Technical Advantages
Technically suited characteristics
Labaronne-CITAF flexible tanks are made from a "sandwich" of materials selected for their great resistance to mechanical abrasion and their chemical stability. several layers of PVC are coated onto a high-resistance polyester fabric. The external coating is subjected to an anti-UV treatment. The sandwich is then welded into a geometrical shape appropriate for guarenteeing the self-supporting characteristics.
The self-supporting concept defines a geometrical shape which provides a three-dimensional structure for the flexible tank, this being completely independant of any supporting accessory.
Whatever the level to which the flexible tank is filled, it always remains stable, without any additional means. Horizontal ground is the only constraint.
Numerous tests have been carried out to check the resistance of the material under precise, heavy-duty storage condition. Depending on the type of liquid contained in the flexible tank, specific fabrics are used and these meet the criteria for resistance and quantity required in each case of application.
Unique Advantages
Simple, easy installation. This is done directly on the ground once it has been smoothed, without any prior heavy civil engineering. Example: Installation of a 15,000 litre tank in 5 minutes - 1992.
Liquid is always protected against:
- oxidation
- surface drying and evaporation
- external contamination
Confinement of odours in the case of a storage of unpleasant smelling materials

Guarantee on the storage volumes.
The mathematical modelling of our tanks provides us with precise figures on the volumes introduced into the tanks.
Great resistance to materials
Test on resistance by the fire-brigade at Vienna - 1993
Modularity and mobility
The tanks can be used as a temporary or permanent measure. They can easily be transported from one site to another.
Small size, low weight
Long lifespan
Flexible tanks for the storage of drinking water and hydrocarbons have been in use for thirty years in desert countries.
Hydrocarbon storage in the Sahara - 1972
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