November 10, 2013

Polyethylene animal drinking troughs make sense

Poly or plastic drinking and feeding troughs are a great alternative to steel, concrete and fibreglass troughs for the following reasons: Poly troughs do not rust, […]
November 7, 2013

Tips for installing rain water tanks

This article is from an Australian source but the tips and guidelines presented here are equally relevant to South Africa and most other countries. Some forethought […]
November 6, 2013

Underground water tanks – are they for you?

Underground water tanks, as opposed the more conventional above-ground water tanks, offer a few advantages. This is a brief look at situations where under ground water […]
October 1, 2013

Water tank stands or booster pumps…or both?

When water tanks are installed, there is often a requirement for some extra water pressure. What is best? Tank stands or pressure booster pumps…or both? Where […]
September 21, 2013

Plastic Septic Tanks: General Installation Guidelines

These polyethylene septic tank installation guidelines are generic; always check with the manufacturer of the poly septic tank to see if any specific instructions are necessary. […]
September 6, 2013

How much downward pressure do water tanks exert?

Calculating the nominal downward pressure of water tanks of known capacity is simple but do you know how the weight of the water tank is spread? […]
August 29, 2013

Guidelines for choosing the right plastic septic tank

Septic tanks are a necessity for many homes and buildings and it is important to choose the right sized, good quality septic tank according to the […]
August 27, 2013

Pressure from water tanks – pumps or tank stands?

Whether water tanks are used for storing municipal water, borehole water or rainwater as part of a rainwater harvesting system, pressure is usually required.  The choice […]
August 25, 2013

Buying a water tank? Other fittings & accessories you may need

If you are in the market for water tanks, there are possibly a number of other items that you may need to buy too, depending on […]
August 8, 2013

Steel water tank stands – read this before you buy

Water tanks and water tank stands are often purchased together; some tank stands are built from scratch on site while others can be bought in kit […]
July 11, 2013

Conditions of JoJo Tanks 8 year guarantee on water tanks & chemical tanks

JoJo Tanks have recently announced an extension of their warranty from 5 years to 8 years on water tanks and chemical tanks.  All JoJo Tanks water […]
July 5, 2013

Water tank stands – why would you need one?

Water tank stands can be made from timber, brick or steel; we recommend steel water tank stands designed by certified structural engineers.  So why would you […]
July 2, 2013

South Africa: JoJo Tanks announces 8 year warranty

JoJo Tanks are one of South Africa’s leading polyethylene water tank manufacturers and the brand that we recommend for rainwater harvesting systems and all other applications […]
June 28, 2013

Need a water tank? 11 Reasons to choose one made by JoJo Tanks

In South Africa, there are a number of types and brands of water tanks, chemical tanks and other tanks available; here are 11 reasons to choose […]
June 18, 2013

Match your JoJo water tank colour to your environment

Gone are the days when only one or two colours of polyethylene water tanks were available.  In South Africa, JoJo Tanks manufacture water tanks in more […]
May 15, 2013

Options for installing a 10000 litre JoJo vertical water tank

The basic principles for installing a polyethylene vertical water tank apply to a range of water tank sizes but become more important as the water tank […]
May 14, 2013

Choosing water tanks: What makes JoJo Tanks different?

When it comes to choosing a water tank, chemical tank or other type of tank, it is important to consider the cost vs quality.  When it […]
May 8, 2013

A look at JoJo Tanks’ Slimline water tanks

JoJo Tanks South Africa manufacture a huge range of water tanks, chemical tanks, tank stands and other products and have developed the 750 litre Slimline water […]