Everything You Need To Know About Tank Sweeps Share We have seen a lot of changes over the last several decades in the oil and gas industry. More specifically in areas regarding how equipment is inspected and maintained. Most of the processes have gone from high labor to high tech. For example, cleaning oil tanks used to be a much more labor intensive and unsafe process. Now, with the help of technology there are some pretty amazing tank sweep non-entry systems hitting the market, that can offer not only a more precise but safer alternative to traditional methods. Why The Need for Tank Sweep Storage of oil in fuel tanks can lead to sludge buildup. This sludge needs to be periodically removed (desludged) because it can lead to corrosion inside the tank which can negatively affect operations by clogging filter nozzles, safety valves, and pipes (tank cleaning). It can also cause corrosion of the oil tank which may lead to leaks that can lead to fires and/or environmental pollution. Advantages of Tank Sweep The tank sweep process is a highly efficient development. It can reduce downtime due to the speed of the systems, lower costs because of the reduction of waste products, increase safety because it is a non-entry operation, and is better for the environment because it allows for a higher level of hydrocarbon recovery. How Tank Sweep Works Tank Sweep processes were traditionally developed to handle incidences where solid levels in tanks were high and prohibited the removal of manway covers on tanks or landing of floating roofs, but are now being used as a highly effective tank cleaning solution. Below is general overview of how Tank Sweep works: Tank Sweep Setup: Tank Sweep units are fitted to the tank shell using either a cold tap flange or by hot tapping a flange if there are no available manways on the tank. Pump is fitted together with hoses and a filtration unit Tank Sweep Operations: Jet streams are directed through nozzles into the tank Tank contents are circulated under high pressure and carefully controlled to prevent spilling and control mixing Once the liquid in the tank is homogenized the fluid begins being sent to a centrifuge for liquids screening The centrifuge removes solids from the homogeneous mixture Oil and water is returned to the tank in order to maintain safe operating levels Operation is deemed complete once the required specific gravity in homogenized fluid is achieved Tank Sweep System Components Most Tank Sweep systems are comprised of the following components: Centrifugal Pump Unit Hydraulic Jacking Pump Tank Sweep Unit Manway Cannon Filter Units Decanter Centrifuge or Tricanter Centrifuge Hoses Bolt Kit About Rotating Solutions Rotating Solutions was founded in 2007, and since day one, our vision was to provide a one-stop destination for industrial, refinery, wastewater management, and oilfield solutions, services and rental offerings. Presently, we are a leading provider of equipment and support to industrial refining zones, major operators, independent operators, service companies, rental tool companies, contractors, drilling companies, workover companies, engineering companies, completion companies, and many more. RSI Rental Solutions, a division of Rotating Solutions Inc., focuses primarily on industrial service rentals for the petrochemical markets, offering superior service while meeting all of your rental needs. With a focus on 2 & 3 phase centrifuge packages, manway cannons, tank sweeps, vacuum systems, decontaminator units, screw conveyors, and diesel pressure washers, we are dedicated to being your one-stop shop, and will work with you and your team to find the solutions that meet your business’s needs, including providing custom equipment and mobile repair and maintenance solutions. At Rotating Solutions, we pride ourselves at being far more than a typical centrifuge repair facility, we offer a complete Life Cycle Management Program (CLCM). With CLCM, we completely digitize the entire process of the repair cycle. Topics: Tank Cleaning, Oil & Gas, Tank Sweeper Follow Us Subscribe To Our Blog Email* Recent Posts The Importance of Solids Control in the Oil & Gas Industry Solids control in oil and gas production is the process of removing solids in drilling fluid. The... Everything You Need to Know About Screw Conveyors Screw conveyors are a type of machine that helps to transport solids, slurry, and liquids. They can... Popular Posts Everything You Need To Know About A Decanter Centrifuge Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream: Clearing the Lexicon Confusion 5 Ways To Improve Quality Control In Industrial Manufacturing Say Hello To The RS-2100 3 Phase Decanter! 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