The API Spec Q1 Monogram – The Mark of Quality

 

Bolted Storage Tank for Oil API

Superior Tank Company., Inc (STCI) is one of the only manufacturers of bolted steel oil storage tanks which can feature the prestigious API SPEC 12B monogram. In order for the bolted steel tank to include the API 12B monogram, the tank must strictly adhere to the API SPEC 12B standards. In addition, the tank manufacturer must be certified to meet the stringent API SPEC Q1/ISO 9001:2008 quality standards.

Our bolted steel tanks for oil storage are engineered to meet the strict API SPEC 12B design standard and include numerous elements to increase tank durability and longevity. To seal our tanks, STCI utilizes Buna-N or Viton gaskets in place of mastic putty which cannot be used for oil storage. The Buna-N and Viton gaskets are extremely durable and resistant to crude oil and other petrochemicals. In addition, the gaskets have a high tensile strength to prevent tearing and they remain flexible over time, thus eliminating leaks. For increased durability, we apply factory powder coating specifically formulated for oil storage. For continuous immersion service, epoxy factory powder coating or premium Scotchkote powder coating is applied to tank interiors. TGIC polyester powder coating is used on the exterior of our bolted steel tanks for greater UV resistance. API approved appurtenances such as specialized roof vents, gas outlets, liquid outlets and manways are used on all steel tanks for oil storage. Superior Tank Co., Inc. can also fabricate custom internal and external piping to meet customer requirements.

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Take Advantage of Outstanding Tank Leasing Rates

STCI Announces Tank Leasing Program for Steel Tanks

Recently, the rates on tank leases have changed slightly which may benefit customers interested in purchasing a new tank. Through the tank leasing program, customers can purchase new tanks and then spread out payments over several years. Our tank leasing program applies to both our welded steel tanks as well as our bolted steel tanks.

Using the leasing program allows our customers to conserve capital funds and use revenue from operations to make lease payments. Customers still retain ownership of the tanks, similar to a straight purchase. A variety of public entities as well as non-government agencies can utilize the tank leasing program including water districts, municipal utilities and private companies. The terms of our tank leasing program range in length from 24 to 60 months and our rates are very competitive. We offer the most economical terms as our tank leasing agent works with a variety of funding sources and we will customize a package most advantageous to you. For comparison, a steel tank with installation costing $100,000 could be as low as $1869 per month with a term of 60 months. Our leasing specialist will be able to provide details and price estimates based on current rates and the specifics of your project.

Our customers can lease a wide range of bolted steel storage tanks from 4,000 to 3,500,000 gallons and welded steel tanks up to 2,500,000 gallons. In addition to the price of the steel tank, the installation and other site work costs can be incorporated in the lease. Superior Tank Co., Inc. is a licensed General Contractor in several states and we can perform a wide scope of work under a single contract. Tanks under the leasing program can be used for storage of a variety of liquids including potable water, water for fire protection, rain water harvesting and wastewater.

The Federal Reserve is predicting two more rate increases in 2016 so lock in your lease rates NOW!

Superior Tank Co., Inc. Celebrates Texas Groundbreaking

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Superior Tank Co., Inc. (STCI) is proud to announce the ground breaking of our newest production facility in the State of Texas!

The new facility is an expansion of the existing Operation Center just outside of Houston in Rosenberg which currently serves as a base for the company’s Gulf Coast and East Coast tank installation and service teams. The factory will be dedicated to the production of bolted steel and welded steel storage tanks.

According to Huel Loden, Gulf Coast Regional Manager, “developing a manufacturing facility in Texas is the final piece of the puzzle” allowing STCI to better position itself for future growth in both the domestic and global market place. He goes on to say, the Marquez family, owners of STCI, understand that the key to our success is lead by a top down culture where customer relations is the main focus which is why from the beginning STCI’s focus has always been customer service.

The Texas facility will supply a range of both bolted and welded steel tanks ranging in size from 4,000 gallons up to 3,500,000 gallons with a variety of finishes. Our bolted steel tanks will be available as factory powder coated, hot dipped galvanized and stainless steel. Our extensive experience and vast knowledge of the region ensures our tanks are manufactured and installed to meet the needs of the local market. STCI’s steel tanks are designed to comply with numerous industry standards such as American Water Works Association (AWWA), American Petroleum Institute (API), FM Approvals and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA). In addition, the Rosenberg plant will be able to supply various tank parts and accessories from our more centralized location. Superior Tank has been doing business in Texas for over 20 years and is looking forward to continuing our focus on providing our customers with the best customer service possible.

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Welded Tanks Now Available in Texas

Welded Tanks in Texas

Superior Tank is proud to introduce our welded ground storage tanks for oil and water storage in Texas. For over 30 years Superior Tank has been fabricating and installing welded tanks in California and we now offer this design choice for customers in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Specifically designed for storage of potable water, wastewater, water for fire protection, produced water and crude oil, our welded tanks range in size from 50,000 to 2,500,000 gallons (1200 to 59,500 bbls). Our decades of experience in the oil and water industries provides us the knowledge to design and fabricate welded steel tanks customized to various applications. Our welded tanks can be engineered to a variety of standards such as API 12D, API 650, AWWA D100 and NFPA 22.

