Tanks for Small Spaces

Sometimes you just don’t have enough space on your property or motorhome to fit a large water tank. At Global Rotomoulding, we offer simplicity and innovation across our range with a number of different space saving water storage solutions.

So whether you live off-grid in a tiny caravan in the woods or you share a small urban apartment in the inner-city suburbs of Brisbane, we have the water storage solution for you!

Slimline Tanks

Slimline tanks are a popular choice for people who live in urban areas. Unlike round water tanks, they’re able to squeeze into tight spaces that traditional tanks will not fit in, like between your wall and your fence, or along your back boundary, making them the perfect tanks for small spaces. Our slimline tanks also come with extra extensions so that you can expand your tank lengthways and increase your literage to your preferred volume.

Global Rotomoulding offers two small slimline tanks:

1. 550 Litre Camel Rainwater Tank
Our 550 litre tank is the smallest slimline tank in our range. It’s made out of food-grade safe, 100% recyclable polyethylene, and is expandable to any capacity using extensions and joiners.

2. 1000 Litre Camel Rainwater Tank
Manufactured out of the same plastic material as our 550 litre tank, the 1000 litre tank offers more storage but is still the same height (1780). A simple joining system also allows the tank to be expanded to any capacity, with each section filling at the same level.

Small round tanks

Small round tanks are another great option for families who have tight spaces and small yards but don’t require as much literage as a large round tank. Similar to our slimline tanks, our round tanks have the option of being interlinked together to create more storage and are made out of 100% recyclable, food-grade safe polyethylene. The smallest round tank in our range is the 1000 litre above ground tank. Designed using the latest CAD & FEA software, the tank has a self-supporting roof design for long term structural strength.

Transportable tanks

For those that need to move water, diesel or chemicals, transportable tanks are the way to go! At Global Rotomoulding, our transportable tanks are lightweight, durable, and easy to secure to utes, truck, and trailers.

Our transportable tank range includes:

1. Small and Spray tanks
Starting at 35 litres, cartage tanks are made with food-grade plastics, and are also suitable for a wide-range of chemicals. They’re a safe, reliable and lightweight solutions for most transportation needs needs.

2. Compact Tanks
From 200 litres to 800 litres, our compact tanks are a safe and reliable solution for industrial and domestic use. They are strap mounted, food-grade safe, and are made from 100% recyclable plastic. There’s also ‘baffled’ tanks, designed to improve vehicle handling when travelling with a full tank.

3.Cartage Tanks
For those that require a little more literage without sacrificing on valuable space, our 1000 litre cartage tank is the perfect solution. Pin mounted with a hinged lid, this tank will easily fix and is UV stabilized for the harsh Australian weather. With one of these tanks, you’ll be completely prepared to haul anything, anywhere!

 

Looking to downsize or install a small tank on your property? Contact Global today, or give us a call on 1800 666 333 to find out how we can help you!

Benefits of Rotomoulding for Custom Surface Finishes

One of the many advantages of custom rotomoulding is that you can tailor the surface finish of your product to suit your needs and requirements.

 From smooth and shiny to textured and rough, rotomoulding can help you achieve a variety of colours, styles, and finishes at a relatively low cost. In this article, we take a look at some of the most common surface finishes for rotomoulded products:

1. Logos and graphics

Unlike stickers, screen printing, or stamps, rotomoulding offers permanency. No matter what size or shape your graphics are, we can emboss or embed them into our polyethylene and they will last the life of your product. Moulded-in graphics are also a great way to display any safety warnings, identification labels, or instructional messages that you do not want to wear out or rub off.

Our polyethylene products can withstand:

  • Hazardous chemicals
  • Abrasion and rough use
  • Exposure to UV rays
  • Extreme temperatures
  • Agricultural and industrial use
  • Seawater and alkalis

2. Surface textures

With rotomoulding, you can achieve a number of different finishing textures that add depth and dimension to your product. Textures are an easy way to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your products and create tactile surfaces with intentional character.

Consistent textures are reliably achieved, even in large production runs, by applying techniques directly to the mould. For example:

  • Shot-peening — tiny pieces of steel strike the surface of your mould to create textured dents and dimples.
  • Sand-blasting — sand is blasted at the mould with high pressure to create a textured or rustic look.
  • Glass-bead blasting — glass-beads are applied to the mould at high pressure to produce a smooth and glossy finish.

3. Speckles and metallics

Not only can you manufacture rotomoulded products in a range of different colours, but you can also get a beautiful speckled or metallic effect by mixing in different coloured plastic pellets. For example, if you mix a combination of grey, white, and black pellets you can effectively create a ‘granite’ effect, and if you mix greens, blues, and browns you can create a speckled effect that works well for camouflaging products like pond liners or pond tubs. Other rotomoulded products that look fantastic with speckled or metallic finishes include: outdoor furniture, playground equipment, dog kennels, large pots and planters, wheelbarrows, and kayaks.

