Collapsible tank

Collapsible tanks are used for storage of fuel, water, or chemicals and are manufactured using industrial fabrics.

Collapsible tanks are manufactured in a variety of sizes and styles, with various fabrics available depending on the liquid being contained. They are assembled using fabric welding techniques such as hot air, hot bar, and radio-frequency (RF) welding.

In contrast to steel tanks, collapsible fabric tanks can be relatively easily and quickly transported, unfolded, and deployed–features that make them a logical choice for applications in remote sites (such as mining exploration camps) and temporary installations (such as military operations).[1][2]

Collapsible tanks have been used successfully in the Arctic, where challenges such as climate, location, and logistics costs make other tank types impractical.

A number of manufacturers produce collapsible fabric tanks for general-purpose use.

  • Transport of a folded collapsible tank
    Transport of a folded collapsible tank
  • Unfolding of a collapsible tank
    Unfolding of a collapsible tank
  • A collapsible tank in use
    A collapsible tank in use
  • Draining of a collapsible tank
    Draining of a collapsible tank

References

  1. ^ "Collapsible Fuel Tanks Market Size and Growth Report, 2033". www.globalgrowthinsights.com. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  2. ^ Flanagan, David T.; Hopkins, Robert C. (1993-06-01). "Advanced collapsible tank for liquid containment". NTRS NASA.
  • US2507939A, Smith, Franklin E., "Portable collapsible water tank"
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