Used Paul Mueller 1,500 Gallon 304 Stainless Steel Tank

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Paul Mueller Company

Paul Mueller Company manufactures stainless steel processing and storage equipment for industrial, food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, chemical, and other processing applications. The company has manufactured stainless steel tanks for decades and became ASME-certified to build pressure vessels in 1961.

Main Product Description

Used Paul Mueller Company 1,500 gallon vertical stainless steel tank constructed of Type 304 stainless steel with a dish top and cone bottom. The vessel measures approximately 76 inches in diameter and 170 inches high to the top of the mixer, with a height of approximately 145 inches to the top hatch. It features a 24-inch diameter top hatch and a 56-inch by 56-inch leg footprint. Manufactured in 1992 under Serial Number 106184-1, the vessel was built to DIN Part RT4 pressure vessel standards and designed for heat-transfer service, although the exact heating surface area is not legible. The tank is rated for atmospheric service. Stock #54567010.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Paul Mueller Company
• Capacity: 1,500 gallons
• Equipment type: Stainless steel tank / vessel
• Orientation: Vertical
• Material of construction: Type 304 stainless steel
• Top configuration: Dish top
• Bottom configuration: Cone bottom
• Vessel diameter: 76 inches
• Height to top of mixer: 170 inches
• Height to top hatch: 145 inches
• Top hatch diameter: 24 inches
• Leg footprint: 56 inches x 56 inches
• Serial number: 106184-1
• Year built: 1992
• Construction standard: DIN Part RT4
• Service design: Heat-transfer service
• Heating surface area: Not specified / not legible
• Vessel rating: Atmospheric
• Stock number: 54567010

Applications

• Liquid storage
• Product holding
• Batch holding
• Process vessel service
• Heat-transfer applications where compatible with the vessel configuration
• Intermediate product storage
• Ingredient or solution holding
• Industrial processing applications compatible with Type 304 stainless steel

Actual process compatibility should be verified based on the product, temperature, corrosion requirements, sanitary requirements, and heating or cooling conditions.

Suitable Products / Materials

Potential applications for a Type 304 stainless steel tank may include compatible liquids, solutions, ingredients, food or beverage products, and certain chemical or industrial products. Paul Mueller manufactures stainless steel vessels for a broad range of food, beverage, chemical, and industrial processing applications. Suitability of this specific used vessel for any product should be confirmed based on material compatibility and process requirements.

FAQs

• Is this a 1,500 gallon stainless steel tank?
• Yes. The Aaron Equipment listing identifies this unit as a 1,500 gallon stainless steel tank.
• What material is this Paul Mueller tank made from?
  The vessel is constructed of Type 304 stainless steel.
• What are the dimensions of the tank?
  The vessel is approximately 76 inches in diameter, 170 inches high to the top of the mixer, and 145 inches high to the top hatch. The leg footprint is approximately 56 inches by 56 inches.
• What type of bottom does the tank have?
  The listing identifies the unit as having a cone bottom and dish top.
• Does the tank have a top manway or hatch?
  Yes. The listing states that the vessel has a 24-inch diameter top hatch.
• Is this Paul Mueller tank pressure rated?
  The vessel is stated to have been manufactured to DIN Part RT4 pressure vessel standards; however, the listing specifically states that the tank is rated atmospheric. Buyers should confirm all allowable operating conditions before placing the vessel into service.
• What year was this tank manufactured?
  The vessel was built in 1992.
• What is the serial number?
  The listed serial number is 106184-1.
• Can Aaron Equipment help determine if this tank is suitable for my application?
  Yes. Buyers can provide Aaron Equipment with their product, required capacity, temperature range, material compatibility requirements, and process conditions to help evaluate whether the vessel is appropriate for the intended application.
• Can Aaron Equipment help with shipping this 1,500 gallon tank?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment provides shipping and receiving support for used equipment. Freight requirements should be confirmed using the equipment dimensions, weight, pickup location, destination, and any loading or preparation requirements. The listing currently does not specify the vessel weight.