Custom Spray Foam Insulated & Heated Plastic Tanks

Spray foam insulated and heated plastic tanks are an ideal solution for maintaining liquid temperatures, offering unmatched performance in cold climates or applications where temperature-sensitive storage is critical. These versatile tanks are built with durable materials and customized features to suit a variety of industrial, agricultural, and environmental needs.

Benefits of Spray Foam Insulated Tanks

1. Superior Temperature Control
   Spray foam tanks are equipped with advanced spray foam insulation, reducing heat loss and preventing freezing. This insulation creates a barrier that keeps stored liquids at the desired temperature, even in extreme outdoor conditions.

2. Energy Efficiency
   Heated plastic tanks paired with spray foam insulation helps conserve energy by maintaining stable temperatures with minimal external heating requirements. This makes them a cost-effective choice for long-term liquid storage.

3. Versatile Applications

   • Agriculture: Perfect for storing temperature-sensitive fertilizers or water in insulated tanks.
   • Industrial Use: Refillable spray foam tanks are widely used for chemical storage and process liquids.
   • Environmental Solutions: Designed for wastewater and sewage applications to ensure liquid flow in cold weather.

Key Features of Spray Foam Tank Insulation

• Spray Foam Insulated Tanks: This customizable solution can be applied directly to tanks of all sizes, offering seamless coverage.
• Durable Build: Made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), these tanks are resistant to corrosion and harsh weather.
• Heating Options: Heated plastic tanks are equipped with heat tracing or heating blankets to maintain optimal temperatures.
• Custom Configurations: Options include level indicators, pumps, and fittings tailored to specific requirements.

Why Choose Spray Foam Insulation Tanks?

Spray Foam Insulated Tanks insulation provides a durable, reliable, and energy-efficient way to protect your liquids from freezing or overheating. Whether you need a spray foam insulated tank for chemical processing, a refillable spray foam tank for industrial use, or an insulated water tank for agriculture, these solutions are customizable to your exact needs.

Applications of Insulation Tanks

• Water Storage: Insulated tanks are ideal for agricultural irrigation systems, ensuring year-round functionality.
• Chemical Storage: Maintain the integrity of sensitive liquids in spray foam insulated tanks.
• Wastewater Management: Spray foam tanks offer freeze protection for wastewater and sewage systems.

Custom Spray Foam and Heated Tank Solutions

BARR Plastics specializes in creating spray foam insulated and heated plastic tanks tailored to meet your storage challenges. With spray-on tank insulation and advanced heating options, these tanks are built for durability and efficiency.

Contact us today to learn how our custom spray foam tanks and tank insulation solutions can enhance your operations.

By integrating high-quality spray foam insulation and heating systems, these tanks ensure reliable liquid storage, making them the go-to choice for industries in need of durable and efficient storage solutions.

Tell us what's going in the tank - we'll build the right one.

Every HIHT is built to order. Our Custom Fabrication team will spec the certification, fittings, pumps, alarms, and accessories around your application - water or wastewater, residential or industrial, off-grid or backup.

Potable water (HIHT-W)

For drinking, domestic, and fire-reserve storage

• Certified to NSF/ANSI 61 for potable water contact
• Food-grade HDPE inner tank, light-blocking exterior to inhibit algae
• Bulkhead fittings sized for pressure pumps, UV systems, and pressure tanks
• Optional booster pump skid, pressure switch, and low-level cut-off
• Common uses: remote homes, work camps, First Nations communities, fire suppression reserves, construction sites without municipal supply

Wastewater & sewage (HIHT-S)

For sewage holding, greywater, and septic applications

• Built to CSA B66 for sewage holding tanks
• Gasketed, gas-tight lid ring with screw-down access (16", 20", or 24")
• Vent stack, pump-out coupling, and integrated SJE Rhombus high-level alarm at 75% full
• Optional grinder/effluent pump, control panel, and downstream treatment integration
• Common uses: cabins, work camps, mobile washroom trailers, parks and remote facilities, projects with no municipal sewer

How It Works: Custom Insulation for Your Project

We build every insulated tank to fit your project’s exact requirements. Whether you're storing water, wastewater, chemicals, or other liquids, we tailor the insulation and heating system to match your climate, usage, and tank type.

1. Choose Your Tank

   Start by selecting any tank from our catalog—vertical, horizontal, cone bottom, low profile, or specialty designs. We can insulate any of them.

2. Define Your Application

   Tell us how you’ll use the tank and in what conditions. For example:

   • Will the tank be installed outdoors in freezing temperatures? If so, what is the temperature ranges?

   • What liquid will it store, and what temperature does it need to stay above?

   • Will the tank be static or moved between sites?

3. We Apply Custom Spray Foam Insulation

   We insulate the tank using closed-cell spray foam, applied to deliver maximum thermal protection. Foam thickness can be adjusted based on your environment and heating needs.

4. We Add the Heating System

   We install a 120V self-regulating heat cable or heating blanket system, designed to maintain safe fluid temperatures. The heating is protected with a GFCI plug and can be paired with thermostats or heat controllers for easy operation.

5. Optional Add-Ons

   We can include custom fittings, level sensors, pump hookups, and access hatches, everything needed for your application.

End Result: A fully insulated, freeze-protected tank built exactly for your project—ready for reliable performance all winter.