Material characteristics of polyethylene storage tanks

Polyethylene storage tank, also known as PE storage tank, is an important industrial storage tank that uses polyethylene (linear low-density polyethylene LLDPE, high-density polyethylene HDPE) as raw material and is molded in one go on a rolling mold. Its material properties are significant, and the following is a detailed explanation of its material properties:

Polyethylene storage tanks have the characteristics of lightweight and high strength. Its density is relatively low, but its strength is high, which makes PE storage tanks have good pressure resistance, able to withstand large pressures and weights, ensuring the stability and safety of the storage tank.

Corrosion resistance is also a significant characteristic of polyethylene storage tanks. Polyethylene materials have excellent corrosion resistance to various types of acids and bases, enabling them to maintain stable performance in various chemical environments, and are therefore widely used for storing various corrosive liquids.

In addition, polyethylene storage tanks also have good hygiene and safety. Polyethylene material is non-toxic and odorless, meeting the hygiene standards of industries such as food and healthcare, making it an ideal choice for storing sensitive substances such as food and drugs.

The ease of processing of polyethylene materials makes it easy to make PE storage tanks into various shapes and sizes, meeting the needs of different industries. Meanwhile, PE storage tanks also have good aging resistance, which can maintain the appearance and performance of the tank for a long time and extend its service life.

The heat and frost resistance of polyethylene storage tanks is also outstanding. It can be used within a temperature range of -70 ℃ to 70 ℃ (low-density polyethylene can reach 60 ℃, high-density polyethylene can reach 70 ℃), adapting to various extreme weather conditions and ensuring the normal operation of the storage tank.

In summary, polyethylene storage tanks play an important role in industrial production due to their lightweight, high strength, corrosion resistance, hygiene and safety, ease of processing, aging resistance, and heat and frost resistance.

It has good sealing performance, effectively prevents leakage, and reduces maintenance costs.Polyethylene materials can be recycled and reused, in line with the concept of sustainable development.

Polyethylene storage tanks play an irreplaceable role in industrial production due to their wide range of application scenarios and significant technological advantages.