GB2427260A

GB2427260A - Versatile tank unit

Info

Publication number: GB2427260A
Application number: GB0612680A
Authority: GB
Inventors: Edwin Sharett Raphael
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2006-06-27
Filing date: 2006-06-27
Publication date: 2006-12-20
Also published as: GB0612680D0

Abstract

The unit includes an inner insulated tank C housed inside a larger insulated tank B. The tanks may supply hot and cold water via water pipe outlets E and F. The water outlet F may go through both tanks. Water level and pressure to both tanks is maintained by a non-return valve O supplied by a cold water mains pipe N. An elevated section of foam H may support a reflective material K to give additional heat to the tank from sunlight. An overflow pipe G, heating element L, lid A, insulated base I and water temperature controlling thermostat M may also be provided. A non-return valve J is housed in tank C to allow water to flow between the tanks when water is used from either tank B or tank C. A support D sits on protruding lip K to support the inner insulated tank C. The unit may be used with an electric heating element system or a central heating system.

Description

VERSITILE TANK

VERSITILE TANK Background--This invention relates to a water tank (container) system to supply cold and hot water or hot water only.

When cold water is stored it requires a tank also when hot water is required it is stored and heated in a separate tank. This means extra storage space is required and it's efficiency is lost. Coidwater tank can and often freeze causing untold amount of damage. Hot water tank looses heat that is generated within.

Statement of invention-To overcome present ineffective use of heating water.

coidwater storage and storage space the present invention proposes a tank within a tank that is versatile. This saves space creates efficiency, rniniinises heat loss.

Non- return valves feeds and maintains water capacity and water flow. Where possible sunlight also adds to the heating of waler quickly and economically.

Advantages--The shape and size of the ranks can vary. The inner tank shape can differ from the outer tank shape. Material for the construction of the inner tank and outer tank can also vary. Material used could be as varied as zinc, aiwninium, copper, chrome plated, fibreglass, plastic etc. The outer and inner lining of each tank (cavity) is filled with insulation.

Capacity of liquid within inner and outer tank will also vary on sizes of tank.

The fundamental design is of an inner tank and outer tank storage system for cold and hot waler or for hot water only with non-return valves and fittings. This water tank would be useful in conventional houses as well as in large-scale development. Where ever cold and hot water is needed. The further beneficial usage of this system is for it to be placed on top of roofs where sunlight can and will generate heating up water thus saving heating cost.

The capability of additional heat generating from central heating water pipe placed in the tank or the supply of an electric heating element can boost temperature if needed.

Thermostat connection will maintain required temperature needed. Further advantage to this system is that whilst in use ore not in use because of the insulation system water is very unlikely to freeze thus reducing the possibility of bust tanks.

This tank can be stored in the roof space or placed on a flat roof or with a mount placed on a slanted roof. It has an insulated base unit and a sun light reflector for those water tanks that are able to receive sunlight.

The inner tank is raised higher within the outer tank so as to allow water to flow around the tank and to flow through to the bottom allowing for further capacity of water. This can vary in shape and size in accordance with the tanks.

Example--An example of the invention will now be described by referring to the accompanying drawings: Figure 1 shows the use of the versatile tank that is to be placed on top of roofs where sunlight will help heat up water and maintain the heat within. This tank is suitable for outdoors and flat roofs etc. Figure 2 shows the central heating water pipe placed in the tank or the supply of an electric heating element placed in the lank from above the tank through the lid. This tank is suitable if placed in an enclosed area, roof space, closet etc.

VERSITILE TANK

Water is supplied to the versatile tanks. Within the versatile tanks nonreturn valves are placed. Non-return valves open when water pressure drops so that it allows water to be refilled when it is used.

Dotted lines depicted in figure 1 represents additional foam insulation.

Abstract Description

Versatiietan]cunitaswithFigure i-B theoutertank is insulated Jat the base is thicker and a firmer insulation used. N is a cold water main supply pipe at the end of which isO a valve worked by a float system stopping when water is contained at the desired amount. M is a thermostat controlling the desired water temperature asked for.

L is a heating element that is from central heating hot water pipe placed in the tank or the supply of an electric heating element that will boost temperature when needed. H is an elevated section of foam that supports K which is a reflective material all around H so as to give add ional heat to the tank from sunlight. E is a water pipe outlet for hot water. F is a water outlet for cold water, which goes through inner and outer tanks. 0 is an overflow pipe. P is screws to secure the lid of the tank by the lip that is part of the lid. D is a support for C the inner insulated tank that is to be supported so as hot water can freely flow around the outer tank. C contains cold water. A is the lid secured by P to stop heat loss and to avoid dust and dirt falling into the tanks. J is a non- return valve that is housed in tank C so as when water is used from tank B in this figurel it allows water to flow from tank C into tank B. D sits on the protruding lip K in the inside of the outer tank B.Dotted lines in fIgure 1 represent foam insulation. D That supports the inner tank will contour the shape of tanks used, square, rectangle, round etc-

Abstract Description

Versatile tank unit as with Figure 2-B the outer tank is insulated I at the base is thicker and a firmer insulation used. N is a cold water main supply pipe at the end of which isO a valve worked by a float system stopping when water is contained at the desired amount. M is a thermostat controlling the desired water temperature asked for. L is a heating element that is from central heating hot water pipe placed in the tank or the supply of an electric heating element that will boost temperature when needed from above; in this tank systems it is more suitable for inside roof spaces and closets etc. E is a water pipe outlet for cold water. F is a water outlet for hot water, which goes through inner and outer tanks. (315 an overflow pipe. P is screws to secure Qc lid of the tank by he lip that is part of the lid. D is a support for C the inner lnulated tank; in thi9 diagram C containing hot water B contains cold water. A is the lid secured by P to stop heat loss and to avoid dust and dirt falling into the tanks. J is a non- return valve that is housed in tank C so as when water is used from tank C in this DsitsontheprotrudiriglipK in the inside of the outer tank B. D That supports the inner tank will contour the shape of tanks used, square, rectangle, round etc-.

Abstract Description

Versatile tank unit as with Figure 3- D is a view ofa support for C inner insulated tank. 1) sits on the protruding lip K that is in the inside of the outer tank B. In this diagram the tanks are round.

Should there be a need for only hot water from an exterior fitted tank, figure 1 is as the same however the water pipe F is caped and as with figure 1 E is the supply pipe for hot water.

Should there be a need for only a hot water tank an interior fitted tank, figure2 is as the same however the water pipe E is caped and as with figure 2 F is the supply pipe for hot water.

Claims

The versatile tank unit comprises of two insulated tanks, one smaller and housed inside the larger outer insulated tank. These tanks, which will supply cold and hot water, and continue to maintain water levels and pressure to both tanks by means of non- return valves By raising the inner tank water will flow freely and a larger capacity of water is available for the outside tank.

Connection from inner tank through to the outer tanks and beyond by means of a pipe enables water to flow through when needed.

The versatile tank with added reflective material, adds to additional heat drawn into the tank and limiting beat loss from within the tank.

When the tank is used in an enclosed area, roof space closet etc the ixiulated tank within a tank is energy efficient and designed to helps prevents freezing of cold water.

Heats up volume of water more efficiently.

Can be used with central heating systems.

Can be used with electric heating element system.

Thermostat controble.

Minimum maintenance.

Easily install.

Can be produced and supplied as an assembly system kit.