Tank Work
Industrial Tank Work – Blasting, Welding, Relining & More
Certified Tank Services for Fuel, Water & Chemical Storage Systems
At Fuel Tank Maintenance (FTM), we deliver comprehensive industrial tank services designed for fuel, chemical, and water storage systemsat refineries, power plants, airports, tank farms, and other high-stakes environments. Whether it’s an emergency diesel generator tank, a firewater reservoir, or a chemical storage vessel, our teams are trained, certified, and ready to work — aboveground or underground.
🔧 Complete Tank Reconditioning Services
We service all types of steel tanks (carbon steel, stainless, coated steel) across a range of sizes and applications. Our offerings include:
Abrasive blasting for surface prep
Welding & structural repairs
Tank relining and internal coating
Exterior tank painting
Confined space cleaning
Inspection prep and inspection support
Temporary tank setup and bypass services
We handle projects for:
ASTs (Aboveground Storage Tanks)
USTs (Underground Storage Tanks)
Day tanks for diesel and oil
Ballasted and gravity tanks
Cone- or flat-bottom tanks
Horizontal, vertical, and multi-compartment tanks
🧰 Welding & Structural Repairs
FTM performs:
Plate patching and nozzle replacements
Repads, ladder, manway, and fitting upgrades
Weld repairs per ASME and API 650/653 guidelines
Code tank modifications, including internal baffles and sparging systems
Welds dye-penetrant or hydro-tested as needed
All structural modifications are inspected and documented to your site standards and facility SOPs.
🧱 Bulk Media Treaters & Auto-Backflush Systems
Our bulk treaters are versatile, large-diameter pressure vessels designed to treat targeted contaminants using custom-packed filtration media:
Available Medias:
Activated Carbon – VOCs, hydrocarbons, solvents, color, odor
Zeolite – Ammonia, heavy metals, cations
Organoclay – Emulsified oils, surfactants
Sand and Gravel – TSS and turbidity
Anthracite & Garnet – Depth filtration and polishing
Resins – Targeted ion exchange and specialty separations
Units can be:
Configured for backflushing
Set in series or parallel
Operated with inline or external pumps
Combined with pre-filtration and chemical conditioning
🔍 Tank Inspections & Compliance Support
FTM partners with a trusted network of API 653, STI-SP001, and NACE-certified inspectors to provide full inspection and documentation services.
We support:
Outage inspections and tank prep
Shell and floor UT thickness mapping
Floating roof and seal inspections
Leak detection and hydrotesting
Tank floor replacement prep
RFI support (Repair Follow-Up Inspections)
All repairs and inspections are fully documented for EPA, state, and site-specific compliance.
🏭 Industries We Serve
Refineries and Petrochemical Facilities
Airports and Aviation Fuel Storage
Power Generation Plants (Nuclear, Gas, Hydro)
Tank Farms and Bulk Terminals
Government and Military Fuel Depots
Industrial Firewater and Water Treatment Tanks
💥 Media Blasting – Surface Preparation for Long-Term Protection
Proper surface prep is critical to successful tank restoration. FTM offers multiple blasting methods depending on the application, substrate, and environmental constraints.
Common Blasting Media:
Coal Slag (Black Beauty®): Sharp, fast-cutting, ideal for removing thick coatings and corrosion.
Crushed Glass: Low-dust, non-toxic, effective on steel without embedment.
Garnet: Recyclable, angular media for controlled profiles and reduced dust.
Walnut Shell & Corncob: Biodegradable, gentle abrasives used in vaults, near sensitive equipment, or where plant environmental limits apply.
Sponge Media: Reduces ricochet, ideal for tight or congested workspaces.
Aluminum Oxide: High hardness media for aggressive profiles.
UHP Water Jetting: Up to 40,000 psi for chlorides and embedded coating removal without introducing grit.
