There are many businesses that will need to store large amounts of fuel on their property. While it may seem like storage tanks for fuel will be fairly simple devices, there are important steps that you should be following to prevent your tank from suffering needless damage or wear and tear.
Have The Fuel Tank Flushed On A Regular Schedule
If your fuel tank will stay filled for long periods of time, you may find that it can be beneficial to flush the tanks on a somewhat regular schedule. This is necessary because it can be possible for impurities and minerals from the fuel to start to gather. These sediments can lower the quality of the fuel that is flowing from the storage tank, and this can severely impact the performance of your devices that will be using the fuel. Another potential problem that this can cause is that it may lead to the pipes from the fuel tank becoming clogged. As a result, flushing the tank will remove these sediments so that you can avoid these problems. Fortunately, this is only a type of work that needs to be done every few years.
Seal The Exterior Of The Fuel Tank
The exterior of the fuel tank can be exposed to very intense conditions. These weather conditions can lead to the tank developing substantial amounts of rust that will degrade the appearance of the tank as well as compromise its integrity. If your fuel tanks are pressurized, this can be particularly problematic. Applying a coating that will protect the exterior against corrosion will allow you to minimize these problems if it is not practical to bring the storage tank inside.
Avoiding Getting Deicing Chemicals On The Tank
During the winter months, you may need to apply deicing chemicals to the parking lot around your business. These chemicals can keep the pavement safe for cars and individuals by limiting the buildup of ice. However, it is important to be aware of the fact that these chemicals can be extremely corrosive to metal. To protect your tanks against being damaged by the deicing chemicals, you should avoid applying these substances to the pavement near the storage tank. Rather, a layer of sand may be sufficient to prevent ice or provide traction for the ice that does form. Another solution can be to install a small fence around the storage tank as this will greatly reduce the amount of deicing chemicals that can inadvertently get on the exterior of the storage tank. Contact a service, like Allen-Jac corporation, for more help.
Share19 August 2017
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