Renewal of Our Tank Farm – An Investment in the Future
CHEMIA BRUGG has modernised its tank farm, setting the course for the future: new tanks, technical optimisations, and a doubling of storage capacity ensure the highest quality and flexibility – even during ongoing operations.
CHEMIA BRUGG has comprehensively renewed its existing tank farm in Brugg. The ageing plastic tanks have been replaced with new ones, including a stainless steel tank designed for highly concentrated sulphuric acid. All tanks are equipped with an inlet filter to prevent contamination. This means that the tank farm is now state-of-the-art. This modernisation is the result of months of planning and precise coordination.
Challenging replacement during ongoing operations
The replacement of the tanks took place while operations continued. The tank farm is located in a building complex with cassette roofs. To remove the old tanks and install the new ones, the roof cassettes were lifted by crane. This complex logistical operation required close coordination between all parties involved and minimal downtime, as daily business continued, albeit during a quieter off-season period.
Despite this logistical challenge, not a single customer order had to be postponed. The CHEMIA BRUGG operations team did an outstanding job.
Technical optimisations for improved quality
The new plastic tanks for Javel are equipped with a PVC liner, meeting the highest safety and quality standards, particularly in the highly quality-sensitive swimming pool industry. The storage capacity has been doubled.
The new stainless steel tank is used for storing highly concentrated sulphuric acid. It enables targeted and flexible supply of sulphuric acid required for downstream dilution processes. CHEMIA BRUGG operates one of the few sulphuric acid dilution plants in Switzerland, allowing for the provision of customised concentrations.
A forward-looking approach
The renewal of the tank farm is more than just a technical upgrade. It ensures a long-term supply of base chemicals.
For us, it is a signal both internally and externally: CHEMIA BRUGG is committed to continuous development, quality improvement, and proactively addressing the challenges of a dynamic market. This modernisation is a testament to our ability to act even in challenging times. We are creating a solid foundation to respond flexibly to customer needs, ensure long-term success, and strengthen our competitiveness.
