Online Tank Sludge Profiler

Online tank sludge profiling gives a vivid picture of the quantity and distribution of sludge in a tank. While your tank is active, we gather information to determine the volume and disposition of sludge to enable us design the best possible cleaning program for your tank and calculate the amount of recoverable hydrocarbons depending on the composition of the sludge.  

Based on acoustic technology, the Online Tank Sludge Profiler is capable of scanning tank contents with the greatest precision which data is used to calculate sludge volume to an accuracy of 95% and generate three-dimensional (3D) views of the sludge distribution. Using information describing the sludge properties and distribution, we can determine the best strategy to desludge and inspect your tank even while in operation. Rather than take a leap in the dark, Tank Profiling enables you to take an informed decision on the need to commit fund for desludging, cleaning, inspection or maintenance activities. 

ATEX
Our partner’s Tank Profiler is ATEX-certified which makes it suitable for all types of products. The profiler is inserted into the product through the roof support entry-point or manhole without the need to empty the tank. Utilising a small team of experts and cutting edge technology, the survey usually takes only just a day, which is not only cost-effective but also limits disruption to your activities.  

Reporting 
After processing the raw data acquired, we provide you with a clear 3D map showing the sludge distribution and volume in form of pile height which is calculated as a percentage of the tank is literally out of use.  

Benefits of profiling:
– quantifies sludge volume prior to cleaning.
– creates accurate 3D sludge map to for safe roof landing and manhole cover removal. 
– reduces unforeseen delays during maintenance. 
– offers verification of the desludging operation’s success.
– allows for better asset management over the tank’s lifetime.
– enables accurate sludge accumulation monitoring.

In addition we can offer you information about the composition of the sludge using our sludge sampler