Water Storage Tanks
To maintain clean and healthy water tanks, contractors traditionally shut them down for inspection, cleaning, and sanitization. This process wastes a considerable amount of water, as the drained water cannot be reused. Thankfully, compact and portable ROV systems offer a solution. These innovative devices minimize downtime while providing the necessary tools for tank maintenance.
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
Over time, unattended water tanks are susceptible to corrosion and degradation of the materials commonly used in their construction. For example, concrete tanks are prone to cracking, whereas steel tanks are vulnerable to rust.
ROV Visual Inspection
Today’s market is filled with submersible ROVs (Remote Operated Vehicles) that feature high-lumen lighting, advanced stabilization, and camera systems. These capabilities assist in maintaining position and capturing high-definition video and images for visual inspection. Underwater ROV systems allow inspectors to explore greater depths for extended periods. Additional ROV accessories enable inspectors to mark specific locations and areas of interest for closer examination.
Due to their portability and compact size, these Remote Operated Vehicles can be quickly deployed for underwater operations without the need to schedule or coordinate with divers.
ROVs are the most efficient tool for examining and documenting the overall condition of the interior tank coating and critical components of potable storage tanks, including walls, floors, roofs, inlets, outlets, and vents. They are invaluable for detecting leaks, harmful corrosion, and sediment buildup within the storage tank, as well as providing a visual assessment of its interior condition.
Why Conduct a Water Tank Inspection with an ROV?
Utilizing a Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) for water tank inspections offers several advantages over traditional methods.
Here’s why ROV inspections are an excellent choice:
- Elimination of Confined Space Entry Risks: Using an ROV removes the need for personnel to enter confined spaces, thereby avoiding the need for permits, extensive planning, and paperwork.
- No Need to Drain or Refill Tanks: ROV inspections negate the requirement to empty and refill water tanks, streamlining the process and reducing downtime.
- Efficient Recommissioning: By employing an ROV, the time-consuming recommissioning process is greatly simplified, facilitating quicker restoration of tank operations.
- Archival Footage for Future Planning: If repairs are required following an ROV inspection, the footage can be archived for future reference, potentially saving both time and costs.
- Detailed, Close-Up Views: ROVs capture high-resolution footage that provides detailed, close-up views necessary for a thorough inspection of the tank’s condition.
- Advanced Tools and Attachments: Equipped with enhanced tools, ROVs can take samples from within tanks and measure wall thickness, providing critical data for maintenance planning.
- Convenient Deployment: ROVs can be easily transported to the top of the tank tower. Inspections can be conducted from the launch site atop the tower or remotely from an inspection vehicle, depending on your preference.
- Comprehensive Documentation: The digital video recorder captures the entire dive, including depth, water temperature, and heading. This data is included in the final report, providing comprehensive documentation of the inspection.
- Thorough Condition Assessment: Our inspection videos and reports provide a complete assessment of both the interior and exterior condition of your tank, assisting you in identifying and budgeting for necessary repairs. Any corrosion, coating failures, or other anomalies will be meticulously documented and noted in the survey video and reports.
Overall, ROV inspections enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of water tank inspections, providing a safer, more cost-effective, and detailed evaluation method.
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