Rainwater tanks for water conservation; it’s their single purpose, the reason they exist, and the reason so many governing bodies reward individuals with rebates and certificates for installing them. Why is water conservation important? Because out of all the water that covers around 70% of the Earth’s surface, only about 2.5% is fresh. And even then, a lot of that is inaccessible. Don’t believe us? Google it. It’s true. Narrow that down to Australia, and we are the driest inhabited continent in the world. Don’t believe that either? You can Google that too. Narrow it down again to NSW, wh ..read more

The advantages of plastic linen trolleys for commercial laundry use, as compared to mesh or wire cage trolleys, are numerous. It is important for commercial laundries to choose the best linen trolleys to suit their needs so that they can efficiently deliver linen service to their clients. We talk about the advantages of plastic linen trolleys made from durable polyethylene, and why they are superior to wire cage or mesh trolleys. They are lightweight and easy to manoeuvre.  It is no trouble to move plastic linen trolleys around, provided of course, that they are not overloaded! Polyethyle ..read more

We’re pleased to announce that we now manufacture a 10000 Litre Round Water Tank! This fills the gap between our existing 7000L Round Water Tank and our 22700L Rural Water Tank and is a long awaited addition to our range. Just like the rest of our tanks, it’s strong, it’s good looking, and it’s made in our factory in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. Our 10000 litre round water tank is 2500mm diameter and 2380mm high, and is ideally suited to rural properties where saving loads of water is a priority. It features corrugated walls, a strong ribbed roof, lifting lugs and your choice of ove ..read more

For anyone thinking about thinking about harvesting rainwater, it’s a common dilemma deciding on the right rainwater tank size! We explain the main considerations you need to account for in order to find the ideal tank for you. You’ll need to think about your annual rainfall, roof size, and likely usage, as well as any regulatory requirements. Average annual rainfall Wherever you live, your average annual rainfall will determine how much rainwater you can possibly harvest in a year. You clearly can’t catch more rain than falls and just because you install a 50,000 litre rainwater tank doesn’t ..read more

Learning how to maintain rainwater tanks is a great step towards preserving the life of your tank. If you wouldn’t neglect your car, your home, or your own health, nor should you neglect your rainwater tank! With a little regular care, you can ensure an ongoing clean water supply and a tank that is trouble free. Installation Choosing the right accessories at the time of installation is important, because this reduces the ongoing maintenance work. A first flush device can be used so that the first portion of water runoff is diverted away, to prevent contaminants. Similarly, a mosquito proof inl ..read more

In New South Wales, all new developments must comply with BASIX requirements and obtaining a certificate is necessary to receive council approval. This sounds daunting, but it’s really quite simple and we explain it in summary in this post. What is BASIX? BASIX is short for the Building Sustainability Index. It was introduced by the NSW government in 2004 so that indicators like water and energy efficiency could be assessed. As a result of meeting practical design requirements, new residential dwellings and alterations are able to use less water and energy. Consequently, this saves ongoing cos ..read more

Five years ago, in September 2016, we launched our first rural water tank. It was built for farms, rural properties, civil work sites, and industrial sheds and featured 22,700 litres of capacity. In short, it was built for bulk water supply. Revisiting the product design features The 22,700 litre rural water tank is a very popular size, and there are several reasons for this. However, the main features people like about it are its large capacity, cost-effectiveness, and durability. Capacity. A rural water tank is a great choice for agricultural purposes like irrigation and keeping animals wat ..read more

The benefits of rainwater tanks are environmental, personal, and financial. If you’re like many people, you may not realise how much there is to gain by installing a rainwater tank. You may not even have thought that rainwater tanks have any benefit at all. We’re here to help you understand that the benefits of rainwater tanks are indeed many, as you will find below. Helping Our Environment To save water. This is perhaps the first reason you think of when considering whether to install a rainwater tank. Australia is an extremely drought prone country, and water is one of our most valuable natu ..read more

Rotoplas has recently supplied several rural water tanks for the local Albion Park Rail bypass project which is currently underway. These water tanks will be used for bulk water storage on site during the project works. With 22,700 litre capacity, these polyethylene water tanks are quality, durable, UV resistant water tanks made locally in the Illawarra. Rotoplas is pleased to be a local manufacturer delivering for local projects. The Albion Park Rail bypass project is being delivered by Fulton Hogan and is due for completion in 2022. Rotoplas rural water tanks are ideal for bulk water storage ..read more

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