As Southeast Asia continues to prioritise improved public infrastructure, reliable water access remains a cornerstone of sustainable development. In support of this goal, SBS Tanks was proud to partner with our local distributor, Enviroz Asia Pacific, who was working with the Sibu Water Board on a critical municipal water project in Sarawak, Malaysia – delivering two elevated water tanks as part of the expansive Sarawak Water Supply Grid Programme.
Commissioned as part of a government initiative to boost water access in underserved regions of Sarawak, this tank installation features:
• 1 x ST06/02 (28kL) backwash water tank located at the Paloh Water Treatment Plant.
• 1 x ST20/04 (615kL) potable water tank serving the Kampung Paloh community.
These tanks not only support water treatment and storage operations but also ensure the consistent supply of safe, clean drinking water to rural residents – an essential service aligned with national public health objectives.
In Malaysia, particularly in Sarawak, elevated tanks are often essential due to the region’s tropical climate, flood-prone terrain, and varying elevations. The SBS modular panel tank system proved the ideal fit for this application:
• Corrosion-resistant materials ensure durability in humid, high-rainfall environments.
• Customisable modular design allowed precise capacity matching and efficient transportation to rural build sites.
• Rapid on-site installation kept timelines tight and disruptions minimal.
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One of the standout elements of this project was SBS Tanks’ compliance with SIRIM 18: 2017, SPAN & SWA certification – an indispensable stamp of quality in Malaysia and across Southeast Asia.
EAP Kampung Paloh Tank
SIRIM Berhad is Malaysia’s premier industrial research and technology authority, serving as the nation’s gold standard for innovation, safety, and quality. Through its subsidiary SIRIM QAS International, the organisation delivers comprehensive testing, inspection, and certification services accredited by both local and international bodies, including Standards Malaysia and UKAS.
SIRIM certification provides assurance to municipal and government clients that products used in public infrastructure projects – such as drinking water tanks – adhere to rigorous safety, health, and environmental protocols. SBS Tanks undergoes annual SIRIM audits to maintain this prestigious certification, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to quality and regulatory compliance.
By delivering SIRIM-approved solutions, SBS Tanks helps local municipalities:
• Meet public safety and environmental regulations,
• Guarantee long-term water security and infrastructure integrity,
• And confidently select internationally recognised, high-quality storage systems.
Both tanks were supplied and installed through SBS Tanks’ trusted distributor based in Malaysia, ensuring in-country service, support, and swift response times. This local presence ensured that the project was completed smoothly, aligned with regional needs, and in full compliance with all municipal and national standards.
Now fully operational, the tanks are directly supporting:
• Efficient backwash processes at the Paloh Water Treatment Plant,
• Clean potable water access for hundreds of residents in Kampung Paloh,
• And a broader goal of sustainable water access in Sarawak’s outlying regions.
With infrastructure projects like these, SBS Tanks plays a critical role in enabling governments to deliver high-impact public services that improve quality of life and empower rural communities.
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WHO: SBS Tanks in partnership with the Sibu Water Board and a local Malaysian distributor
WHY: To provide elevated water storage tanks for backwash and potable use as part of the Sarawak Water Supply Grid Programme
HOW: Through rapid installation of SIRIM-certified modular tanks built for durability, safety, and local compliance
WHAT: Two elevated panel water tanks (28kL & 615kL) in Sarawak, Malaysia, supporting treatment plant and community supply needs
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