100L-1000L Stainless Steel Collection Vessel for Water, Juice, Coconut Milk & Beverage Storage

We build these collection vessels for production lines where liquid needs to be held, blended, or staged between process steps. The 100L to 1000L range covers small batch operations and pilot-scale runs in food, beverage, and dairy facilities. This is not a one-size-fits-all tank—each unit is fabricated to match the liquid being handled and the conditions on your floor.

Material and Fabrication

Standard construction uses SUS304 for general water and juice storage. For coconut milk, dairy, or anything with higher chloride content or acidic cleaning cycles, we recommend SUS316L. The difference matters: 316L holds up better against pitting and crevice corrosion when you\’re running hot caustic or nitric acid sanitization. We weld with full penetration and back-purge argon, then grind and polish the welds to a smooth finish. Interior surface finish ranges from 2B to 0.4μm Ra, depending on your product\’s sensitivity to bacterial adhesion or residue buildup.

Design and Structure

The vessel can be configured with a dished or flat bottom, open or closed top, and with or without agitation. Legs are standard, but we can also supply skirt supports or bracket mounts for elevated positioning. Manholes, sight glasses, level sensors, CIP spray balls, and various inlet/outlet connections are available as options. If you\’re storing beverages with pulp or coconut milk, a gentle agitator prevents separation. For hot-fill or cold-storage duty, we can add insulation and a heating/cooling jacket—but that changes the pressure rating, so we need to know your process temperature before quoting.

Keep in mind that this is an atmospheric or low-pressure vessel. If your process involves vacuum or internal pressure above 0.5 bar, we\’ll need to redesign the shell thickness and head shape accordingly. Don\’t assume a standard collection tank can handle those conditions.

Applications

Typical uses include receiving tanks for pasteurized juice, surge vessels between mixing and filling, coconut milk collection after extraction, and water storage in beverage plants. The same design works for cosmetic lotions, chemical solutions, and pharmaceutical intermediates, provided the material grade and surface finish are specified correctly. We\’ve shipped similar tanks to dairies, juice bottlers, and personal care manufacturers across North America and Southeast Asia.

Technical Specifications

FAQ

Q: Can I use this for hot coconut milk?
Yes, up to 90°C for short periods, but if you\’re holding it hot for hours, specify the temperature and we\’ll adjust the gasket material and surface finish.

Q: What\’s the difference between 304 and 316L for juice?
For low-acid juices (pH > 4.5), 304 is fine. For citrus or acidic beverages, 316L resists corrosion better. Also, if your cleaning uses chlorine-based sanitizers, 316L is safer.

Q: Do you provide mixing?
We can add a top-entry agitator with a variable-speed motor. Tell us the viscosity and whether you need gentle stirring or high shear.

How to Order the Right Vessel

Before requesting a quote, gather these details: the exact liquid you\’ll store, its temperature range, whether it\’s under pressure or vacuum, your available floor space (diameter and height), and any required connections or accessories. Also indicate the material grade you prefer—if you\’re unsure, describe your cleaning process and we\’ll recommend a grade. Send us that information, and our engineers will confirm the configuration and price. We\’re not here to sell you a generic tank; we want it to fit your process without surprises.