BITUMEN TANK
AP TECHNIC designs bitumen or emulsion tanks. We can build your tank according to your needs with the following configurations: Capacities from 20,000 to 80,000 liters Fixed version on skid or mob ...
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What is a bitumen Tank and Mixing?
Function of a Bitumen Tank
A bitumen tank is primarily used for storing, maintaining temperature, and preparing bitumen for road and industrial applications. Tanks can be vertical, horizontal, or mobile, depending on the needs of the construction site or facility.
Bitumen Mixing
Mixing (or agitation) is an essential function in some bitumen tanks to ensure consistent bitumen temperature and consistency. The main objectives of mixing are:
- Avoid thermal stratification (temperature differences between the top and bottom of the tank)
- Maintain uniform viscosity
- Prevent settling or deposit formation
- Ensure good homogeneity when adding additives or preparing specific mixes
Mixing Systems
Bitumen tanks can be equipped with different mixing systems depending on their design and use:
- Mechanical Agitator: Built-in mixer, often motorized, to ensure continuous or intermittent mixing of the molten bitumen, especially in horizontal tanks.
- Pump Recirculation: The bitumen is pumped and reinjected into the tank, creating a movement that homogenizes the temperature and consistency, particularly used in bitumen melters.
- Thermal Mixing: In some cases, the circulation of thermal oil through internal coils ensures even heat distribution, limiting the need for mechanical agitation.
Temperature Management
Temperature is maintained by heating systems, combined with automatic controls to prevent overheating and ensure the fluidity of the bitumen. Mixing helps distribute this heat evenly.
Mixing in a bitumen tank is essential to guarantee the homogeneity and quality of the product stored or prepared.