Use poly water tanks for rainwater harvesting

Rainwater harvesting systems all require a receptacle for storing rainwater – underground chambers, barrels, water reservoirs and even old swimming pools can be used.  Polyethylene water tanks are probably the most practical water storage vessels.

Poly or ‘plastic’ water tanks are generally available in a huge array of sizes, types and shapes.  Compared to other tanks, such as stainless steel tanks or fibreglass tanks, poly tanks are also generally much less costly and the better quality poly tanks can last a very long time if properly installed.  Poly water tanks also generally have very little maintenance requirements and do not rust.   The transport and installation of poly water tanks is easier than heavier water tanks and are less prone to damage. The better quality plastic water tanks are usually made using a rotational moulding process so that there are no seams to potentially split.

JoJo Tanks (South Africa) manufacture high quality, rotational moulded polyethylene water tanks and other products and the warranty period has recently been increased from 5 years to 8 years.  JoJo water tanks are manufactured to the highest standards using the best quality, food-grade virgin raw materials.  JoJo vertical and horizontal water tanks are also lined with a carbon black inner lining that inhibits algae growth and keeps the store water tasting good for longer.

If you live in South Africa, the poly tanks that we recommend are made by JoJo Tanks; click on the links below to view the wide range of JoJo water tanks, JoJo chemical tanks and other poly tanks ranging in size from 260 litres to 20000 litres.