Above ground storage vessels
Thermal insulation solutions for above ground storage vessels operating at cold or hot temperatures. Our systems limit heat transfer and fire risks and provide moisture and corrosion resistance so that process control is assured and energy costs are kept at a minimum.
Storage vessels are an important element in the processing industry. Many processes have multiple materials that are stored in vessels until they are introduced into the process. Vessels can contain liquids, oils or gases under a wide range of temperatures.
Many vessels are made of steel and therefore could be subjected to corrosive environments as a result of leakage, overfilling or water ingress from rain or condensation. This is one of the reasons why vessels should be insulated, ideally with an insulation system that is capable of meeting corrosion resistance requirements while providing long-term insulation efficiency.
Corrosion under insulation can proceed undetected until a leak finally occurs. Such leaks can be particularly hazardous, if they involve facilities that contain combustible liquids or gases, materials at very high temperatures, or pressure vessels.
Degradation of insulation efficiency can cause severe problems with process control and interfere with both the quality and quantity of the manufactured product. Problems include excessive boil-off or product loss, shut-down of chemical processes, interruption of fluid flow by freezing or solidification or undesired changes in viscosity
A FOAMGLAS® insulation system can help protect your vessel from possible ingress of moisture or other liquids, which may help limit corrosion of the tank itself. The system will remain dry and keep its thermal efficiency over time helping to ensure process control, integrity of the content, and that operating costs kept at a minimum.
Its thermal properties will help ensure that the surface temperature is limited in both cold and hot service vessels, providing proper personnel protection. FOAMGLAS® insulation can help your vessel run efficiently as well as safely.
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