Water Storage Tanks
Contractors typically drain and remove water tanks from service to inspect, clean, and sanitize the tank. Furthermore, a large volume of water drained from water tanks is dumped into the ground because it cannot be recycled into the system. Fortunately, we now have access to small portable ROV systems that can help reduce downtime while also providing the necessary accessories to ensure tank cleanliness and integrity.
Types of Water Storage Tanks
Here are the 8 most common water tanks on the market today:
- Fiberglass
- Pillow Tanks
- Concrete
- Stainless Steel
- Bolted Steel
- Galvanized Steel
- Polyethylene
Traditional Water Tank Inspections
Water tanks left without regular maintenance are prone to corrosion or deterioration of commonly used materials. For example, concrete tanks are susceptible to cracking, while steel tanks are at risk of rusting.
ROV Visual Inspection
The market now offers a wide range of submersible ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles). Many of these ROVs are equipped with high-lumen lighting, advanced stabilization, and camera systems that allow them to capture high-definition video and images for visual inspections. These underwater systems enable inspectors to reach greater depths and remain operational for extended periods. Additional ROV accessories allow inspectors to mark specific locations or areas of interest for further analysis.
Because of their portability and compact design, ROVs can be quickly deployed for underwater inspections, eliminating the need for divers and the coordination typically required for such tasks.
ROVs are highly effective tools for inspecting and documenting the condition of the interior tank coating, as well as other critical components of potable water storage tanks, including walls, floors, roofs, inlets, outlets, and vents. They are valuable for detecting leaks, corrosion, and sediment buildup, while also providing an overall visual assessment of the tank’s interior condition.
Why Perform a Water Tank Inspection with an ROV?
Using an ROV eliminates the dangers of confined space entry, which necessitates permits, planning, and paperwork. ROV inspections do not necessitate the emptying or refilling of water tanks. Using an ROV shortens the time-consuming recommissioning process.
ROVs have the potential to improve traditional water tank inspection methods. Our team discovered the following advantages of using ROVs over traditional methods:
- Using an ROV eliminates the risks associated with entering a confined space, which necessitates permits, planning, and paperwork.
- ROV inspections do not necessitate the emptying or refilling of water tanks.
- If repair work is required following an ROV inspection, the footage can be saved and used to aid in future planning. This can save time and money in the long run.
- ROV footage provides the detailed, close-up views required to inspect the inside of a tank.
- ROVs have improved tools and attachments that allow them to take samples from inside a tank and measure the thickness of the walls.
Bring the ROV up to the top of the tower with us easily. We can complete all of your inspections from the launch site on top of the tower – or remotely from our inspection vehicle if you prefer. The digital video recorder will capture our entire dive, including depth, water temperature, and heading, which we will either give to our client or include as documentation with our final report.
Our inspection video and accompanying reports assist you in determining the overall condition of the interior and exterior of your tank, assisting you in identifying and budgeting for any necessary repairs. Corrosion, coating failure, and other anomalies will be documented and noted on the survey video and reports.
We offer tried and tested services in Crockett, Grapeland, Kennard, Latexo, Lovelady, Ratcliff, HOUSTON, TEXAS.
We also offer tried and tested services in Longbeach, and cities, towns, suburbs, localities, and places close to Long Beach such as Lakewood, Rossmoor, Lincoln Village, Seal Beach, Hawaiian Gardens, Los Alamitos, Cypress, Bellflower, Carson, La Palma, Paramount, Cerritos, East Compton, West Carson, Compton, Norwalk, Stanton, Westminster, Lomita, Downey, Lynwood, Rolling Hills Estates, Cudahy, CALIFORNIA.
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Call Raven American Tanks at +1 800 656 0167
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1305 W 11th St #4087 Houston, TX 77008 USA
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