[ENGLEWOOD, 07/19/2016] – Heartland Tank Services provides American Petroleum Institute (API) 653 inspections for clients all over the country. The company deploys certified inspectors to ensure the adherence of fertilizer tanks to state regulatory standards.

[b]Thorough Methods[/b]

Heartland Tank Services sends knowledgeable and experienced personnel to conduct API-653 inspections of premises nationwide. Inspections involve a series of tests to determine whether a fertilizer tank is fit for service, or whether it is need of repair or replacement. The inspectors normally begin by conducting a visual examination of the tank, noting vulnerabilities and areas that may require servicing.

Following the visual examination, the Heartland Tank Services inspector conducts a number of ultrasonic thickness tests, measuring the dimensions of a fertilizer tank’s walls by using ultrasound waves. Depending on the characteristics of the tank’s floor, the inspector may conduct a vacuum test to check for leaks. Finally, the inspector conducts a settlement survey to identify any instance of rounding at the bottom of the tank, since that is where the tank’s contents exert the most pressure.

[b]Post-Inspection[/b]

After the inspection, Heartland Tank Services processes the collected data and prepares a list of recommended actions the owner needs to carry out before receiving API-653 clearance. These recommendations typically involve areas in need of repair. After studying the data, the company sends a final inspection report that includes the collected tank data for owners to assess. Clients may use the final report document as a permit for their fertilizer tank, or for license renewal depending on the tank’s condition.
Heartland Tank Services provides thorough API-653 inspections yet with minimal downtime. The company’s background in fertilizer tank design and construction gives them a practical understanding of what makes for a safe and effective tank anywhere in the country.

[b]About Heartland Tank Services[/b]

Heartland Tank Services is committed to providing and maintaining the highest quality fertilizer tanks in the industry. With their focus on alternative methods in the quality design and fabrication of fertilizer tanks, the company stands as one of the most capable organizations in their field, assisting in every usage facet of fertilizer water tanks.

To learn more, visit http://heartlandtankservices.com.