welcome to nuco tanks
welcome to nuco tanks
Create. Enhance. and Sustain.
Create. Enhance. and Sustain.

Welcome to NUCO Tanks, your trusted partner in the world of water storage solutions. We take pride in delivering high-quality steel square sectional tanks designed to meet your specific water storage needs. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we have been serving a diverse range of industries, ensuring reliable and sustainable water storage solutions.

Welcome to NUCO Tanks, your trusted partner in the world of water storage solutions. We take pride in delivering high-quality steel square sectional tanks designed to meet your specific water storage needs. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we have been serving a diverse range of industries, ensuring reliable and sustainable water storage solutions.

Space Efficiency

Square sectional tanks are designed to efficiently use available space. Their square shape allows for better utilisation of corners and tight spaces, making them ideal for locations with limited footprints.

Versatility and Customisation

The modular nature of square sectional tanks allows for custom configurations to fit specific requirements. They can be tailored to meet the unique needs of the installation site.

Sturdy Construction and Durability

Steel is known for its strength and longevity, ensuring that the tank can withstand various environmental conditions and maintain structural integrity over time.

Space Efficiency

Square sectional tanks are designed to efficiently use available space. Their square shape allows for better utilisation of corners and tight spaces, making them ideal for locations with limited footprints.

Versatility And Customisation

The modular nature of square sectional tanks allows for custom configurations to fit specific requirements. They can be tailored to meet the unique needs of the installation site.

Sturdy Construction And Durability

Steel is known for its strength and longevity, ensuring that the tank can withstand various environmental conditions and maintain structural integrity over time.

About Us
About Us

nuco tanks

nuco tanks

Our headquarters are strategically located in Durban, allowing us to efficiently serve the diverse needs of the local community and beyond.

As a Durban-based company, we understand the importance of reliable water storage solutions in our region, and we are committed to contributing to the growth and sustainability of our community.

Sectional steel water storage tanks
Sectional steel water storage tanks

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Standard

NUCO pressed steel sectional water tank constructed with hydraulically pressed flanged panels, conform to BS 1564 : 1975 and SS22 : 1979

Materials

The steel used in the manufacture of the tank plates, stays and cleats conform to the requirements of BS 4360 : 1972 grade 43A or ISO equivalent

Nozzles for Connection

Short pipe with flange or socket for all pipe connections

Standard

NUCO pressed steel sectional water tank constructed with hydraulically pressed flanged panels, conform to BS 1564 : 1975 and SS22 : 1979

Materials

The steel used in the manufacture of the tank plates, stays and cleats conform to the requirements of BS 4360 : 1972 grade 43A or ISO equivalent

Nozzles for Connection

Short pipe with flange or socket for all pipe connections

Stays and Cleats

The stays and cleats are made of steel angle bar and steel plate

Bolt, Nuts, Washers

Hot Dipped Galvanised steel bolts, nuts and washers for internal and external

Tank Cover

Panel type steel cover supported by trusses 600mm x 600mm square manhole and 100mm air- vent supplied as standard for each compartment

Stays and Cleats

The stays and cleats are made of steel angle bar and steel plate

Bolt, Nuts, Washers

Hot Dipped Galvanised steel bolts, nuts and washers for internal and external

Tank Cover

Panel type steel cover supported by trusses 600mm x 600mm square manhole and 100mm air- vent supplied as standard for each compartment

Jointing Materials

Non toxic PVC foam to be used for all jointing between tank panel flange

Water Level Indicator

Reverse Reading Pointer Mechanical Type (Cat & Mouse)

Flanges of Plates

Tank panels pressed with a combined double flange at an angle of 45 degree and 90 degree to the face of the plate on four sides

Jointing Materials

Non toxic PVC foam to be used for all jointing between tank panel flange

Water Level Indicator

Reverse Reading Pointer Mechanical Type (Cat & Mouse)

Flanges of Plates

Tank panels pressed with a combined double flange at an angle of 45 degree and 90 degree to the face of the plate on four sides

Sectional steel water storage tanks
Sectional steel water storage tanks

nuco scope

nuco scope

At Nuco Tanks, we understand the importance of water in various applications, from industrial processes to agricultural irrigation and beyond. Our steel square sectional tanks are engineered to provide robust and durable storage solutions, ensuring the safety and preservation of your valuable water resources.

  1. Durability: Crafted from premium quality galvanised steel, our tanks are built to withstand the test of time and adverse environmental conditions, ensuring longevity and reliability.

  2. Modularity: Our sectional tanks offer a modular design, allowing for easy customisation and expansion to accommodate changing water storage requirements. This flexibility makes them suitable for a wide range of applications and settings.

  3. Space Efficiency: The square design of our tanks maximises space utilisation, making them an ideal choice for installations where space is at a premium. This efficient use of space ensures optimal storage capacity without compromising on stability.

  4. Installation: We prioritise customer convenience, and our tanks are designed for straightforward and hassle-free installation. Our team of experts is also available to provide guidance and support throughout the process.

