For storing non-potable water required for industrial use, the material of the tank is selected accordingly, and the shape of the water storage tank is determined based on available space. The required water amount throughout the day should be measured to estimate the suitable volume of polyethylene tank. Otherwise, we face issues such as water shortages or excessive accumulation due to overestimating the usage volume; the former creates sensitive water scarcity problems, while the latter results in uneconomical tank sizes that disadvantage consumers.
Estimating Water Needs for Buildings
To estimate the required volume for a building’s potable water usage, it’s important to note that the average consumption per citizen per day is 150 liters, of which one-third is sufficient for storage before pumping. Therefore, for an average family of five in a residential building, 250 liters of water is needed. Typically, for a small residential building with four units, a 1000-liter water storage tank is required. Hence, choosing a plastic tank, which is lighter than galvanized tank or metallic tanks and easy to transport, is advantageous. Moreover, its triple-layered structure prevents algae growth, and its inherent chemical resistance prevents corrosion from acids, bases, or oils, ensuring durability.
These tanks can be customized into various types such as horizontal, vertical, bookshelf, or under-stairs configurations depending on available space. The most common configuration is horizontal, installed on rooftops. Due to the use of food-grade polyethylene granules, they fully comply with sanitary standards. A typical dimension for a horizontal tank is 1000 liters, with dimensions of 100 cm width, 110 cm height, and 168 cm length.
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