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📣 POLY PROCESSING DISTRIBUTOR PODCAST AND NEWSLETTER
JULY 2025 | "NEWS YOU CAN USE"

Welcome to the July edition of News You Can Use, your monthly update packed with insights, new tools, field updates, and reminders to help you support your customers and sell smarter.

To hear a more detailed and explanatory version of the info covered here- listen to the podcast with actual speakers discussing these topics- from which this newsletter was created. Do it on your next drive, that is 15 mins or more. Let’s dive in!

🔹 QUICK HITS & NEW RESOURCES

📦 3D Model Tanks Now Available

We now have two sets of 3D-printed model tanks—perfect for trade shows, customer meetings, and lunch & learns.
📍 Location: Found on P3 under Media → Sales Demo Library
📬 To Reserve: Email marketing@polyprocessing.com at least 2 weeks in advance.
🔧 These are detailed scale replicas of our full-size tanks and come in a professional carrying case.

💸 Updated Budget Pricer Tool

Big update to the Budget Pricer tool under the P3 Tools menu:

• New Chemical Dropdown auto-selects:
  • Correct elastomers
  • Alloys & plastics
  • Tank wall thickness
  • OR-1000 lining (if needed)
  • Proper specific gravity

🚀 You can now generate a budget price in just four clicks.

📸 Installation Photo Contest – Submit by July 31!

We're preparing for WEFTEC 2025 (late September–early October) and need your help!

• Send us photos or videos of Poly Processing tanks in the field.
• 📅 Deadline: July 31, 2025
• 💰 Prizes:
  • 1st Place: $100 Amazon Gift Card
  • 2nd Place: $50 Amazon Gift Card
    📧 Submit to: marketing@polyprocessing.com

🛡 Competing with FRP Tanks? Know This.

When competing with fiberglass (FRP) tanks:
✅ Make sure you're comparing against RTP-1 certified fiberglass tanks.
This ensures their craftsmanship and quality level match our rotationally molded consistency.

🔧 PRODUCT EDUCATION SPOTLIGHT

🔩 Eye Nuts – Avoid Bolt Size Confusion

Eye nuts are included in wind/seismic restraint kits, but confusion often arises over bolt sizing.

• What’s stamped on the eye nut (e.g., 7/8”) = Bail size, NOT bolt size. (The term "bail size" on an eye nut refers to the inside diameter or width of the eyelet opening, which is the circular loop at the top of the nut.)
• Correct bolt = 1/8” larger than stamped bail (e.g., use a 1” bolt for a 7/8” bail).
• 📎 Contractors must provide their own anchor bolts.
• 📄 Specs are in the installation data sheet.
• 📸 Find photos on P3 → Media → Installed Photos → Search: Eye Nut

🧰 Spool Fittings – Understand the Two Types

There are two categories of spool fittings:

1. 6” and Under (Made In-House)
   1. Components: Two flanges + pipe
   2. Not welded or gusseted
   3. Standard projection: ~6.5”
   4. Easily trimmed for custom fit
2. 8” and Larger (Vendor-Fabricated)
   1. Welded, gusseted, and pre-assembled
   2. Standard projection: ~12–13”
   3. Custom projections available upon request (adds time & quote steps)

✅ All standard projections are listed on the drafting drawings.
📌 For non-standard dimensions, communicate needs early to avoid delays.

🛠 FIELD SERVICE INSIGHTS

With Ashley Hay, Field Service Coordinator

⚠️ Common Issues from the Field

1. Tank Cracks from Rigid Connections
   ❌ Most cracks result from lack of flexible connectionsat the lower third sidewall fittings.
   ✅ Always use expansion jointsor flexible connectors as shown in the IOM Manual.
2. Venting Mistakes Still Happen
   🚫 Issues from:

• Undersized main vent lines for multiple tanks
• Long runs with too many bends or screens at terminations
• Lack of communication about fill method (gravity vs pneumatic)

✅ Each tank should ideally have its own dedicated vent.
💡 Use: polyprocessing.com/venting

3. Safe-Tank Transition Fitting Install Issues

1. Two-part install process:
   1. Video 1 – Tank placement & alignment (crane required)
   2. Video 2 – Final install steps (after crane leaves)
2. 📍 Found at: polyprocessing.com/safetankinstall
3. 🔧 Keep the alignment sleeve in place until the tank is permanently set.

📍 REMINDERS

• For any product or installation questions, please contact your Frontline Representative.
• More product photos, how-to guides, and updates are always available on P3.
• Catch all of our NYCU podcasts at https://polyprocessing.podbean.com/