7 ways to save big $ with a Used Frac Tank
What is a Frac Tank? Frac tanks were created for use in the hydraulic fracturing, or "fracking" industry. A frac tank is a large mobile storage vessel used to hold waste water and chemicals at a well site in advance of a hydraulic fracturing treatment, or simply "frac" treatment.
A standard frac tank holds 500 barrels of fluid, or 21,000 gallons, and has valves on the front which allows several of them to be connected as required for the "frac job".
The most common tanks are flat-top with 1/4 inch corrugated walls. They are portable, and designed to fit perfectly onto a semi truck.
Below, find out just a few of the ways our clients have benefited from a used frac tank.
A standard frac tank holds 500 barrels of fluid, or 21,000 gallons, and has valves on the front which allows several of them to be connected as required for the "frac job".
The most common tanks are flat-top with 1/4 inch corrugated walls. They are portable, and designed to fit perfectly onto a semi truck.
Below, find out just a few of the ways our clients have benefited from a used frac tank.
1. Diesel Storage
Take advantage of the cheap oil prices NOW! Save money by accepting whole truckloads of oil at once.
For example, on our farm we save 20-30 cents per gallon on diesel by accepting a full transport 7,000 gallon load, compared to a smaller tank wagon delivery of 1,000-4,000 gallons.
For example, on our farm we save 20-30 cents per gallon on diesel by accepting a full transport 7,000 gallon load, compared to a smaller tank wagon delivery of 1,000-4,000 gallons.
2. Liquid Fertilizer Storage
Farmers know the huge financial implications of buying liquid nitrogen and other fertilizers in bulk. A used frac tank costs about 1/3 the price of other vertical fiberglass tanks on the market, and holds more. A tank like this pays for itself in no time. Next year, we're paying $315/ton for Liquid Nitrogen, and by accepting full tanker trucks we can get it delivered for $235/ton. These are big savings with Used Frac Tanks!
3. Manure Storage
Hog farmers are loving the feasibility of used frac tanks for their manure application. It enables the use of field tankers, dragline, or draghose and can be moved in minutes.
Here is information from Cornell about using a frac tank for manure spreading:
http://www.manuremanagement.cornell.edu/Pages/General_Docs/Posters/Draghose_poster.pdf
Click here to read about this farmer in Iowa using a frac tank for manure application.
"He uses a frac tank with a hose to pump the manure to fields within 1.5 miles, preventing hauling. "Anything I can do so people don't know there are hogs here is all the better."
Here is information from Cornell about using a frac tank for manure spreading:
http://www.manuremanagement.cornell.edu/Pages/General_Docs/Posters/Draghose_poster.pdf
Click here to read about this farmer in Iowa using a frac tank for manure application.
"He uses a frac tank with a hose to pump the manure to fields within 1.5 miles, preventing hauling. "Anything I can do so people don't know there are hogs here is all the better."
Frac tanks are becoming more popular in Ohio. This tank came from the oil & gas industry of Pennsylvania. It holds 21,000 gallons. Semi-tankers are hauling the manure from the buildings to the field. Then the manure travel through a drag hose to the applicator. The tractor runs the pump to move the manure through the drag hose.
Posted by Ohio State Extension Environmental and Manure Management on Monday, October 26, 2015
4. Environmental Remediation
Environmental uses for frac tanks are seemingly endless. Any industry that needs a temporary and portable storage unit for waste/toxic matter could benefit from a used frac tank.
5. Water Treatment
Industries needing to treat water may find a frac tank useful for interim storage. You can introduce chemicals to treat the water into the frac tank, or let residual oils rise to the top and allow treated water to come out the pump near the bottom.
6. Septic Solution
Make sure you're secure this spring. In the unfortunate case of septic back-up, a used tank is the way to go.
7. Cattle Water Reservoir
A used frac tank is a great solution to your cattle watering needs. Hold 21,000 gallons near your herd and simply hose into your reservoir. Great for our cattle ranching friends in the west.