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Frac Sand Silo Tanks Engineered for Clean, Fast Dry Bulk Handling

Frac sand storage tanks are designed for controlled material flow, minimal dust, and rapid, ground-level erection. Each unit supports high-throughput operations with proven structural integrity, corrosion protection, and compliance with recognized industry standards.

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Essential Requirements for Reliable Frac Sand Storage

Frac sand storage requires a controlled environment to prevent moisture absorption and particulate contamination that can compromise fracture conductivity. Traditional field-welded and slip-form concrete silos introduce significant schedule delays and potential for material inconsistency. The industry's shift toward modular, flat-panel bolted silos is driven by the need for faster commissioning and predictable material flow from day one.

Our flat-panel bolted silos are engineered for this specific duty. The design incorporates a full-wrap, high-performance epoxy powder coating that fully encapsulates all panel edges, manways, and base angles to eliminate corrosion initiation points. A 45° cone hopper is standard, promoting free-flow discharge and reducing hang-ups. Erection is conducted with a ground-level jacking system, a method that enhances worksite safety by removing the need for large cranes and elevated work platforms in confined spaces.

Tarsco’s frac sand storage systems are engineered, manufactured, and erected by a single source, ensuring all components align with specified tolerances and coating standards. Each installation can include integrated conveyors, elevators, dust collection, fill and discharge assemblies, and structural foundations. Backed by EPC experience in complete frac sand plants, these systems enable fast mobilization, coordinated delivery, and reliable operation across varied site conditions.

Why Our Flat-Panel Frac Sand Tanks Stand Out

These silos are engineered for continuous bulk-material operations. The design keeps the sand moving cleanly, the air clearer, and the downtime short. Flat-panel construction means fewer surprises during assembly and more control over the finished structure.

Fast, Safe Erection

We use a ground-level jacking system, eliminating the need for large cranes. Our crews bolt the structure together from the safety of the pad, significantly reducing high-angle work, and let us fit into tight spots where a crane wouldn't have the reach.

Coating Integrity

The epoxy powder coating is a full-wrap, baked-on armor that gets into every seam and covers every edge of the panel. No exposed steel surfaces where corrosion typically initiates.

Smooth, Reliable Flow

The 45° cone at the bottom keeps sand moving the way it should. Prevents bridging and dead zones, no wasted time knocking on the side to get things going. It’s a simple shape that works, proven across multiple sites.

Modular & Relocatable

If you need to move next season, the silo moves with you. The bolted design means you can break it down, truck it to the next pad, and bolt it back together. It's not a permanent fixture, which gives your investment a lot more flexibility down the road.

Integrated Systems

A silo isn't much use without the gear to fill and empty it. We design the entire package, including the dust collector, fill lines, and discharge hardware, to work as one system. That integration is what keeps dust contained and material moving without interruptions.

Lifecycle Value

Between the durable coating that cuts down on maintenance, the structural integrity that prevents downtime, and the ability to relocate, the total cost of owning one of our frac sand silos represents a stronger long-term value. It's an asset, not just an expense.

Proven Frac Sand Projects

Tarsco has delivered frac sand storage tanks for terminals, plant expansions, and pad sites operating under tight schedules and strict safety requirements. Each installation reflects coordinated design, controlled material flow, and field-proven construction methods that reduce downtime during commissioning. View project details to see how these engineered systems perform under real operating loads and field constraints.

Subcategories

Acids & Caustics

Corrosion-resistant bolted tanks for acidic and caustic service. Material and lining options, gasketing, vents, and overfill protection engineered to spec.

Aeration Tanks

Steel aeration tank systems with mixers, baffles, and access. Rugged coatings and precision assembly for efficient biological treatment.

Anaerobic Digester

Engineered anaerobic digester tanks for biogas and waste-to-energy. Robust linings, gas management, and turnkey erection for reliable performance.

Bio Energy

Bolted steel biodiesel storage tank solutions for producers and terminals. Clean interiors, chemical-resistant coatings—your biodiesel tank delivered turnkey.

Bio Mass Storage

Bolted steel tanks for biomass storage and processing. Engineered coatings, stainless options, ventilation, and accessories—designed for safe, efficient operations.

Cement Storage

High-capacity bolted silos for cement plants and terminals—precision fit-up, rugged coatings, and turnkey install to keep material moving.

