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Horseley Bridge Tanks is now part of Balmoral Tanks Ltd and the combined experience of the companies provides the water storage industry with a choice of pressed steel and
glass reinforced plastic (GRP) products that stand the test evaluation and development programme.
of time. Improvements are made continuously through our The Horseley Bridge pressed steel sectional tank has an
for use in sites with restricted access and for shipment into
Assembly is simple and quick, requiring only hand tools and the minimum of skilled labour.
Pressed steel tanks with capacities from 1000-8,000,000 litres have been installed for water supply projects, food and process industries, hotels, railways, hospitals and many more.
This is a proven technology, providing tanks and supporting towers with an outstanding track record. HB tanks can be found throughout the UK and around the
preciously guarded.
system, combined with the companys standard practice of galvanising all panels to resist corrosion, has made safe storage of this valuable resource even more certain. Tanks can be provided for ground level installation or and fabricated by HB.
Rafter
Internal bracing
500mm min
230mm max
1220mm Ground level Length of walls to extend 200mm beyond width of tank
Approved by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) for potable water storage Manufactured under formal quality assurance procedures to BSEN ISO 9001 Tough, vandal resistant for unsupervised sites Easy to build, only moderate skills required No on-site welding, no fire hazard
Ideal for temporary requirements being simple to dismantle Technical support provided for site measurements and advice Technical drawings provided
General construction
Laser cutting
sectional water storage containers. Plates are hot-pressed in our factory in the UK to BS1564:1975 Type 1. The panels are
2 2 2
to bring high levels of accuracy to its panels. The cutters use a 3D capability providing precise, repeatable, burr-free profiles and are BSEN ISO 9001 certified.
manufactured in 1m and 1.22m (4ft ) sizes with thicknesses ranging from 4-6mm depending on tank depth and use. Steel used in plates, stays, cleats, etc, conforms to BSEN10025:1993 S275JR (43A equivalent).
Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) approved sealant. For flanges unless customers specify otherwise. ease of access to bolts, tanks are supplied with external
To support pressures exerted by the tanks contents, the sides rolled steel angle stays attached to cleats of equal strength
bolted to tank plates. The pattern of internal stays depends on tank size and varies between horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Storage of liquids The construction of the tanks allows storage of liquids up to a temperature of 38C, but hotter liquids can be catered for manufacturer. subject to arrangement between the purchaser and the
during cleaning, divided tanks can be supplied where one BS6700:1997 for additional advice. Cover and roofs compartment is used while the other is cleaned. See
to support the weight of maintenance personnel and their equipment. Design superimposed load is 0.75kN per m2.
Flat covers can be provided for use inside buildings. Pitched run off. All roofs are fitted with a lockable 600mm2 hinged
Base
fillers which are bolted to the roof and wall plates. and vermin proof.
The ends of pitched roofs are closed with stiffened gable All joints incorporate jointing strip to make them weather
Base Indicates plate thickness in mm
but in special circumstances the roof can be constructed from standard plates to allow a slight internal pressure. If this is required, please consult our engineering department.
Tank depth
Tank depth
Site installation
Tank erection
team will build your tank and leave it ready for erection ensuring site and base suitability. An experienced Each site is inspected by a qualified supervisor prior to tank Horseley Bridge Tanks provides a full UK tank erection service. the bottom flanges to give a greater bearing surface. Alternatively, steel supports may be used, in which case customers are advised to consult HB engineers regarding their design. Access Supports for tanks 3660+mm deep require steel capping flats under
a distance of 750mm should be left between the cover and any ceiling to allow access to the manhole. It is the customers Health and safety responsibility to ensure adequate clearance around the tank. HB reserves the right to refuse to carry out work in unsafe
provided all round the tank. When tanks are fitted with covers,
Externally flanged tanks at ground/floor level require dwarf concrete, with footings suitable for the bearing capacity of the run in one direction only with centres at 1000mm or 1220mm sub-soil. The walls should be at least 500mm high and must depending on the plate dimensions. They should extend at
relevant national and local health and safety regulations. Delays HB reserves the right to make additional charges for delays with its requirements.
Dwarf walls should be between 150 and 225mm wide and for spanners when bolting the bottom joints.
Accessories
Connections can be supplied as flanged stools to BS4504, sockets to BS1387. The connections are shop-welded to the plates in positions agreed at the time of order. Pipework configuration ASA or DIN standards, or, for small pipework, screwed
The external skin of the panel is manufactured in UV resistant thermoplastic giving an overall typical thickness of 95mm providing a typical U value of less than 0.4 W/m2K.
