Industrial and commercial sites are under growing pressure to manage water more responsibly. Mains costs are rising, sustainability targets are tightening, and engineers specifying for BREEAM-rated projects need to demonstrate water efficiency. If your site needs to reduce mains dependency, store harvested rainwater, or support net-zero commitments, a sectional water tank gives you a practical, long-life solution that delivers on both performance and environmental goals.
We manufacture our galvanised steel tanks in the UK. They are fully recyclable at end of life and available in capacities from 10m³ to 5,000m³. Whether you need process water storage, rainwater harvesting, or greywater reuse, we can specify a tank to fit your site and your sustainability strategy.
Why Are Industrial Sites Under Pressure to Manage Water More Sustainably?
Water supply pressure in the UK is increasing. Several water companies have flagged long-term supply constraints, and the commercial case for reducing mains water use is getting stronger year on year. At the same time, ESG reporting requirements, BREEAM water efficiency credits on new builds, and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals are pushing procurement and engineering teams to specify infrastructure that supports those targets.
Onsite water storage is a core part of the answer. A dedicated sectional water tank allows your site to capture, store, and reuse water that would otherwise go to drain or be drawn from the mains.
How Does a Sectional Water Tank Reduce Reliance on Mains Water Supply?
A purpose-built industrial water storage tank enables your site to store harvested rainwater, recycled process water, or treated greywater for reuse in cooling systems, irrigation, fire suppression, toilet flushing, or non-potable industrial processes.
Franklin Hodge’s water storage tanks are available in both cylindrical (Liquistore®) and sectional (Liquitainer®) configurations, covering capacities from 10m³ to 5,000m³. That flexibility means you can specify a single tank or multiple units to match your site’s water balance, without over-engineering or under-specifying.
What Makes Galvanised Steel a More Sustainable Tank Material?
Galvanised steel and aluminium are both fully recyclable at end of life, with no loss of material quality. That puts them ahead of alternatives like GRP, which typically ends up in landfill. But recyclability is only part of the picture.
A well-specified galvanised steel tank lasts decades, not years. That long operational lifespan reduces replacement frequency, cuts embodied carbon over the life of the asset, and means fewer deliveries, less manufacturing, and less waste. Franklin Hodge’s manufacturing processes align with UN SDG Goals 6 and 12, supporting clean water access and responsible production.
How Does Modular, Site-Assembled Design Cut Environmental Impact?
Franklin Hodge’s sectional tanks are delivered as individual panels and assembled on site. That means smaller vehicles, fewer transport movements, and significantly less site disruption compared to delivering a pre-built tank by crane.
The modular approach also supports circular economy principles. A sectional tank can be adapted, extended, or relocated as your site’s requirements change, rather than being scrapped and replaced. If your needs evolve in five or ten years, the infrastructure evolves with them.
Can a Sectional Tank Be Used for Rainwater Harvesting or Greywater Storage?
Yes. Our sectional tanks are suitable for a wide range of non-potable reuse applications, including rainwater harvesting, greywater recycling, process water storage, and cooling system reserves.
Where potable water storage is required, our Liquistore® is the only WRAS-approved tank in the range, featuring a PVC liner and meeting the standards needed for safe drinking water storage. The same modular construction approach applies across the full range, so specifying for sustainability does not mean compromising on compliance.
How Does Tank Refurbishment Support a Longer Asset Life and Lower Carbon Footprint?
Replacing a tank that could be refurbished is a waste of material, budget, and carbon. Franklin Hodge’s tank refurbishment services restore existing tanks to full working condition, extending their operational life and avoiding the environmental cost of manufacturing and installing a new unit.
A typical maintenance cycle includes visual inspections every six months, detailed surveys every two to three years, and re-lining every 10 to 15 years. We use ROV and drone inspection technology to assess tank condition with minimal downtime and water waste, so you get accurate data without draining the tank.
For sites already running Franklin Hodge tanks, our regular maintenance programmes keep assets performing at their best while supporting your sustainable refurbishment targets.
Specify a Sectional Water Tank That Works for Your Site and Your Sustainability Goals
Franklin Hodge’s sectional water tanks combine the practical flexibility of modular, site-assembled construction with the long-term environmental performance of fully recyclable galvanised steel. From rainwater harvesting to industrial process water and potable storage, we manufacture a solution for every application.
Get in touch to discuss your water storage requirements, or request a quote to get started.
