Research shows that tanks have an average lifespan of 20 years. However, this duration may differ depending on the material, installation method, and maintenance practices. Despite their durability, storage tanks may wear out with time due to exposure to external...
Looking for some corrosion prevention techniques? Corrosion is when metal deteriorates due to moisture and air. Oxidizing agents change the chemical composition of the metal. This is what turns your shiny metal pipe into a brittle rusted one. Global expenditure on...
All companies that distribute, manufacture, or sell drinking water in North America are required to comply with NSF/ANSI 61. What is NSF/ANSI 61? Do you have to be NSF 61 certified or only NSF 61 compliant? What's the difference? If these questions are making you...
In 1919, a distilling tank exploded in Puerto Rico due to unsatisfactory safety inspections. It emptied 2.5 million gallons of molasses and killed 21 people. While storage tank failures are common, but they are preventable. An industrial tank reconstruction might be...
Industrial system breakdowns can cause huge financial losses. Waiting for these issues to get fixed makes matters even worse, resulting in bigger losses in time and profits. If you're tired of going through the usual waiting time to get your system fixed, then it's...
The weather is highly unpredictable, and the US experiences about 20 destructive natural disasters each year. The worst part of natural disasters is often the aftermath. General accidents are just as unpredictable. Extensive damages are expensive and cost millions to...
Research shows that piping systems reinforced with carbon fiber are four times stronger than aluminum and three times stronger than maraging steel. It’s not surprising that the market for carbon fibers was valued at 2.471 billion dollars in 2020 and is set to grow at...
When your equipment breaks down, it throws off everything in your work environment. In no time at all, your efficiency and productivity drop. In worst-case scenarios, your safety may even be at risk. All of this is especially true if you experience a break in your gas...
Pipelines play an integral role for homes and businesses. They provide a secure pathway for freshwater to go through. It also provides a separate passageway to divert and transfer wastewater. One notable problem encountered with these pipes is corrosion damage. A way...
Do you need to reline or repair a leaky water/oil storage tank, or is it time to replace your leaky storage tank instead? Deciding whether you need to replace or repair a leaky storage tank can be tricky. It's especially when it's your first time considering between...