Chicago Boiler designs and fabricates storage tanks for a wide range of industries, including agricultural, industrial, municipal, and public service applications. From potable water tanks to chemical storage and fuel containment, our tanks are engineered for performance, safety, and compliance. With over 135 years of fabrication experience, we deliver tanks that combine quality construction with the custom features your process requires.
Versatile Tank Designs
Chicago Boiler storage tanks are available in many vessel types, including:
- ASME Code Vessels
- API-650 & API-620 Tanks
- UL-142 Certified Tanks
- Air Receivers
- Acid & Chemical Tanks
- Double-Wall Configurations
- Reactors & Mixing Tanks
- Portable & Skid-Mounted Tanks
- Blow-Down, Filter, Cyclone, and Water Tanks
For water storage applications, we fabricate:
- Fire Suppression Tanks (NFPA 22)
- Potable Water Tanks
- Municipal Water Storage
- Intermediate & Regeneration Tanks
- Pump Station Tanks
All water tanks can be lined to AWWA industry standards for safety and longevity.
Custom Features & Options
Our storage tanks can be built with a variety of features to fit your process needs:
- OSHA-approved ladders, platforms, handrails, and catwalks
- Agitators and baffles
- Internal coil heaters
- Piping, assembly, and skid systems
- Jacketed designs for heating or cooling (half-pipe coil, dimple, or conventional jacket)
Material Options
Carbon Steel Tanks
- Most economical choice for general storage
- Available in SA36 and SA-516-70 grades
- Can be lined with sheet rubber or spray-on coatings for chemical resistance
- Compatible with potable and non-potable water, acids, caustics, and more
- Optional coatings: powder coatings, chemical-resistant coatings, potable water linings
- Blasted and prepped per SSPC standard
Stainless Steel Tanks
- Corrosion and rust-resistant (90% of tanks use 300 series stainless)
- Low maintenance and contamination-resistant
- Suitable for wide temperature ranges
- Internal finish options: 2B to mirror polish, electro-polish, passivation, glass bead blasting
Chemical Storage Tanks
- Built from carbon steel, stainless steel, or other alloys
- Interior lined or coated for chemical compatibility
- Available in multi-compartment or double-wall designs for secondary containment
Fuel Storage Tanks
- Designed for asphalt, waxes, inks, petroleum oils, lubricants, and alternative fuels (E85, biodiesel)
- Includes emergency venting and pumping accessories for risk management
- Customizable to meet your facility’s space and safety requirements
Why Chicago Boiler Company?
For over 135 years, Chicago Boiler Company has provided custom tanks and process equipment to industries across the U.S. From small portable tanks to massive municipal water storage, our team brings deep experience, advanced fabrication capabilities, and a relentless focus on safety and quality.
The result: storage tanks engineered for your materials, your process, and your industry.
