Static Water Bowsers: Applications, Features And Why They Work

Static water bowsers are familiar aids in a wide range of settings. Providing grey water for sanitation facilities, supporting effluent collection and disposal, suppressing dust, pressure washing, or providing hydration for plants and animals, they are the reliable workhorse of the water management world.

Here is a closer look at what makes them so widely used, and how to choose the right one for your needs.

Versatile Water Storage

If there is a temporary or permanent water storage requirement away from a mains connection, the chances are that a static water bowser is the answer. Typical applications include construction sites, events, and agriculture. In all areas where mains water connection is a problem, they provide a long-lasting, reliable, cost-effective, and weatherproof solution. They are available in a range of sizes and configurations to fit a wide variety of purposes, making them one of the most adaptable water storage options on the market.

Key Industries And Applications

The adaptability of static water bowsers means they are used across a broad range of industries and settings. Some of the most common include:

1. Construction Sites

Water is essential on construction sites for dust suppression, concrete mixing, welfare facilities, and pressure washing. Static bowsers provide a self-contained, on-site supply that removes the need for mains connection and allows water to be positioned exactly where it is needed.

2. Agriculture And Horticulture

Farms and growing operations use static bowsers for livestock watering, crop irrigation, plant watering, and sprayer fill-up. The ability to position water storage close to the point of use reduces time, labour, and the risk of water shortages during dry periods.

3. Events And Temporary Sites

Festivals, outdoor events, and temporary accommodation sites require reliable water supply for welfare facilities, catering, and sanitation. Potable static bowsers provide a compliant, self-contained drinking water solution where mains supply is unavailable.

4. Dust Suppression

In industrial environments, quarries, demolition sites, and road construction, dust suppression is a legal and operational requirement. Static bowsers filled with non-potable water feed dust suppression systems efficiently and cost-effectively.

5. Pressure Washing

Static bowsers serve as a reliable water source for pressure washing equipment on sites where mains connection is impractical. This is particularly useful in yard cleaning, vehicle washing, and plant maintenance.

6. Fire Safety

In locations without access to a hydrant or where additional fire protection is required, static bowsers provide an on-site emergency water reserve. Enduramaxx also manufactures dedicated fire sprinkler water tanks for more permanent installations.

Durable Construction

One of the hallmarks of static water bowsers is their durable construction. The primary material is polyethylene, and casting techniques enable robust, seamless tanks. Polyethylene can be manufactured with opacity to reduce the risk of algae growth, and Enduramaxx water bowsers are engineered for UV stabilisation. This dramatically slows gradual degradation and cracking, giving large water bowsers an impressive working lifespan even in exposed outdoor environments.

Potable And Non-Potable Options

Static bowsers are available in both potable (drinkable) and non-potable (non-drinkable) configurations. The key difference lies in the materials and filtration system used, which for potable applications must carry Water Regulations Advisory Scheme approval.

Choosing between the two comes down to the intended use:

• Potable bowsers are suitable for drinking water supply at events, welfare facilities, and remote sites.
• Non-potable bowsers are suitable for dust suppression, irrigation, pressure washing, and general water supply where drinking quality is not required.

Colour-coding potable and non-potable bowsers is a practical and straightforward way to reduce the risk of misuse on sites where both types are in use.

Easy Operation

The design of static bowsers uses gravity and physics to deliver an efficient result. Fill pipes are positioned at high level, allowing gravity to assist filling. Outlets are at low level, allowing the natural pressure of the water column to produce flow. Enduramaxx uses ball-and-socket Bauer connections, which offer tensile resistance, heat resistance, security, durability, and rapid tool-free assembly. This is particularly valuable on busy construction sites and at events where water systems may need to be connected or moved quickly.

Compliance And Safety

Enduramaxx static water bowsers carry WRAS approval, which is central to quality assurance for water storage. Potable versions also meet DWI Regulation 31 Standards, a wide-ranging set of regulations updated annually that incorporate multiple British Standards including BS EN ISO 15874 to 15877. Compliance with these standards provides accountability and peace of mind, particularly for operators who are responsible for water supply to the public or to site welfare facilities.

Customisable Features

Potable and non-potable water requirements vary significantly between applications. Enduramaxx offers a range of customisation options to meet those needs, including:

• Additional outlets for multi-point supply
• Insulation for long-term use in cold or exposed locations, which prevents both freezing and evaporation
• A choice of colours, particularly useful for colour-coding potable and non-potable bowsers on the same site

Static water bowser tanks can also be specified to buy outright or hire depending on the duration and nature of the project.

Sizes Available

Enduramaxx manufactures static water bowsers across a wide range of capacities to suit different site requirements, from smaller units suitable for events and plant watering through to large-capacity bowsers for construction and industrial use. Capacity, dimensions, and outlet configurations can all be discussed with the Enduramaxx team to ensure the right specification for your application.

Contact Enduramaxx About Static Water Bowsers

For all of your water bowser requirements, Enduramaxx is here to offer support, guidance, and solutions. Whether you need a potable drinking water supply for a remote site, a non-potable bowser for dust suppression or irrigation, or a customised solution for a specialist application, our team can help you find the right fit. Contact us online to discuss your requirements.