Our Fire Fighting Water Tank collection provides the high-capacity, reliable storage required to feed automatic fire sprinkler systems, wet risers, and mist systems. In an emergency, a dedicated water reserve is often the difference between a contained incident and a catastrophic loss. These systems are engineered to meet stringent UK fire safety standards, including BS 9251 for residential settings and BS EN 12845 for commercial/industrial hazards.
Fire tanks are categorized by the level of risk they protect. Our systems are compatible with various hazard classifications:
Residential & Domestic (BS 9251): Smaller, often slimline tanks designed to supply 10–30 minutes of water for life safety in homes and blocks of flats.
Commercial & Industrial (BS EN 12845): Large-scale tanks providing 30–90 minutes of water for "Ordinary" or "High" hazard environments like warehouses and factories.
Wet Riser Supply (BS 9990): Specialized systems designed to maintain a high-pressure supply (often requiring a minimum of 45,000 litres) for firefighting operations in tall buildings.
To suit different site constraints and regulatory needs, we offer several specialized tank types:
One-Piece Polyethylene Tanks: High-grade, UV-stabilized plastic tanks that will not rust and require minimal maintenance compared to traditional steel tanks. Available in capacities from 500L up to 30,000L.
Insulated Tanks: Essential for preventing thermal heat gain in summer and freezing in winter. Insulation ensures the system remains operational in sub-zero temperatures and limits bacterial growth in the stored water.
Slimline Models: Specifically designed to fit through standard doorways or into narrow plant rooms, making them ideal for retrofitting fire protection into existing buildings.
Every fire fighting tank can be customized with essential fittings to ensure it is "Fire Brigade Ready":
BSRT Fire Fittings: We provide a range of British Standard Round Thread (BSRT) couplings, adaptors, and blank caps (2½", 4", and 5" variants) to allow the fire service to connect directly to the tank.
Backflow Prevention: Options for Fluid Category 5 AB Air Gap protection ensure that the fire water (which may be stagnant) never contaminates the public mains supply.
Monitoring & Alarms: High and low-level electrical alarms can be fitted to alert building managers if the water reserve is compromised.
Choosing a fire water tank involves complex calculations regarding flow rates, hazard categories, and duration. With over 20 years of experience, The Tank Shop team provides the technical expertise to ensure your storage system is fully compliant with local fire authority requirements and insurance standards.
