In the rolling landscapes of Njuli, Malawi, a 300-hectare lifestyle estate is being developed with nature at its heart. This multi-residential estate has been designed to integrate harmoniously with its environment – organic, muted, and comfortable – inviting residents and visitors to move seamlessly between buildings and open spaces.
As construction began, one critical need stood out: reliable water storage. To meet this demand, SBS Tanks installed an ST19/04 steel water storage tank with a capacity of 555 kilolitres. The tank serves multiple purposes:
– Providing a consistent water supply for contractors during the estate’s early development
– Ensuring water and sanitation for offices and residential areas
– Supporting irrigation needs across landscaped spaces
– Securing long-term water reliability for the estate’s operations
The tank was designed and manufactured to SBS Tanks’ ISO-accredited standards (ISO 9001 & ISO 45001), ensuring quality, safety, and global compliance. Local site conditions required no special adaptations, and our standard world-class design was more than sufficient for the project’s objectives, see renders online here.
Environmental integration was a key consideration, as the tank needed to complement the estate’s philosophy of blending modern living with the natural landscape.
The installation process followed SBS’s proven step-by-step methodology:
– Ring Beam Construction – The client constructed the ring beam to SBS specifications, which was then approved by our engineers.
– Tank Assembly – The ST19/04 was built ring by ring, with trusses, roof sheets, and internal liner carefully fitted to ensure leakproof performance.
– Commissioning – Once complete, the tank was thoroughly inspected and commissioned for immediate use.
Despite the remote setting, the installation was efficient and seamless, with our team coordinating travel, logistics, and on-site work to deliver the tank on schedule.
Tank Model: ST19/04
Capacity: 555kL
Structure: Modular, galvanised steel panels
Liner: High-performance, UV-resistant liner for potable and irrigation water
Applications: Domestic water supply, irrigation, sanitation, and operational backup
Benefits to Njuli EstateThe completed tank has delivered tangible benefits for both the estate developers and the broader community:
– Business Continuity: Contractors have a secure water source during construction, avoiding costly delays.
– Residential Living: Future residents will enjoy reliable access to clean water for daily use.
– Commercial Application: Irrigation and operational water supply ensures the estate’s landscapes and facilities are maintained at the highest standard.
– Sustainability: The modular tank design allows for future expansion as the estate grows.
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The true measure of success came directly from the client. OG Farms expressed their complete satisfaction with SBS’s delivery, stating:
“There were no gaps — every department was top notch. It was Rolls Royce service and product. Overall everything was amazing: communication, installation, and service.”
On the SBS customer satisfaction survey, OG Farms rated the project management and execution a perfect 10/10. This glowing feedback reflects not only the quality of SBS’s tanks but also the professionalism, efficiency, and communication of the entire project team.
The client expressed satisfaction with the professional project management, reliable delivery timeline, and long-term durability of the SBS system. The tank has provided a crucial backbone for estate development, ensuring water shortages do not hinder progress or resident well-being.
The Njuli Estate tank installation demonstrates SBS Tanks’ ability to provide sustainable, commercial-scale water storage solutions that support both immediate construction needs and long-term community living. By combining global engineering standards with rapid deployment capabilities, SBS Tanks continues to empower residential and commercial projects across Africa.
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SBS Tanks is Africa’s leading manufacturer and supplier of modular steel panel water storage tanks fitted with an internal liquid storage liner. With offices in Durban, Johannesburg & Cape Town, our factory services all provinces within South Africa and the SADC region. With ISO accreditation (ISO 45001 and ISO 9001) collaborating with a trusted supplier like SBS Tanks East Africa, can offer professional advice and a variety of premium tank alternatives to satisfy your various needs.
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