Chemical Storage

Tanks for chemical storage - engineered, coated, and installed by in-house crews. Foundations, supports, and accessories provided turnkey to major codes and standards.

Drilling Fluid

Engineered mud tanks for drilling fluid storage and conditioning. Durable construction, quick setup, and accessories to streamline circulation and maintenance.

Equalization Tanks

Flow-balancing equalization tank solutions for treatment plants. Corrosion-resistant bolted steel with mixers, baffles, and level control.

Ethanol storage tank

Corrosion-resistant bolted tanks for ethanol and process water—engineered seals, vents, and accessories for safe storage and dependable performance.

Fire Protection Water Storage

Bolted steel firewater tanks engineered for reliability and code compliance—foundations, vents, level control, and testing delivered turnkey.

Fly Ash and Pozzalin Storage

Engineered dry bulk silos with hopper options, level monitoring, and safe access - fabricated, delivered, and erected to spec and schedule.

Food Storage

Certified food grade tanks for ingredients and finished goods. Stainless and coated steel options with sanitary fittings and rapid field assembly.

Frac Sand Silo

Corrosion-resistant bolted tanks for ethanol and process water - engineered seals, vents, and accessories for safe storage and dependable performance.

Fuel & Petroleum Storage (+Petrochemical)

Steel fuel tank solutions for diesel and petroleum service. Corrosion-resistant coatings, vents, level control, and turnkey installation for terminals and plants.

Grain Storage

Precision-built grain silo systems with safe access and ventilation. Engineered for clean, efficient grain storage and fast, reliable erection.

Industrial

Bolted steel industrial tanks for water, chemicals, utilities, and process storage. Proven coatings, safe access, and turnkey engineering-to-erection support.

Landfill Leachate

Bolted tanks for leachate collection and equalization. Chemical-resistant coatings, secondary containment, and accessories for safe, compliant storage.

Lime and Limestone Storage

Rugged, coated bolted silos tailored for lime handling systems. Precision assembly, safe access, and turnkey installation services.

Liquified Natural Gas

Bolted tanks for Liquified Natural Gas, LNG facilities’ utilities and treatment systems - engineered foundations, accessories, and turnkey field erection.

Liquor Storage Tanks

Custom-engineered liquor storage tanks for distilleries - sanitary, food-grade construction with 304/316L stainless options, vapor-tight seals, and custom sizing.

Mineral Storage Tanks

Bolted tanks for mineral storage with matched fill/discharge equipment and fluidized flow for predictable unloading—engineered for North American projects.

Municipal Water Tanks

Trusted municipal water storage tanks for cities and utilities. Precision-fit bolted designs, QA/QC, and turnkey installation to meet demand.

Plastic Resin Storage

Epoxy-coated bolted silos for pellets/resins with custom capacities and hopper slopes, engineered for clean flow and efficient loading/unloading.

Potable Water

Hygienic potable water tank systems with compliant linings, vents, and accessories. Rapid installation and long-term performance for drinking water service.

Power Plant Solutions Liquid Storage

Power plant tank systems for demin, firewater, wastewater, and process liquids. Integrate with your balance-of-plant needs; power plant silo options for dry bulk.

Pulp & Paper

Purpose-built tanks for pulp & paper - from agitation and stock chests to process storage - supporting continuous circulation, even flows, and reliable plant operations.

Slurry Tanks

Bolted tanks built for abrasive slurries with mixers, baffles, and wear-resistant linings. Engineered seals and robust coatings for long service life.

Vegetable Oil Storage

Certified food grade tanks for vegetable oil. Stainless and coated steel options with sanitary fittings and rapid field assembly.

Wastewater Storage

Engineered wastewater treatment tanks—design, supply, and erect with QA/QC, testing, and accessories to support continuous operations.

Wastewater Treatment Storage

Engineered wastewater treatment tanks—design, supply, and erect with QA/QC, testing, and accessories to support continuous operations.

Water Treatment

Bolted steel water treatment tank systems for filtration, softening, and process storage. Durable coatings, precise fit-up, and turnkey delivery.

Wineries & Vineyards Tanks

Robust wine tanks for process water and utilities at wineries. Stainless and coated options, safe access, and fast install to support production.

Related Industries We Serve

Our flat-panel bolted tank systems are engineered for a range of dry bulk applications with similar demands for containment integrity and flow reliability. The same design principles that ensure clean, efficient frac sand handling apply to storing other industrial minerals and materials.

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