Title:
Concrete Tank Inspections
Author(s):
Jay H. Paul
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
20
Issue:
8
Appears on pages(s):
62-64
Keywords:
contaminants; deterioration; inspection; surveys; tanks;
DOI:
Date:
8/1/1998
Abstract:
The objective of a tank or reservoir inspection program is to help owners keep these facilities in operation as long as possible with minimal downtime. That means identifying defects that can result in contamination or failure of the structure. Effective repairs begin with a thorough inspection. With careful planning and preparation, condition surveys provide valuable information about the causes of deterioration and distress. Once you understand why something happened, you can specify the appropriate remedy.