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A Day in the Life of a Fabricator

So what do fabricators do?At Brisbane Tank Manufacturing we’ve hand picked our awesome fabricators; some have been on the job for decades and some are just starting on their journey and this mentorship type environment here creates the best crew around. Tank manufacturing involves the fabrication of various components and parts that are used in the production of tanks. These fabricators are skilled in creating different pieces that are essential for the functioning of tanks such as the ve...

From Quote To Installation - BTM Are Your Top Crew

Manufacturing tanks and installing tanks is not for the faint hearted but with over 20 years in the game Brisbane Tank Manufacturing have got it down to a fine art. From the minute we get handed a brief and specs for a design and install project we have the expertise at our finger tips to do a top quality job. Tony Robertson, owner and Managing Director leads from the helm with years of qualified and professional experience but there’s so much more to Tony than meets the eye. You see, Tony is ...

Manufacturing Pressure Vessels For Peak Performance

We have a lot of tank manufacturing experience at BTM and every job and every customer has their own unique set of wants and needs; and sometimes challenges too. Our job is to make sure we fulfill our obligations and give them exactly what they expect.  Here we’re going to talk about the art of manufacturing pressure vessels who let’s face it; need to stand up to a lot of pressure!Manufacturing pressure vessels involves a complex and highly regulated process due to the critica...

What’s Involved In Steel Tank Manufacturing?

Recently we noticed a comment on our Instagram page (if you haven’t already, come and follow us for our latest project updates and pics!) that said I bet a lot of people don’t really know what’s involved in tank manufacturing.  So we put our thinking and writing caps on and thought why not let’s tell them what’s involved so you can get a comprehensive overview of what our amazing team at Brisbane Tank Manufacturing do....

Frac Tanks Designed & Manufactured By Our Best

Tank manufacturing is a crucial industry that plays a significant role in various sectors, particularly in the gas and energy industries. One specific type of tank, known as a frac tank, is commonly used for hydraulic fracturing or fracing of wells. These tanks are designed to store liquids such as run-off water and liquid waste products. With their high-quality construction, frac tanks provide reliable storage solutions for a range of applications.We specialise in the manufacturing of custom-bu...

It’s All In The Detail - Reactor Mixing vessel for Bauxite Processing

One of our latest tank manufacturing projects was designing and manufacturing a reactor mixing vessel for the purpose of bauxite processing.The level of detail and precision that goes into a tank or vessel of this calibre is next level on every level.The amount of elements and processes to go through from start to finish doesn’t allow for any errors to be made because our job is to ensure this reactor mixing vessel does the job and not only does the job but does a perfect job. That’s a ...

The Importance of Expertise in Fuel Storage Tank Manufacturing

It’s pretty obvious to us why it’s crucial to only use expert technicians in fuel storage tank manufacturing and there’s a number of reasons why we would say this.  When we talk about choosing the experts we’re talking about teams who are qualified both in experience and technical intelligence. You put qualified by experience and technical intelligence together plus a passion for the highest quality and you have invested in the long term success of your operations as well ...

How To Avoid Fuel Storage Tank Leak Disasters

We’ve all heard the horror stories that have occurred around the world when fuel tanks leak; whether that’s fuel storage tanks or tanks onboard cargo ships etc.  The impact on their surrounding environment; whether at sea or on land can be catastrophic.  Ecosystems including plant and animal life are destroyed, our community water supply systems can become contaminated from leaking land based fuel tanks and the clean up operations not only stacks up in monetary terms but ...

Let’s Talk Tank Installation

The buck doesn’t stop with tank manufacturing!  We take tanks very seriously so that means our tank installation service is second to none to ensure the job is done to the required standards every single time. We will build your tank, have it transported and delivered and installed on site with the utmost of care and expertise you should expect. When it comes to tank installation we handle each tank with kid gloves (they are like a baby!)For top-quality installation of stainless stee...

Let’s Talk Tank Maintenance

We know we talk a lot about let’s talk tank manufacturing but we also think it’s time we talk tank maintenance too. It’s a crucial part of ensuring your tanks; from balance tanks to mixing tanks, run efficiently and can be relied on to keep up the hard work on a daily basis. Tank maintenance keeps your tanks running smoothly and our experts are able to provide advice and expertise where and when you need it the most. InspectionsProper maintenance of your tanks is crucial for the ...

Check Out Our Family of Balance Tanks!

We’re so proud of our wee family of balance tanks for CIP within the food industry and from the proud Daddy to the rest of the clan; we’re very proud of the workmanship and detail that has gone into every single one of them.  They certainly set the standard with it comes to ensuring it’s up to scratch and hits every one of the stringent food grade standards. What are balance tanks and what are they used for?Balance tanks are essential components in various industries, including w...

Everything Has Its Purpose Including Tanks!

Let’s talk tanks because let’s face it - it’s what we do best!  It’s not just our job; it’s a bit of a slight obsession with us.You have to be all over it when it comes to manufacturing tanks because there are so many purposes each tank has and so many different configurations we have to cater for.  From the type of job the tank has to do to the type of premises each tank has to be installed at; we have our finger on the pulse each and every project.  These nex...

Cheers To That - Our Brewery Tanks Deliver The Goods

We feel very privileged to work on a large variety of tank projects and every single one of them have certain requirements, industry standards and more.  In our next blog we’re going to talk about a couple of tanks we have designed and manufactured for brewery operations and what makes them tick.Balance tanks are used for brewing storage operations, and here at our fabrication facility, we proudly design and build them to deliver and install all over Australia. These tanks typically come ...

