Specialist tanker repairs are a crucial component of maintaining the safe and efficient operation of various types of tankers, including road tankers, rail tankers, and pressure vessels. These repairs can encompass a wide range of services, from basic maintenance to full refurbishment and reconstruction. 

On this page, you can find a breakdown of the key elements of WG Tanker specialist tanker repair services and what they entail.

Road Tanker Repairs

Road tanker repairs are essential for maintaining the safety and integrity of your tanker fleet, whether you are transporting a  liquids, including fuel, chemicals or food products. These repairs can include everything from minor repairs to major refurbishment projects. Examples of road tanker repairs include:

  • Fixing leaks and other damage to the tanker body
  • Replacing or repairing the tanker’s valves, pumps, and other components
  • Inspecting and testing the tanker’s pressure and vacuum systems
  • Upgrading the tanker’s safety features, such as fire suppression systems

Rail Tanker Repairs

Rail tanker repairs are similar to road tanker repairs, but they are specifically tailored to the unique demands of transporting liquids by rail, including:

  • Inspecting and testing the rail tanker’s brake systems
  • Checking the rail tanker’s couplings, wheels, and other mechanical components
  • Providing repairs for damages caused by collisions or other accidents
  • Inspecting and testing the rail tanker’s pressure and vacuum systems

Rail Carriage Refurbishment and Repairs

Refurbishment and repairs of rail carriages are crucial for maintaining the safety and reliability of the rail system and can include everything from minor repairs to major refurbishment projects:

  • Repairing or replacing the rail carriage’s wheels, axles, and other mechanical components
  • Inspecting and testing the rail carriage’s braking systems
  • Upgrading the rail carriage’s safety features, such as fire suppression systems
  • Replacing or repairing the rail carriage’s seats, flooring, and other interior components

Pressure Vessel Refurbishment

Pressure vessels are used to store and transport a wide range of liquids and gases, including fuel, chemicals, and food products. They must be kept in good working condition to ensure the safety of the people who use them. Pressure vessel refurbishment can include:

  • Inspecting and testing the pressure vessel’s pressure and vacuum systems
  • Replacing or repairing the pressure vessel’s valves, pumps, and other components
  • Fixing leaks and other damage to the pressure vessel’s body
  • Upgrading the pressure vessel’s safety features, such as fire suppression systems

Fully Coded Pressure Vessel Welding

Fully coded pressure vessel welding is a specialized form of welding that is used to repair and maintain pressure vessels. Fully coded pressure vessel welding can include:

  • Welding repairs to the pressure vessel’s body
  • Welding repairs to the pressure vessel’s internal components, such as valves and pumps
  • Welding new components to the pressure vessel

Insurance & Accident Repair

Insurance and accident repair services can include:

  • Providing estimates and reports for insurance claims
  • Coordinating with insurance companies to ensure that repairs are covered by insurance
  • Making repairs to damage caused by accidents or other incidents
  • Inspecting and testing the tanker or pressure vessel to ensure that it is safe to use after an accident

Hydraulic Pressure Testing

Hydraulic pressure testing is used to ensure that the tanker or pressure vessel can withstand the pressure and vacuum conditions that it will be exposed to during normal operation. This can include:

  • Testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s ability to hold pressure
  • Testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s ability to withstand vacuum conditions
  • Checking for leaks or other defects in the tanker or pressure vessel’s body or internal components
  • Inspecting and testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s valves, pumps, and other components to ensure that they are functioning properly

Pressure Testing

Pressure testing is used to ensure that the tanker or pressure vessel can withstand the pressure and vacuum conditions that it will be exposed to during normal operation. This can include:

  • Testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s ability to hold pressure
  • Testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s ability to withstand vacuum conditions
  • Checking for leaks or other defects in the tanker or pressure vessel’s body or internal components
  • Inspecting and testing the tanker or pressure vessel’s valves, pumps, and other components to ensure that they are functioning properly

Aluminium Coded Welding

Aluminium coded welding is a specialised form of welding that is used to repair and maintain tankers and pressure vessels made of aluminum and is performed in a way which ensures the safety and integrity of the tanker or pressure vessel. Aluminium coded welding can include:

  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s body
  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s internal components, such as valves and pumps
  • Welding new components to the tanker or pressure vessel

Stainless Steel Coded Welding

Stainless steel coded welding is used to repair and maintain tankers and pressure vessels made of stainless steel. This type of welding is performed in accordance with strict codes and standards,  to ensure the safety and integrity of the tanker or pressure vessel. Stainless steel coded welding can include:

  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s body
  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s internal components, such as valves and pumps
  • Welding new components to the tanker or pressure vessel

Mild Steel Coded Welding

Mild steel coded welding is used to repair and maintain tankers and pressure vessels made of mild steel can include:

  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s body
  • Welding repairs to the tanker or pressure vessel’s internal components, such as valves and pumps
  • Welding new components to the tanker or pressure vessel

Do You Need Specialist Tanker Repair Services?

Our highly skilled and experienced team are able to manage any project, large or small, with experts in specialist requirements when it comes to tanker repairs. To speak to us about your requirements, please contact our team.