http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.flexitanks.co.nz en-us Sat, 02 May 2026 14:15:50 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/153726/tomatoe-glasshouse/ Excellent service! Great staff, great advice which was essential to getting the most out of my Flexi Tank. I grow tomatoes and have always used 100% bore water which due to our iron content has meant pumps break down unexpectedly. Having 1000m3 of clean water stored removes the stress of running out of water. During our last season, I set up our system to use around 1/3 of the rainwater in our feed water and it appears to have had a very positive effect. I am hoping to confirm those results this... Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:17:03 +1300 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post153726 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/153414/oakberry-farms/ Our Blueberry operation in Matangi in the Waikato has been in operation for many years, we are spread over 5 sites, making for some challenges.We installed our first Flexi tank in 2020, since then we have progressively added another 3, we now have 2x 1 Million L and 2 x 500,000L, 3 of our 5 sites now have tanks. We are in the throws of purchasing more Flexi tanks to fit in with our expanding water needs on these blocks and Flexi tanks will play a part in our next expansion at a new site.We use t... Fri, 03 Oct 2025 12:24:13 +1300 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post153414 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/153408/effluent-storage-in-northland/ Anthony and Peter Giesbers Farm is 140Ha (120Ha Effective) West of Kaikohe in Northland.  The farm operates as a system 5 dairy farm milking about 360 Cows. All cows are calved in the autumn to be milked through the winter. The farm is flat (flood plane) with mostly heavy clay soils.  Infrastructure to support winter milking includes two Herd Homes and a large concreted feed storage area.The farm has a large effluent pond situated some distance away from the cowshed.  All effluent... Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:21:51 +1300 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post153408 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/145794/nz-dairy-article/ ... Mon, 26 May 2025 15:06:05 +1200 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post145794 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/143182/custom-built-rainwater-harvesting-tank/ ... Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:10:37 +1300 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post143182 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/139095/world-first-2500m3-flexible-tank/ In Italy, in the Pordenone region, these 2 tanks for storing pig effluent, have been standing for 3 years now. Installed in 2021, they are the world's first 2 self-supporting flexible tanks! 🌍 Labaronne-Citaf EN worked on this specific project in 2021, mobilising all their teams to agree on the design, manufacture and installation protocols. A collective effort that was necessary to achieve this technical feat! Denis Lessio, distributor for Labaronne-Citaf in Italy, talks about the installati... Wed, 11 Dec 2024 14:34:15 +1300 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post139095 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/129752/high-tec-greenhouse/ Grower and owner of Aka Aka Produce, Ajit Singh, recently celebrated the completion of and planting in his brand-new one-hectare high-tech Apex Greenhouse in South Auckland.  The new greenhouse is a fantastic achievement. Congratulations to owner Ajit Singh who has continued to take risks and grow his business.   In my opinion this new facility is long overdue, New Zealand has aging high-tech greenhouse’s that need replacing or renewing for growing heated vegetable crops.I would... Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:04:29 +1200 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post129752 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/128904/fire-water-reserve/ Glasslines Cambridge has installed a 500m3 fire water reserve tank for emergencies. It is now a requirement for commercial new builds. The provision of water is crucial for firefighting. As fire appliances only carry a limited supply to be used for putting out the fire and securing personnels safety, it is recommended to supply water. Using a water Flexi Tank is the best way to store water and have that guarantee that if you are needing it in case of an emergency. Contact us today 027 ... Fri, 24 May 2024 11:22:29 +1200 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post128904 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/108805/water-install-at-gibbston-valley/ It was a frosty start for Anton and Jacky on Monday down in the South Island. It was a cracker of a day that started at 0 degrees with a frosted tank. ... Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:32:25 +1200 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post108805 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/post/107534/labaronne-citaf-flexible-tanks-to-preserve-water/ Wanting to learn more about where the Flexi Tank comes from? This is a great video to watch about where our tanks are made and the craftmanship that comes of this amazing product. We are proud to be a part of this invention, making our storage capabilities, for and not limited to, horticulture, agriculture and industry that much simpler and better for the environment. Contact us today 027 706 3633... Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:46:51 +1200 http://www.flexitanks.co.nz/blog/#post107534