Center Enamel Provides Anaerobic Digester Tanks For United Kingdom Wastewater Treatment Project

The United Kingdom is at the forefront of climate action, circular economy integration, and environmental protection. With growing demands for decarbonisation, increased population density, and ageing water infrastructure, the UK faces mounting pressure to modernise wastewater treatment systems. One solution gaining prominence is anaerobic digestion (AD), which enables energy recovery, greenhouse gas reduction, and enhanced sludge treatment.

Shijiazhuang Zhengzhong Technology Co., Ltd (Center Enamel), a global leader in advanced storage tank solutions, proudly supports this transition. With over 30 years of engineering excellence and an extensive international project portfolio, Center Enamel offers world-class anaerobic digester tanks tailored for the UK’s complex regulatory and environmental landscape.

UK Wastewater and Sludge Management Needs Innovative Solutions

The UK generates over 1.4 billion tonnes of wastewater per year, processed by more than 9,000 treatment plants across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Anaerobic digestion plays a crucial role in these systems by converting sludge and organic waste into biogas, which can be used to produce heat and electricity, or upgraded to biomethane for injection into the national gas grid.

Increasing pressure to reduce landfill and incineration reliance

Anaerobic digestion enables cost savings, resource recovery, and compliance with government mandates. Center Enamel's tanks deliver scalable, reliable, and durable infrastructure to meet these national objectives.

Why Center Enamel Anaerobic Digester Tanks Stand Out

Center Enamel specializes in the manufacture of Glass-Fused-to-Steel (GFS) anaerobic digester tanks. This advanced technology combines the strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of glass, creating a long-lasting, high-performance containment solution for aggressive environments like those in AD plants.

Our anaerobic digester tanks are widely used in:

Municipal wastewater treatment plants

Agricultural and food waste AD facilities

Industrial effluent treatment systems

Combined heat and power (CHP) operations

Green gas grid injection schemes

Core Advantages of Our GFS Anaerobic Digester Tanks

Superior Corrosion Resistance

Acid and alkali resistant (pH range 1–14)

Impervious to hydrogen sulphide, ammonia, and other aggressive gases/liquids

Proven Durability and Longevity

Over 30-year design life

Hardness of 6.0 on the Mohs scale

Tight Sealing for Biogas Retention

Airtight bolted connections and gas-tight membranes

Gas domes and double-membrane roofs optional

Rapid and Safe Installation

Pre-fabricated panels assembled on-site using jacks

Minimal disruption and high installation efficiency

Cost Efficiency Over Lifecycle

Reduced downtime, maintenance, and refurbishment costs

Lower overall capital expenditure compared to concrete or epoxy tanks

Modular and Expandable Design

Future-proofed infrastructure with scalable tank capacities (20 m³ to 60,000+ m³)

Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tank Specifications

Coating Thickness: 0.25–0.45mm

Coating Colours: Forest Green, Black Blue, Grey Olive, Desert Tan, etc.

Adhesion Strength: ≥3450 N/cm²

Service Life: ≥30 years

Standards: AWWA D103, ISO28765, EN1090, WRAS, CE, NSF61

Applications: Biogas storage, primary and secondary digesters, gas holders, mixing tanks, post-digesters

Certifications and Compliance with UK Standards

Center Enamel’s tanks are manufactured under rigorous quality systems and meet international and British standards, including:

ISO 9001 (Quality Management)

ISO 45001 (Health and Safety Management)

ISO 28765 (Glass-Fused-to-Steel Tanks Design)

EN1090 (CE Marking for Structural Steel)

NSF/ANSI 61, WRAS (Water Safety Regulations)

FM, LFGB (Fire and Food Safety, respectively)

Applications Across the UK Wastewater and Energy Sectors

Our anaerobic digestion tanks can serve numerous sectors across the UK, including:

Water Companies (e.g., Thames Water, Severn Trent, Scottish Water)

Local Authorities (Councils seeking circular waste strategies)

Food and Beverage Industry (Effluent treatment)

Agricultural Cooperatives (Farm waste-to-energy systems)

Green Gas/Biomethane Producers

Environmental Engineering Contractors and EPC firms

Relevant Global Case Studies for the UK Market

Costa Rica Drinking Water Project

Malaysia POME Biogas Plant

Saudi Arabia Treated Sewage Facility

SINOPEC Industrial Effluent Project (China)

These international projects reflect our ability to deliver robust and customized solutions to various clients under diverse conditions—expertise that is highly transferrable to the UK.

Full Lifecycle Support from Concept to Commissioning

Center Enamel offers comprehensive support for AD tank projects, including:

Site-specific design consultation

Detailed 2D/3D tank design and simulation

Manufacturing and QA/QC protocols

On-site assembly and project supervision

Commissioning support and operational training

Post-installation inspection and spare part supply

We work closely with UK-based EPC firms, consultants, utilities, and private developers to ensure smooth, regulation-compliant implementation.

Environmentally Responsible and Socially Aligned

Center Enamel embraces sustainability in every aspect of manufacturing and project execution. From eco-friendly coatings to efficient logistics, we reduce the environmental footprint of our tanks. Our operations align with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ESG frameworks—values that matter to British stakeholders.

Supporting UK’s Net-Zero and Bioeconomy Goals

Anaerobic digestion contributes to:

Decarbonising wastewater treatment

Reducing landfill methane emissions

Boosting renewable energy production

Generating bio-fertilizers and closing nutrient loops

Center Enamel’s anaerobic digester tanks are more than infrastructure—they are essential tools for reaching Net Zero by 2050, fulfilling the UK government’s climate commitments and energy security agenda.

Why Center Enamel is the Trusted Partner for UK AD Projects

Decades of global experience across 100+ countries

Proven quality with repeat clients and global partners

Local adaptation of tank designs and regulations

Multilingual documentation (English-ready)

Responsive support from planning to maintenance

Let’s Build the UK’s Greener Future Together

As the United Kingdom continues investing in low-carbon infrastructure and sustainable waste solutions, Center Enamel stands ready to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and scalable anaerobic digester tanks that empower local communities, protect natural resources, and fuel clean energy systems.

Let’s create a smarter, cleaner, and more circular future for the UK—one digester tank at a time.

Center Enamel: Global Strength, Local Impact.