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ThinTanks – What’s all the fuss?

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30
Jul

Thin Tanks – what are they?

In short thin tanks are rain water tanks that are designed to be narrow in width. They are designed to service the residential and commercial water harvesting market.

Designed for easy installation and with space saving in mind, ThinTanks leave the smallest footprint for any above ground water tank with the same capacity.

Benefits of a ThinTank.

There are plentiful benefits of Thin Tank.

  • BPA free Polyethylene – Food Grade
  • No change in the taste of harvested water
  • No rusting or corroding
  • Can join tanks to increase water storage
  • Can be positioned anywhere ie side of house, along a fence, etc
  • One piece construction – solid ribbing enhances strength
  • Can add vertical garden for further street appeal and consumption
  • Available in 12 colours that will surely suit your property

What size ThinTanks are available?

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Understanding BASIX.

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25
Jul

BASIX is short for Building Sustainability Index is a NSW initiative to ensure residential homes and apartments are built with potable water, fewer greenhouse emissions and to provide more comfort for the occupant.

WHAT ARE IT’s OBJECTIVES?

Water: The initiative and the backbone of BASIX – is that it sets targets for reducing water consumption in residential buildings. It requires the use of rainwater harvesting, the use of water-efficient fixtures, and well-designed landscapes.

Energy : Homes must achieve a certain level of energy efficiency. Some ideas to help achieve this is the use of insulation, efficient heating and cooling systems, and the use of renewable energy sources like solar panels. Read the rest

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Steel Water Tanks – Thoughts and Considerations!

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25
Jul

What are steel water tanks made from?

Quite simply steel tanks are made from Bluescope or Aqaplate steel. A food grade polymer lining adheres to the steel and there is a heavy duty top colour coating.

The steel walls for domestic grade steel tanks are 0.6mm thick. Corrugations of the tank wall comply with AS1445 with corrosion protection.

The polymer lining adheres to AS4020:2018 and are food grade. This means they are suitable for food and water storage and human consumption.

Why choose steel tanks to store your water?

Steel water tanks are designed for domestic, commercial and rural application. Built with strength of steel and with corrugations the strength to withstand the outward pressure of the water. Read the rest

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Underground Water Tanks – things to consider:

Posted on by User User
23
Jul

An Underground Water Tank is simply a water tank that is installed in-ground. The purpose of an in-ground water tank is to harvest and store rainwater for future use.

Not all water tanks can be installed underground. In-ground water tanks are designed with reinforced walls designed to withstand the inward pressure of soil on the tank.

Why install Underground Water Tanks?

The greatest benefit of installing a below ground water tank is space saving measures. Any property that is constrained by space will benefit hugely using an in-ground tank.

Nowadays many new build duplex sites will install beneath ground tanks under the driveway. Read the rest

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Tank to Mains Changeover / Aquasaver / Rainbank

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Aquasaver
19
Jul

What is a Rains to Mains/Rainbank Changeover device?

Quite simply a Rains to Mains Changeover Device is a valve that harvest rainwater from a tank to be used for household application like toilets and laundry. This device will automatically switch to Mains Water Supply when it senses there is insufficient water in the tank.

Most Rains to Mains Changeover Devices will work with a pressure controller and will auto restart. There is no requirement for a float switch.

The devise is small in size, approximately 150mm long and 120mm high. They often sit on top of a pressure pump but they can also be positioned against a wall or other places that best suits the set up. Read the rest

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OSD – On-site Stormwater Detention

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13
Jun

It’s commonplace nowadays If you’re in the process of building a new home or new project, your local council might require a retention tank fitting.  Often this depends on the location of your building and how effective the local storm water management system is. 

An OSD – On-site stormwater detention fitting on a tank is simply a way of retaining some water for re-use and other water for slow release back into the storm water.  This is often required when local council storm water is deemed not suitable to drain all the water from a downpour into the stormwater system adequately.  Read the rest

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SEPTIC TANK – the solution!

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05
Mar

Septic Tanks are a waste water disposal system commonly used when the property is not connected to municipal sewerage. 

Septic tanks these days are designed for fast and easy installation with all baffles and fittings pre-installed. There is no need for concrete as the tanks themselves are self-anchoring.

Waste-water tanks are mostly used for underground application with gravity to assist the flow. Most tanks will cater for households, small businesses for anywhere to 1-6 people.  A simple solution for more people is to add additional units.

Sewerage tanks can also be used as an above ground sewerage solution also. This will require an after-tank pump to pump out the liquid. Read the rest

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Water Tank Rebate – On-Farm Connectivity Rebate

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08
Nov

The On-Farm Connectivity program is a government initiative to provide support to rural Farms to support them in water conservation using digital solutions.  This water tank rebate can greatly benefit Australian farmers.

This water tanks rebate forms part of the wider Better Connectivity for Rural and Regional Australia Plan (Better Connectivity Plan BCP) to assist primary producers.

The On-Farm Connectivity Plan will run as follows: – ROUND 1

  •  10am October 27 2023 to 5pm 31 May 2024 or until fully exhausted (whichever happens first)

The Australian Government grant for the water tank rebate is a total of 30 Million. Round 1 has a 15 Million Grant.  Read the rest

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How to Install a Water Tank

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Water Tank Installation
02
Oct

How to Install a Water Tank

 

This brochure contains general instructions on how to install a water tank.  It also briefly covers how to manage the overflow and how to connect ball valves to your tank.  Please note this is a general guide on how to install a water tank for most handypersons – we assume the installer has a degree of understanding of plumbing pipework.

  1. Positioning Your Tank

  • If you know where you want to locate your tank, and your base is ready position the tank in on the prepared base.
  • Consider the position of your tank’s overflow – there is usually a flat section at the top of the tank to allow for the overflow connection. 
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TANK TO PUMP CONNECTION

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05
Sep

The term “tank to pump connection” usually refers to the plumbing between a water storage tank and the pump. On a standard connection, the hose is usually a flexi hose to absorb any movement and there is a ball valve together with clamps.  Things you might wish to consider for your tank to pump connection:

  1. Choose the Right Pump: Before creating the connection, it’s crucial to choose an appropriate pump for the job. Pumps come in various types, such as centrifugal pumps, external pumps, and submersible pumps, each suited for different purposes.  Please contact us for more information if you have any concerns with what pump is ‘right’ for your job.

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