High Anti-Corrosion GFS Fire Water Tank - Reliable China Suppliers & Factory Manufactured Solutions
Description
Fire water storage is a special system that remains stationary most of the time, but must be put into immediate use in an emergency. In this situation, attention must be paid to issues such as microbial growth, sediment accumulation, and increased water corrosivity. Due to the material properties of GFS tanks, they can ensure that long-term contact with fire-fighting water without causing corrosion, water pollution, or loss of strength.
The Glass Fused to Steel (GFS) tank is a kind of bolted storage tank made from two materials: glass and steel. High-strength TRS (titanium-rich steel) plates and enamels are perfectly fused at high temperatures to form a highly inert inorganic glaze layer. This coating system has excellent anti-corrosion properties.
Material Characteristics of Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tanks
▶ Low Carbon, High Strength, High Titanium
The steel substrate employed in the construction of glass-fused-to-steel tanks is a special high strength enamelled steel with a unique design and superior properties. Its mechanical properties, including yield strength, tensile strength, and elongation, far exceed those of conventional steel sheets.
(The structure of enamel plate)
Specification
| Coating Thickness | 250 ~ 450 um |
| pH Range | Standard grade 3 ~ 11 | Special grade 1 ~ 14 |
| Coating Process | Standard 2 coats 2 fire; 3 coats 3 fire available |
| Hardness | 6.0 Mohs |
| Elasticity | 500 KN/mm |
| Service Life | More than 30 years |
Features of Glass Fused to Steel Tanks
- ⚡ Fast installation and short construction period
- 🛡 Excellent anti-corrosion properties
- 🏗 Low construction environment requirements
- 🌡 Strong temperature adaptability
- 🔗 Wide range of applications, seamlessly integrated to form assembled reactors
- ✨ Aesthetically pleasing appearance
- 🔄 Flexible for relocation, expansion and recycling
- 🔧 Simple maintenance and service life in excess of 30 years
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
❓ What is a Glass Fused to Steel (GFS) fire water tank?
A Glass Fused to Steel (GFS) fire water tank is a bolted storage tank constructed from high-strength TRS steel plates coated with a specially formulated enamel. The two materials are fused together at high temperatures, creating a highly inert inorganic glaze layer that provides superior corrosion resistance and long-term durability for fire water storage applications.
❓ Why is GFS tank the ideal choice for fire water storage?
GFS tanks are ideal for fire water storage because they prevent corrosion, avoid water pollution, and maintain structural strength even after prolonged contact with stored water. They also resist microbial growth and sediment accumulation, ensuring the water remains clean and ready for immediate emergency use.
❓ What is the service life of a Glass Fused to Steel tank?
GFS tanks are engineered for long-term performance, with a service life exceeding 30 years. The durable enamel coating — applied at 250 to 450 µm thickness — combined with high-strength TRS steel ensures reliable operation with minimal maintenance over the tank's lifetime.
❓ What pH range can GFS tanks handle?
Standard grade GFS tanks can handle a pH range of 3 to 11, making them suitable for most water storage applications. For more demanding chemical environments, special grade GFS tanks are available that can withstand a pH range of 1 to 14, offering exceptional chemical resistance.
❓ How quickly can a GFS fire water tank be installed?
One of the key advantages of GFS tanks is their fast installation. As bolted modular tanks, they can be assembled on-site quickly with low construction environment requirements, significantly shortening the overall construction period compared to traditional concrete or welded steel tanks.
❓ Can GFS tanks be relocated or expanded after installation?
Yes. GFS tanks offer excellent flexibility. Their bolted modular design allows them to be disassembled and relocated to a new site, expanded to increase storage capacity, or recycled when no longer needed — making them a highly cost-effective and sustainable long-term investment.