Tank Rehabilitation & Surface Coating
Sealing tank bases, repairing tank roofs and floating roofs, coating surfaces in compliance with standards: as a certified specialist company under the German Water Resources Act (WHG) and AwSV ordinance, we protect your facility – and the groundwater.
Leak-tight, safe and compliant
Tanks and vessels for oils, fuels and chemicals are among the most sensitive installations in any operation. Regular inspection and maintenance prevent small leaks, cracks or corrosion spots from turning into environmental damage – and considerably extend the service life of the tanks.
Under WHG/AwSV, no water-hazardous substances may enter the soil or groundwater. Our rehabilitation concepts ensure that your facility not only meets this requirement today but continues to comply with it permanently.
Tank base sealing
At the transition between the tank foot and the concrete base, moisture, movement and cracking can easily lead to critical leaks. We professionally prepare the base area, seal the joint around the entire circumference and protect it with a suitable sealing system – for example with liquid-applied polyurea.
Tank rehabilitation and surface coating under WHG and AwSV
From analysis and planning to execution, we rehabilitate tanks and coat surfaces fully in line with WHG and AwSV requirements – reliably, in compliance with standards and with as little disruption to operations as possible. This increases operational safety, extends the service life of the facility and reduces follow-up costs.
Services for tanks & vessels
Tank base sealing
Circumferential sealing of the transition between tank foot and concrete base.
Tank base coating
Liquid-applied polyurea protects the base and critical transitions.
Tank roof repair
Permanent repair of damaged or corroded tank roofs.
Floating roofs
Repair and sealing of floating roofs – flexible and durable.
Riveted tanks
Maintenance and sealing of riveted tank structures.
Surface coating under WHG
Coating of surfaces where water-hazardous substances are handled – under WHG and AwSV.
Spray-applied sealing
MS polymer (free of solvents, isocyanates and silicone) and ceramic sealing systems.
Levelling with polymer metal
Evening out irregularities in the substrate before sealing.
Highly wear-resistant sealing
Ceramic-filled systems for heavily stressed areas.
Project examples
Insights into work carried out by DSM.
Why Tank Rehabilitation & Surface Coating
- ✓Fix leaks early – Leaks are detected before they turn into environmental damage.
- ✓Longer service life – Costly repairs or tank replacement are avoided.
- ✓Environmental protection – Protecting soil, water and air from escaping media.
- ✓Certified specialist – Work under WHG and AwSV carried out by certified personnel.
Our approach
Analysis
Inspection of tank, base, roof and surroundings.
Planning
AwSV-compliant rehabilitation concept with schedule.
Execution
Preparation, sealing, coating and repair on site.
Documentation
Handover with records of the work carried out.
FAQ: Tank rehabilitation and surface coating under WHG
Why does a tank base need to be sealed?
Otherwise moisture penetrates at the transition between tank foot and concrete base. This leads to corrosion of the tank floor and can cause leaks through which water-hazardous substances escape. Circumferential sealing permanently protects this critical area.
Can any company rehabilitate tank facilities?
No. Under the AwSV, facilities handling water-hazardous substances may in many cases only be installed, repaired and cleaned by certified specialist companies. DSM is certified as a specialist company under WHG/AwSV.
Which systems do you use for tank rehabilitation?
Depending on the requirements, sprayable cold-applied polyurea, MS polymer (free of solvents, isocyanates and silicone), ceramic sealing systems and polymer metals for levelling irregularities.
Do you also coat surfaces under WHG?
Yes. In addition to tank rehabilitation, we coat surfaces where water-hazardous substances are handled in line with WHG and AwSV requirements – from analysis and planning to execution.
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