Silage effluent, slurry, and other agricultural runoff are highly corrosive and legally mandated to be stored securely to prevent land and water pollution. Our selection of Silage Effluent Tanks and Agricultural Runoff Tanks provides reliable, high-capacity, and compliant solutions for temporary storage before safe disposal.
These specialised tanks are essential for farms and agricultural operations requiring secure containment of aggressive liquids generated during the ensiling process or from dirty yards and feed areas.
Our range of silage and agricultural runoff tanks are built specifically to handle aggressive, acidic waste while meeting strict UK regulations.
Standard cesspools and septic tanks are not suitable for storing silage effluent. The aggressive, acidic nature of silage juice quickly degrades standard GRP or concrete.
Specialised Liners: Our tanks feature chemically resistant liners (VL liners) or are built from materials designed specifically to withstand the corrosive attack of silage effluent and chemical washdown.
Material Options: We offer robust tanks in GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) with chemically resistant resins, or heavy-duty Polyethylene (MDPE/HDPE) options.
All tanks supplied for the storage of agricultural slurry and effluent are designed to comply with UK compliance requirements, including:
SSAFO Regulations: Tanks meet the standards required by the Control of Pollution (Silage, Slurry and Agricultural Fuel Oil) Regulations 2010 (SSAFO) to prevent pollution of water sources.
Watertight Integrity: Designed to be completely sealed and watertight to prevent leakage into surrounding soil and groundwater.
Choosing the right size is critical to accommodate peak volumes, especially during harvest seasons.
Volume Range: We offer a wide range of capacities, from smaller tanks for intermittent runoff to large volume storage units for dedicated silage bunkers.
Heavy-Duty Access: Designed with sturdy lids and access points for safe inspection and easy access by licensed waste disposal contractors.
The Environmental Agency places strict liability on farmers and landowners for pollution caused by agricultural effluent. Using a tank that is not rated for chemical resistance (i.e., using a standard tank without a specific liner) will not only lead to structural failure and leakage but will also void the manufacturer's warranty and result in significant fines if pollution occurs.
Always choose a tank explicitly specified for Silage or Chemical Waste storage.
