Water Tank Employs Bold Color Palette Protective With Fluoropolymer Coating System

Wamego, Kansas, Water Tank, Tnemec Company, Hydroflon, KSNT
In October, Tnemec Company announced the winner of their coveted Tank of the Year, a 14-year running competition that celebrates the best water tanks in the nation. This year’s winner, the municipal water tank of Wamego, Kansas, beat out over 300 nominated tanks. The massive pedestal tank underwent a colorful repaint using a distinct and meaningful color palette.

Peach Capital of Missouri Encapsulated In City’s Colorful Water Tank

Campbell Missouri Water Tank, Waters Engineering, Maguire Iron, Tnemec Company Inc
The City of Campbell is a small town in Missouri. The town is renowned for its community events; Easter egg hunts, 4th of July fireworks, and of course the annual Missouri Peach Fair. Also called the “Peach Capital of Missouri,” Campbell has been hosting peach-related events since 1944. In 2011, the once one-day festival event expanded to a seven-day peach extravaganza.

LUMIFLON Resin Renews Corroded Water Tank In America’s Best Small Town

LUMIFLON FEVE Resin, Waunakee Elevated Water Tank, Tnemec, Architecture
The Village of Waunakee, Wisconsin was honored by CNN/Money as one of “America’s Best Small Towns.” It’s decidedly noticeable water tank required an update that reflected the Village’s honor. According to Tnemec coating consultant Cory Erickson, the tank’s aluminum exterior finish was nearing the end of its useful life. Additionally, condensation staining and mildew covered the lower portion of the tank.

LUMIFLON Solvent Grade Resins Illuminate Hollywood Water Tower

LUMIFLON FEVE Resin, Hollywood FL Water Tank, Tnemec, Photo by Greg Wilson, 2
Constructed in 1955, the ten legged tank has endured a challenging coastal environment consisting of elevated temperatures, ultraviolet (UV) light intensity, and unwavering humidity. The trio of harsh conditions caused delamination of the clear coat finish in areas, and necessitated frequent maintenance. In 2011, a plan was launched to resurface the tank and transform it into a colorful sea-life mural honoring the region’s significant sea turtle population.