FIBERGLASS STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING GUIDELINES INST
FIBERGLASS STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & OPERATING GUIDELINES INST 6001 J PETROLEUM TANKS OIL/WATER SEPARATORS Version 04. 01. 2016 CHEMICAL TANKS Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Agenda • Introductions • Review Key Installation Procedures (PPT) • Written Exam • Contractor Documentation • Submit Signed Attachment E as a Record of Training • Review Missed Questions • 2 -Year Renewal Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Generally Used Terms Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Important Documentation Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Important Documentation • Remember to barricade tank area. • Complete installation checklist. • Review shipping packet contents. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Important Documentation The Installation Checklist: • Is included in the installation instructions. • MUST be filled out for each tank on every project. • MUST be retained by the tank owner and provided to CSI to validate any future warranty claim. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
PRE INSTALLATION PREPARATION Sections 1 & 2 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Safety Reminders (Section 1. 6 Paraphrased) • Pay close attention to the important safety comments throughout the Installation Instructions. • Remember to follow all OSHA, EPA and local regulations which apply. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Handling/Preparation: • All tanks must be mechanically unloaded. • Carefully unload all accessories to prevent damage. For temporary job site storage: • Use provided shipping pads or approved tank backfill. • Chock tanks with sandbags. • Place on smooth ground. • Tie down tank in anticipation of high winds. • Protect collars from freezing conditions. Handling/Storage (Section 2. 1 paraphrased) Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Handling / Storage (Section 2. 3 Paraphrased) Tanks • There are different tank orientations for unloading or lifting into the excavation. • Identify the tank lift lug orientation and use the appropriate method to lift the tank. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Handling / Storage (Section 2. 4 Paraphrased) Unloading Deadmen: • Ensure lifting equipment is rated to handle the full load before lifting. • Use a minimum of 2 equally spaced anchor points (see Figure 2 -4). Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
BED & BACKFILL Section 3 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Bed & Backfill (Section 3. 3 Paraphrased) Approved Backfill • Always use approved pea gravel or crushed stone. • Require sieve analysis from your backfill supplier. • Do not use sand or native soil. • To check your backfill size and receive a job specific email acknowledgement, go to www. contamentsolutions. com. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Bed & Backfill (3. 3. 5 Paraphrased) • Clean and washed backfill material only. • Crushed Stone no larger than ½” (see Figure 3 -1). • Rounded Pea Gravel no larger than ¾” (see Figure 3 -1). • No more than 5% passing #8 sieve. Backfill calculator on CSI website to confirm sieve analysis Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
PRE-INSTALLATION TESTING Section 4 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing All Fiberglass Tanks Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Prepare For Testing (Section 4. 3 Paraphrased) • Connect a “Tank Test Manifold” to a primary fitting (see Figure 4 -1). • Use pressure gauge of 15 psig or less (max ¼ psig increments). • Use pressure relief device to Annular Space and Valve Tank Test Gauge Manifold ensure tank pressure does not (Contractor. Supplied) (Contractor exceed 5 psig (3 psig for 12’ tanks). • For any tank model with a dry interstitial space (including a double-wall bulkhead) connect an “Annular Space Gauge and Valve” to an annular space fitting (see Figure 4 -2). Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Prepare For Testing (Section 4. 6 Paraphrased) • Soap entire tank and inspect for air bubbles. • Soap all fittings and manways. • Contact CSI Field Service immediately in the unlikely event a leak is discovered. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing All Fiberglass Tanks • Single-Wall Tank Test is in Section 5. 1 • Double-Wall Tank Tests are only in Sections 5. 2 – 5. 6. • Non-Air Test Tank Test is found in Section 5. 7 • Determine which section is appropriate. • Follow each step of the instructions provided in the Tank Installation Instructions. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TANK TESTING PROCEDURES Section 5 Single-Wall Tank Testing Procedures – Section 5. 1 Double-Wall Tank Testing Procedures Shipped Under Vacuum – Section 5. 2 Testing Double-Wall Tank(s) with Dry Annular Space – Section 5. 3 Testing Double-Wall Compartment Tank(s) with a Dry Annular Space & Double-Wall Bulkheads – Section 5. 4 Testing Double-Wall Tank(s) with Liquid Filled Annular Space (Hydrostatically Monitored) – Section 5. 5 Testing Double-Wall Compartment Tank(s) with Double. Wall Bulkheads (Hydrostatically Monitored) – Section 5. 6 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
