Rubber Lined Tanks for Acid, Chemical and Slurry Service

Failed Competitor's Lining

Abtrex Competitor’s Failed Rubber Lining

Abtrex builds and rubber-lines storage and process tanks for chemical, mining, power, steel and water treatment plants. As an approved applicator for Blair Rubber (Goodyear) and Polycorp (B.F. Goodrich), we select right compound for your chemicals, temperature and abrasion, then inspect every lining under our ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. With over 50 years of experience, we line tanks in our shops or at your site.

We love putting our expertise to work, and our memberships and certifications (listed to the right), are indicators of our continued commitment to quality.

Abtrex Industries applies cost effective and durable rubber linings using the latest technology and industry standard best practices.

With the proper rubber lining, a tank or pipe can be fortified to withstand abrasive and corrosive service conditions. Rubber compounds are engineered for chemical resistance to protect your tanks from a variety of acids and oxidizing agents. Abtrex carefully considers temperature, chemical composition and concentration of the materials being conveyed to determine the best compound for your rubber tank lining application.

We know that selecting the proper lining for your tank can be a complex process, so our sales representatives and friendly engineers will answer any questions you have and help you choose the right material for your rubber lined tanks or pipe.

Contact one of the most experienced tank lining companies around to learn more about ways we can help.

Rubber Types


This refers to natural rubber compounds usually in the range of 35 to 65 Shore A durometer hardness.

A classification of rubber with a face stock in the range of 80 to 95 Shore A durometer. Semi-hard rubbers are normally backed with a soft rubber tie gum. The semi-hard face stock offers strong chemical resistance, while the soft rubber backing provides good adhesion.

Comprised of rubber compounds with a face stock that has sulfur content exceeding 40 parts and has a Shore A durometer rating of 100 or more.

A derivative of butyl rubber containing about 1% chlorine with excellent impermeability to gases and good heat resistance. Hardness is typically in the range of 45 to 65 Shore A durometer.

Synthetic rubber produced by the polymerization of chloroprene with good resistance to oils, heat and caustic solutions. Shore A durometer range is between 35 and 80.

*Nitrile, Hypalon, EPDM, and custom formulations are also available.

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Typical Rubber Lining Applications

  • Hydrochloric & Phosphoric Acid Tanks
  • Water/Wastewater Treatment Tanks
  • Clarifier/Thickener Tanks
  • Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Systems
  • Pumps & Pump Components
  • Hydrocyclones
  • Purification Vessels
  • Over-the-Road and Railroad Tankers
  • Ball Mills, Trommel Screens & Trunnion Liners
  • Hoppers & Chutes
  • Secondary Containment
  • Rake Arms & Agitators
  • Piping & Fittings

Why Abtrex?

  • AWS & ASME Qualified
  • 5 Decades of Growth and Experience
  • Turnkey Abilities
  • Proven Project Management Skills
  • Numerous Strategically Located Bases of Operation
  • 24 Hour Emergency Response
  • Commitment to Continual Improvement