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Fiberglass (FRP) Tanks

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Leak-proof storage. Certified standards. Lightweight strength. James Riggins specifies ASTM D3299 filament-wound FRP with the right resin system & corrosion barrier to stop wicking, resist chemical attack, and survive seismic loads.

By James Riggins, Lead Engineer, Liberty Chemical & Equipment Supply, Inc.

Direct answer: FRP chemical storage tanks should be specified to ASTM D3299 filament-wound construction with a resin system (vinyl ester or isophthalic) and a C-Veil corrosion barrier matched to the stored chemical and temperature — not generic spray-up or hand lay-up construction, which has variable wall thickness and wicking risk. Correctly specified filament-wound FRP delivers leak-proof, lightweight strength with a 20+ year service life.

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ASTM D3299
Filament-Wound Standard
Vinyl Ester
/ Isophthalic Resin Options
C-Veil
Corrosion Barrier
20+ yrs
Service Life (well-specified)
Engineering Note

The James Factor: FRP That Doesn't Blister, Weep, or Fail Audits

Failures come from wrong resin/liner and inconsistent lay-up. James specifies filament winding for hoop strength and a C-Veil (or synthetic veil) corrosion barrier matched to your MSDS and temperature — machine-precision construction over generic spray-up/hand lay-up with variable thickness and wicking risk.

Product lines

Fiberglass (FRP) tank lines LibertyCES specifies

4 published product lines from 2 manufacturers, from 50 to 955 gallons (189–3,615 L). Each row links to the manufacturer document it comes from. For a specific capacity, use the tank size finder.

Published capacity ranges, resin and ratings. SG = rated specific gravity of the stored fluid; blank means it’s set per order.
Manufacturer & lineCapacityMaterialRated SGTemperatureSource document
Perry Fiberglass
FRP Tank
Custom sizes
Filament wound or contact molded FRP laminatePerry Fiberglass Products, Inc.
Perry Fiberglass
FRP Brine Tank
Custom sizes
FRP; FDA and NSF-61 approved resin options; optional dual containmentPerry Fiberglass Products, Inc.
Peabody Engineering
Fiberglass Rectangular Process Tanks - Open Top — FRP Open Top Rectangular Tanks
50–955 gal
189–3,615 L
Polyester or VinylesterPeabody Engineering, LLC — General Product Catalog (July 2026 Edition)
Peabody Engineering
Fiberglass Rectangular Process Tanks - Closed Top — FRP Closed Top Rectangular Tanks
50–955 gal
189–3,615 L
Polyester or VinylesterPeabody Engineering, LLC — General Product Catalog (July 2026 Edition)
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What standard governs FRP tank construction?

ASTM D3299 governs filament-wound FRP tank construction, specifying the resin system and corrosion barrier needed to resist chemical attack and wicking.

What causes FRP tanks to blister or weep?

Wrong resin/liner selection and inconsistent lay-up — generic spray-up or hand lay-up construction has variable thickness and wicking risk compared to machine-precision filament winding.

What is a C-Veil corrosion barrier?

A resin-rich interior layer (C-Veil or synthetic veil) matched to your MSDS and temperature that forms the chemical-resistant barrier protecting the structural fiberglass from attack.

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Reviewed by James Riggins, 30+ years specifying water and chemical process equipment · Updated