Vertical Cylindrical Tanks
Lowest Cost per Gallon. Safest General Storage.
50–50,000+ gallons. pH 0–14. From extrusion-wound PP (up to 200°F) to roto-molded HDPE/XLPE, a James Riggins–spec'd vertical pairs resin, wall logic, restraints, fittings, and venting so you avoid bulge, cracks, and compliance misses — and get a 20+ year life.
By James Riggins, Lead Engineer, Liberty Chemical & Equipment Supply, Inc.
30+ years spec experience. Send James the process data and get a real answer — not a catalog page.
Request a Spec Review →Pro-Tip: Most Premature Failures Trace to Piping Loads or Undersized Vents
Most premature vertical failures trace to piping loads on fittings or undersized vents. James' approach: use flexible connections with separately supported valves, and match venting to your fill/empty rates — especially on scrubbed systems — so your tank runs for decades and stays in compliance.
- Extrusion-Wound Wall Option (eliminates “elephant foot”)
- PP for Hot Duty, XLPE for Oxidizers
- Engineered Pad, Tie-Downs, Wind/Seismic Kits
- Flexible Connections, Independent Valve Supports
- Sized PV Vent & Scrubber Tie-Ins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical capacity range for vertical cylindrical tanks?
50 to 50,000+ gallons, covering everything from small day tanks to large bulk chemical storage, across a pH range of 0–14 depending on resin selection.
What causes premature failure in vertical tanks?
Most premature vertical failures trace to piping loads on fittings or undersized vents — rigid pipe glued directly to a flexing tank wall, or venting that isn't matched to fill/empty rates.
How do I prevent piping-related tank failure?
Use flexible connections with separately supported valves, and match venting to your fill/empty rates — especially important on scrubbed systems where pressure changes rapidly.
Get your tank spec'd against real chemistry, not guesswork
Send LibertyCES the chemical, concentration, temperature, and duty cycle — we'll help match resin, wall thickness, fittings, and containment.
Ready to buy or need a fast answer? Call, text, or email James directly — (559) 395-5500 · [email protected].