TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Horizontal Milk Storage Tank – 10 KL
Parameter Specification
Equipment Horizontal Insulated Milk Storage Tank
Capacity (Net) 10, 000 Litres (10 KL)
Gross Capacity 11, 000 Litres (Approx. 10% extra)
Type Horizontal Cylindrical, Closed Type
Application Storage of chilled raw/pasteurized milk
Design Pressure Atmospheric
Design Temperature 0°C to 50°C
Operating Temperature 2°C to 6°C
Construction
Item Specification
Product Contact Material SS 304 (AISI 304)
Outer Cladding SS 304 (Optional SS 202/MS with SS cladding as per customer requirement)
Inner Shell Thickness 2.0 mm minimum
Outer Shell Thickness 2.0 mm minimum
Dish Ends SS 304, 2.5–3.0 mm
Insulation 50–75 mm PUF (Density 40 ±2 kg/m³)
Surface Finish (Inside) Mirror Finish ≤0.8 µm Ra
Surface Finish (Outside) Matt/150–220 Grit Polish
Welding TIG Welding with complete grinding and passivation
Agitator
Item Specification
Type Top Mounted Slow Speed Agitator
Speed 25–35 RPM
Motor 0.75–1.1 kW (1–1.5 HP)
Gear Box Food Grade Helical/Worm Gear
Shaft & Impeller SS304
Tank Fittings
450 mm Elliptical Manhole
CIP Spray Ball
Air Vent with SS Filter
Milk Inlet – 50 mm
Milk Outlet – 50 mm Butterfly Valve
Drain Outlet
Sampling Cock
Digital Temperature Indicator
PT-100 Temperature Sensor
Level Indicator/Sight Glass
Overflow Connection
Vent Pipe
Lifting Lugs
Earthing Boss
Adjustable SS Legs/Saddle Supports
Insulation Performance
Insulation Material: High-density Polyurethane Foam (PUF)
Density: 40 ±2 kg/m³
Thickness: 50–75 mm
Temperature Rise: Not more than 1°C in 12 hours under specified conditions (subject to ambient conditions and standard test methods).
Mechanical Features
Heavy-duty saddle support with anti-vibration pads
Self-draining bottom
Hygienic sanitary design
Crevice-free construction
Easy access for cleaning and maintenance
Electrical
Item Specification
Supply 415 V, 3 Phase, 50 Hz
Motor Protection IP55
Insulation Class F
Starter DOL Starter with Overload Protection
Design Standards
IS 2688:2009 – Insulated Stainless Steel Horizontal Milk Storage Tank Specification
Food-grade stainless steel conforming to applicable stainless steel standards
Hygienic sanitary welding and finishing practices
Testing
Hydrostatic Leak Test
Weld Inspection
Surface Finish Inspection
Dimensional Inspection
Agitator Trial Run
Electrical Functional Test
Water Trial Before Dispatch
Documentation
Supplier shall provide:
General Arrangement (GA) Drawing
Foundation Loading Details
Material Test Certificates (MTC)
Factory Test Report
Operation & Maintenance Manual
Warranty Certificate
Spare Parts List
