Tank Cleaning in Fire Protection Tanks

Tank Cleaning in Fire Protection Tanks

Sprinkler systems are key components for fighting a fire. Water needs to move swiftly through the sprinklers to douse flames. This can’t happen if something happens to clog the sprinkler system like sediment. What is sediment? Dirt and debris – …
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Water Tank Inspections are Critical

Water Tank Inspections are Critical

You never know what special circumstances might arise when inspecting an industrial water tank.  Our crew in Florida got an unexpected surprise last month when they reached the top of this water tank. A family of raccoons greeted the inspector …
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Tank Relocation Versus Demolition

Tank Relocation Versus Demolition

In 2021 we dismantled a 150,000-gallon elevated tank in southern Alabama, moved it three miles down the road, and reassembled the tank at a new location.  The lumber product manufacturer that owns the tank wanted it moved to a new …
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Tank Cleaning in Fire Protection Tanks

Tank Cleaning in Fire Protection Tanks

Sprinkler systems are key components for fighting a fire. Water needs to move swiftly through the sprinklers to douse flames. This can’t happen if something happens to clog the sprinkler system like sediment. What is sediment? Dirt and debris – …
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New Painting Regulations for Potable Tanks

New Painting Regulations for Potable Tanks

Interior coating systems for potable tanks changed January 2023. The new regulations apply to tanks that are either new or are being repainted. The United States and Canada adhere to the NSF/ANSI/CAN 600 standard for drinking water system components. Who …
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In-house versus third party storage tank inspections

In-house versus third party storage tank inspections

Storage tanks, just like any asset, require attention and maintenance.  Storage tanks – whether they hold water, gasoline or a chemical – should be frequently evaluated.  Tank operators can help keep their tanks in working order by performing regular in-house …
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Why Do Tanks Collapse?

Why Do Tanks Collapse?

You’re out in the middle of nowhere, and your water tank suddenly collapses. Now you’re left without clean water and have to figure out how to prevent it from happening again. Water tanks are vital in our lives but can …
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Storage Tanks – A Slice of Americana

Storage Tanks – A Slice of Americana

Unassuming structures though they might be, most water tanks hold a lot of history along with the liquid of life.  For something that most people take for granted – water towers serve many purposes.  Not only do they store water …
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Tank Maintenance

The Do’s and Don’ts of Tank Maintenance

Storage tank maintenance is like any other kind of maintenance. There are best practices you should follow and bad practices to avoid.  Here is a list at some dos and don’ts of tank maintenance. Do get your tank inspected regularly: …
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Tank Safety Evolution  By Erin Schmitt

Tank Safety Evolution By Erin Schmitt

Ernie O’Nan has just about seen it all during his decades in the storage tank industry. By the time he retired for the final time (a few times didn’t take) in 2014, he had seen the tank industry evolve from …
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