Many tanks in Australia are made with concrete. One of the most common problems that builders face is that the concrete will eventually have leaks. You see, water is a powerful element, and it will seep through the concrete over time. You do not want this to happen, as it can start a lot of problems along the way later on. Today, we at ATM Tanks will show you the benefits of tank waterproofing in Gold Coast.
Gold Coast Tank Waterproofing Provides Elasticity
A lot of people think that only underground tanks suffer from pressure. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. Above ground tanks also expand and contract, and this is the effect of the concrete or metal being exposed to various temperatures. Ideally, your tank should be able to handle this type of pressure. The solution to this is waterproofing, with the right materials, the tank’s walls and floor can counter the pressure from the environment.
If your tank has been waterproofed, it will be statically efficient. What this means is that it can withstand the hydrostatic water pressure that develops inside. And if this pressure is controlled, the water will not force itself out of the concrete or metal.
Tank Waterproofing protects from harmful organisms
Tanks are mostly used for storing liquid for consumption. Whether you are operating a commercial tank, a residential tank, or a water facility, the water has to be free from harmful organisms. A leak is a way for contaminants to find themselves in the water. If there is a leak because the reservoir was not waterproofed, you are endangering people. There are many water-borne chemicals—they are so small that migrating to your tank is easy. And all of these harmful organisms will be in your tank if there is a leak.
This is most crucial to facilities that are operating waste-water treatment plants. A leak can cause serious environmental damage. By the time you realize it, the damage has been done and repairing this damage can cost millions of dollars. Most tanks are made of concrete. Eventually, concrete is going to crack. Seismic activities can also cause some cracks in the concrete, paving the way for leak and contamination.
Why Choose ATM Tanks?
The ATM Tank Group have been around for 20 years. We have serviced so many tanks in Australia, and we cover a lot of cities. Here are some of the cities we service:
- Brisbane
- Gold Coast
- Sydney
- Perth
Apart from servicing many cities, we are also equipped with high-technology gadgets that help us perform better and faster. We have remotely controlled vehicles or ROVs that can perform underwater inspections. These ROVs can take videos, images, gather samples, and assess the liquid’s condition in your tank without the need for a diver.
We not only waterproof tanks; we also do repairs. If the tank is beyond repair, we are prepared to fabricate a new one for you. At ATM Tanks, we have engineers who are highly trained in the tank industry—we understand what each tank needs, especially in relation to the contents of the tank.
Summary
Tank waterproofing in Gold Coast is important—it is not something that you should skip. Whether you are operating a commercial plant or you have a residential tank, your tank has to be waterproofed. Call us at ATM Tanks so we can start assessing your needs. We may send somebody in your facility to check out the tank. From there, we can write a free quote for the job. We will provide you with options according to what you need, and then we can start working on the waterproofing project.
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