Bitumen Tanks

Bitumen Storage Tanks

Vimpo designs and manufactures a full range of bitumen storage solutions to meet the needs of the modern asphalt and bitumen industries. Our portfolio includes containerized, vertical, and horizontal bitumen tanks engineered for durability, safety, and high thermal performance. Additionally, we offer complete turnkey solutions, including tank farm design, piping networks, and heating system integration.

Bitumen tanks designed for storing emulsion-based materials are available with production capacities ranging from 50 to 100 m³. These tanks are integrated with computer control systems. They can be manufactured as horizontal or vertical bitumen tanks. A design suitable for PMB (Polymer Modified Bitumen) material can be made depending on the requirements.

Vimpo Bitumen Storage Tanks

Bitumen storage tanks are large, cylindrical tanks used to store bitumen, a highly viscous and sticky liquid commonly used as a binder in road construction asphalt. These tanks are designed to maintain bitumen at a constant temperature, preventing it from hardening or becoming too viscous to use.

Bitumen storage tanks are typically made of steel and vary in size depending on the volume of bitumen to be stored, ranging from a few thousand liters to several million liters. They are equipped with features like heating coils, insulation, and level indicators to keep bitumen at the desired temperature and easily accessible for use.

There are several types of bitumen storage tanks, including those heated by electricity or hot oil. The choice of tank type depends on the project's specific needs, including required storage capacity and temperature.

Why Choose Vimpo Bitumen Storage Solutions?

• Over 25 years of experience in bitumen storage and handling solutions
• Exports to over 40 countries
• Compliance with ISO 3834 and EN 1090 standards
• Tailored designs to meet project-specific requirements
• Turnkey delivery capabilities, including tank farms and associated systems.

Types of Bitumen Tanks

1. Containerized Bitumen Tanks

• Fully integrated design in ISO-type container frames
• Easy transport and modular installation
• Capacities from 20 m³ to 40 m³ per container
• Thermal oil or electrical heating options
• Suitable for mobile applications and remote projects

2. Vertical Bitumen Tanks

• Capacities ranging from 30 m³ up to 5,000 m³
• Designed for fixed installations and large-scale storage
• Thermal oil heating coils or electrical trace heating
• Rock wool insulation and galvanized cladding for maximum energy efficiency
• Compliant with international storage standards

3. Horizontal Bitumen Tanks

• Capacities from 20 m³ up to 200 m³
• Ideal for transportable or medium-scale storage solutions
• Thermal oil jackets and integrated heating systems
• Fully insulated with mineral wool and steel cladding
• Equipped with level indicators, safety valves, and temperature monitoring

Turnkey Bitumen Tank Solutions

• Design and engineering of complete tank farms
• Piping networks for bitumen transfer, filling, and circulation
• Thermal oil heating systems (boilers, pumps, pipelines)
• Electrical heating systems for auxiliary applications
• Full automation, SCADA monitoring, and control options
• Installation, commissioning, and training services

Application Areas of Bitumen Tanks

• Asphalt production plants
• Road construction projects
• Bitumen terminals and refineries
• Waterproofing material production
• Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) production facilities

Bitumen Tank Quality Commitment

All Vimpo tanks and systems are manufactured under:

• ISO 3834 (Welding Quality Requirements)
• EN 1090 (Structural Steel Fabrication)
• CE certification compliance
• International bitumen storage and safety guidelines