SINGLE-WALL TANK TESTING PROCEDURES Section 5. 1 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Single-Wall Tanks (Section 5. 1 Paraphrased) • • • Pressurize tank to 5 psig maximum (3 psig for 12’ tanks) (see Figure 5 -1). Close the air supply valve to the primary tank. Disconnect the air supply. Monitor the pressure readings for 30 minutes for any loss in pressure from the initial reading which may indicate a leak. While under pressure, cover tank outer surface including fittings and manways, with soap solution and inspect. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
DOUBLE-WALL TANK TESTING PROCEDURES SHIPPED UNDER VACUUM Section 5. 2 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Tanks Under Vacuum (Section 5. 2 Paraphrased) • A After to tank top can be installed and backfilled tankbackfilling shipped under vacuum with the vacuum intact if both oftank theand following conditions − Pressurize only the primary all compartments are met: while maintaining vacuum on the annular space. Cover − Theand vacuum date precedes tank installation by fittings manway(s) with soapthe solution and inspect. least 7 days. − In theatunlikely event a tank leak is discovered, − The vacuum gauge reads atimmediately least 10”Hg (34 k. Pa). discontinue the installation and call CSI Field Services to schedule a repair. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TESTING DOUBLE-WALL TANK(S) WITH DRY ANNULAR SPACE Section 5. 3 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Double-Wall Tanks with Dry Annular Space (Section 5. 3 Paraphrased) • • Maintain themaximum annular space Pressurizepressure tank to 5 onpsig (see Figure 5 -4). (3 psig for 12’ tanks)(see Figure 5 -2). Observe andbetween monitorprimary the gauge onand theannularspacein Open valve tank for 30 to minutes for any of pressure whichthe may indicate order pressurize theloss annular space using existing apressure leak. in the primary tank (pressure in the primary While under pressure, cover. Figure tank outer tank may drop slightly)(see 5 -3). surface, including fittings and manway(s), with fittings soap solution and inspect. While under pressure, cover and manway(s) with soap solution and inspect. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TESTING DOUBLE-WALL COMPARTMENT TANK(S) WITH DRY ANNULAR SPACE AND DOUBLE –WALL BULKHEAD(S) Section 5. 4 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Double-Wall Compartment Tanks w/ Dry Annular Space & Double-Wall Bulkhead (Section 5. 4 Paraphrased) Monitor the pressure for 30 minutes for any loss in Monitor Connect the pressure for source 30 minutes to the “Tank formay any Test loss Manifold” in a pressure from the initial reading which indicate pressure on each compartment. from the initial reading which may indicate a leak. • leak. Pressurize all compartments to 5 psig (3 psig for 12’ • With all compartments under pressure, cover fittings and • While tanks) under (see with Figure pressure, 5 -5). cover tank surface, including manway(s) soap solution andouter inspect. fittings and manway(s), with soap solution and inspect. • Open valves to vent all compartments (maintain 5 psig on annular space)(see Figure 5 -6). • • Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TESTING DOUBLE-WALL TANK(S) WITH LIQUID FILLED ANNULAR SPACE (HYDROSTATICALLY MONITORED) Section 5. 5 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Double-Wall Tanks w/ Hydrostatically Monitored Space (Section 5. 5 Paraphrased) • • • Connect If With monitoring a light, “Tank look fluid Test inside is Manifold” found for on anythe monitoring tank innerfluid. or outer to surface Replace a primary during and tank tighten anyfitting. test, fitting discontinue plug(s). the installation and Connect immediately the pressure contact Containment source to the. Solutions “Tank Test Field Manifold. ” Services. Posed image for illustration purposes Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Double-Wall Tanks w/ Hydrostatically Monitored Space (Section 5. 5 Paraphrased) • • Pressurize primary tank to 5 psig maximum (3 psig for 12' tanks) (see Figure 5 -8). Close valve on “Tank Test Manifold. ” Disconnect the air supply line. Monitor the pressure for 30 minutes for any loss in pressure from the initial reading which may indicate a leak. While under pressure, cover tank fittings and manway(s), with soap solution and inspect. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TESTING DOUBLE-WALL COMPARTMENT TANK(S) DOUBLE –WALL BULKHEAD(S) (HYDROSTATICALLY MONITORED) Section 5. 6 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Testing Double-Wall Compartment Tanks Double-Wall Bulkhead (Hydrostatically Monitored) (Section 5. 6 Paraphrased) • • • Monitor the pressure for Connect source 30 minutes to the “Tank for any Test loss Manifold” in on each compartment. pressure from the initial reading which may indicate a Pressurize all compartments to 5 psig (3 psig for 12’ leak. tanks) under While (see Figure pressure, 5 -10). cover tank outer surface, including fittings and manway(s), with soap solution and inspect. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