 

Rotomoulding can also accommodate for recesses, spouts, bosses, and other unique design and engineering requirements. If you can think it, we can usually design it! Give us a call on 1800 666 333, or send us an online enquiry today to find out how we can help you mould plastic in an imaginative way.

Rotomoulding Innovations: Fan Cowl

In this case study, we take a look at the development process of the Fan Cowl and walk you through some of the benefits of using rotomoulded products in the agricultural industry.

 At Global Rotomoulding, we’re passionate about developing innovative products that meet our client’s expectations. And the Quantum Mist Fan Cowl is no exception!

What is the Quantum Mist Fan Cowl?

Made in collaboration with Trymak and Croplands Equipment, the Quantum Mist Fan Cowl was designed to improve spray coverage and crop protection on Australian farms. The fans are fitted to a tractor drawn spraying trailer with rotomoulded tanks and give farmers the ability to spray multiple rows of crops at once.

Innovative Design

When Croplands and Trymak approached us to help them develop this project, they were looking for a product that would set a new benchmark for quality and functionality in the agricultural industry. They provided us with a comprehensive brief and asked us to develop an innovative product which would meet the functional requirements of the end user.

Some of the non-negotiable requirements for the Fan Cowl were:

  • Easy assembly
  • Minimum number of parts
  • Low part cost
  • Safe to operate
  • Will not damage crops
  • Easy to clean and maintain
  • Tough rotomoulded cowl
  • Fully adjustable clamping system
Rotomoulding Innovations: Fan Cowl

Rotomoulding Innovations: Fan Cowl

Custom Solutions

During the development phase of the Fan Cowl, we had to overcome many practical design hurdles. For example, for the fan to work efficiently it relies on a tight dimensional tolerance between the inner wall of the cowl and the fan blade. This was a big problem for us because the temperatures in Mildura — where our Victorian offices are located — can fluctuate by up to 25° in a single day, making it incredibly difficult to assemble the parts together without variations.

To overcome this problem, we came up with an innovative solution! We removed all of the parts from the tools at a certain temperature to ensure consistent sizing, and then placed them in an assembly jig. We also made the decision to put some of the parts together during the final stages of the cooling process to guarantee that the individual moldings would fit together.

Rotomoulding Technology

As a result, the end user is presented with a product that offers improved efficiency and outstanding performance. Some other benefits of using rotomoulding technology in the agricultural industry include:

  • Greater durability and no weld lines
  • UV stabilised for the harsh Australian conditions
  • Lightweight and easy to transport
  • No rust, corrosion or weak joints
  • Environmentally-friendly plastic

 Global Rotomoulding are experts at developing custom-made moulds and innovative rotomoulded products. If you’re interested in producing rotomoulded components, send us an enquiry or give us a call today: 1800 666 333.

 Photo Credit | Croplands

Plastic Products for a Lighter Truck

Global Rotomoulding makes a wide variety of products for agricultural use.

Our vehicle accessories are popular with rural customers because the plastic is light, but still very strong and durable. With our rural vehicle accessories not only can you enjoy a lighter truck but products that will stand the test of time.

We also design and manufacture custom plastic products here in Australia. Follow the link to learn more about our custom rotomoudling capabilities.

Draw Bar Tool Box

This large capacity draw bar tool box is roomy enough for all your work tools with two interior trays providing extra storage. It’s suitable for the most demanding rural environment and can take any amount of knocks. Made from UV stabilised polyethylene, it offers long lasting protection for items you’re storing on the back of your truck, and won’t degrade in the harsh Australian sun.

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Plastic Products for a Lighter Truck

Grain Auger Hopper

Looking for a strong but lightweight grain auger hopper? We manufacture a triangular hopper measuring 1200x1000x400 using food-grade plastic. Compared to metal, our rotomoulded plastic hopper is much easier and lighter to transport around and, because it has smooth rounded edges, less likely to cause damage to anything it comes in contact with. It is 100% recyclable.

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Plastic Products for a Lighter Truck

Truck Water Tank

An essential item for anyone working in a rural environment, this truck water tank holds 80 litres of water and is ideal for utes, trucks and trailers. Now you can wash your hands effectively on the move and know you have a supply of water for any emergency. It has a handy screw top lid for easy H2O top ups when required. This sturdy water tank is rust and corrosion resistant, so it has a longer lifespan than metal and a lower risk of leakage.

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Plastic Products for a Lighter Truck

Tractor Canopy

Tractor canopies need to be lightweight, hardwearing and provide UV protection for the driver. With this rotomoulded tractor canopy that’s exactly what you’ll get. Designed to withstand the elements, our tractor canopies come in either small or large sizes and are UV stabilised for Australian conditions. You won’t have to spend money on a replacement product as it will provide years of cooling shade.

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Plastic Products for a Lighter Truck

For these products and more, visit our rural vehicles accessories page.