Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Tank Trouble Tuesday


A fueling facility in Tanknology's Northeast region requested a TankCam® Tank Material Verification. The tank was 10,000 gallons and held unleaded gasoline.

The TankCam inspection showed conclusive visual evidence of the presence of a steel tank.

TankCam® video inspection services from Tanknology help you detect UST problems with no need for excavation or manned entry. TankCam is patent pending.



Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Tank Trouble Tuesday


A fueling facility in Tanknology's Southwest region requested a TankCam® inspection of a 2,000 gallon fiberglass tank to inspect for undesirable conditions or abnormal operating conditions. The tank held diesel.

The TankCam inspection revealed discoloration and residue throughout the tank. Residue and sludge could be seen on bottom of tank and exposed fibers observed on small area on side. Corrosion could be seen on riser bungs. 

TankCam® video inspection services from Tanknology help you detect UST problems with no need for excavation or manned entry. TankCam is patent pending.



Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Tank Trouble Tuesday


A fueling facility in Tanknology's Gulf Coast region requested a TankCam® inspection of a 6,000 gallon steel tank to inspect for undesirable conditions or abnormal operating conditions. The tank held E85.

The TankCam inspection revealed oxidation, residue, and minor corrosion in the tank. The inspection also showed unusual stains at striker plate and the seam between side and endcap of the tank.

TankCam® video inspection services from Tanknology help you detect UST problems with no need for excavation or manned entry. TankCam is patent pending.




Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Tank Trouble Tuesday


 A fueling facility in Tanknology's Northeast region requested a TankCam® inspection of a 12,000 gallon fiberglass tank to inspect for undesirable conditions or abnormal operating conditions. The tank held regular unleaded.

The TankCam inspection revealed a build-up of sediment on the tank bottom. Some residue build-up was observed on the tank walls near the product line and white discoloration was seen on the top of the tank. Some peeling of a surface film was observed, but appeared to have no effect on the integrity of the fiberglass itself. Some corrosion was observed in the manway around the STP.

TankCam® video inspection services from Tanknology help you detect UST problems with no need for excavation or manned entry. TankCam is patent pending.