Composite Elevated Storage Tank (CET)

DEFINITION: An elevated welded carbon-steel water storage tank supported by a large diameter steel-reinforced
concrete support tower that extends vertically from the steel-reinforced concrete foundation as a circular concrete
support structure/wall and has special horizontal and vertical rustication patterns formed into the exterior of the
tower.

POSITIVE USES (when it's best)

Most modern style, some believe the most aesthetically pleasing, and others feel the securest with least
liability
Areas where future repainting is either limited or more frequent (tight sights or salty environment)
Most common & typically most economical style in capacities greater that 1,000,000 gallons

HIGHLIGHTS & ADVANTAGES (over other styles)

The Composite Elevated Tank is an attractive, low maintenance and durable structure combining an efficient
use of reinforced concrete for the support pedestal and welded steel for a watertight storage tank
Cost efficiency is gained by utilizing the valuable strength characteristics of each material; the tensile strength
of steel for the water containment vessel and the compressive strength of concrete as the support column for
the tank
No coating system required for concrete shaft and thus less long-term maintenance (reduced surface area for
painting)
Interior ladders and piping protects against weather and vandalism and easily allows for pipe insulation
Two styles of typical roofs: Conical or Dome
Architectural Rustications highlight the concrete column. These rustications are placed vertically and
horizontally at the edge of concrete forms to blend concrete appearance and hide construction joints

SPECIAL FEATURES (bonus part of asset)

Unauthorized access to the tank contents and vandal's graffiti are eliminated by pad-locked doors plus antigraffiti coatings available; generally used for the first 20 feet of concrete shaft.
The shaft can be furnished with a 10' or 12' wide (depending on column diameter and the owner's needs)
overhead door for easy access making it possible for the base area of the shaft to have ample storage for
valve assemblies, pumps, and equipment or multi-purpose uses such as office space, file storage, and
possibly multiple floors with windows.
Reinforced concrete pedestal support shaft offers Severe Weather' protection for nearby employees,
personnel, or neighbors as well as an uninterrupted ground silhouette (shadow on the ground).

STANDARD SIZES (others available but may be at a premium)

Reference the table 500,000 to 3,000,000

STANDARD ACCESSORIES
American Water Works Association (AWWA D107 & D102)

Steel frost-proof pressure/vacuum relief vent designed for maximum protection

(1) 24" diameter roof hatch with hinged cover and hasp
(1) 24" diameter roof hatch bolted for attachment of exhaust fan
(1) 24" diameter access tube roof hatch
(1) 24" diameter tank floor manhole
(1) 24" x 36" removable access hatch at top of supporting shaft
(1) 18" x 24" diameter manhole in base of access tube
(1) 24" diameter painter hatch at top of composite shaft
Purchaser specified inlet/outlet piping with expansion joint

Shaft-supported stainless steel overflow pipe to grade level with concrete splash pad
All ladders, walkways, handrails and attachments inside the shaft are galvanized
Rest seats at desired intervals
Supporting shaft and access tube ladders with OSHA compliant safety climb devices
Upper shaft walkway with OSHA compliant handrail
Grounding for minimizing lightning damage
Personnel door in base of supporting shaft
Metal drip pan drain under access tube
Gravel floor inside shaft

ELECTIVE ACCESSORIES
Collective in the Water Tank Industry

Tank drain for washouts

Larger diameter manholes, hatches, and access tube
Complete internal seal welding
Overhead rolling door with automatic closer
Intermediate rest platforms with OSHA compliant handrails
Roof handrail
Aluminum or custom roof vent
Cellular antenna supports and provisions
Painted logo, lettering, and custom graphics
FAA lighting
Insulated tank piping
Piping in base of shaft - bypass lines, altitude valve, service pumps, etc.
Additional free-span floors
Masonry block building in base of shaft
Overflow flap valve
High water elevation/pressure gauge
Concrete floor inside shaft
Instrumentation, control room, & cathodic protection
Solar powered or other type of mixing system
Additional security or ornamental lighting
Specialty trim or customized design

SPECIFICATIONS & STANDARD TANK DRAWING

Caldwell Tanks adheres to all American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards for our potable water
CET style tanks
Caldwell Tanks adheres to all American (API) standards for the concrete shafts of our potable water CET style
tanks
If used strictly for fire protection, then Caldwell Tanks follows the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 21
standard
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