At MTC Masters As part of our after service and customer care, it is vitally important to keep the maintenance of your tanks in mind after purchase and installation. As a specialist in the supply, installation and onward maintenance of fuel and chemical tanks, facilities, depot, terminals, dispenser pumps, web-based fuel management, tank gauging and cleaning as well as the associated control systems.
At MTC Masters we recommend to all our clients that a proprietor should at least undertake a fuel tank inspection at least once a year. Ensure that the fuel tank inspection is performed by a qualified professional. Using the results you get one can then address any concerns or issues that are revealed by the inspection. It is important to address any issues found as quickly as possible. If you leave them unaddressed they will only get worse.
Check your Fuel Levels
Having accurate fuel records is important. Keep track of fuel tank levels by checking the levels regularly and keeping records. The records can help you catch a sudden drop, which could indicate a potential leak in your fuel tank.
Examine the Area Surrounding your Fuel Tank
We recommend that you carry out frequent fuel tank inspections on a regular basis, where you make a note of all pipework and equipment, primary and secondary containment, as well as the surrounding area. This does not need a professional as it helps with addressing issues faster and saves the business money.
Visual inspection of all equipment should not display signs of:
Corrosion or degradation
Obvious leaks, damage or interference
Deformation or warping
Inspection of all access points, vents and sight gauges are closed off or shielded from water, dirt and insects. Also check the bund is free of water, oil or debris such as rubbish or plant matter. Other areas are the surroundings for obvious changes in the supporting structure and base, as well as checking for oil stains on the supports or ground at the base of the tank.
While modern tanks with improved security have decreased the risk of spillage, no tank is impervious to neglect. Inspecting your tank regularly is vital to ensuring that there are no unexpected issues. Basic maintenance of fuel tanks is not time-consuming, as replacing an old tank.
MTC Masters is a 100% BBBEE Level One established company based in Midrand, South Africa. We offer tailor-made packages that include but are not limited to the supply, installation and onward maintenance of fuel and chemical tanks in facilities such as depots, terminals for commercial and retail sites. We provide inspection services and maintenance for fuel tanks, dispensers, meters, pipelines, tanks and gauges in the petrochemical stations.
For further information on inspecting your fuel tank or tank maintenance contact us today.