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Water Conservation Water Tanks

Environmental factors, such as global warming, population growth, rising costs and rapid urban expansion have resulted in increased demand for alternative water supply solutions. Rainwater harvesting, water conservation and recycling have become key considerations for the industrial sector, in property developments and in the housing sector.

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Ease of installation

Modular design, in-house installation team

Easy to relocate

Can be fitted in any environment and relocated if required

Long-term solution

Highly corrosion resistant and technologically advanced design

No hidden maintenance costs

Liquids stored in a liner preventing contact with structure

Range of capacities

12000 litres to 4.2 million litres – ideal for wide range of applications from small residential to large housing or industrial applications.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Water Conservation

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