Internal Floating Roof
The Internal Floating Roof Manufacturer!
Lianyungang Hechang Machinery Co., Ltd everages the advantages of the Lianyungang petrochemical industry cluster and is dedicated to the field of fluid chemical handling equipment and petrochemical machinery. With 15 years of industry experience to date, the company is a professional enterprise integrating R&D, production, and sales, providing comprehensive services for fluid handling equipment, including consulting, design, manufacturing, inspection, installation guidance, and maintenance.
why choose us
Strong Technical Support
Our technical team is always on standby, providing fast and timely technical support to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.
Extensive Project Experience
We have accumulated rich experience in project implementation across Europe, Central Asia, Asia, Africa, and South America, enabling us to efficiently handle various challenges.
Production Equipment
The company is equipped with CNC automatic welding machines, CNC laser welding equipment, CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, CNC drilling machines, CNC cutting machines, and CNC shot blasting and rust removal machines, among others.
Our Services
We have established a dedicated customer service team to promptly respond to client feedback and resolve issues.
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Structure Type |
Pontoon type internal floating roof |
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Liquid Medium |
Oil, chemicals and volatile liquids |
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Storage Tank Diameter |
3m ~60m |
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Material |
Aluminum alloy, stainless steel |
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Seal Type |
Single layer wiper seal, single layer foam seal, double layer seal |
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Seal material |
Nitrile rubber (NBR), EPDM, PTFE, fluorine rubber |
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Tank working pressure |
Positive pressure: 1961Pa |
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Energy consumption reduction |
≥95% |
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Buoyancy |
Supporting at least twice the dead weight of floating roof |
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Pontoon diameter |
Aluminum pontoon: 185mm |
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Floating Roof Height |
1700mm~1800mm |
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Lifespan |
15 years under normal operation |
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Rim space (area between internal floating roof and tank shell) |
50±20mm |
Features of Internal Floating Roof
Scientific Design and Innovative Structure
The internal floating roof adopts a unique spider-web structure, with floats embedded within a radial framework arranged in a hexagonal honeycomb pattern.
This configuration provides high structural strength and excellent stability.
The framework itself produces a natural damping effect, which quickly reduces and absorbs shocks generated by the liquid medium during operation.
Smooth Operation, Safe and Reliable
The new structural design divides the vapor space into several small chambers, effectively damping impacts on the liquid surface during operation.
This minimizes shock waves on the liquid surface, ensuring the internal floating roof moves smoothly and freely without sticking or jamming.
Numerous, Small, and Evenly Distributed Floats
The floats are independent from the framework, small in size, large in number, and evenly distributed.
This design prevents overall tilting or jamming of the floating roof even if an individual float leaks, thereby improving operational reliability.
Energy Saving and Loss Reduction
The internal vapor space within the floating roof is relatively small, which significantly reduces medium evaporation, saving energy and preventing environmental pollution.
High Utilization and Excellent Antistatic Performance
With an overall thickness of only 320 mm, the internal floating roof increases the effective storage capacity of the tank.
The design ensures excellent electrostatic discharge performance, eliminating potential static hazards and ensuring operational safety.
Easy Installation and Maintenance
The floating roof is assembled with bolted connections, requiring no welding.
All components are standardized and modular, offering excellent interchangeability and compatibility.
Any component can be replaced independently, simplifying installation and maintenance.
Corrosion Resistant and Long Service Life
The main body of the floating roof is made of high-quality materials with excellent corrosion resistance and long service life.
The sealing materials are conductive, wear-resistant, and highly elastic, providing superior durability and preventing cracking.
Types of Internal Floating Roofs
Pontoon Type Internal Floating Roof:
Pontoon IFRs consist of a series of individual pontoons that float on the liquid's surface, forming a roof over the stored product.
Full Contact Type Internal Floating Roof:
Full-contact IFRs have a flexible cover that fully contacts the liquid surface, minimizing vapour space.
Double Deck Type Internal Floating Roof:
Double-deck IFRs comprise two decks, with the lower deck floating on the liquid surface and the upper deck supporting the seal.
Geodesic Dome Type Internal Floating Roof:
Geodesic dome IFRs use a geometrically structured cover supported by vertical columns.
The pontoon type IFR is usually inserted into the tank through a 24" manway. It is also the easiest to install.
Other full contact internal floating roofs, whether honeycomb, open compartment or polyurethane foam panel type, usually require specific manholes larger than 24". They also require more assembly time.
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Internal Floating Roof