As farm size increases, so does the demand for larger fuel storage. The new Westeel Opti-Vault fuel tank is a mid-sized, dual-wall tank that will get the job done at an affordable price. Made specifically for farm use, it comes in two sizes: 25,000 and 35,000 litres.
Co-op realized there was a need for this tank size. “We were servicing the small farms and the really big farm customers,” said Kimball Lischynski, Ag Equipment Manager at Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). “And in the middle, which is the mid-sized farm, the price for the tanks was quite high.”
That is when Lischynski turned to AGI Westeel. He asked the company to take a different approach and find an economical fuel tank option to help fill this gap. The result was a dual-wall tank that meets certification requirements and includes the necessary features for farm use.
“With years of discussions with mid-sized farm customers and trying to meet their needs for diesel storage, we knew we needed a larger, more economical storage tank option. And that’s what we have here,” explained Aaron Mack, Petroleum Sales Manager at South Country Co-op in southern Alberta. “With that said, we’ve also met the needs of the large producers when it comes to their mid-sized storage needs. This tank option is finally filling the gap that the market has been begging for.”
Affordable
The Opti-Vault fuel tank delivers unparalleled value in this size range, with an approximately 30 per cent cost savings to the farmer as compared to the same-sized conventional tank.
With a tank this size, farmers can take advantage of lower fuel prices by filling up the tank out of season, or when fuel prices are lower, instead of relying on weekly or daily fuel market prices. By increasing your farm’s long-term storage, you know fuel will be in the tank when you need it.
Farm Safety
Say goodbye to climbing ladders. The Opti-Vault fuel tank fills from the ground, so we don't have to climb on top of the tank. It has a three-inch bottom load, which means easy accessibility and fast filling. It’s convenient and safe to operate the tank, machinery and implements.
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Environmentally Safe
More and more farmers need to think about reducing environmental risks. The Opti-Vault fuel tank is an environmentally safe way to store fuel. The dual-walled tank helps to ensure it does not leak or sweat inside the tank.
With different regulations in each of the Prairie provinces, this tank meets the Underwriters Laboratories of Canada (ULC) certification, helping to prove compliance of your operation if regulations are enforced.
Convenience
The Opti-Vault fuel tank offers farmers reliable, safe storage on the farm when they need it. It’s on a box skid, so if the tank ever needs to be moved in the yard, it’s safe and easy to drag.
Is It Time For An Upgrade?
If your fuel tank is on a stand in the air or is a single-walled tank, it may be time to replace it. Retire any unsafe tanks to avoid possible environmental issues or spills. Upgrading to a larger tank also allows you to reduce the number of smaller tanks in your yard.
The Opti-Vault fuel tank is just one way Co-op is responding to the individual needs of farmers. “We’re hitting the nail on the head with respect to providing the full scope of options for every-sized farm customer in the market,” added Lischynski.
Co-op is excited to offer an enhanced product line with options that meet the needs of Western-Canadian farmers. If you’re looking for an economical fuel storage option, contact your local Co-op for more details.