UL 2085 Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST)
A UL 2085 tank is an aboveground, shop fabricated, secondarily contained vessel designed to store flammable and combustible liquids constructed according to Underwriters Laboratories Standard 2085. A UL 2085 tank is intended to limit the heat transferred to the primary tank during a fire and to protect the tank from physical damage.
UL 142 Tank
UL 142 tank is a welded steel vessel tank designed to store flammable and combustible liquids constructed according to Underwriters Laboratories Standard 142. A UL 142 tank is intended for noncorrosive, stable liquids that have a specific gravity not exceeding that of water.
What Are The Differences Between UL-142 And UL-2085 Standards?
There are a few key differences between UL-142 and UL-2085. At the core, UL-2085 rated tanks offer more protection. This protection may include double-walled tank designs and/or stronger carbon steel materials. Some UL-2085 tanks also feature inside containment walls or insulation from the outside walls. UL-205 tanks are able to withstanding fire through a two-hour liquid pool and furnace fire test. Tanks are also testing to determine that the tank is impact-resistant and resistant to projectiles (such as bullets). These more difficult standards provide a higher level of protection overall to meet higher specifications.
What is Right For Me?
The right tank type will vary depending on your location and usage needs. We can help you with a free 15 minute virtual consultation or lunch and learn session at your office.
