Why You Should Not Buy Used Stainless Steel Tanks

Stainless steel is undoubtedly one of the best choices when it comes to storing and processing any type of product, especially ones that need to be stored in food grade, medical grade or pharmaceutical grade materials. Stainless steel tanks are incredibly durable, offer rust and corrosion resistance, can operate in cold and hot extremes, and are completely recyclable making them a great solution for your facilities needs. There is a wide range of uses for stainless steel tanks but it is important to understand how they can affect the quality of your product if they are not properly maintained. If you’re thinking about adding these valuable additions to your facilities, consider the following information when deciding if you should buy a used stainless steel tank or a new stainless steel tank.

Unknown History of the Tank

While you may be saving money on the initial cost of a tank if you buy used, without knowing the history of the tank you can wind up losing far more than your investment. There are many important factors that play into the longevity and integrity of a stainless steel tank such as proper cleaning, maintenance and inspections. Oftentimes it is difficult to discern how long the tank has been in use prior to you purchasing it. Additionally, the type of use it incurred and the type of products it was holding all play a direct factor in the quality of the used tank and can sometimes render it useless. Certain materials can cause damage to the stainless steel such as steel pads or other abrasive materials, while certain cleaners can affect the integrity of the tank, and/or leave deposits behind. When buying a used tank you run the risk of getting a tank that has not properly been cared for and will end up contaminating your product, costing you more in the long run.

Perks of Buying a New Stainless Steel Tank

Buying a new stainless steel tank may cost you more upfront but there are many perks to consider when compared to buying a used tank. Below are just two of the main benefits to buying a new stainless steel tank.

1. Customization
   The ability to completely customize the tank for your facility is an amazing perk of buying new stainless steel tanks, this allows you to choose a storage capacity, thickness, and design of the tank that best suits your facility and it’s unique needs. In addition this allows us to customize additional features of the tank including personalized placement of spouts/taps, valve types, and finishes.
2. Warranty
   Having a manufacturer’s warranty will give you peace of mind with your purchase. Reputable companies are sure to stand behind their high quality products to make sure purchasers are happy and their product is performing up to standards. When buying used stainless steel tanks you run the risk of losing your entire investment if the tank is not performing for your needs.

Get High Quality Stainless Steel Fabrication with Ability Fabricators

Purchasing new tanks will keep your mind at ease. If you are looking to add high quality stainless steel tanks to your facility, reach out to Ability Fabricators today. We can help you customize and fully equipt your tanks for your business’s needs. Take a look at our stainless steel tanks, customizable features and other stainless steel process equipment to get started.