EXCAVATION Section 6 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Excavation (Section 6 Paraphrased) Stable Sizing Soil Unstable (see Figure/Table 6 -1) job site conditions require • When Minimum spacing tanks is (see Figure/Table 6 -2) between an 18” oversized fill the entire whenspacing nohole, mechanical anchoring • Minimum between excavation with approved is required. tanks and excavation walls, in backfill. stable soils. depends on soil in the • unstable Tanksoils. spacing • • In unstable excavations thechoice of Example: with mechanical excavation asno well as the spacing between the anchoring, asystems. 10’ diameter tank anchoring excavation and the will need a walls minimum 18” tank should be tanks a minimum spacingalways between and 24” of ½ thebetween diameterthe of the spacing tank. and the excavation walls. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
GEOTEXTILE FABRIC (FILTER FABRIC) Section 7 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Geotextile Fabric (Section 7 Paraphrased) Usage • Geotextile fabric is required between backfill and native soils for certain installations such as unstable soils, swampy areas and landfills to prevent backfill from migrating and thereby undermining support of the tank, piping or paving. • Do not use plastic, or any other material that may tear or degrade, as a replacement for geotextile fabric. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
BURIAL DEPTH & COVER Section 8 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Burial Depth and Cover (Section 8 Paraphrased) • For Traffic Loads: depth may not be sufficient to anchor the tank in No Minimum Traffic burial Figure 8 -1). −buoyant tanks aaminimum ofof 36” − 4’-10’conditions tanksneed(see minimum 24”backfillor or 18” 12” − backfill Trafficand pad 6” must extend concrete at least 12” beyond reinforced (see Figure 8 -3). backfill and 4” reinforced concrete (see Figuretank 8 -2). perimeter intanks all directions. −− 12’ need 12’ tanks needaaminimum 48” 42”backfillor or 36” 38”backfill and − and The burial depth is 7’ from the tank top to grade 6”maximum reinforced concrete. 4” reinforced concrete. elevation. − Dry hole excavations must have a minimum of 12” and a maximum of 24” backfill between the bottom of the tank and either the bottom of the excavation or the top of the concrete anchor pad. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TANK ANCHORING Section 9 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Anchoring (Section 9 Paraphrased) Forrecommends minimum burial 9 -1. depths • Anchor Point mechanical Loads: anchoring methods are. CSI shown in Figure The Ifthree water Straps common can enter methods the tankare: excavation, refer to the Anchoring Chart • 1. Deadmen Use mechanical correct Anchors. length anchoring. anchor straps for each tank • For any anchoring system, the tank strap and all hardware indiameter Installation Instructions • 2. should Concrete (see Use. Figure only CSI 9 -2). fiberglass Pad. anchor straps. INST 6001 be Anchor designed for the following working loads(Appendix which A) • 3. will Overburden Anchor Deadmen points or concrete must mechanical be aligned anchoring). pads with designated be(see used. anchor provide a(no minimum 3: 1 factor of may safety Table 9 -1). • ribs After ►◄ installation, (± 1"). Do all notexposed use straps metal between shouldribs beexcept coatedon or • Must have anchor points at the bottom of the hole aligned 4'galvanized tanks. to protect against within 1” of the designated rib. corrosion. • Use one anchor point per strap end. • Should be tightened to give a snug fit. • Are available in a convenient man-out-of-hole split strap option. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Anchoring (Section 9 Paraphrased) • Anchor Embedded When Pad: embedding anchorin anchor points must be designed forthe thetank working Lay the deadmen the excavation parallel to and points loads inatof Table the 9 -1. outside thetime tank shadow(see Figure 9 -5). As a minimum the anchor pad for stable excavations pad fabricated, must be atrequires least 8"the thick, #6 rebar 12"sides, centers Eachistank its ownwith deadman onon both or if one following each way. design deadman is usedwill between adjacent tanks, it must be doubled meet the minimum in width. • When a concrete anchor pad is used the tank and pad required anchor points Standard installation is separated by at least 12” of end approved pea • must Place be multiple deadmen, in contact, to end. bottom of deadman even (see Figure 9 -6). with bottom of tank gravel or crushed stone backfill. • • Section H Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
