FAQ

How to prepare the site for the installation of a Starplast tank?

Site preparation includes checking soil conditions and making an excavation appropriate for the size of the tank. It is essential to ensure a stable and level base for the tank placement by creating a bed with level sand.

What precautions should be taken when handling Starplast tanks?

During handling, it is essential to avoid shocks or stresses that could damage the tank. It is recommended to use appropriate lifting equipment and follow the specific instructions for each tank model.

How should tanks be positioned and anchored?

Positioning should be done gently, making sure the tank is perfectly level. Anchoring, if necessary, should be done following the technical specifications provided, considering the type of terrain and environmental conditions.

What are the requirements for the hydraulic and electrical connections of Starplast tanks?

Hydraulic and electrical connections must be made in accordance with current regulations and specific technical directions, ensuring the proper functionality of the tank and the safety of the system.

How to proceed with backfilling the excavation after tank installation?

Backfilling should be done with suitable material as indicated in the technical specifications, compacting successive layers to prevent future settlement and ensure the stability of the tank.

What materials are recommended for backfilling around tanks?

In the case of tanks that are always working full (such as sewage tanks) backfill is recommended to use nonaggressive materials, such as sand or fine gravel, that will not damage the tank surface during excavation backfill. In the case of an empty full tank (such as storage tanks and water reclaimers), the backfill should be done with lightened concrete.

How to handle the presence of water during tank installation?

If water is present, temporary or permanent drainage solutions must be adopted to keep the installation area dry, preventing hydrostatic overpressure on the tank.

Are there specifications for tank installation in areas with high water table or clay soils?

In areas with high water tables or clay soils, additional precautions, such as creating a drainage bed or using specific backfill materials, may be necessary to ensure the stability and functionality of the tank.

How to ensure walkability and driveability over and around the tank installation area?

Walkability and driveability can be ensured through the implementation of adequate restoration of the area above and around the tank, following the technical directions for tank covering and protection, in case of driveability it is seen necessary to create a self-supporting slab to ensure adequate tank protection.

What are the instructions for site restoration after tank installation?

Site restoration includes refinishing the installation area, backfilling the excavation, and constructing any tank cover or protection, according to specific requirements and local regulations.

At what depth can I install Starplast tanks?

Starplast recommends backfilling the area above the tank with a maximum of 40 cm of soil, above this thickness it is necessary to create a self-supporting slab so as not to create excessive pressure to the tank.