which, when combined with the total storage volume, informs the final decision on the number of tanks needed.