Since the 1940s, hydraulic fracturing (also known as fracking) has been used to facilitate the flow of natural gas and petroleum, among other materials, through wells in rock formations. This process is the last step in well production and involves the use of fracking fluid and a substantial amount of pressure to stimulate flow. The main component of fracking fluid is water, which can be obtained from a variety of sources, as well as certain additives like sand and chemicals.
Traditional Frac Tanks Vs. Modular Fracking Containment
Concrete Vs Steel Water Tanks: 6 Reasons Stainless Steel Comes Out On Top
For decades, large capacity water tanks have been used to store water for drinking, farming, emergencies, and even manufacturing. In many areas, like in the Marcellus Shale gas country in PA, a substantial amount of water is recycled; there, they treat and reuse around 70%. But once the water is deemed suitable for use, it needs to be put into holding tanks that will ensure the water stays clean and safe. Although concrete holding tanks have been used for this purpose in the past, they are no longer the most suitable option. Stainless steel water tanks are actually a much better alternative to concrete. Below, we’ll take a closer look at the concrete vs steel water tanks debate and find out why stainless steel is the way to go for your water tank rental. Continue reading
1.2 Trillion Gallons Of Wastewater Is Pumped Into Lake Annually
Over 75% of the United States population is serviced by centralized wastewater collection and treatment systems. They keep our water safe for drinking, and free of any contaminants that might have found their way in. Examples of contaminants are things like harmful bacteria, minerals and toxins from farming equipment that seeped into the water supply, and other such industrial pollutants.
Potable Water Tanks: A Brief Guide
Water is the very essence of life. We rely on clean, safe water to supply our body with essential nutrients in all sorts of ways. So when water is stored, treated, and used for direct human consumption, extra caution needs to be exercised.
Why Use Bolted Steel Tanks for Emergency or Short Term Storage?
Bolted storage tanks were initially utilized by the oil and gas industry for quick and temporary storage solutions, especially in fracking operations. Since large companies could boost their spending on drilling by 58% in 2017, bolted tank construction still holds a lot of value in these industries.