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
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
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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The advantages of galvanizing metals versus painting
Steel structures are fortified by their finishing coat. Painting steel and galvanizing it are two tried and true methods to protect steel against rusting and ultimately deterioration. Humans have been painting surfaces since prehistoric times, as evidenced by cave murals. …
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Tank Jacking
How many jacks does it take to raise a tank? Well, that depends on many factors – with the most important being the tank’s weight. It took 24 jacks to raise a two-million-gallon above ground storage tank in Northern Kentucky. …
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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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Pittsburg Tank & Tower Group: Four great companies in one
Communication Towers and Water Towers – you see them everywhere. Water is necessary to sustain life. Some might argue that cell phones are a necessity to modern life. The products and services of the employee-owned Pittsburg Tank & Tower Group …
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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
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
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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