The Problem:
The Water Storage Tank holding fire protection water did not meet NFPA 22 codes section 16.4. This code states 16.4.1 Where permitted by the authority having jurisdiction, tanks shall be permitted to be insulated to conserve energy.
The Solution:
RIDGLOK® Insulation Systems are utilized for freeze protection on fire water supply for wet sprinkler systems. Fire protection water storage tanks that are in colder regions are required to have tank heaters and are permitted to be insulated to conserve energy per NFPA 22 codes section 16.1-16.5.
As with all project materials and equipment, the tank manufacturer seeks products that economically meet all their customers’ needs. In this case, the tank manufacturer was concerned with:
- Speed of installation (man-lift vs scaffolding)
- Safety of installation (man-lift vs scaffolding)
- Low maintenance of the insulation system
- Long life of the insulation system
- High wind resistance
- All structural connections sealed away from the weather
- High level of corrosion protection against CUI (corrosion under insulation)
- Color matching with the facility color scheme
- Easy fast repairs
- Expansion/contraction built naturally into the system (no bands to be periodically checked and tightened)
- Quality from having panels pre-manufactured to specification
- And cost: benefit ratio
To ensure the best system for their client, the Tank Manufacturer specified RIDGLOK in the project design documents.
The Experience:
This RIDGLOK® Vertical Standing Seam Panel Insulation System was manufactured at our facility in Reed, KY for installation on a 41.6’ diameter x 32’ tall Fire Water storage tank with a cone roof used for Fire Protection at a Warehouse. The RIDGLOK® straight roof design minimizes potential corrosion points contributing to the overall performance of the system.
Project completed within the expected timeframe, despite very wet and muddy conditions.
The Result:
Now the client will have a storage tank that is meeting NFPA 22 Fire Protection Standards. The Ridglok System was installed to the tank’s exterior, providing 25+ years of protection and a 1-year warranty for workmanship.
The Journeyman that inspected our workmanship and product stated that he was satisfied with our work and would recommend RIDGLOK® Panel System in the future.
