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    Designed and built to withstand extreme weather and harsh site conditions.

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    Mining Water Tanks

    Procurement and Safety Compliant:

    SBS Tanks are manufactured in South Africa in a worldclass ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 compliant facility. Designed to be robust and resistant to extreme weather and harsh site conditions, water storage tanks from SBS Tanks are ideally suited to mine sites.

    Procurement and Safety Compliant: SBS water storage solutions are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2017 compliant. Tanks are manufactured to exacting standards and erected by skilled in-house installation teams. The SBS team ensures that country specific legislative requirements are met, facilitating a speedy solution.

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    Key Features

    Global quality and safety standards:

    SBS® Tanks is internationally certified to the highest industry standards for quality and health and safety management, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO45001:2018 respectively. Partnerships with in-country specialists, regional membership to relevant bodies and local certifications help to ensure compliance with country specific legislation.

    Built to withstand extreme conditions

    Designed to suit a wide range of applications, mine water and liquid storage tanks from SBS Tanks are ideally suited to the harsh conditions on mine sites. SBS in-house engineers work with mine engineers to design and specify the best solution for closed circuit water systems, potable, process or wastewater storage.

    Rapid and safe installation

    Installed from the ground up, no heavy lifting equipment or scaffolding is required on site. Following construction of a simple ring beam or approved site compaction, installation of the modular, steel panel tanks from SBS Tanks can be done in matter of days. Commissioning takes place immediately for operational use.

    Fit for liquid storage:

    A wide range of liquids can be stored within the tank, in the internal PVC liner. By preventing contact between the liquid stored within the tank and the tank structure, the internal liquid storage liner offers further corrosion risk-reduction benefits, contribution to the expected tank lifespan of 65+ years.

    Fit for liquid storage:

    A wide range of liquids can be stored within the tank, in the internal PVC liner. By preventing contact between the liquid stored within the tank and the tank structure, the internal liquid storage liner offers further corrosion risk-reduction benefits, contribution to the expected tank lifespan of 65+ years.

    Engineer designed and approved

    Designed and developed by in-house engineers and certified by external engineering professionals, SBS Tanks can be used for mine site fire suppression water storage, bulk water storage, fresh, effluent wastewater or recycled process water storage as part of a closed circuit mine water system or desalination plant.

    Innovative modular design

    The modular steel panels used to construct water and liquid storage tanks from SBS Tanks are easy to transport using light delivery vehicles or carried to site by installation team members. SBS tanks can be dismantled, relocated or extended to increase storage capacity should site requirements or mine location change.

    Wide range of capacities:

    Over 500 size water storage tanks are available from SBS Tanks, with capacities from 12,000 litres (12m3) to up to 4.2 million litres (4,212m3). Installation or build flexibility is based on the site footprint, capacity requirements and location of the site.

    Partnering for success

    With in-house engineering, project management, logistics and installation teams SBS® Tanks ensures that country specific legislative requirements are met, facilitating seamless project delivery.

    Applications

    SBS® offers a wide range of water and liquid storage solutions to meet the diverse and exacting needs of the mining, municipal, fire protection and commercial sectors, with a focus on working to develop comprehensive solutions that address the need for water conservation.

    Commercial Water Tanks

    Ensuring uninterrupted water supply - vital for daily operation and business growth.

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    Water Conservation

    Rainwater harvesting, water conservation and recycling solutions for industrial, property and housing sectors.

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    Mining Water Tanks

    Designed and built to withstand extreme weather and harsh site conditions.

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    Fire Protection Water Tanks

    Longstanding supplier on the ASIB register. Fully compliant with 12th edition rules.

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    Municipal Water Tanks

    Environmentally friendly, cost and time saving alternative to concrete water storage reservoirs.

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    Applications

    SBS Energy has developed a solution that not only addresses the need for backup power, but puts the power back in business owner's hands with an easy-to-use dashboard system.

    Case Studies

    Fire water tanks for Kenyan Wine Agencies

    SBS Solutions East Africa Limited recently completed the successful installation of two bulk fire water tanks for Kenyan Wine Agencies (KWAL). The two  ST15/05 SBS Tanks from the Standard Tank Range stand at just over six metres tall and have a capacity of 516,000 litres each. Combined, the premium ISO-certified fire suppression water tanks store over 1 million litres.

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    Case Studies

    Water Tanks Provide Continuous Flow Of Learning And Healthcare

    Universities have a high demand for water to support daily operations such as sanitation, cleaning, and food preparation in student housing facilities. Adequate water supply ensures that these essential services can function smoothly, maintaining a hygienic and comfortable environment for students, faculty, and staff. When the University doubles as a teaching hospital, as Aga Khan University (AKU) will do in Kampala, Uganda, then the need for a continuous supply of water is even more critical.