BALLASTING TANKS (ADDING LIQUID) Section 10 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
BALLASTING TANKS (Section 10 Paraphrased) • Wet Use Holewater. Add or fluid enough heavier ballast than towater sink the as tank. ballast. Be sure Ballast the ballast level will inside notthe contaminate tank and inthe all product being compartments stored or cleanshould the tank be before equal (to product keep tank is added. and not more than 12” connection above the ground • level) Do not make a direct (hard) of the ballast fill water the tank (see Figure 10 -1). line tolevel any outside tank fitting. • At the moment the tank is full, the pressure in the fill line will result in an instant pressurization of the tank which will damage the tank. • This problem can be avoided by providing adequate tank venting or removing the fill line and manually bringing the tank to full capacity. • Dry Hole- add ballast only after backfill is placed at least 75% of the tank diameter. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
VERTICAL DIAMETER MEASUREMENTS Section 11. 2 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Vertical Diameter Measurements (Section 11 Paraphrased) Excessive Deflection (loss of vertical diameter) of any Take Backfill the to Fifth tank Vertical top. Diameter Measurement and record the If mechanical anchoring is used, after anchoring is completed, installed tank can stress on to thesubgrade, tank. Set tanks directly on backfill bed. Once the tank has create been backfilled before value on the Tank Installation Checklist (see Figure Take the Third Vertical Diameter Measurement and 11 -8). record the take the “Second Vertical Diameter Measurement” and placement of concrete pad, take the fourth vertical diameter The major cause of deflection is the loss of tank support Take the “First Vertical Diameter Measurement” and record the The value inner on the diameter Tank Installation measurement Checklist is calculated and verify by measurement subtracting record the value on the Tank Installation Checklist. If this measurement (see Installation Figure 11 -7). because of improper backfill material installation value on the Tank Checklist (see 11 -1). on the “A” “Fourth does notnot Vertical exceed Diameter the Measurement” in Tableor 11 -1 in. Figure and INST“Fifth 6001 value does equal thevalue “First Vertical Diameter method. • Vertical Record on the Tankanchor Installation page 19 the Diameter (seevalue Figure Measurement”. 11 -6). Measurement”, loosen straps. Checklist. (see Figure 11 -2). • Compare all deflection measurements to the limits established by CSI on the Tank Installation Checklist. • • • There are 5 total vertical diameter measurements. Section I Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TANK INSTALLATION PROCEDURES Section 11 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Installation Procedure – Dry Hole (Section 11. 3 Paraphrased) Proper backfilling to provide necessary support for • Eliminate all voidsisbyrequired using a long the tank. probe to push backfill: handled Place the first 12” lifttank of approved • Completely beneath bottom. backfill material evenly around the tank. Push the backfill place and by using a probe long enough • Completely between the 5 ino’clock too’clock reach beneath tank, all voids, so the tank is 7 positionsthe along theeliminating entire fully supported (see Figure 11 -3). length of the tank (see Figure 11 -4). • Repeat this process with a second 12” lift, eliminating all voids. Ballast tank only AFTER backfill is to 75% of tank diameter Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES – WET HOLE • Water level in the excavation should be maintained at lowest practical level by using pumps. • Ballast the tank if ground water cannot be lowered (refer Section 10). Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved 49
PIPING & BOTTOM SUMP CLEARANCES Section 13 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Internal Piping Clearances (Section 13. 2 Paraphrased) • Internal piping should be a minimum 4” from bottom of tank (6” min. 12’ tanks) (see Figure 13 -2). Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