Pulling Out The Big Guns - Tank Manufacturing Style

Brisbane Tank Manufacturing specialises in manufacturing tanks of all sizes, from small to large. Our tank manufacturing team has worked on a variety of projects and have experience constructing and installing tanks to store all types of substances and for all sorts of requirements.This blog is going to highlight a couple of our larger tank manufacturing projects so we’ll share with you what they’re used to store and any other relevant and interesting info. If you're looking for a compa...

Our Stand-Out Tank Manufacturing Projects So Far for 2023 - Part 2

So are you impressed or what when you get to see just how diverse our tank manufacturing work is? We think that keeps us on our toes and we love the range of tanks we get to design and build every day.  From small to mega; we treat every job the same so when it comes to results we know our tanks are designed and built to last and do the job each and every time. Mega Tank on the move to Central QueenslandWe don’t just design, manufacture and install massive tanks like this one; w...

Our Stand-Out Tank Manufacturing Projects So Far for 2023 - Part 1

The year has already started off with some awesome projects here at Brisbane Tank Manufacturing so we’re about to show you our latest and greatest 2023 projects so far and as always, highlight our highly skilled, professional team too.Smashing out a pressure vessel for GlencoreFirst up on the bragging board, is a project we did for Glencore. Glencore is a metals and minerals mining company not only in Australia, but around the world too in countries from South America to Asia. It’s a re...

There’s No One Size Fits All When It Comes to Tank Manufacturing - Part 2

Ok, so where were we … that’s right, we're about to continue with a good overview of the types of quality tanks we design, manufacture, install and maintain here at Brisbane Tank Manufacturing.Just remember though we don’t just design and manufacture tanks; we install, service and monitor so we are here for the long term when it comes to all your tank requirements. So let’s get on with it and Let’s Talk Tanks some more.Fuel Storage TanksWhat are they used for?Well of course fuel a...

There's No One Size Fits All When It Comes To Tank Manufacturing - Part 1

In our next two blogs we’re going to give you an overview of all the tanks we manufacture here at Brisbane Tank Manufacturing; what they’re used to store, what industries they apply to and examples of who we have manufactured them for.As you can tell our “Let’s Talk Tanks” and not just any tanks but quality tanks, is our passion and purpose so let’s get talking all the different sorts of tanks we do. Storage TanksWhat are they used for?Storage tanks come in all different sizes s...

BTM - Project & People Profile 2022 - Part Two

As we approach the holiday season; there’s always something to celebrate and we think our people are a huge part of our celebration. Oh and the tanks of course.  We all know it’s been a year coming out of Covid lockdowns and other restrictions and then we had the floods but there’s always something to be grateful for.   Here’s to ending off 2022 on a high with reflections and thanks as we look forward to a brand New Year with our good bunch here at BTM.  We have some...

BTM - Project & People Profile 2022 - Part One

At Brisbane Tank Manufacturing we’re all about celebrating the big and small wins. That’s why the next two blogs we’ll be showcasing some of our smartest (you could possibly even say sophisticated) projects of 2022 and our awesome team achievements as we share some highlights over the last year or so; Here’s to 2022 - you have taught us more lessons, bonded us even closer together because you can’t say the last few years haven’t been challenging but we are grateful for all the good m...

End of Year Wrap Up With Tony Robertson

It’s that time of year when we start to reflect on the past 11 months and also start planning for the coming year.  Future proofing a business of any size and in any industry is a vital key to optimise on learnings that becomes that all important business plan and strategy.  I want to tell you about some of my highlights this year - what have been some of our best achievements, some challenges (not one to say low lights), what we’ve learnt along the way and what I’m most looking ...

End of Year Wrap Up with Milton Varghese

I can tell it’s the end of year fast approaching by all the functions and events the kids are starting to plan at school! All of a sudden the excitement is building as we all come to the end of another year full of different projects and lots and lots of learnings; let’s just put it that way. Highlights? Everyone must think that I’m only passionate about the numbers but of course; when you work in the tank manufacturing industry you have to be passionate about tanks and delivering expected...

Playing To Our Strengths | Q & A With Tony Robertson

Find out from Tony Robertson, Brisbane Tank Manufacturing Managing Director; around what makes a great team, what his favourite piece of kit is (so far) and hear about one of his top favourite projects. Name: Tony Robertson Role: Managing Director  Tony’s job is to:  My job is to oversee the whole team; from shop floor to final delivery and installation of the tanks.  I’m the main go-to for our customers to start the ball rolling and many of those customers we’re proud ...

7 Things You Need To Know About A Mechanical Engineer (check out number 6!)

After catching up with our master mechanical engineer, Somesh War; we thought you should know more about what mechanical engineers do and how crucial their expertise and passion is to tank manufacturing.  1. Mechanical Engineers have to be natural problem solvers.  Once a customer comes to us with their requirements and our estimating manager puts all the proposal and costs together, a mechanical engineer has to provide the solutions.   Each customer has their own unique set ...

Every Element Has To Work & Not Just On Paper | Q & A With Somesh

Find out more around the important role our mechanical engineer, Somesh War; plays at Brisbane Tank Manufacturing.  With an eye for detail, skill and experience; every element has to work not just on paper but right through to manufacturing and installation.  Name: Somesh War Role: Mechanical Engineer Somesh’s job is to:  As a Mechanical Engineer it’s my job to take what the client has requested and design the drawings and concept that once approved by the clien...