Center Enamel Provides Aluminum Dome Roofs for Panama Drinking Water Project
创建于04.27
Center Enamel Provides Aluminum Dome Roofs for Panama Drinking Water Project
Access to clean drinking water is vital for every community, and ensuring the safety and quality of stored water is just as important as sourcing it. To meet this demand, advanced engineering solutions must be employed — combining durability, reliability, and sustainability.
In April 2025, Center Enamel successfully completed the supply and installation of Aluminum Dome Roofs for the Panama Drinking Water Project, marking another important milestone in our global efforts to support critical infrastructure with world-class products. The project is now fully operational, providing safe, clean drinking water to thousands of residents.
This article showcases how Center Enamel’s Aluminum Dome Roofs contribute to the success of the Panama Drinking Water Project, ensuring longevity, performance, and environmental protection.
Project Overview
Project Name:Panama Drinking Water Project
Application:Drinking Water Storage Tanks
Project Location:Panama
Specifications:
Tank Size: φ15.29 meters diameter x 9 meters height
Number of Tanks: 3 sets
Roof Type: Aluminum Dome Roof
Completion: Project completed and fully operational in April 2025.
Why Aluminum Dome Roofs Are the Ideal Solution
Center Enamel’s Aluminum Geodesic Dome Roofs were selected for this project based on their exceptional performance characteristics, making them a perfect fit for Panama’s demanding tropical climate and stringent drinking water standards.
Key Advantages:
1. Superior Corrosion Resistance
Aluminum is inherently resistant to corrosion. Unlike steel, which can rust over time, aluminum maintains its strength and appearance even in highly humid environments like Panama. Center Enamel’s Aluminum Dome Roofs require no painting or coating for protection, greatly reducing maintenance costs.
2. Lightweight yet Strong
Aluminum’s lightweight nature simplifies installation and reduces the structural load on the water tanks, while still offering outstanding strength and durability. This results in quicker construction times and enhanced safety.
3. Clear-Span Capabilities
Our geodesic domes provide expansive clear-span coverage without the need for internal support columns. This design maximizes storage volume, improves operational efficiency, and eliminates areas where contaminants could accumulate.
4. Long Service Life
Thanks to the properties of aluminum and our precision engineering, Center Enamel’s dome roofs are designed to last for decades, ensuring the long-term protection of stored drinking water.
5. Energy Efficient and Sustainable
Aluminum is highly reflective, helping to keep internal tank temperatures stable by reflecting sunlight. Additionally, aluminum is 100% recyclable, supporting the project's commitment to sustainability.
Center Enamel's Expertise in Aluminum Dome Roof Design
Center Enamel designs and manufactures Aluminum Dome Roofs using advanced 3D modeling software, ensuring precision fabrication and a perfect fit for every tank.
Our Aluminum Geodesic Dome Roofs are engineered in compliance with the most stringent international standards, including:
AWWA D108
API 650
ADM 2015
ASCE 7-10
IBC 2012
This guarantees that our dome roofs meet or exceed performance and safety requirements for drinking water storage around the world.
Innovative Structural Design
Batten Bar Design: Optimized for superior beam strength and sealing performance.
Durable Gaskets: Silicone gaskets protect joints against ultraviolet degradation and high temperatures.
Node Design Excellence: Proprietary extrusion and gusset covers ensure leak-proof and high-strength connections throughout the dome structure.
These advanced features ensure that our Aluminum Dome Roofs deliver unmatched structural integrity, leak resistance, and operational excellence.
Construction Process for the Panama Project
The construction methodology for the Aluminum Dome Roofs in Panama followed two primary approaches, depending on site-specific conditions:
1. Inside-Out Construction
Internal beams and panels were installed and lifted incrementally.
Construction progressed outward until the dome structure was completed.
2. Outside-In Construction
Where feasible, external beams and panels were assembled starting from the tank walls, building inward.
Both methods utilized Center Enamel’s proprietary jack and hoist systems, enabling rapid, safe, and efficient dome installation.
Despite Panama's challenging environmental conditions, our construction team successfully completed the installation on time, adhering to the highest quality and safety standards.
Performance After Completion
Since becoming operational in April 2025, the Panama Drinking Water Project has demonstrated excellent performance:
Zero Leakage: Thanks to the precision engineering and durable materials, the tanks and domes have exhibited zero leakage issues.
No Maintenance Required: The Aluminum Dome Roofs have required no painting, touch-ups, or repairs.
Operational Efficiency: The tanks and roofs work seamlessly with the broader water supply infrastructure, ensuring consistent delivery of safe drinking water.
Why Center Enamel Stands Out
Choosing Center Enamel means choosing a partner committed to excellence. Our reputation is built on:
Over 30 Years of Experience: Delivering water storage solutions to over 100 countries.
Certified Quality: Holding certifications like ISO 9001, NSF/ANSI 61, and more.
Innovation Leadership: With over 200 patents and ongoing R&D investment.
Global Reach with Local Focus: Expertise in managing international projects, with customized support for local conditions.
At Center Enamel, every project is more than just a tank or a roof — it's a long-term investment in community health, sustainability, and resilience.
The Panama Drinking Water Project is a prime example of how Center Enamel’s Aluminum Dome Roofs contribute to building sustainable, reliable, and long-lasting water infrastructure.
By providing three expertly designed Aluminum Dome Roofs atop Glass-Fused-to-Steel tanks, Center Enamel ensured that Panama's drinking water storage facilities would be protected, efficient, and built to last for decades.
As communities around the world continue to seek better solutions for water security, Center Enamel remains ready to lead the way — delivering advanced engineering, superior products, and unmatched service on every project.