Standards & Testing:
Surface prep to SSPC / NACE standards: SP5 (white metal), SP10 (near-white), SP6 (commercial)
Profile measurement per ASTM D4417
Surface salt testing via Bresle method before coating
Optional chloride removal washdowns before lining
🎨 Coating & Tank Lining Services
We install internal linings and exterior coatings for:
Diesel fuel
Jet fuel (JP-5/JP-8)
Water (firewater, process, demineralized)
Chemical products (solvents, caustics, EHC fluids, aromatics)
Lining Types:
100% Solids Epoxies – Standard for fuel and water service
Phenolic Epoxies – Excellent chemical and high-temp resistance
Vinyl Ester Systems – Strong acid and caustic resistance
NSF-61 Certified Linings – For potable or process water tanks
Zinc-rich primers – First layer protection for long service life
Polyurea / Urethane Topcoats – UV, chemical, and abrasion resistance
Application:
Spray-applied (airless or plural)
Stripe coats on welds, seams, and edges
Certified QA/QC inspectors verify:
Dry film thickness (DFT)
Holiday testing (per NACE SP0188)
Cure and recoat intervals
Adhesion and hardness (as required)
⚠️ Confined Space Entry & Safety Protocols
Safety is non-negotiable. FTM follows strict confined space entry (CSE) programs and meets or exceeds OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 requirements.
Our safety measures include:
Entry permits and confined space planning
Continuous atmospheric monitoring (LEL, O₂, CO, H₂S)
Ventilation and mechanical retrieval systems
Rescue-trained crews
Lockout/tagout and hot work protocols
SDS adherence for tank residuals and coatings
We’re experienced in working in sensitive locations such as:
Nuclear power plant vaults
High-security tank farms
EPA-monitored sites
📞 Let’s Talk Tank Work
Whether you’re reconditioning a 500-gallon underground diesel tank or relining a 250,000-gallon firewater tank, Fuel Tank Maintenance is your proven partner for blasting, welding, inspection prep, and industrial-grade coatings.
(931) 265-8866
Tank Work
Industrial Tank Work – Blasting, Welding, Relining & More
Certified Tank Services for Fuel, Water & Chemical Storage Systems
At Fuel Tank Maintenance (FTM), we deliver comprehensive industrial tank services designed for fuel, chemical, and water storage systemsat refineries, power plants, airports, tank farms, and other high-stakes environments. Whether it’s an emergency diesel generator tank, a firewater reservoir, or a chemical storage vessel, our teams are trained, certified, and ready to work — aboveground or underground.
🔧 Complete Tank Reconditioning Services
We service all types of steel tanks (carbon steel, stainless, coated steel) across a range of sizes and applications. Our offerings include:
Abrasive blasting for surface prep
Welding & structural repairs
Tank relining and internal coating
Exterior tank painting
Confined space cleaning
Inspection prep and inspection support
Temporary tank setup and bypass services
We handle projects for:
ASTs (Aboveground Storage Tanks)
USTs (Underground Storage Tanks)
Day tanks for diesel and oil
Ballasted and gravity tanks
Cone- or flat-bottom tanks
Horizontal, vertical, and multi-compartment tanks
🧰 Welding & Structural Repairs
FTM performs:
Plate patching and nozzle replacements
Repads, ladder, manway, and fitting upgrades
Weld repairs per ASME and API 650/653 guidelines
Code tank modifications, including internal baffles and sparging systems
Welds dye-penetrant or hydro-tested as needed
All structural modifications are inspected and documented to your site standards and facility SOPs.
🧱 Bulk Media Treaters & Auto-Backflush Systems
Our bulk treaters are versatile, large-diameter pressure vessels designed to treat targeted contaminants using custom-packed filtration media:
Available Medias:
Activated Carbon – VOCs, hydrocarbons, solvents, color, odor
Zeolite – Ammonia, heavy metals, cations
Organoclay – Emulsified oils, surfactants
Sand and Gravel – TSS and turbidity
Anthracite & Garnet – Depth filtration and polishing
Resins – Targeted ion exchange and specialty separations
Units can be:
Configured for backflushing
Set in series or parallel
Operated with inline or external pumps
Combined with pre-filtration and chemical conditioning
🔍 Tank Inspections & Compliance Support
FTM partners with a trusted network of API 653, STI-SP001, and NACE-certified inspectors to provide full inspection and documentation services.
