Description
Flocea advice sheet
Bespoke pillow tank – agricultural liquid fertiliser storage — the right choice when the project is properly scoped
This bespoke pillow tank answers a requirement for agricultural liquid fertiliser storage. It suits holdings storing nitrogen solution, liquid fertiliser or compatible feeds, needing a dependable reserve that installs quickly and fits the ground.
The point that changes everything
With liquid fertiliser, the real mistake is buying a volume without validating the liquid, the fittings and the draw-off.
Composition, concentration, storage conditions and the filling method are checked before the quotation is fixed.
What this tank actually solves
closed storage matched to the fertilising season
less permanent construction than a rigid tank
connections suited to farm filling and draw-off
Flocea advice: this volume suits a project constrained by dimensions, access, connections or the liquid stored.
Choose it if…
- storing a nitrogen solution or a compatible liquid fertiliser
- preparing a fertilising campaign with dedicated storage
- limiting permanent construction compared with a rigid tank
Avoid it if…
- the liquid’s technical data sheet is not available
- filling, pump or draw-off have not been defined
Specifications to lock down
The technical figures that prevent nasty surprises
For this kind of duty, technical validation counts as much as the price shown. Dimensions, fittings, accessories and installation conditions are to be confirmed for your site.
- Usable capacity
- project-dependent
- Tank type
- closed, self-supporting pillow tank
- Installation
- on level, clean, stabilised and protected ground
- Installation
- no heavy groundworks, with base preparation
- Connections
- to confirm against use, pump, filling and draw-off
- Main application
- liquid fertiliser
- Prior validation
- chemical compatibility with the liquid to be confirmed before ordering
Installation: the correct sequence
- Preparea level, clean, compacted area free of sharp features.
- Protectlay the appropriate ground protection.
- Connectposition inlets, outlets, valves, pump and overflow.
- Checkkeep access for filling, emptying and maintenance.
- Commissionfill progressively and check how the whole installation behaves.
Recommended use and compatibility
compatible liquid fertilisers, once composition and concentration are validated. If your installation has to meet a particular requirement, ask for confirmation before ordering so that the right membrane and fittings are specified.
Frequently asked questions before ordering
What dimensions should I allow for a bespoke tank?
The exact area depends on the format chosen and on the fittings. The base must be level, stable, free of anything that could puncture it, and accessible both for filling and for maintenance. Flocea confirms the usable dimensions before sign-off.
Can this tank be connected to a pump?
Yes, provided the outlets, valves and accessories are specified at the point of order. Tell us the flow rate you expect, so the installation is not undersized.
Does the tank arrive ready to install?
The tank is delivered folded, with the equipment listed in the quotation. Ground preparation, protection, external fittings and any pump must be planned according to the site.
Should I take this volume or the next size up?
If your need is seasonal, regulatory or awkward to replenish, allow a margin. The next size up avoids over-frequent refilling and secures your autonomy.
Next step
Torn between two volumes or two connection layouts?
Send us the application, the volume you have in mind, the liquid stored and the site constraints. Flocea checks the sizing before order or quotation.
