Description
Flocea advice sheet
Pillow tank 10 m³ 10,000 litres – slurry and farm effluent storage — the right choice when the project is properly scoped
This pillow tank of 10 m³ (10,000 litres) answers a requirement for slurry and farm effluent storage. It suits livestock keepers and holdings needing temporary storage for slurry or farm effluent, with a dependable reserve that installs quickly and fits the ground.
The point that changes everything
With slurry the risk is not theoretical: an unsuitable store becomes an odour, emptying and compliance problem.
The nature of the liquid, its concentration, the storage period and the method of emptying all need confirming.
What this tank actually solves
closed storage limiting odour and the risks associated with open lagoons
a quick way to add storage capacity
membrane selected according to the nature of the effluent
Flocea advice: this volume suits a house, a workshop, a smallholding or a mid-sized buffer reserve.
Choose it if…
- increasing storage capacity for farm effluent
- having a closed solution that is simpler than an open lagoon
- providing temporary storage with suitable fittings
Avoid it if…
- the composition of the effluent is not known
- emptying or maintenance access has not been planned
Specifications to lock down
The technical figures that prevent nasty surprises
The chemical compatibility of the membrane must be confirmed before ordering. Dimensions, fittings, accessories and installation conditions are to be confirmed for your site.
- Usable capacity
- 10,000 litres (10 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
- slurry
- 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
farm effluent, subject to analysis of the liquid, its concentration and the storage 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 10 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.