External Piping Clearances (Section 13. 2 Paraphrased) • Isolate external piping from the concrete pad (see Figure 13 -1). • A flexible Connector must be directly installed on all tangentially mounted fittings, nozzle or pipe. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TANK VENTING Section 14 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Venting (Section 14 Paraphrased) • All primary tanks and compartments that contain product must be vented at all times, except as defined during pre-installation testing. • For tanks with inlet or outlet piping that will result in pressure at the tank top, the pressure should be limited to 1 psig. • The tank’s venting system must be adequately sized to ensure that the pressure or vacuum at the tank top will not exceed 1 psig at the tank top at all times, including when filling and emptying the tank. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Filling Tanks Section 15 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Filling Tanks (Section 15 Paraphrased) • If the delivery vehicle uses pumps to fill the tank: − Install positive shut-off equipment in the lines and on the truck to prevent the tank from being overfilled. − Pressurization from overfilling will damage the tank, even if the tank vent is unrestricted. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Critical Installation Steps Review Basic Installation Steps Overview: 1. Review all instructions and make sure you are compliant with proper procedures. 2. Use proper backfill material. 3. Add Backfill Bed. 4. Evaluate if the tank will need to be anchored. 5. Place tanks in excavation on backfill bed. 6. Take First Vertical Diameter Measurement. 7. Complete Mechanical Anchoring. 8. Take Second Vertical Diameter Measurement 9. Properly place and probe the first two 12” lifts of backfill at the 5 o’clock and 7 o’clock shadows of the tank. 10. Backfill tank top. 11. Take Third Vertical Diameter Measurement. 12. DO NOT ballast the tank until backfill is placed at least 75% of the tank diameter. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
MANWAYS Section 16 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Manways (Section 16 Paraphrased) • The load bearing capacity for a standard 22” manway installed is 1, 200 lbs. for single-wall tanks and 2, 400 lbs. for double wall tanks. • All 30” and 36” manways have a load bearing capacity of 2, 400 lbs. • Do not exceed 50 ft. /lb. torque during bolt tightening or manway flange damage may occur. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
TANK ANNULAR SPACE MONITORING Section 17 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
HYDROSTATIC MONITORING (Section 17. 1 Paraphrased) • Tanks with hydrostatic monitoring systems normally arrive with monitoring fluid installed in the annular space and some fluid in the reservoir (see Figure 17 -1). − After installation, the fluid level in the reservoir must be filled to the proper level. • Vent annular space with a minimum ¼” hole at riser top. • When installing a double float sensor, the bottom of the sensor must be in contact with the tank top. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
DRY ANNULAR SPACE MONITORING WITH SENSOR (Section 17. 3 Paraphrased) • When liquid or vapor sensors are used, the tank may be sloped at time of installation. • If tank is sloped, place tank so that the lowest elevation is at monitoring end. • Use a wire puller to position sensor at the tank bottom. • CSI recommends a permanent pull cable be installed and accessible at grade to facilitate periodic sensor inspections. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
DRY ANNULAR SPACE VACUUM OR AIR PRESSURE MONITORING (Section 17. 3 Paraphrased) • Maximum vacuum for continuous monitoring is 5 psig utilizing an approved vacuum monitoring system with a vacuum make-up pump. • Maximum pressure for continuous air pressure monitoring is 3 psig utilizing an approved monitoring system with a make-up pump. Ensure the system is designed to prevent over pressurization of the annular space as tank damage may occur. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
CONTAINMENT COLLARS, TANK SUMPS & TANK RISERS Section 18 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Collars, Sumps (Section 18 Paraphrased) Collar Test Instructions • At installation, the contractor must leak test this collar and sump before the tank installation is complete. • Fill sump with water at least 4” above highest joint or penetration. • Record the liquid level. • Wait a minimum of one hour. • Re-measure and record the liquid level. A liquid change of more than ⅛” (0. 125”) indicates a possible leak. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
SINGLE-WALL TANK SUMPS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & OPERATING GUIDELINES INST 6030 G Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Sump Terms Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
