Polypropylene Tanks

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Polypropylene Tanks For Fire Trucks

Fire trucks cannot do their jobs without water. Of course, fire trucks carry hoses to pump water from municipal fire hydrants. But carrying a supply of water on the truck is critical in case fire hydrants are inaccessible or nonexistent, as with wildland fires, or the hoses cannot connect.

Fire trucks also need to carry foam tanks for situations in which water alone is insufficient to put out the fire — situations such as vehicle fires and other fires caused by flammable liquids. Polypropylene tanks provide a sturdy, effective way to carry significant stores of both water and foam without weighing down or overbalancing the truck.

Polypropylene tanks can carry a few gallons to a few thousand gallons. Their versatility and customizability make them invaluable pieces of equipment on many fire trucks, especially tanker trucks and pumper trucks.

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Types of Polypropylene Tanks and Their Uses

Polypropylene tanks for fire trucks come in several types:

Many polypropylene fire truck tanks are custom-built because more and more fire trucks incorporate custom fire apparatus as well. So many water tanks bristle with corners and notches so they can accommodate the extra gear the firefighters must carry in their trucks. Some even feature ladder tunnels where fire ladders can be stored.

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Polypropylene Tanks for Utility Use

ESD polypropylene tanks offer a custom solution for many utility needs. ESD Poly manufactures tanks that can store chemicals, fertilizers, and other common materials needed on the job. Polypropylene tanks also provide a secure container for transport and storage of corrosive chemicals. ESD Poly can also provide custom-designed tanks for any need.
The lightweight design and anti-corrosive properties of polypropylene tanks make for the perfect solution to any storage need. The ESD Poly Team can also create custom tanks that improve efficiency and convenience. Tanks can be fit to pickup truck beds or to utility trucks for storage. Call the ESD Poly Team today to learn more about the different available options for polypropylene tanks.

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Why Is Polypropylene Used For Fire Truck Tanks

Firetruck tanks can contain one of several different materials — polypropylene, fiberglass, steel and stainless steel. But polypropylene, a strong, lightweight plastic, offers several distinct advantages.

How The Tanks Are Manufactured

Polypropylene tanks are made from polypropylene sheet material. The manufacture of polypropylene tanks must strike a balance between prioritizing space in the truck — which would require making the tanks smaller — and prioritizing the tank’s volume capacity, which would require making the tanks bigger. For wildland fire trucks, manufacturers must also use stiffer plastic or incorporate spring mounts to make the tanks more rugged and able to stand up to a wildfire-fighting environment.

Polypropylene tank manufacturing uses the following tools:

Contact ESD Poly to Manufacture Polypropylene Tanks for Fire Trucks

ESD Poly is the industry leader for rugged and dependable custom fire truck tanks. ESD Poly manufactures high-quality, long-lasting poly fire truck tanks. All ESD Poly tanks are built in-house, and come with full-service capabilities to meet the needs of the fire industry. Every firefighting operation is different, which is why ESD Poly offers a variety of options for custom fire apparatus to meet different needs.

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