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Articles profile is correct prior to applying the paint. External Painting The most frequently used external coating in the UK for underground tanks is Endoprene solvent free polyurethane. This is applied to a minimum 800 microns dry film thickness generally whilst the tank is rotating on a specially designed rig. Following application the thickness is checked and a 100% pin hole check is carried out. Should there be any areas needing repair these are done to a strict repair procedure.
Bunded Storage Units – FuelBank CZ is a major supplier of bunded storage units with their own product called FuelBank. All these units comply with the Control of Pollution regulations and can be supplied with end security cabinet and as many facilities and systems as the client may require.
Cement Vessels For transportation of dry powder products including cement allowing easier movement and dispensing.
Base Frame Assembly – Optional Extra BP has taken the base frame assembly as standard on all their tanks for a number of years and this system received the BP safety innovation award 2006. The assembly consists of a steel frame and cradles, re-bars and mesh, fully rated holding down straps offloading slings and guide ropes. The installation is easier and quicker and has major safety benefits. These benefits are encouraging and increasing numbers of customers are including this assembly with their underground tank installations.
Framed Tanks Tanks can be supplied as complete ISO framed units or frames designed specifically for ease of transportation and stacking. Where a quantity of tanks is required, particularly for export the framed units are the perfect choice.
Drilling Mud Storage Manufactured for bulk storage of drilling fluids. Located on the quayside and available for fluid transport to the offshore rigs for drill lubrication.
Aviation Fuel Tanks CZ is the leading supplier of shop fabricated single skin and double sin tanks for the storage of JET A1, Avtur, OTHER PRODUCTS SHOWING THE VERSITILITY OF CZ LPG Vessels From 4 tonne to 30 tonne above ground LPG vessels for industrial or forecourt use. Supplied fully kitted out with sophisticated external paint system. 50
Marine Buoys Fabricated heavy duty vessels for navigational use, kitted out by the client with all the latest sophisticated equipment.
APEA tel/fax 0845 603 5507
