UK Bunded Fuel Tanks

Leachate Tanks

Heavy-Duty Storage for Challenging Liquids

Engineered leachate storage for the waste management industry. Purpose-built tanks from 10,000L to 200,000L designed to handle aggressive liquids, with corrosion-resistant construction and integrated monitoring. Proven performance where standard tanks fail.

Leachate isn't just another liquid – it's one of the most challenging substances to store safely. Our specialist leachate tanks are engineered specifically for landfill operators, waste treatment facilities, and environmental contractors who need reliable, long-term storage for contaminated liquids.

Built with heavy-duty steel construction and specialist internal coatings, these tanks resist the aggressive nature of leachate while providing the monitoring and access features essential for effective site management. With capacities up to 200,000L and beyond, we solve leachate storage challenges that standard tanks simply can't handle.

Why Specialist Leachate Storage Matters

Built to Your Specifications

No two sites are the same – neither are our solutions.

  • Exact Dimensions: Maximise your available space with millimetre-precise manufacturing.
  • Custom Capacities: Store exactly what you need, from 1,000L to 200,000L+.
  • Multiple Compartments: Segregate different liquids safely in one unit.
  • Access Options: Doors, hatches, and platforms positioned for your workflow.

Compliance Without Compromise

Every bunded storage unit meets or exceeds:

  • BS 799-5 standards for oil storage
  • COSHH regulations for chemical storage
  • Environment Agency requirements
  • PPG2 and PPG26 guidelines

We handle the complexity – you get peace of mind.

Built to Last

  • 6mm steel plate construction minimum
  • Marine-grade internal coatings
  • 20-year structural guarantee
  • Regular quality assessments throughout manufacture

The Challenge of Leachate

Leachate is uniquely aggressive:

  • Variable pH (3.5-9)
  • High dissolved solids
  • Biological activity
  • Heavy metal content
  • Seasonal volume variations

Standard tanks fail because:

  • Corrosion penetrates standard coatings
  • Biological growth blocks outlets
  • Temperature variations cause stress
  • Sediment accumulation reduces capacity

Environmental and Regulatory Pressure

Leachate escape can trigger:

  • Environment Agency prosecution
  • Hefty Fines
  • Site closure orders
  • Permit revocation
  • Remediation costs reaching millions

Our tanks provide the security and compliance you need to operate confidently.

Industry Applications

Landfill Sites

Primary leachate storage before treatment or tanker removal. Recent installation: 75,000L twin-compartment tank with automated transfer to treatment plant. Eliminated tanker movements saving £2,000 weekly.

Waste Transfer Stations

Contaminated run-off collection and storage. Example: 30,000L tank with three-stage settlement, reducing disposal costs by 60% through volume reduction.

Remediation Projects

Temporary storage during groundwater treatment. Modular 40,000L system installed in 48 hours for emergency contamination incident.

Industrial Facilities

Process effluent and contaminated water storage. Chemical plant: 100,000L multi-chamber tank enabling on-site pre-treatment before discharge.

Frequently Asked Questions

With proper maintenance, our steel tanks last 25-30 years. Internal coatings typically need renewal at 10-15 years depending on leachate aggressiveness.

We focus on new-build tanks but can assess existing installations for upgrade potential. Often, new tanks prove more cost-effective than extensive retrofits.

Tanks include sediment drain valves and jetting points. Sloped floors direct sediment to collection sumps for easier removal.

Minimum: level monitoring with high alarm. Recommended: continuous level, temperature, and pump run monitoring with remote access.

Yes, our tanks include lifting points and can be emptied, cleaned, and relocated as site needs change.

Next Steps: Start Your Leachate Storage Project

Solve your leachate challenges with purpose-built storage. From emergency installations to long-term infrastructure, we deliver.
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