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Sunday, June 02, 2024
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Matt D.
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Connecticut
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275-Gallon Galvanized Steel Panels Water Tank
While 275-gallon water toes are common, if this style can be found this is the one to get. It is a little more expensive since it is completely wrapped in metal which is because it was originally used to transport isopropyl alcohol and the warping is to help avoid light degradation of the product during delivery. As a result these can become “forever” tanks, even when kept outdoors.
From a pumpkin grower’s standpoint this offers two advances, the alcohol essentially evaporates so there is no residual in the tank. Most other tanks are marketed as food grade transporters, but this often means oils were used and while food grade, there is will be a long-lasting residue. The light block the metal does prevent the plastic tank inside from degrading in the sun and it also prevents algae from growing with technically no need for any covers. This is covered with a tarp to shade the pump and equipment on top of the tank.
The black arrow indicated 132gallons which is considered “full” when one plant is being grown. About 100gallons will be irrigated and then refilled via the timers seen in previous posts.
Here is what the tank essentially is : https://smithsofthedean.co.uk/product/ibc-tank-1000-litre-new-galvanized/
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