California Off-Grid Water Systems
Pioneer Water Tanks
Water Storage Solutions for Off-Grid Living in California
Pioneer Water Tanks offer storage for off-grid water systems. Municipal water grids supply homes with pre-treated, pressurized water distribution, and going off-grid requires replacement. Pioneer Water Tanks are configurable for well water, rainwater harvesting systems, fire protection, and more.
The estimated average that a person uses is around 80-100-gallons of water per day. Some areas require a reserve for fire protection on top of daily use. Pioneer Water Tanks offer the ability to configure accessories for fire protection on top of daily needs.
Pioneer Water Tanks exclusive BPA-free AQUALINER® Fresh tank liner is NSF-61 certified for potable drinking water. Get started on a quote for a water storage solution for your needs.
Rainwater Harvesting as a Water Source
Rainwater harvesting is a sustainable water source that is legal in California since the passing of Assembly Bill 1750 The Rainwater Capture Act of 2012 (link). Off-grid rainwater harvesting provides a clean water source. Pioneer Water Tanks exceed all requirements for rainwater storage applications for the California State Water Resources Board.
Get a quote today to start safely storing rainwater for sustainable use. Pioneer Water Tanks are backed by our industry-leading 20-year warranty, so you can rest easy knowing you have a water storage solution that will last.
Pioneer Water Tanks are crate delivered and installed onsite. We offer complete permit submittal packages that include California engineer stamped detailed drawings as well as the tank foundation design for an easy process to spec for projects when needed.
Rainwater systems with Pioneer Water Tanks work well in California since they can be installed with options to add functionality to your systems, like the addition of firefighting nozzles and adapters. Pioneer Water Tanks store the rainwater within the BPA-free, NSF-61 certified for drinking water AQUALINER® Fresh tank liner. The liner storing the water is protected within the Zincalume® Steel tank body that is certified to withstand fire immersion and last without corrosion 200% longer than galvanized steel.
Pioneer Water Tanks are the longest-lasting rainwater storage tank, and we include our 20-year warranty to back it. Our systems are delivered in a crate for onsite installation, even in the most rural of areas in California.
Pioneer Water Tanks keep water easily accessible fresh, clean, and safe worldwide. Get started on your clean water storage solution for a rainwater system.
ONLY PIONEER HAS OVER 30-YEARS OF PROVIDING…
1. The AQUALINER® Fresh, the only antimicrobial tank liner in the world.
2. The PIONEER V-LOCK® tank wall profile provides the strength of corrugated steel and maintains support for the liner while minimizing stress.
3. The industry-leading 20–year conditional warranty on the tank and liner.
4. The heavy-duty roof truss system, manufactured for extreme conditions.
5. Our standard accessories and commercial upgrades expand the functionality of your tank.
Clean Water Storage Tanks
Pioneer Water Tanks are approved for use in California for fire protection and drinking water storage. Combining several uses into one dual-use water tank saves money as compared to buying two separate water storage systems. Our standpipe or external fitting options diverts the additional water supply to ensure that it doesn’t affect the required mandated usable water capacity for fire protection. We offer commercial accessory options to comply with local requirements.
Cost-effective dual purpose tank for multiple water needs
Complies with NFPA requirements for fire protection water tanks
NSF-61 Certified AQUALINER® Fresh tank liner keeps water fresh and clean (learn more)
PIONEER FIRE PROTECTION WATER STORAGE
Pioneer Water Tanks are engineered to NFPA standards for water storage for fire protection. The tank body and roof are made of Zincalume® Steel, which is proven to withstand fire immersion. The tank’s firefighting adapters and nozzles are compatible with fire hoses across North America. Pioneer Water Tanks can be configured for cyclonic and seismic conditions, as well as heavy industrial zones. Additional accessories are available for different compliance needs. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
Fire Protection Tanks range from 7 to 11 feet in height with gross capacities ranging from 10,000 gallons to 1,000,000 gallons to accomplish your compliance needs.
Complete Project Management, We Help with Permitting
Pioneer Water Tanks are delivered to and built directly at the project site without the use of cranes, which reduces the overall project cost and allows for the most flexibility in adapting to the site’s installation requirements.
WATER STORAGE FOR FIRE PROTECTION
Pioneer Water Tanks are engineered to NFPA standards for water storage for fire protection. The tank body and roof are made of Zincalume® Steel, which is proven to withstand fire immersion. The tank’s firefighting adapters and nozzles are compatible with fire hoses across North America.