HANDLING & STORAGE Section 2 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Handling and Storage (Section 2 Paraphrased) • Visually inspect the sump components for shipping damage. If damage is found, contact CSI Field Service. • Wear gloves. • Do not roll, drop, or bounce tank sumps. • Tank sump parts and kits should be stored in upright position. • Set on smooth surface. • Secure sumps to prevent damage from high winds. Proper precautions should be taken to protect adhesive channels. • All assembly kits (KIT-AD or KIT-LK) should be stored in a Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Section 3 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Assembly Instructions (Section 3 Paraphrased) • Dry fit all sump components. − Determine any length changes required to insure the minimum required clearance between the tank sump top and concrete. • If required, trim tank sump body extension using a carbide tipped blade or a masonry blade. The tank sump body extension is the only component of the tank sump that can be trimmed (see Figure 3 -1). • Field cuts must be with in ±¼” of square. Gaps between two joints greater than ¼” must be covered with a maximum width ½” tape. This prevents resin from running into joint. • Even if mating surfaces have arrived from the factory abraded, the contractor must re-sand the mating surfaces within four (4) hours of adhesive or layup application. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
ADHESIVE & LAYUP INSTRUCTIONS Section 4 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Adhesive & Layup Instructions (Section 4 Paraphrased) Check adhesive/layup container and note the date on the assembly kit box and note the date the kit was used. Make these notes on the Single-Wall Tank Sump Installation Checklist line item #4. • CSI tank sumps MUST be installed using only CSI supplied assembly kits. − Adhesive kits (Kit-AD) are used to field bond tank sump components using EZ-Fit adhesive channels. − Layup kits (Kit-LK) are Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
EZ-FIT Adhesive Joints (KIT AD) Kit Contents: This Kit is designed for Adhesive Joints. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
EZ-FIT Adhesive Joints (KIT AD) (Section 4. 3 Paraphrased) • Each joint requires (1) one adhesive kit. • Thoroughly mix two part adhesive by hand or with a power mixer following the mixing instructions contained in the adhesive kit. Pour into grout bag. • With the tank sump components in place, make two consecutive 360° passes around the tank sump filling the adhesive channel evenly using all adhesive (see Figure 4 -1). 1 2 5 hours without 3 moving the 4 • Allow adhesive to cure at least joined parts. The surface of the adhesive should be hard; if not hard after 5 hours, wait up to 24 hours. 5 6 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved 7 8
Hand Layup Joints (KIT LK) Kit Contents: This Kit is designed for Hand Layup Joints. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Hand Layup Joints (KIT LK) Kit Contents: This Kit is designed for Hand Layup Joints. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Hand Layup Joints (KIT LK) (Section 4. 3 Paraphrased) • Dry fit all tank sump components prior to sealing joints, as outlined in section 3. − Gaps between two joints greater than ¼” must be covered with maximum width ½” tape to prevent resin from running into joint (see Figure 4 -2). − 42” and 48” diameter tank sumps require (1) layup kit per joint. − 54” diameter tank sumps require two (2) layup kits per joint. • Thoroughly mix resin and catalyst following the mixing instructions in the layup kit. • Resin coat previously ground mating surfaces on tank sump with felt roller. • Apply 3 layers of fiberglass layup, saturated with resin, 360° around tank sump, centered on joint. All layup joints Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
ASSEMBLED TANK SUMPS Section 5 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Assembled Tanks Sumps (Section 5 Paraphrased) • All joints must be sealed with either adhesive or layup material for a watertight sump. • Always vent sumps. • All sumps must be continuously monitored for leaks using an electronic leak monitoring sensor. • Isolate sumps from direct traffic loading. • Approved backfill is critical to long term tank sump performance. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
SURFACE SLAB & TANKS SUMP CLEARANCES Section 5 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Surface Slab & Tank Sump Clearances (Section 9 Paraphrased) • Properly backfill around sump. Figure 9 -1 • Place a 5' x 3/4" rigid board with appropriate cutout for access to sump top (see Figure 9 -1). • Use grade access manhole large enough to allow sump lid removal after installation. • Pour slab directly onto rigid board. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
Tank Sump Installation Checklist: • Is included in the SW Sump Installation Instructions, found in the shipping packet. • MUST be properly filled out for each project. • MUST be signed by both the installing contractor and tank owner’s representative. • MUST be retained by the tank owner and provided at a later time to CSI to validate any future warranty claim. Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
For Additional Questions: Tank Technical Support (800) 537 -4730 (936) 756 -7731 Field Service Department (800) 822 -1997 (814) 542 -8520 Copyright • April 2016 © • Containment Solutions, Inc. • All Rights Reserved
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