At gmTANKS we choose to manufacture our water tanks using Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel. Read on to learn what it is and why we exclusively this material for our durable water tanks. What is Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel? Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel is a galvanized steel product with the addition of a special, purpose designed food-grade polymer film […]
Steel water tanks are built to last at least 15 years or more, and our tanks are under manufacturers warranty for 10 years plus carry Bluescope Steel’s 20 year Aquaplate® warranty on the steel. Whether the water tank is made from corrugated steel or galvanised steel, all our water tanks are hand crafted and reinforced […]
Is your home or property located in a bushfire prone region? Did you know the Rural Fire Service (RFS) can utlise any available water source during a fire event? We’ll discuss the recommendations and legislation around bushfire water usage later in this article. Fire tanks Often, dedicated fire water tanks are not the most practical […]
Have you been considering installing a water tank for your home or property? With water restrictions being introduced across Sydney, Newcastle, the Hunter and NSW, you might be thinking about your best options for future water usage. Water restrictions include limitations on water usage such as gardens can only be watered during certain times with […]
Be stormwater smart in 2020 Have you recently watched your stormwater run down the drain as wasted runoff? Did you know stormwater runoff contributes to localised flooding and soil erosion in urban areas? ABC News recently reported on how one man’s backyard stormwater collection system is saving him money and helping him reduce stormwater runoff […]
What veggies can I grow in winter? With temperatures decreasing, days becoming shorter, and finally the arrival of some steady rainfall, you might be considering planting some veggies for winter. Listed below are some vegetables that thrive during the winter months, and some of the benefits of installing a raised garden bed. Beetroot Broccoli Cauliflower […]
Now is a great time to ensure your water tank and raised garden be is operating at its best Do you have extra time at home at the moment? Have you installed a water tank, or are you considering installing one? Now is a great time to work on your water tank maintenance routine. Not only […]
As an essential service, gmTANKS is open, manufacturing and delivering metal water tanks and raised garden beds during COVID-19. We’re operating within all health, safety and physical distancing legislation currently in effect across Australia. If you have any questions, please give us a call on (02) 4936 6920 or send us a message. Wishing you […]
Installing a rainwater tank is a cost-effective solution to conserving our most precious resource, water. Some of the driest parts of the world can be found in Australia, however we also experience periods of intense rain, low pressure systems and cyclones. While we’ve experienced much needed rainfall across NSW in 2020, the past 24 months […]
After an extended period of lower than average rainfall across the East Coast of Australia, the Bureau of Meteorology has forecast significant rainfall and a wetter than average winter season for June, July and August 2020, across parts of NSW. Winter nights are forecast to be warmer than average, with a La Niña-like pattern emerging […]
Have you been considering a more sustainable home-grown food source since COVID-19? Starting and maintaining your own vegetable garden is an excellent way to improve sustainability, learn about growing food, and most of all, enjoy your produce. Here’s five reasons to start your vegetable garden today: FlavourSupermarket fruit and veg are developed to grow fast […]
If you’ve recently decided to purchase a rainwater tank for your home, property, or business, you may be looking to decide what type of material you want your water tank to be fabricated from. Some of the most popular materials water tanks are made from include Corrugated steel Plastic (poly water tanks) Concrete. There are […]
The Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology has officially declared a La Niña weather pattern to continue into Summer 2021 in the tropical region of the Pacific Ocean. La Niña weather pattern will form rain systems that will produce higher than average rainfall across most of Australia, particularly along the east coast. The current outlook predicts […]