Pioneer Water Tanks can be configured for cyclonic and seismic conditions, as well as heavy industrial zones. Additional accessories are available for different compliance needs. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE IN PIONEER WATER TANKS
HEAVY-DUTY TRUSSES
Our exclusively engineered trusses are hot-dipped galvanized steel equipped with a swivel foot. As a result, it provides optimal movement in your tank in extreme conditions. As your tank adapts to external conditions, you can rest easy your tank won’t fail when you need it most.
HIGH TENSILE BOLTS
Specifically engineered for strength and durability, our bolts are galvanized high tensile 8.8 grade. Not only are they hardened and super strong, but they are also the most resistant bolt on the market to shear under pressure.
PIONEER V-LOCK®
Our exclusive PIONEER V-LOCK® is specifically engineered to maximize the strength of corrugated steel without damaging or stretching your liner when molded to the tank wall. Independent testing proves that the PIONEER V-LOCK® provides the ultimate shock absorption to prevent movement or sinking.
FIRE HOSE FITTINGS
Be ready for fire emergencies with our fast, convenient firefighting valve options. Outfit your tank with anti-vortex fittings and firefighting adapters for quick access during a fire emergency.
ZINCALUME® STEEL IS TESTED AND PROVEN TO LAST LONGER
Only the highest quality Zincalume® and Colorbond® steel are used in Pioneer Water Tanks, providing unmatched durability that no other tank manufacturer can offer- that’s why Pioneer Tanks last longer than any other brand. Pioneer Water Tanks come standard in Zincalume® Steel with your option of upgrading to a wide selection of Colorbond® steel color options.
Next-generation ZINCALUME® steel AM125 introduces magnesium into the aluminum-zinc alloy coating, which improves galvanic protection by activating the aluminum. The result is more effective corrosion resistance. BlueScope Steel research and testing have found that the addition of 2% magnesium is the optimum level of corrosion performance and coating integrity. Along with a capital investment of over $100 million to facilitate the required manufacturing capability, BlueScope Steel can now produce next-generation ZINCALUME® steel AM125 with even greater durability and a more efficient protective coating mass.
To ensure the durability and reputation of next-generation ZINCALUME® steel, BlueScope Steel conducted a comprehensive testing program that included a series of accelerated laboratory corrosion tests as well as a strong emphasis on real-world outdoor exposure tests. A thorough and rigorous testing program ensured that the new product provided optimum performance.
Pioneer Water Tanks, AQUALINER® Fresh antimicrobial tank liner is a world’s first to keep your water fresher, for longer.
For families across the world relying on the quality of tank water for their daily use and consumption, this means for the first time, being able to enjoy the additional peace of mind that comes with fresher, purer and cleaner water, thanks to the use of antimicrobial technology on the inside lining of Pioneer water tanks.
The AQUALINER® Fresh is manufactured utilizing a patented three-layer process that adheres to a PP Multifilament Base with a Polyethylene Film on the surface.
The PP base, PP/PE Coating, and PE Film are all bound together through a process called Extrusion Coating.
The PP Multifilament Base provides strength, flexibility, and dimensional stability.
The PE Film provides toughness, water-resistance, and heat seal characteristics.
Sanitized Technology is inherent in the Black Polyethylene Film that touches the water.
“The AQUALINER® Fresh tank liner is the culmination of Pioneer’s 30 years’ local and international experience in water storage and a result of our continuous drive to improve the way we store water for the benefit of our customers. Water quality is an important global issue and we know it’s one of the most important factors people consider when buying a water tank” said Daniel Wyatt, General Manager, Pioneer Water Tanks.
Ensuring the quality of your water is incredibly important!
Pioneer Water Tanks Foundations
The foundation for Pioneer Water Tanks depends on the location and application of the water storage project. Pioneer Water Tanks may have the option to sit on a clean sand pad base or may be required to be anchored to a concrete ring beam depending on the local authority.
This short video shows a concrete ring beam being installed for a 51,785-Gallon Pioneer Water Tank in Nothern California.
The ring beam drawings specify the size, number and spacing of the reinforcing bars and ligatures to be used as well as the MPA rating for the concrete. Ring beams should be as level as possible and have no more than +/- 1/16” over any 5’0” (+/- 2mm over any 2m) of the circumference at the tank wall position and +/- 1/8” (+/- 4mm) over the entire ring beam. A survey chart will need to be completed and returned to your local installer for approval before the construction is started.
