Melting Tanks: Industrial and Commercial Melting Tanks Built in the USA
Melting Tanks: Industrial and Commercial Melting Tanks Built in the USA
Waterless PRIMO and water-jacketed PW melting tanks, 25 lb to 60,000 lb, for 40+ industries
WaxMelters is the leading USA manufacturer of industrial melting tanks since 1999. Our team of 10 designs, builds, tests and supports every PRIMO and PW system at our factory in Ronkonkoma, New York, and ships worldwide. WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction.
- USA manufacturer since 1999
- Ronkonkoma, NY
- Waterless PRIMO heating
- 2-3X faster melting, half the electricity
- Up to 212°F / 100°C standard
- BBB A+ rated
Industrial Melting Tanks Engineered as Process Equipment
An all-purpose melting tank has to do more than get hot. It has to melt solid feedstock fast, recover between batches, hold an exact temperature for hours and feed pumps, valves and fillers without cold spots. Every PRIMO melting tank is designed, fabricated, tested and supported by the manufacturer in the USA.
Less Infrastructure
Waterless architecture means no heated-water reservoir. Review floor space, connected kW and capacity per square foot with the PRIMO footprint and utility calculator.
Lower Connected Power
PRIMO melts 2-3X faster using half the electricity. A 1,226 lb PRIMO 1000 runs on 1,800 W at 110-120 V. Best performance, energy efficient.
Controlled Temperature
Digital material-temperature control Up to 212°F / 100°C standard, with a X-Treme option up to 400°F / 204°C on many models.
Built for the Plant
Stainless product contact, smooth #4 finish, sanitary and smooth-weld upgrades, 220-240 V, 480 V and 600 V service.
Industrial Melting Tank Sizes: 532 lb to 60,000 lb
| Model | Wax capacity | Vessel volume | Inner dimensions | Heating power | Standard voltage | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMO 500 | 532 lb (241 kg) | 76 gal (287 L) | 30" dia. x 25" deep | 1,500 W | 110-120 V | $4,995 |
| PRIMO 750 | 770 lb (349 kg) | 110 gal (416 L) | 30" dia. x 36" deep | 1,800 W | 110-120 V | $6,395 |
| PRIMO 1000 | 1,226 lb (556 kg) | 158 gal (598 L) | 36" dia. x 36" deep | 1,800 W | 110-120 V | $7,995 |
| PRIMO 1500 | 1,675 lb (760 kg) | 216 gal (818 L) | 38" dia. x 44" deep | 3,200 W | 220-240 V | $9,750 |
| PRIMO 2000 | 2,054 lb (932 kg) | 316 gal (1,196 L) | 46" dia. x 44" deep | 3,200 W | 220-240 V | $11,995 |
| PRIMO 3000 | 3,500 lb (1,597 kg) | 495 gal (1,874 L) | 50" dia. x 50" deep | 5,300 W | 220-240 V | $15,995 |
| PRIMO 5000 | 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) | 685 gal (2,595 L) | 60" dia. x 56" deep | 8,200 W | 220-240 V | $22,295 |
| PRIMO 7500 | 7,500 lb (3,402 kg) | 950 gal (3,600 L) | 68" dia. x 60" deep | 10,800 W | 220-240 V | $30,995 |
| PRIMO 10000 | 10,000 lb (4,550 kg) | 1,268 gal (4,799 L) | 72" dia. x 72" deep | 12,200 W | 220-240 V | $38,500 |
| PRIMO 12000 | 12,000 lb (5,445 kg) | 1,566 gal (5,927 L) | 80" dia. x 72" deep | 14,800 W | 220-240 V | $45,750 |
| PRIMO 15000 | 15,000 lb (6,804 kg) | 1,957 gal (7,412 L) | 76" dia. x 96" deep | 17,400 W | 220-240 V | $54,995 |
| PRIMO 15000 Rectangular | 15,000 lb (6,804 kg) | 2,053 gal (7,771 L) | 130" L x 76" W x 48" deep | 17,400 W | 220-240 V | $54,995 |
| PRIMO 30000 | 30,000 lb (13,608 kg) | 3,998 gal (15,134 L) | 130" L x 76" W x 96" deep | 35,000 W | 220-240 V | $104,495 |
| PRIMO 45000 | 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) | 5,984 gal (22,653 L) | 150" L x 96" W x 96" deep | 52,000 W | 220-240 V | $153,500 |
| PRIMO 60000 | 60,000 lb (27,216 kg) | 7,979 gal (30,205 L) | 150" L x 128" W x 96" deep | 68,000 W | 220-240 V | $198,995 |
Specifications and prices are taken from each product page (October 2026). All PRIMO models: waterless heating, digital material-temperature control, stainless steel, Up to 212°F / 100°C standard temperature range. Capacity varies with wax density, loading practice and safe operating headspace. Electrical options listed on product pages include 110-120 V, 220-240 V, 480 V and 600 V. Always confirm current specifications on the product page.
