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[All case studies](/case-studies) Case Study · Fire Protection # Leratong City Mall Fire Water Storage System Twin cylindrical steel fire water storage tanks supplied and installed to support the development's dedicated fire protection infrastructure in Kagiso, Gauteng. ## Protecting one of Gauteng's new retail developments As commercial developments continue to expand across South Africa, reliable fire protection infrastructure remains a critical component of project design and long-term operational safety. Videx Tanks supplied and installed a dedicated fire water storage system for the Leratong City Mall development in Kagiso, Gauteng, working alongside Tshwane Fire Sprinklers to provide the water reserves required to support the site's fire protection network. The completed installation consists of twin cylindrical steel fire water storage tanks integrated with a dedicated pump house and fire protection pipework infrastructure. ### Project Overview Client Tshwane Fire Sprinklers CC Project Leratong City Mall Location Kagiso Extension 25, Krugersdorp, Gauteng Application Fire Water Storage Tank Type Twin Sectional Steel Fire Water Storage Tanks Scope Supply, Delivery & Installation Infrastructure Dedicated Pump House & Fire Pipework ![Front view of the Leratong City Mall fire water storage system](/__l5e/assets-v1/5f161c13-d481-48a4-b3c9-b33f808faf0e/leratong-city-mall-fire-water-storage-system-overview.jpg)![Side view of Leratong City Mall's cylindrical steel fire water storage tanks](/__l5e/assets-v1/22b04de7-e646-4fe2-a9e6-0f5254871185/leratong-city-mall-fire-water-storage-tank-side-view.jpg) ### The Challenge Modern shopping centres require reliable fire protection systems capable of delivering sufficient water reserves in the event of an emergency. For Leratong City Mall, the design required a dedicated storage solution that could integrate cleanly with the fire sprinkler system while remaining durable, serviceable and fit for a demanding retail environment. - Provide reliable fire water reserves for a large retail development - Integrate the storage system with the site's fire sprinkler infrastructure - Deliver long-term durability with low maintenance requirements - Support the operational demands of a busy commercial environment ### Videx Solution Videx Tanks supplied and installed twin cylindrical steel fire water storage tanks designed specifically for commercial fire protection applications. The modular cylindrical design supported efficient installation while also delivering the long service life, corrosion resistance and low maintenance profile required for the project. - Twin cylindrical steel fire water storage tanks supplied and installed by Videx - Dedicated pump house integrated into the overall fire protection system - Modular steel construction for efficient installation and future serviceability - Safe access arrangements for inspection and maintenance - Corrosion-resistant construction for dependable long-term performance ![Wide view of the Leratong City Mall fire water storage facility](/__l5e/assets-v1/36742fe6-f631-40ac-8438-e3bef5cba88e/leratong-city-mall-fire-water-storage-facility.jpg)![Fire water pipework connected to the Leratong City Mall storage tank installation](/__l5e/assets-v1/24dc0a03-f2c2-4a1d-8e04-943995f21eea/leratong-city-mall-fire-water-pipework-installation.jpg) ### Outcome The completed installation now forms a key part of the mall's fire protection infrastructure, giving the development dependable dedicated water reserves aligned to its sprinkler and fire response systems. The Leratong City Mall project highlights Videx Tanks' ability to deliver engineered water storage solutions for large-scale commercial developments where reliability, durability and serviceability are all critical to long-term performance. ### Project Features - Twin cylindrical fire water storage tanks - Commercial retail fire protection application - Dedicated fire pump house - Integrated fire protection pipework infrastructure - Safe access platforms and ladders - Supply, delivery and installation by Videx Tanks ### Need a fire protection water storage solution for a commercial site? Talk to Videx about cylindrical steel tanks for dependable dedicated fire water storage. [Talk to an engineer](/contact)[More case studies](/case-studies) [](https://wa.me/27712660836)[](tel:+27118270727)[](/contact#quote)