Description
Flocea advice sheet
Pillow tank 5 m³ 5,000 litres – dedicated fuel or hydrocarbon storage — the right choice when the project is properly scoped
This pillow tank of 5 m³ (5,000 litres) answers a requirement for dedicated fuel or hydrocarbon storage. It suits professional users needing temporary or dedicated storage for a compatible fuel, with a dependable reserve that installs quickly and fits the ground.
The point that changes everything
A flexible fuel tank is never chosen the way a plain water tank is.
The liquid, the regulations, the membrane, the fittings and the site conditions must be checked before ordering.
What this tank actually solves
membrane and fittings selected according to the product stored
a flexible solution for temporary sites or restricted access
technical validation essential before ordering
Flocea advice: this volume suits a compact requirement, an accessible crawl space, a small building or occasional use.
Choose it if…
- assessing dedicated storage for a compatible fuel or hydrocarbon
- meeting a temporary need or an access constraint
- obtaining a technically validated solution before manufacture
Avoid it if…
- the product to be stored has not been precisely identified
- the regulatory obligations applying to the site have not been clarified
Specifications to lock down
The technical figures that prevent nasty surprises
For this duty, Flocea must validate compatibility before any purchase proceeds. Dimensions, fittings, accessories and installation conditions are to be confirmed for your site.
- Usable capacity
- 5,000 litres (5 m³)
- 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
- hydrocarbon
- 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
fuels and hydrocarbons only after technical validation of the liquid, the regulations and the site conditions. 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
How much space does a 5 m³ pillow tank need?
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.