Smaller commercial tanks from 25 lb are on the wax melters page. Shop by range: 250 to 750 lb, 1,000 to 5,000 lb, 7,500 lb and up. Budget a larger system with the melter and tank price estimator.
Melting Tank Types for Every Process
PRIMO Melting Tanks
Melt and hold in the same vessel, round or rectangular, 25 lb to 60,000 lb.
PRIMO Rapid-Cycle Melters
For high-throughput melting where recovery between batches sets the pace.
PRIMO Thermal Conditioning Tanks
Gentle, controlled heating, viscosity stability and extended heated holding.
Heated Holding and Dispensing Tanks
Keep material at process temperature next to filling and transfer points.
PW Water-Jacketed Melting Tanks
Stainless indirect heating, 75 lb to 1,000 lb, when your specification requires a jacket.
Dip, Coating and Slab Tanks
Standard, flat-tray, circulating and custom immersion tanks.
Heated Tilting Kettles
Tilt-pour process kettles for batch heating and mixing.
Soap Production Tanks
Melting and holding for soap oils, fats, butters and soap bases.
Custom Melting Tanks
Any size, shape, volume and temperature range, engineered to your drawings.
Water-Jacketed Melting Tanks: PW Series
| Model | Wax capacity | Vessel volume | Inner dimensions | Price |
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PW dimensions and prices from each product page (October 2026).
Industries That Use Our Melting Tanks
Candle and wax, soap, cosmetics and personal care, food and confectionery, investment casting and foundry, hot melt adhesives, aerospace and defense, laboratories, pharmaceutical and many more. See all 40+ industries. Customers range from growing manufacturers to Fortune 500 manufacturers, government agencies and NASA.
What to Send for an Industrial Melting Tank Quote
- Material, density and form (block, slab, flake, pellet or liquid).
- Batch weight or working gallons, batches per shift and required output.
- Starting and target temperatures, hold duration and any mixing.
- Available electrical service: voltage, phase and amperage.
- Downstream process: pouring, pumping, dipping, transfer or filling, plus valve and sanitary requirements.
Proprietary process? We routinely sign mutual NDAs before technical discussions. See our confidentiality and NDA policy.
Industrial Melting Tank FAQ
What is an industrial melting tank?
An industrial melting tank is a heated vessel that turns solid feedstock into a controlled liquid and holds it at process temperature for pouring, pumping, dipping, transfer or filling. PRIMO melting tanks are waterless, digitally controlled and built in stainless steel from 25 lb to 60,000 lb.
What materials can a PRIMO melting tank handle?
PRIMO tanks process soy, paraffin, microcrystalline, beeswax and blended waxes, casting and packaging waxes, cheese and food-contact wax coatings, cosmetic and depilatory waxes, soap bases, oils and compatible industrial compounds. Send your material and target temperature for an application review.
What voltage do industrial melting tanks need?
PRIMO 25 through PRIMO 1000 run on standard 110-120 V. PRIMO 1500 and larger are 220-240 V standard, and 480 V and 600 V options are listed on many product pages. Confirm voltage, phase and amperage at your site with a licensed electrician.
Do you build custom melting tanks?
Yes. We build custom melting and heating tanks in any size, shape, volume and temperature range, including custom gallon sizes, round or rectangular vessels, stands, casters, valves, mixing and filtration. Send internal dimensions, maximum temperature, washdown needs and voltage for a quote.
Is a water-jacketed melting tank better than a waterless tank?
Only when your process or plant specification requires indirect liquid-jacket heating, in which case our PW Series is the right choice. For most new electrically heated applications, a waterless PRIMO gives controlled, even heating without a water reservoir and melts 2-3X faster using half the electricity.
How fast do industrial melting tanks ship?
Usually ships within 7 days. Mutual NDAs can be executed before technical discussions on proprietary materials or processes.
WaxMelters guarantees the best performance and the highest-quality construction. Best performance, energy efficient. Waterless PRIMO heating melts 2-3X faster using half the electricity, with safe, even heat from digital temperature control.
We're proud to hold an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. View our BBB profile.
Usually ships within 7 days. Standard coverage includes the Limited Warranty (1 year on electrical, 3 years on metal parts), with optional Factory Protection Plans. See warranty terms.
WaxMelters (Melting and Filling Equipment Inc.), 2221 5th Ave, Ste 3, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779. Call (888) WAX-MELTERS | (888) 929-6358 or email sales@waxmelters.com, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM ET.
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