Center Enamel Provides Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tank for Fire Water Storage at Indonesia's Largest Tobacco Company
Created on 2024.04.01
Center Enamel Provides Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tank for Fire Water Storage at Indonesia's Largest Tobacco Company
Center Enamel has achieved a significant milestone in the field of industrial fire protection with its latest installation of an advanced Glass-Fused-to-Steel (GFS) tank at the largest tobacco public company in Indonesia. This project not only underscores Center Enamel's commitment to engineering excellence but also highlights the global capabilities of Chinese GFS tank manufacturers in delivering innovative, highly secure solutions for critical industrial safety infrastructure.
Project Overview and Technical Specifications
Located directly within the primary plant area of Indonesia's largest tobacco manufacturer, the project required robust, high-capacity water storage to guarantee uninterrupted fire suppression capabilities.
● Location: Indonesia
● Tank Dimensions: Diameter 7.64m x Height 34.8m
● Roof Type: Enamel roof
● Tank Color: Dark Blue
● Tank Coating System: Dual enameling and dual firing (2 enameling 2 firing)
● Quality Inspection: Rigorous 1500V holiday test for pinhole-free coating verification
● Tank Foundation: Embedded foundation design for superior structural anchorage
● Installation Completion Date: February 2018
Setting New Standards in Industrial Fire Protection
Standing tall at 34.8 meters in height with a 7.64-meter diameter, this Glass-Fused-to-Steel tank serves as a vital fire protection water storage facility, ensuring comprehensive safety measures are in place to protect the plant's valuable operations, manufacturing assets, and personnel.
Remarkably, this project holds a special engineering distinction: it is the tallest fire protection water storage tank installed by Center Enamel to date, making it a prominent architectural landmark and an enduring symbol of safety within the plant's landscape.
Why GFS Technology is Essential for Fire Water Storage
Fire protection systems demand absolute reliability, zero leakage risks, and decades of maintenance-free operation. Center Enamel's GFS tanks deliver unmatched advantages:
● Molecular Fusion Durability: Fusing molten glass to high-strength steel at extreme temperatures creates an inseparable bond that completely resists rust, corrosion, and environmental degradation.
● Strict Quality Assurance: Subjected to a 1500V holiday test, the glass-lined coating is guaranteed free of microscopic defects, ensuring long-term structural integrity under massive hydrostatic pressures.
● Rapid Modular Erection: Bolted steel construction enables fast, precise on-site assembly, bypassing the lengthy curing delays associated with traditional concrete tanks.
Project Summary Matrix: Indonesia Tobacco Plant Installation
Evaluation Parameter | Project Specification |
Project Location | Indonesia |
Application | Fire Protection Water Storage |
Tank Technology | Glass-Fused-to-Steel (GFS) Bolted Tank |
Dimensions | 7.64m x 34.8m (H) |
Roof & Color | Enamel Roof / Dark Blue Finish |
Coating & Testing | 2 Enameling & 2 Firing Cycles / 1500V Holiday Test |
Foundation Type | Embedded Foundation |
Completion Date | February 2018 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What was the primary purpose of the Center Enamel installation in Indonesia?
A: The Glass-Fused-to-Steel tank was installed to serve as a high-capacity fire protection water storage facility for the largest tobacco public company in Indonesia, ensuring robust industrial safety.
Q: What makes this particular installation a milestone for Center Enamel?
A: Completed in February 2018, this tank stands at an impressive height of 34.8 meters, making it the tallest fire protection water storage tank ever installed by Center Enamel to date.
Q: What quality control tests were performed on the tank coating?
A: The tank panels underwent strict quality verification, including a 1500V holiday test to ensure the glass-fused coating is completely free of micro-defects or pinholes.
Q: Why are GFS tanks preferred for industrial fire water storage?
A: GFS tanks combine the structural tensile strength of steel with the chemical inertness of glass, providing superior corrosion resistance, low lifecycle maintenance, and long-term reliability for critical emergency water supplies.
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