Tank linings provide a protective layer between the tank’s interior surface and the product being stored. Tank linings are essential for preventing corrosion, prolonging a tank’s life cycle, and ensuring that product purity is maintained. It is important to understand the basics of tank lining inspections in order to ensure that your tanks remain in top condition.
We’ll keep your tanks and equipment corrosion-free.
If your tank’s lining failed, would you be able to tell? Toronto Industrial Painting is a leading provider of periodic tank and equipment inspections. Call 416-444-5092 today! Our certified coating inspectors examine the interior and exterior of your tanks, as well as all associated piping and equipment, to detect signs of wear, corrosion, stress, pitting, damage, or other problems that could lead to catastrophic failure.
Toronto Tank lining inspection services include:
- Visual Inspection – Tank lining thickness determination
- Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) – Detects corrosion in the form of cracks, pitting, or other anomalies hidden from the naked eye
- Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UT) – Determines lining thickness
- Holiday Detection – Detects pinholes, thin spots, or other small defects
- Penetrant Testing – Identifies cracks and porosity
- Borescopy – Visual inspection of internal tank surfaces
- X-Ray or Gamma Ray Testing – Detects corrosion and other anomalies
- Corrosion Mapping – This creates a detailed map of corrosion on the tank’s lining and surrounding surfaces.
By checking tanks and equipment regularly that come into contact with corrosive chemicals, we safeguard people and the environment while also saving you money.
Purpose of a Tank Lining Inspection
The main purpose of a tank lining inspection is to look for signs of damage or wear and tear on the tank’s protective coating or lining. During an inspection, it is important to check for any signs of deterioration such as cracking, flaking, blistering, peeling, etc. If any signs of damage are found during an inspection, they should be addressed immediately in order to prevent further damage from occurring.
In addition to looking for signs of damage or wear and tear on the tank’s protective coating or lining, it is also important to inspect all other components related to the tank’s structural integrity. This includes checking for loose bolts and fittings, cracks or other structural flaws in the tanks walls or roof structure, and any other issues which may put the integrity of the tank at risk.
Conducting Regular Inspections
It is recommended that regular inspections be conducted on all tanks in order to ensure that they remain free from corrosion and other forms of deterioration. The frequency with which inspections should be conducted depends on several factors including age of the tank, type of product stored inside the tank (e.g., hazardous materials), environmental conditions (e.g., humidity levels), etc. Generally speaking though, it is recommended that inspections be conducted at least once every six months in order to ensure proper maintenance practices are being implemented and followed regularly.
Tank linings provide essential protection against corrosion and contamination while prolonging a tank’s life cycle. It is important for facility owners/operators to understand how often their tanks need to be inspected in order to maintain optimal performance conditions while reducing risk associated with potential damages caused by inadequate maintenance practices. By conducting regular inspections on their tanks and addressing any issues found during these inspections promptly they can help ensure their facility remains compliant with industry standards while keeping costs associated with repairs down over time.
In addition to conducting regular tank lining inspection services, our experienced team of coating specialists can provide you with the support and guidance necessary to ensure your tank remains in peak condition. From choosing the right lining material to ensuring proper application techniques are used, we’ll ensure that your tanks remain safe and efficient for years to come.
Contact us today for more information about our tank lining inspection services or to get a quote for your project. With our expertise and experience, you can trust us to help you make the right decisions when it comes to protecting your tank.
If you have any questions or need more information about our Toronto tank lining inspection services, don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to helping you keep your facility safe and compliant with industry standards.
Coating inspection services
If you are looking for a qualified coating inspector, Toronto Industrial Coating Consultants can help. We are a team of NACE-certified coating inspectors with over 25 years of experience in the industry. We offer holiday testing, coatings specification development, and on-site consultation. Call us today at 416-444-5092 to book a consultation.
Our qualified coating inspectors provide the following services:
- Coating Inspection
- Coating Consulting
- Quality Assurance
- Quality Control Consulting
- Failure Analysis
- Specification Writing
- Holiday/pinhole testing
- Galvanizing inspection
Call us today at 416-444-5092 to book a consultation. Our team of experts is ready to help you with all your coating needs!