  5. Corrosion Resistance: With a focus on quality materials and manufacturing processes, our tanks are resistant to corrosion, ensuring the purity and integrity of the stored water.

Sectional steel water storage tanks
Sectional steel water storage tanks

Working temperatures

Working temperatures

For the purpose of this standard cold liquids are defined as those having a temperature not exceeding 38 oC and hot liquids are defined as those having a temperature exceeding 38oC but less than 100 oC. In the case of tanks to hold hot liquids, care shall be taken in use to avoid excessive vibration or turbulence. 

Working temperatures

For the purpose of this standard cold liquids are defined as those having a temperature not exceeding 38 oC and hot liquids are defined as those having a temperature exceeding 38oC but less than 100 oC.

In the case of tanks to hold hot liquids, care shall be taken in use to avoid excessive vibration or turbulence. Tanks for temperatures higher than 100 oC should be the subject of mutual arrangement between the purchaser and the manufacturer 

Materials

5.1 The steel used in the manufacture of the plates, stays, cleats and pads for connections shall conform to the requirements of BS 4360: 1972 grade 43A or BS 1449: Part 1: 1972 material HR 14.

5.2 Bolts, studs, nuts and washers shall be made from steel complying with the requirements of BS 4190. Bolts and nuts shall be hexagonal, black finish, screwed ISO metric complying with the requirements of BS 4190. where applicable. Washers shall comply with the requirements of BS 4320: 1968 from ‘F‘.

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Welding of connections

Welds for connections shall comply with the requirements of BS 1856

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and by means of covered electrodes complying with the requirements of BS 639: 1972 sections 1 and 2: grade

Minimum access

Where tanks with external flanges are to be erected in a confined space it is essential that a clearance of not less than

500mm shall be provided all round the outside and underneath to facilitate erection. For access to the top of a closed tank the clearance at the top shall be not less than 750mm
Testing

Testing shall be filling the tank with water on site and shall be the subject of specific arrangement between the purchaser

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and the manufacturer at the time of the enquiry and order. Wter for testing shall be supplied by the purchaser.
Welding of connections

Welds for connections shall be made by the metal are process complying with the requirements of BS 1856

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and by means of covered electrodes complying with the requirements of BS 639: 1972 sections 1 and 2: grade

Minimum access

Where tanks with external flanges are to be erected in a confined space it is essential that a clearance of not less than

500mm shall be provided all round the outside and underneath to facilitate erection. For access to the top of a closed tank the clearance at the top shall be not less than 750mm
Testing

Testing shall be filling the tank with water on site and shall be the subject of specific arrangement between the purchaser

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and the manufacturer at the time of the enquiry and order. Wter for testing shall be supplied by the purchaser.
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Sectional steel water storage tanks
Sectional steel water storage tanks

NUCO SITE SURVEYS

NUCO SITE SURVEYS

  • Evaluate the available space and its suitability for water tank installation.
  • Discuss your water storage needs and usage patterns to determine the optimal tank capacity.
  • Assess any unique site requirements or challenges that may impact the installation process.
Sectional steel water storage tanks
Sectional steel water storage tanks

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

  • NUCO tanks are designed and manufactured to meet industry standards and regulations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements.
  • NUCO tanks come with certifications that demonstrate their compliance with specific standards, assuring users and regulatory authorities.
 
Permissible stresses
The calculated stress in any stay and attachment and bolts shall comply with the requirements of BS 449, and any allowance that may be required for corrosion shall be added to the calculated thickness
Access Ladders
Tanks over 1220mm deep shall be provided with a steel internal access ladder. In covered tanks the ladder shall be adjacent to the manhole
Bolts, studs, nuts and washers

Bolts, studs, nuts and washers shall be in accordance with the requirement specified. Each flange bolts shall be fitted with one flat washer under the nut and the diameter of the bolts shall be not less than 14mm (M14).

Erection

Erection shall be carried out following the client’s health and safety requirements.

Sectional steel water storage tanks

Working temperatures

For the purpose of this standard cold liquids are defined as those having a temperature not exceeding 38 oC and hot liquids are defined as those having a temperature exceeding 38oC but less than 100 oC. In the case of tanks to hold hot liquids, care shall be taken in use to avoid excessive vibration or turbulence. Tanks for temperatures higher than 100 oC should be the subject of mutual arrangement between the purchaser and the manufacturer 

Permissible stresses
The calculated stress in any stay and attachment and bolts shall comply with the requirements of BS 449, and any allowance that may be required for corrosion shall be added to the calculated thickness
Access Ladders
Tanks over 1220mm deep shall be provided with a steel internal access ladder. In covered tanks the ladder shall be adjacent to the manhole
Bolts, studs, nuts and washers
Bolts, studs, nuts and washers shall be in accordance with the requirement specified in 5.2. Ech flange bolts shall be fitted with one flat washer under the nut and the diameter of the bolts shall be not less than 14mm (M14).
Erection
Erection shall be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

QUALITY ASSURANCE

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