WELCOME THE WATER TANKS
KPS will have their new Steel water tanks installed this week, look out for them in the Caged Area near the library/Junior School Building. Diagram below shows us how it all works – all we need is rain
Why Steel?
Strength of steel
Steel tanks do not bulge or stretch when full. The strength of steel means the tanks comfortably hold the large forces generated by tonnes of water. Steel tanks have been around for more than 100 years so the structural long life is a proven fact. In addition this strength will not deteriorate over time under the harsh Australian sun as with other materials.
Longer life
In the early days steel tanks where just plain galvanised steel and after many years could begin to rust from the inside. This is a thing of the past with modern tank steel which has a long life polymer coating. This polymer coating is on the inside of the tank walls and on both sides of the base (inside and out). The water never touches the steel and now the tanks carry a 20 year warranty against corrosion! The strength of steel and the longevity of polymer coating.........best of both worlds.
These tanks are also Fully Recyclable with a low environmental foot-print compared with other tank materials used.
The Rainbank – how it all works..
RECYCLING
All our Recycling Bins, General Waste & Garden Organics Bins will be moved to the Caged Bin Area behind the canteen in the car-park. There will be clear access for bins to be brought out each day.
Keep up your ‘rubbish free’ lunch boxes!
KPS Gardens & Grounds
Thank you to all parents & students who are always helping with works around the school, Wednesdays have been a little wet & cold which has kept us away, all back in full force now to finish the garden in front of the Toilets.
All welcome to the next Environment Meeting on 13th July 2009 @ 6.30pm – staff room.
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