Verwater is the specialist for tank relocations. Combined with our jacking techniques we have solutions for shifting tanks of any type and any size. We guarantee that the integrity of a tank remains the same and that the tank is ready for a longer life-span.
Possible ways of relocating tanks are:
• The rolling of the tank on skidtracks
• Mobile crane
• Platform trailers
• Transport over water using pontoons & derricks
Or any of the combinations of above.
Reasons that make the relocation of storage tanks necessary include:
- A modified layout of the tank farm.
- Moving to another location.
- More stringent requirements from the authorities with regard to the safe distance between thanks or neighboring installations.
- Subsequent to leakage, to remove polluted soil from underneath or near the tank.
- The rotation of a tank by a certain angle on its foundation in view of a modified location of pipes and/or fittings.
Many Possibilities
Verwater will investigate the various possible alternatives in each given situation, with the objective of finding the most economical method. Of course with the shortest duration and the least hindrance for the surrounding area and installations.