Throughout the years, we have gathered substantial proficiency in lining and repairing storage tanks of diverse shapes and sizes. These tanks are situated in different locations – some above ground, others underground – and they span a spectrum from good to poor condition. From our vast industry experience, one fact emerges: corrosion represents the most significant hazard to the longevity of storage tanks.
So What is Corrosion?
Corrosion, a natural phenomenon influenced by chemistry, metallurgy, and electricity, involves the gradual deterioration of materials due to chemical reactions within their environment.
This degradation compromises the advantageous characteristics of materials, including their strength, appearance, and ability to resist liquid and gas penetration.
In the production of steel for storage tanks and various applications, energy is introduced in the form of fire and heat. This creates an energy imbalance in the resulting steel, which nature seeks to correct by returning the material to its original state.
To discharge this excess energy, nature releases electrons, restoring balance and initiating the corrosion of the metal, transforming it back into iron oxide, commonly known as rust.
The presence of water, whether solid, liquid, or vapor, significantly accelerates the corrosion process. Stored water acts as a potent electrolyte, facilitating ion transfer and current flow within the steel’s microstructure.
Storage tanks and piping systems provide an optimal environment for corrosion to occur. In addition to atmospheric corrosion, these systems offer the necessary water and nutrients for microbial growth, further aggravating the corrosion process.
Lining Stops Corrosion
Efficient management and regulation of internal corrosion can be attained by appropriately applying protective coatings.
These coatings act as a shield between the steel tank and the stored substance, effectively impeding corrosion. By disrupting electron flow, these coatings halt the onset of corrosion.
Moreover, internal coatings act as a deterrent against microbes directly targeting the steel, thus preventing microbiologically influenced corrosion.
Good Preparation and Good Coating Application
Ensuring proper application of coatings is crucial to prevent discontinuities, such as breaks or gaps, which could allow corrosion to resurface on the steel surface.
These discontinuities often result from inadequate surface preparation or incorrect coating application methods.
Thoroughly preparing the steel surface and correctly applying the coating system can help reduce the occurrence of discontinuities and extend the coating’s lifespan.
Failures in lining due to improper or insufficient application can result in severe consequences for the operator, including significant financial losses from lost revenue, expenses for lining replacement and tank repairs, and potential fines due to tank leakage.
When lining your storage tanks, it’s essential to engage an experienced and reputable company.
Applying a protective coating or lining to the tank’s interior not only assists in controlling corrosion but also ensures product purity.
The smoothness of tank lining coatings can improve the flow of stored products, minimizing residue left in the tank.
Given stringent environmental regulations, tank storage facilities must prevent tank leaks and any contamination of surrounding land or waterways.
Using protective coatings leads to lower operating costs, reduced repair needs, and an extended design life for storage tanks, ultimately increasing profits.
Corrosion protection typically involves thinner coatings or flexible lining products for above-ground applications, while epoxy composite lining systems combined with mortar are suitable for new structures. Our coatings line prioritizes chemical resistance on various surfaces such as concrete, steel, masonry, and more, across municipal, industrial, institutional, and energy/utility applications.
We strongly recommend applying preventative coatings to newly installed structures before putting them into service to ensure the longest possible service life.
We offer tried and tested services in Crockett, Grapeland, Kennard, Latexo, Lovelady, Ratcliff, HOUSTON, TEXAS.
We also offer tried and tested services in Longbeach, and cities, towns, suburbs, localities, and places close to Long Beach such as Lakewood, Rossmoor, Lincoln Village, Seal Beach, Hawaiian Gardens, Los Alamitos, Cypress, Bellflower, Carson, La Palma, Paramount, Cerritos, East Compton, West Carson, Compton, Norwalk, Stanton, Westminster, Lomita, Downey, Lynwood, Rolling Hills Estates, Cudahy, CALIFORNIA.
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