We support:
Outage inspections and tank prep
Shell and floor UT thickness mapping
Floating roof and seal inspections
Leak detection and hydrotesting
Tank floor replacement prep
RFI support (Repair Follow-Up Inspections)
All repairs and inspections are fully documented for EPA, state, and site-specific compliance.
🏭 Industries We Serve
Refineries and Petrochemical Facilities
Airports and Aviation Fuel Storage
Power Generation Plants (Nuclear, Gas, Hydro)
Tank Farms and Bulk Terminals
Government and Military Fuel Depots
Industrial Firewater and Water Treatment Tanks
💥 Media Blasting – Surface Preparation for Long-Term Protection
Proper surface prep is critical to successful tank restoration. FTM offers multiple blasting methods depending on the application, substrate, and environmental constraints.
Common Blasting Media:
Coal Slag (Black Beauty®): Sharp, fast-cutting, ideal for removing thick coatings and corrosion.
Crushed Glass: Low-dust, non-toxic, effective on steel without embedment.
Garnet: Recyclable, angular media for controlled profiles and reduced dust.
Walnut Shell & Corncob: Biodegradable, gentle abrasives used in vaults, near sensitive equipment, or where plant environmental limits apply.
Sponge Media: Reduces ricochet, ideal for tight or congested workspaces.
Aluminum Oxide: High hardness media for aggressive profiles.
UHP Water Jetting: Up to 40,000 psi for chlorides and embedded coating removal without introducing grit.
Standards & Testing:
Surface prep to SSPC / NACE standards: SP5 (white metal), SP10 (near-white), SP6 (commercial)
Profile measurement per ASTM D4417
Surface salt testing via Bresle method before coating
Optional chloride removal washdowns before lining
🎨 Coating & Tank Lining Services
We install internal linings and exterior coatings for:
Diesel fuel
Jet fuel (JP-5/JP-8)
Water (firewater, process, demineralized)
Chemical products (solvents, caustics, EHC fluids, aromatics)
Lining Types:
100% Solids Epoxies – Standard for fuel and water service
Phenolic Epoxies – Excellent chemical and high-temp resistance
Vinyl Ester Systems – Strong acid and caustic resistance
NSF-61 Certified Linings – For potable or process water tanks
Zinc-rich primers – First layer protection for long service life
Polyurea / Urethane Topcoats – UV, chemical, and abrasion resistance
Application:
Spray-applied (airless or plural)
Stripe coats on welds, seams, and edges
Certified QA/QC inspectors verify:
Dry film thickness (DFT)
Holiday testing (per NACE SP0188)
Cure and recoat intervals
Adhesion and hardness (as required)
⚠️ Confined Space Entry & Safety Protocols
Safety is non-negotiable. FTM follows strict confined space entry (CSE) programs and meets or exceeds OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146 requirements.
Our safety measures include:
Entry permits and confined space planning
Continuous atmospheric monitoring (LEL, O₂, CO, H₂S)
Ventilation and mechanical retrieval systems
Rescue-trained crews
Lockout/tagout and hot work protocols
SDS adherence for tank residuals and coatings
We’re experienced in working in sensitive locations such as:
Nuclear power plant vaults
High-security tank farms
EPA-monitored sites
📞 Let’s Talk Tank Work
Whether you’re reconditioning a 500-gallon underground diesel tank or relining a 250,000-gallon firewater tank, Fuel Tank Maintenance is your proven partner for blasting, welding, inspection prep, and industrial-grade coatings.