Manchester Tanks

Manchester Propane Tanks

Manchester Tank & Equipment Co. was founded in 1946 in Los Angeles, California, initially producing 5-gallon propane and butane storage tanks. The company expanded rapidly under Edward Reifschneider's ownership, incorporating in 1953 and diversifying its product line to include forklift cylinders, motor fuel tanks, and air receivers.
By the 1970s and 1980s, it had established manufacturing facilities across North America, including Canada, and entered new markets such as the marine industry. In the 1990s, Manchester Tank acquired Buckeye Boiler Company and General Processing Corporation, solidifying its position as a leader in the OEM air tank business. McWane, Inc., a family-owned company, purchased Manchester Tank in 1999.
Today, headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, Manchester Tank is a leading global manufacturer of pressure vessels for propane, compressed air, chemicals, and industrial applications. It operates efficiently with consolidated production facilities and maintains a strong reputation for quality and reliability.