Factors affecting the selection of Oil Storage Tank - SUMAC Auto Recycling Equipment Co.,Ltd

The selection of oil storage tanks is crucial, and its influencing factors cover many aspects. The first is the characteristics of the stored oil. Different oils have different densities, volatility, corrosiveness, etc. For example, light oil products such as gasoline are highly volatile, and oil tanks with excellent sealing properties must be selected to reduce volatile losses; while highly corrosive oil products require oil tanks to be made of corrosion-resistant materials, such as nickel-containing stainless steel, to prevent the tank body from being corroded and perforated, affecting the safety and life of use.
The usage scenario is also a key factor. If it is used at the oil field mining site, it is necessary to consider the convenience of transportation and the need for rapid installation, and an assembled oil tank can be selected; if it is for long-term storage in the refinery, it has high requirements for stability and large capacity, and large fixed vertical oil tanks are more suitable. In addition, land resources also have an impact. In areas where land is scarce, horizontal oil tanks with small footprints may be the preferred choice.
The cost budget should not be ignored either. The procurement cost of oil tanks varies greatly depending on the material, specification, and manufacturing process. Stainless steel oil tanks are more expensive but more durable; carbon steel oil tanks are cheaper but require anti-corrosion measures. At the same time, the cost of later maintenance must also be considered. For example, the insulation layer of an insulated oil tank needs to be checked regularly, and the maintenance cost is relatively high. Comprehensive procurement and maintenance costs, combined with the expected service life, can select an economically reasonable oil tank type.