The inlet or delivery pipe can enter the tank through either the side wall at the top of the tank or through the tank equilibrium float valve or automatic float switch. base. Flow can be controlled through a ball valve,
of the tank and fitted with an internal bellmouth pipe or rose strainer to prevent suspended matter entering the water supply.
The outlet or service pipe should be taken through the base Surface coatings and finishes
The overflow should always be fitted to give at least 75mm of freeboard below the top of the tank in accordance with the UK Water Byelaws, or other regulations, to give the required air gap.
Tanks also offers a DWI (Drinking Water Inspectorate) approved coating which meets the requirements of Regulations 31-33 regulations. (Reg 25 in Scotland) of the Water Supply (Water Quality)
The washout pipe opening should be fitted flush with the below the tank base. Optional extras bottom of the tank and a sluice valve fitted immediately
Horseley Bridge Tanks provides a full design and supply service for towers, to BS5950. When specifying tower requirements it may be advisable to anticipate future increases in tank capacity. Customers are advised to consider foundation towers may be required in the future.
Ball-valve housing used to raise water level to maximise storage Screened overflows and warning pipes to Water Internal and external mild steel ladders complete Walkways with railings with safety hoops and rails Regulation 16 (UK Byelaw 30)
requirements and to let HB know what additional loadings on On request HB can supply loading and uplift details enabling contractors to design suitable foundations. Filling and testing
and in any event within the time specified in Horseley Bridge warranty conditions. HBs contract does not provide for a member of staff being present during filling. Conditions of contract
Towers
supply purposes, tanks can be mounted on a steel tower at a suitable height. Towers must be designed with suitable seismic and wind loads to BS5950 Pt1:1990
All work is carried out under HB conditions of sale as stated in the original quotation. Extra copies are available on request.
These charts are not exhaustive as tanks can be configured to suit any application
1.22m module tanks Tank capacities in litres To convert to gallons divide by 4.546
Length x breadth (m) 1.22m deep capacity (litres) 3632 5448 7364 2.44m deep capacity (litres) 10896 14528 21792 29056 32688 43584 58112 72640 108960 130752 90800 7264
2.44 x 1.22
3.66m deep capacity (litres) 10896 16344 21792 32688 43584 49032 65376 108960 136200 87168
4.88m deep capacity (litres) 14528 21792 29056 43584 58112 65376 116224 87168
5x5
5x4
4x4
4x3
3x3
4x2
3x2
2x2
6x5
25000
20000
16000
12000
9000
8000
6000
4000
30000
50000
40000
32000
24000
18000
16000
12000
8000
24000
18000
12000
60000
90000
100000
80000
64000
48000
36000
32000
24000
16000
40000
30000
20000
3.66 x 1.22 2.44 x 2.44 3.66 x 2.44 4.88 x 2.44 3.66 x 3.66 4.88 x 3.66 4.88 x 4.88 6.10 x 4.88 6.10 x 6.10 7.32 x 6.10 7.32 x 7.32 8.54 x 8.54 9.76 x 8.54 9.76 x 7.76 10.98 x 9.76
100000
125000
163440
11 x 11
100000
12 x 12
121000
200000
13 x 12
144000
242000
13 x 13
156000
288000
363000
169000
312000
432000
484000
338000
468000
576000
605000
507000
624000
720000
676000
780000
845000
14.64 x 14.64
13.42 x 13.42
12.20 x 12.20
12.20 x 10.98
10.98 x 10.98
15.86 x 15.86
261504 306904
219736
181600
163440
147096
523008
439472
363200
326880
294192
261504
613808
784512 920712
659208
544800
490320
441288
392256
1046016 1227616
878944
726400
653760
588384
523008
50
150
65
165
110
110
Preferred positions E B
100
80
185
125
200
145 180
125
220
160 210
M16
125
M16
135
350
150
250
M16
145
340
315
110
175
285
200
315
240
M16
150
335
125
110
360
135
125
BS 4504 NP16
340
270
M16
160
375
135
235
110
125
135
295
12
M20
175
M20
195
300
400
M20
210
280
435
220
265 255
480
175
515 545
195
175
200
185
400
375 435
160
A = 609mm
Note
C E D B A
It is preferable to make positions A and B the standard positions and for economy these should
and B so as to clear the strengthening impressions in the plate. If required, larger pipe flanges can be easily accommodated.
be used whenever possible. Positions C, D and E show the maximum variations from positions A
Additional ranges
Balmoral Tanks, also produces glass reinforced plastic ranging from 340-4550 litres (75-1000 gallons) to BS EN13280:2001 standards.
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