Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 10-20-2025 Origin: Site
With the continuous improvement of food safety standards, food enterprises have higher and higher health and safety requirements for production, processing and storage links. The stainless steel storage tank plays an important role as the main container for storing food liquids, condiments, dairy products, beverages, soy sauce and wine materials.
Food grade stainless steel tanks offer excellent corrosion resistance, ease of cleaning, non-pollution, and long service life compared to conventional vessels such as plastic or steel tanks. These characteristics effectively prevent secondary pollution of materials and ensure food hygiene and safety. Therefore, stainless steel tanks are widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical and fermentation industries.
Main advantages:
Corrosion resistance: 304/316L stainless steel acid and alkali resistant.
Sanitary design: Polished inner surface (Ra ≤ 0.4 μ m) to prevent bacteria growth.
Temperature control: optional jacket heating/cooling.
Customizable capacity: 50L – 20000L, optional mixer and CIP spray ball.
Durability: rugged structure, easy maintenance and long service life.
The following are common Common Food Grade Stainless Steel Tank Types：
Tank Type | Description | Applications |
Storage Tank | Basic liquid-holding tank. | Water, syrup, oil. |
Mixing Tank | Includes agitator for blending. | Juice, dairy, cream. |
Jacketed Tank | With heating/cooling jacket. | Syrup, dairy, fermentation. |
Insulated Tank | Keeps products hot or cold. | Milk, beer, beverages. |
Pressure Tank | For high-pressure/vacuum use. | Fermentation, carbonation. |
CIP Tank | Supports automated cleaning. | Food, beverage industry. |
Key factors to be considered:
Material type: 304 for general food grade; 316L material shall be selected for acidic or high-salt materials.
Capacity: Select 100L to 10000L capacity based on daily production.
Structure: vertical=space saving; Horizontal=easy to maintain.
Function: heating jacket, stirrer or insulation can be added as required.
Sanitary Standards: Surface Finish, Sanitary Grade Valves and CIP Cleaning System.
The following is a brief introduction to repair and maintenance. For more details, refer to the article Cleaning and Maintenance Guide for Stainless Steel Tanks.
Cleaning with CIP or SIP system after each batch production.
Regular inspection of welds, gaskets and valves.
Avoid use of chlorinated cleaners.
Please seal the water tank when it is idle to prevent pollution.
Annual pressure testing to ensure safety.
Regular maintenance can extend the service life and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
