Sprinkler Tank Lining
When a number of minor leaks were discovered in an industrial fire sprinkler storage tank, Sui Generis were called in to carry out a permanent repair by giving the cylindrical tank a watertight GRP (fibreglass) lining. The whole installation was completed within a week, leaving the customer with a tank free from leaks and corrosion for many years to come.
1. A full and long-lasting water tank repair fixing leaks and corrosion.
Corrosion
The manufacturer’s water storage tank, which supplied a factory-wide sprinkler system, had been found to be suffering from severe corrosion at the water level, resulting in several small leaks. Not only did this constitute a potential threat to the factory in the event of a fire, it meant it would fail a forthcoming safety inspection and lead to higher insurance costs.
2. The GRP lining is strong, flexible and will last many years.
Recommendation
The client’s insurers recommended that Sui Generis should be called in to carry out a full and long-lasting repair to the tank. After a free survey, Sui Generis recommended applying a strong, flexible GRP lining that would repair the corroded areas and ensure the tank was completely watertight.
3. Sui Generis’ health and safety training ensures the company provides the highest standards of workmanship on site in a safe and professional manner, including working at height and in confined spaces.
Installation
The Sui Generis team first extracted the sludge that had accumulated at the bottom of the tank, and grit-blasted the internal surfaces to remove scale and rust. As the band of corrosion at the water level was severe, they removed all these damaged areas and then rebuilt the upper part of the tank with GRP. They applied four layers on the inside and an extra one outside, continuing above the corroded area to provide extra strength.
The industrial GRP lining was applied to the whole of the tank interior to ensure every part was sealed. The lining was then sprayed with a light grey finish. The whole process was completed with minimal disruption within a week and for a fraction of the cost of a new tank.
4. The completed tank with industrial GRP lining to the top and interior.
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