Center Enamel Supplies Glass-Fused-to-Steel Drinking Water Tanks for the Jamaica Drinking Water Project
Created on 09.02
Center Enamel Supplies Glass-Fused-to-Steel Drinking Water Tanks for the Jamaica Drinking Water Project
The availability of safe, clean, and reliable drinking water is one of the most pressing challenges of the modern world. With climate change, population growth, and increasing urbanization, many regions are experiencing mounting pressure on their water infrastructure. Island nations, in particular, face unique water supply challenges, often balancing limited freshwater resources with rising demand.
Jamaica, a vibrant Caribbean nation, is no exception. To strengthen its water infrastructure and ensure reliable access to drinking water for local communities, Jamaica has invested in advanced water storage technologies that guarantee water quality and long-term durability. In August 2025, Shijiazhuang Zhengzhong Technology Co., Ltd. (Center Enamel), a globally recognized leader in Glass-Fused-to-Steel (GFS) tanks, successfully delivered two drinking water tanks for the Jamaica Drinking Water Project. With construction completed and the project now fully operational, these tanks are making a direct impact on public health and water security in the region.
Project Overview
The Jamaica Drinking Water Project was designed to enhance local drinking water storage and distribution capacity while maintaining international standards for safety and hygiene. The project’s specifications required tanks that would not only ensure safe drinking water storage but also withstand the challenging environmental conditions of Jamaica’s tropical climate.
Project Specifications:
Application: Drinking water storage
Project Location: Jamaica
Tank Sizes:
φ3.82m × 9.0m, 1 set
φ5.35m × 9.0m, 1 set
Completion: August 2025 (construction finished, project fully operational)
By August 2025, both tanks had been successfully installed and commissioned, providing much-needed drinking water capacity to the community.
Why Drinking Water Infrastructure is Critical for Jamaica
Water is the lifeline of every community, and in Jamaica, the importance of robust water infrastructure is magnified by several unique challenges:
Climate Variability
Jamaica experiences alternating periods of heavy rainfall and drought. Reliable water storage ensures that communities can weather dry seasons without facing shortages.
Population Growth and Tourism
As Jamaica’s population grows and its tourism industry flourishes, demand for safe drinking water continues to rise. Adequate storage capacity is essential to keep up with these demands.
Public Health Priorities
Safe drinking water prevents waterborne diseases and supports overall community health. Properly designed and certified tanks help eliminate risks of contamination.
Environmental Sustainability
As a small island nation, Jamaica prioritizes solutions that minimize environmental impact while maximizing long-term reliability.
The Jamaica Drinking Water Project directly addresses these challenges by delivering Glass-Fused-to-Steel drinking water tanks that provide safe, durable, and sustainable storage capacity.
Why Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tanks Were Chosen
Selecting the right storage material is critical for drinking water projects. Traditional options such as concrete or epoxy-coated steel often present issues like cracking, rust, and leaching, which compromise water quality and require costly maintenance.
By contrast, Glass-Fused-to-Steel (GFS) tanks, supplied by Center Enamel, offer a superior alternative.
Key Advantages of Glass-Fused-to-Steel for Drinking Water
Hygienic and Safe for Drinking Water
The tanks are lined with a layer of inert glass fused to the steel at high temperatures. This glass surface is non-porous, preventing bacteria growth and ensuring no impact on the taste, odor, or safety of drinking water.
Corrosion Resistance
GFS tanks are highly resistant to corrosion, even in humid coastal environments like Jamaica, where salt-laden air can quickly degrade other materials.
Long Service Life
With a lifespan exceeding 30 years, these tanks provide reliable service and reduce long-term operational costs.
Ease of Maintenance
The smooth glass surface makes cleaning simple, lowering maintenance requirements and costs over the tank’s lifetime.
Certified to International Standards
Center Enamel’s GFS tanks comply with NSF/ANSI 61, WRAS, ISO28765, AWWA D103-09, and EN1090, ensuring global acceptance for drinking water applications.
Fast Installation
Prefabricated modular panels enable rapid on-site assembly with minimal environmental disruption — an important advantage for island projects.
For Jamaica, these benefits made GFS tanks the optimal solution for ensuring clean, safe, and sustainable drinking water storage.
Project Execution: From Design to Operation
The successful delivery of the Jamaica Drinking Water Project required collaboration, customization, and technical excellence at every stage.
1. Project Planning and Customization
Center Enamel worked closely with project stakeholders to design tanks that would match the community’s storage needs. The two tanks — φ3.82m × 9.0m and φ5.35m × 9.0m — were selected based on local demand, available land area, and long-term water supply planning.
2. Advanced Manufacturing
The tank panels were manufactured at Center Enamel’s state-of-the-art production facilities in China. Each panel was subjected to strict quality control, including enameling, firing, and testing, to guarantee compliance with international standards.
3. Shipment and On-Site Assembly
The prefabricated panels were shipped to Jamaica, where Center Enamel’s installation team assembled the tanks using hydraulic jacking equipment. This modular construction method minimized on-site disruption and reduced installation time.
4. Testing and Commissioning
Before being handed over, the tanks underwent hydrostatic testing and rigorous inspections to ensure structural integrity and watertight performance.
5. Project Completion and Operation
By August 2025, both tanks were fully operational, storing clean drinking water and contributing to Jamaica’s long-term water security.
Contribution to Jamaica’s Sustainable Development
The successful implementation of the Jamaica Drinking Water Project has far-reaching benefits that extend beyond immediate water storage capacity.
Improved Public Health
Safe, contamination-free storage ensures that residents have access to clean drinking water, reducing risks of waterborne diseases.
Strengthened Community Infrastructure
By investing in durable and reliable storage tanks, Jamaica has strengthened its water infrastructure and reduced future repair and replacement costs.
Support for Tourism and Economic Growth
As a popular tourist destination, Jamaica requires a dependable water supply to support hotels, resorts, and businesses. The new tanks directly support economic growth.
Environmental Responsibility
GFS tanks are manufactured and installed with sustainability in mind, minimizing environmental impact and aligning with global environmental goals.
Center Enamel’s Global Leadership
The Jamaica Drinking Water Project is part of a much larger story — Center Enamel’s global leadership in Glass-Fused-to-Steel tank technology.
Over 30 years of experience in tank design and manufacturing.
More than 100 countries served, including projects in the USA, Australia, Canada, South Africa, and now Jamaica.
Asia’s most experienced GFS tank manufacturer, with nearly 200 enameling patents.
Record-breaking projects, including Asia’s tallest GFS tank (34.8m) and largest capacity tank (32,000m³).
Certified Quality, with approvals from ISO9001, NSF/ANSI 61, WRAS, FM, ISO 45001, and many more.
These strengths underscore why Center Enamel is the trusted partner for water projects worldwide.
The Jamaica Drinking Water Project, completed in August 2025, marks another milestone in Center Enamel’s mission to deliver world-class tank solutions that improve lives and protect the environment.
By supplying two Glass-Fused-to-Steel drinking water tanks (φ3.82m × 9.0m and φ5.35m × 9.0m), Center Enamel has provided Jamaica with durable, hygienic, and internationally certified infrastructure to secure its drinking water needs for decades to come.
This project is not only a success story for Jamaica but also a reflection of Center Enamel’s global expertise, innovation, and commitment to sustainability. From Asia to the Caribbean, Center Enamel continues to prove why it is the world’s leading manufacturer of Glass-Fused-to-Steel tanks.
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