Expert Fuel & Oil Storage FRP Tank Repair

Yes, fiberglass can be used to repair FRP fuel or oil storage tanks when the repair system is compatible with the stored product, operating temperature, and existing laminate. AFTR evaluates the tank condition, prepares the substrate, and applies matched resin, veil, and fiberglass reinforcement systems to restore containment, structural integrity, and corrosion resistance.

Cracked fiberglass can often be repaired if the damage is properly assessed and the root cause is addressed. AFTR inspects the crack pattern, laminate depth, corrosion barrier condition, and any product migration before rebuilding the area with compatible resins and reinforcement. Severe cracking may require broader structural repair or full relining.

Repair is often practical when the tank shell remains structurally recoverable and the problem is limited to lining wear, localized cracking, nozzle damage, impact damage, or corrosion-barrier failure. AFTR’s repair-first approach helps owners avoid long replacement lead times, reduce capital expense, and keep installed storage assets in service longer.

Inspection can include interior and exterior visual review, nozzle interface checks, ultrasonic testing, laser evaluation, Barcol hardness testing, and high-intensity backlight testing. These methods help reveal liner deterioration, spider cracking, disbondment, abrasion, shell distortion, ultraviolet degradation, and liquid migration beneath the corrosion coat.

Yes. AFTR schedules FRP tank repair around customer operations, including planned shutdowns, weekends, night shifts, and emergency windows. Field crews can mobilize year-round and are equipped to manage work area conditions, helping facilities complete critical tank repairs when downtime is least disruptive and least costly.

AFTR uses custom-blended isophthalic and terephthalic polyester, vinylester, and epoxy resins, along with fiberglass mat, chopped strand, Nexus, Harlar, carbon veil, and other reinforcement systems. Materials are selected based on stored product, temperature, chemical exposure, laminate condition, and the performance required after return to service.

Yes. AFTR provides 24/7 emergency FRP tank repair for unexpected incidents such as impact damage, tipped tanks, compromised linings, and urgent containment concerns. Strategically positioned personnel and Service-Pack shipping containers allow crews to mobilize with resins, laminates, and tools needed to begin repairs quickly on arrival.

Yes. AFTR can repair, relocate, resize, add, or block off FRP tank nozzles, ports, and manways as part of a repair outage. New components are matched to the tank service, laminated into the shell and corrosion lining, and positioned to align with updated piping or valve layouts.