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Feature Comparison
| Feature | CFP | Competition | Why CFP POL-E |
| Material | Polyester (POL-E) | Polypropylene blends | Both poly for zero corrosion |
| Fiber Reinforced | Yes | No | 8-10 times stronger |
| Crack Proof | Yes | No | 8-10 times tougher |
| Expansion Rate | 1/8" in 10'-0" thermo set plastic | 1 7/8" in 10'-0" thermo plastic | 1/15th that of poly and far more stable |
| Proven Durable | Yes, since 1971 | No, since 1988-94-96 | Fewer problems |
| Sheets and Seams | None | Hundreds of feet in welded seams | 1,000s of failures; 500:1 of POL-E |
| Fully Removable Bolt Down Lid | Standard | Welded on std., removable not available or cost huge $ | Unbolt to remove debris for $ and time saved |
| Construction | Seamless 1 piece shell | Glue gun welded | No weak points to fail |
| Fittings | Flex designed CFP urethane | Polypropylene thicker sheet inserts | More designs, flexibility and durability |
| Weight | Lightest on market | Higher (More material used) | Weight saved |
| Flow Rates | Best in business | Slower (More baffles) | Better rates of flow |
| Baffle Systems | NFPA for slosh control only | NFPA but 2+ times more added for needed strength | Better flow; less weight |
| Gallons to Space | Less size | More baffles displace water | Smallest size |
| Center of Gravity | Lowest on market | More baffles = higher tanks | Better truck control |
| Versatile Shapes | Molded to suit; virtually any | Sheets are far less versatile | Saves space; more flexible designs |
| Versatile Sizes | Molded to suit | Less versatile | Saves space |
| Dump Valves | Many available | Few designs | Less versatile |
| Foam Cells | Many designs | Boxed baffles | Better draining designs |
| Maintenance and Trouble Free | Proven; No tank ever replaced | Many replaced and repaired | Better reliability; 500:1 |
| Tank Support Structure | 1/2 that of poly | 2 times more | Less weight and cost |
| Warranty Support | Best warranty on the market | Lifetime warranty; actually 7 years or less with many loopholes | Unlimited time plus $200/day in service guarantee |
| Warranty Transfer Option | Yes; at the time of owner or chassis transfer | No/Yes at manufacturers discretion only | End user discretion with notification from DF in 60 days |
