Collinson

Bulk Salt and Sand Storage Buildings

Collinson Tensile specialises in delivering innovative, high-performance storage solutions for bulk salt and sand, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge design to protect your materials and optimise your operations. At Collinson Tensile, we deliver innovative tensile storage buildings tailored for dry bulk materials like salt and sand, ensuring optimal protection, easy maintenance, and superior longevity.

Bulk Salt and Sand Storage Buildings
Project

Yara UK Limited storage facility

Belfast

Experts in Bulk Storage Solutions

With over 20 years of experience in constructing tensile storage buildings, Collinson Tensile is a trusted leader in the UK and Ireland for the construction of bulk storage buildings. Our structures are engineered to withstand the most challenging environments, from coastal regions to industrial sites, ensuring your bulk salt or sand materials are stored securely, protected from the elements, and easily accessible for operations.

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Unmatched Design &
Engineering

Our tensile structures offer clear spans up to 100 meters and heights up to 30 meters, providing unobstructed, efficient storage for salt, sand, and other materials. They ensure your materials stay dry, accessible, and protected from contamination.

Customisable to
your needs

We tailor each building to your requirements, with options like push walls for durability, advanced ventilation, and Inner Liners to protect steel frames from corrosive materials like salt.

Sustainability meets
Efficiency

Our tensile membranes reduce lighting costs by using natural daylight, while quick installation ensures minimal disruption, helping you achieve goals faster and more efficiently.

Why Choose Collinson Tensile?

Proven Expertise: Over 20 years of experience in tensile building construction, backed by world-class engineering from Best-Hall.

Durable Materials: Utilising the globally renowned Serge Ferrari membranes for superior performance and longevity.

Customisable Solutions: Tailored designs to suit specific bulk storage needs, including ventilation, humidity control, and push wall integration.

Rapid Installation: Prefabricated components allow for quick and efficient construction, reducing downtime.

Energy-Efficient Design: Natural daylight illumination reduces operational costs and environmental impact.

Comprehensive Support: From project conception to aftercare, we ensure lasting value and reliability.

Why Bulk Salt & Sand Storage Matters

Proper storage of bulk salt and sand is critical to maintaining their quality and functionality. For salt, effective storage ensures its readiness for use in road safety during winter months, where it plays a vital role in de-icing and preventing accidents caused by icy conditions. Without adequate protection from moisture, salt can clump or lose its effectiveness, compromising its usability when it’s needed most.

Similarly, sand used in construction projects must remain dry and uncontaminated to meet stringent quality standards. Exposure to the elements can degrade its consistency and reduce its structural integrity, leading to issues in applications such as concrete mixing or foundational work.

Investing in high-quality storage solutions not only protects these materials but also reduces wastage, minimises environmental impact, and ensures that resources are readily available for critical tasks year-round. With Collinson Tensile’s innovative tensile fabric structures, you can safeguard your bulk materials while enhancing operational efficiency.

Partner with the Best in Bulk Storage

Collinson Tensile has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions for bulk storage. Our projects, including facilities for leading brands like Aggregate Industries and Yara UK, demonstrate our commitment to excellence. Whether your storage needs are large-scale or niche, we’re equipped to deliver a solution that exceeds your expectations.

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Recent Tensile Construction Projects

Aggregate Industries (Tilbury)

Aggregate Industries (Tilbury)

Yara UK Limited storage facility

Belfast

Yara UK Limited storage facility

Princess Yachts manufacturing facility

Devon

Princess Yachts manufacturing facility

BMI Icopal warehouse

Manchester

BMI Icopal warehouse

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Indoor rugby & football training facility

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Testimonial

The project ran like clockwork, nothing was any trouble for the team

The double-skinned tensile facility provides the perfect solution for the harsh environments associated with maritime storage. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Collinson and look forward to working with them again in the future.

John McGaffin - McGaffin Contractors

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If you think we are the right fit for your new construction project please call us on 01995 676680

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