Our article about steel storage tanks explains why it is best to invest in a steel storage tank rather than a cheaper plastic tank.
About Blake Group
Steel Fabrication Experts in the UK
The Blake Group has been offering metal fabrication services since 1938. They specialise in steel storage tanks, structural steel, architectural steel and many more steel products.
6 Major Benefits of Steel Storage Tanks
At the Blake Group in Edinburgh, we specialise in designing and manufacturing a wide range
of steel storage tanks. Our tanks can be used for storing all types of liquids safely and
securely. Our range includes:
• Oil tanks
• Fuel dispensing tanks
• Water tanks
• Waste oil tanks
Here are our top 6 reasons that we believe steel is the best material for storage tanks.
1. Durability & Longevity
A steel tank is strong and robust and will require very little maintenance, lasting far longer
than a plastic tank. Damage to a steel tank can be easily repaired, whereas a plastic tank is
often unusable once damaged.
2. Environmentally Friendly
It is good to know that a steel tank is an environmentally friendly choice. Steel is 100%
recyclable and often made from salvaged scrap, greatly reducing its environmental footprint.
Another reason it is environmentally friendly is that steel is hard to damage, reducing the
risk that of a leak into the surrounding environment. A damaged plastic tank will fail
catastrophically, whereas a steel tank will not, allowing valuable time to prevent any
pollution from spreading.
3. Security
Unfortunately, with the rise in the cost of fuel, it has become a target for theft. Thieves will
always steal from the easiest and quickest option so tend to target plastic tanks. A well-
designed Blake Group fuel dispensing tank is very difficult to break into so can save you
money in the long run. Steel tanks are also less likely to be damaged by vandalism.
4. Aesthetics
A steel storage tank is not only long-lasting and highly durable but can look great too. With
a wide range of colours and paint finishes, your steel tank will look new for many years.
5. Customisation
At the Blake Group, we design our bespoke storage tanks to meet the requirement of the
client. They will be made to the exact size specified in the shape required, including
cylindrical, cuboid, or even a non-standard shape. Steel is ideal for manufacturing into any
shape and size.
6. Cost
With steel requiring very little maintenance and having such a long lifespan, the cost over
the life of the tank is often actually lower than that of other materials such as plastic.
If you are in need of a new storage tank, please get in touch for further advice from one of
our tank experts or for a quote.
At the Blake Group in Edinburgh, we specialise in designing and manufacturing a wide range
of steel storage tanks. Our tanks can be used for storing all types of liquids safely and
securely. Our range includes:
• Oil tanks
• Fuel dispensing tanks
• Water tanks
• Waste oil tanks
Here are our top 6 reasons that we believe steel is the best material for storage tanks.
1. Durability & Longevity
A steel tank is strong and robust and will require very little maintenance, lasting far longer
than a plastic tank. Damage to a steel tank can be easily repaired, whereas a plastic tank is
often unusable once damaged.
2. Environmentally Friendly
It is good to know that a steel tank is an environmentally friendly choice. Steel is 100%
recyclable and often made from salvaged scrap, greatly reducing its environmental footprint.
Another reason it is environmentally friendly is that steel is hard to damage, reducing the
risk that of a leak into the surrounding environment. A damaged plastic tank will fail
catastrophically, whereas a steel tank will not, allowing valuable time to prevent any
pollution from spreading.
3. Security
Unfortunately, with the rise in the cost of fuel, it has become a target for theft. Thieves will
always steal from the easiest and quickest option so tend to target plastic tanks. A well-
designed Blake Group fuel dispensing tank is very difficult to break into so can save you
money in the long run. Steel tanks are also less likely to be damaged by vandalism.
4. Aesthetics
A steel storage tank is not only long-lasting and highly durable but can look great too. With
a wide range of colours and paint finishes, your steel tank will look new for many years.
5. Customisation
At the Blake Group, we design our bespoke storage tanks to meet the requirement of the
client. They will be made to the exact size specified in the shape required, including
cylindrical, cuboid, or even a non-standard shape. Steel is ideal for manufacturing into any
shape and size.
6. Cost
With steel requiring very little maintenance and having such a long lifespan, the cost over
the life of the tank is often actually lower than that of other materials such as plastic.
If you are in need of a new storage tank, please get in touch for further advice from one of
our tank experts or for a quote.