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    Case Studies

    NYEWASCO LEADS THE WAY: Steel Water Tanks redefining water infrastructure in East Africa

    As with many African countries, securing continuous, safe drinking water for remote communities poses several challenges for Governments and local municipalities. Available infrastructure, cost concerns for storage, distribution and treatment as well as quality issues, limited resources and environmental impact, all determine the success of a ruling parties dreams of providing core services. The same challenges were faced by NYEWASCO Water Works, of Nyeri county in Kenya when confronted with the need to provide clean water for its 759 000+ residents. Their solution? A SBS 886 000 litre tank.

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    Case Studies

    How to choose the right water storage tanks

    When considering options for liquid storage solutions, two prominent materials emerge: steel pressed panel tanks and concrete reservoirs. These materials have long been favoured for tank construction, each offering distinct advantages and considerations. This comprehensive analysis delves into the attributes, merits, limitations, and suitable applications of both steel and concrete tanks, facilitating a well-informed decision tailored to individual storage requirements.

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    Case Studies

    From Hilltops to Households: Bringing reliable water storage tanks to East Africa

    In the rugged and remote terrain of West Pokot County, Kenya, access to clean and reliable water has long been a significant challenge for the local community. However, an innovative water storage tank project led by Solyon Enterprises and SBS Tanks East Africa has brought about a transformative change, significantly improving the lives of approximately 1,000 households in the surrounding area.

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    Case Studies

    A New Era of Water Storage in East Africa

    In the heart of Nairobi, Kenya, at the Imara Daima site, SBS Tanks embarked on a transformative water storage project. We installed a ST14/05 water tank, with a capacity of 376 kilolitres, to serve the needs of a local school and church. This significant undertaking marked the first ST tank SBS Tanks supplied to the Kenyan market, setting a precedent for future projects across East Africa. With over 2000 square meters of available roof space, the International Christian Centre (ICC) is eager to harvest collected rainwater for use around the property

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    Case Studies

    The Shape of Efficiency: Round vs. Rectangular Steel Tanks

    When it comes to storing liquids, the shape of the tank significantly impacts its efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Lucky for us, circular tanks stand out for their superior performance compared to square or rectangular steel tanks when comparing on factors such as strength, maintenance and cost-effectiveness.

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    Case Studies

    Bulk water storage tank for Nelson Mandela Bay Metro

    The Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality in Gqeberha, South Africa has experienced water challenges for several years. As part of one of nine initiatives implemented by the local district municipality, which comprises Gqeberha and Kariega (previously known as Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage respectively), a 460,000- litre bulk water storage tank from SBS® Tanks was installed.

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    Case Studies

    Tank Farm installed to increase bulk potable water storage

    SBS Tanks installed a quick and cost-effective solution to increase bulk potable water storage for the KwaGuqa township, situated west of eMalahleni. The tanks have a combined storage capacity of over 15 million litres and are modular, steel-bolted water storage tanks offering a fast and effective solution for bulk water storage at a community level.

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    Case Studies

    Protecting the environment and community at Wuppertal

    SBS was able to install a fire tank and water storage solution at the Wuppertal community in record time while taking into account the environmentally protected status of the Wuppertal community.

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    Case Studies

    Keeping Education Flowing at the University of Zululand

    SBS is in the process of designing and installing a 5Ml water storage and treatment plant at the University of Zululand- to help the university overcome repeat water cuts due to illegal connections.

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    Case Studies

    Municipal water tanks: SBS tanks partners with ethekwini municipality

    A successful installation of a 50kl pump station tank and a 1.7Ml bulk water storage system for our first collaboration with the eThekwini municipality!

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    Case Studies

    Solar solution yields excellent returns for farmer

    KwaZulu-Natal farm now able to reduce electricity consumption, supplement supply from solar, and ensure operational continuity.

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    FAQs

    • What mining applications do SBS water tanks support?

      SBS mining water tanks support various applications including process water storage, dust suppression systems, equipment cooling, potable water supply, emergency reserves, and environmental compliance. Our tanks are engineered for harsh mining environments and remote locations.

    • How do mining water tanks handle extreme environmental conditions?

      Mining water tanks are constructed with reinforced materials, UV-resistant coatings, corrosion-resistant components, and structural reinforcement to withstand extreme temperatures, high winds, seismic activity, and corrosive environments common in mining operations.

    • Can SBS provide water storage for remote mining sites?

      Yes, SBS specializes in water storage solutions for remote mining locations including modular tank systems, transportable installations, and temporary water storage. We provide complete logistics and installation support for challenging remote locations.

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