Many industries require heavy equipment in their daily operations. Frac tanks, trucks, trailers, and more are used on construction sites, farms, oil and gas operations, and environmental projects. How do different industries utilize different types of heavy equipment?
Frac Tanks get their name from their use in fracking operations. The Oil & Gas industry uses frac tanks for many purposes including water, chemicals, drilling fluids, and drilling mud. Keeping frac tanks on-site to store materials can save time and manpower.
The type of frac tank used will depend on the materials being stored, and many job sites use multiple tanks at a time. Here are some examples of how different tanks are used in oil field operations:
From water remediation to septic pumping, any environmental project needs the right equipment to get the job done.
Vacuum tanks are mainly used for cleanup operations or septic pumping including build-up from sewers, septic tanks and hazardous waste. They can be mounted on a flatbed or truck for transportation, and use high-pressure hoses along with a strong pump to create suction.
Frac tanks are used in a variety of ways for environmental projects:
Of course, trucks and different types of trailers are used in agriculture operations, but did you know that frac tanks can also be beneficial? A frac tank can be used on farms to store water for livestock, fuel for heavy equipment, and even manure and fertilizer for fields. Place a frac tank in between fields or throughout large operations for quick and easy access.
The slope top tank is the most commonly used for farms because it is easier to maneuver on narrow roads. The slope top tank is taller on one end and shorter on the other, giving it a sloped top and shorter overall length.
Semi-tractors are also used throughout farming operations for a variety of purposes, like transporting crops, materials and livestock. The trailers needed depend on the application, such as hoppers for harvest season or flatbeds for hauling hay bales.
In addition to the common heavy equipment used on construction sites, frac tanks make for convenient and economical storage of water or fuel. Frac tanks are used in the dewatering process, which is the removal of unwanted water from working areas. This is common when a site is first excavated or after rain or during digging operations to maintain a dry and safe working environment. Pump the unwanted water into a frac tank on site for safe bulk storage, then dispose of it later.
Two materials that most construction projects need in bulk are water and fuel. Water is used for concrete mixing, drilling, site clean-up, hydrostatic testing of pipelines, and more. Instead of having multiple water trucks standing by and waiting, use a frac tank to have bulk water ready to go, then use it to store the dirty water afterwards as well. Bulldozers, cranes, trucks, and other heavy equipment require fuel. Store bulk amounts of fuel onsite in a frac tank for quick and easy refueling, so your team can continue running efficiently throughout your project.
From frac tanks and vacuum tanks, to trucks and trailers, any industry needs the right equipment for the job. Used equipment can save thousands on costs upfront, and can continue benefiting companies for years to come. Have questions about equipment, or looking for certain equipment? Contact us for more information and we can work to find what you need.