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ISO 9001:2008 & API Q1 Spec for Steel Tanks

ISO 9001:2008 Re-certification

Recently Superior Tank Co., Inc. passed our annual re-certification audit for both the American Petroleum Institute (API) Q1 and ISO 9001:2008 certifications for design and manufacturing of bolted steel storage tanks. These prestigious certifications relate to above ground oil storage tanks and water storage tanks and are a result of years of hard work. The certifications reassure our customers they will receive the highest quality steel storage tank delivered on time.

During the annual audit, numerous aspects of our tank manufacturing process were reviewed including sales ordering, bolted steel tank production and ground storage tank installation. The audit team confirmed Superior Tank employs processes and procedures as specified by ISO 9001: 2008 QMS Certification. In addition to compliance with ISO 9001: 2008 QMS Certification, STCI has earned re-certification with American Petroleum Institute (API) Spec Q1. API Q1 Spec works in unison with the ISO 9001: 2008 QMS Certification and focuses on the API12B Standard and the accurate and responsible manufacturing of products used in the petrochemical industry.  The API Q1 Spec also includes additional elements of quality management systems such as risk assessment and risk management procedures which is critical for the petroleum industry and the focus on safety.

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Give Yourself Peace of Mind This Holiday Season

 
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A new bolted or welded steel storage tank can give you a gift which keeps giving all year long; peace of mind knowing you are prepared. By adding supplementary water storage, you can rest easy in the knowledge your system will have sufficient water supply when it is needed.
 
Installing additional water storage tanks in remote and perimeter areas can help you get ready for fire season. Having abundant water supply readily available can save precious time and make a huge difference when a fire or disaster occurs. Besides water storage for fire protection, bolted and welded steel tanks are used for redundant water supply when other storage tanks need to be taken offline for maintenance or repair. Extra storage capacity also reduces the chance of running out of potable water in event of a line rupture or natural disaster.
 

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Have You Seen A.R.T.?


 

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As bolted steel and welded steel tanks have evolved over the last 50 years, so has the technology and machinery used to manufacture the tanks. Superior Tank currently uses numerous advanced pieces of equipment including A.R.T. (Automated Robotic Technology). A.R.T. is used in the Rancho Cucamonga manufacturing facility to precisely weld raw materials together to form various tank components.

A.R.T. is a 300lb robot featuring 6 axis of articulation allowing A.R.T. to accurately weld joints in even hard to reach areas. All aspects of the welding process including power, wire, speed and angle of approach are regulated by the computer for extreme consistency and 100% accurate welds. In addition to the accuracy and strength of the welds, the seams are also smoother allowing for better coating coverage and corrosion protection. As errors and weak areas are eliminated, fewer parts are rejected and material waste is minimized.

A.R.T. is used for a variety of tank parts and accessories used with steel water and oil tanks. For example, tank nozzles, flanges, manways and piping are welded together in the factory. When these components are used with bolted tanks, the parts are powder coated then shipped with the tank kit to the installation site. For welded steel tank use, the parts are field coated after being installed onsite.

A.R.T. and other technologically advanced equipment allows Superior Tank to custom fabricate numerous steel tank elements with unmatched precision.

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Steel Storage Tank Parts & Accessories Available Direct!

 
Bolted Tank Parts and Accessories

Superior Tank Company Inc. provides numerous components and parts including structural components, safety apparatuses, tank appurtenances and tank operation equipment for welded steel storage tanks and bolted steel storage tanks.

We supply custom structural components to fit many different steel tanks. For welded steel tanks we can provide seismic anchors, roof rafters, center poles, gussets, steel patch plates for tank bottoms, roofs and shells. For bolted steel tanks we manufacture replacement staves, tank bottoms, roof sections, roof rafters, center poles, anchor chairs, gaskets and hardware. In addition to structural items, we also supply tank safety equipment such as interior ladders, exterior ladders, ladder enclosures, Saf-T-Climb fall protection systems, tank platforms/bridges and spiral staircases. Superior Tank can provide new parts such as uni-tank flanges, cast iron flanges, nozzles, hinged or unhinged shell manways, cone deck manways or roof hatches. We also offer other general tank accessories including new or replacement weir boxes, manway cover davit arms, standard or frost free roof vents, full or half travel liquid level indicators, sample tap level gauges and multi-line sample boxes.

Most tank parts and accessories are available in several finishes and materials including durable factory powder coating, hot dipped galvanized, unfinished carbon steel or stainless steel. Our State of the Art facility allows us to precision manufacture OEM and custom parts to exact specifications. Our parts and components are specifically designed for various applications such as potable water storage, storage of water for fire protection, wastewater storage and oil storage. All parts and accessories Superior Tank manufactures and sells meet the latest standards for the relevant tank design such as AWWA D103, AWWA D100, NFPA, API as well as OSHA.

When new or replacement steel tank parts or equipment are needed, Superior Tank can help!

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STCI Installs Bolted Steel Tank for Fire Protection

 

 

In late 2014, Kiewit Construction awarded Superior Tank Company Inc. the contract to manufacture and install a water storage tank as part of a large rail operations center. The facility is part of the $486,000,000 Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension project located in Southern California, and includes 11.5 miles of light rail track as well as an operations and maintenance facility.

The bolted steel tank is part of the Sentinel series of fire protection tanks manufactured by Superior Tank Company Inc. The Sentinel steel tank for the project was engineered to the specific requirements of the project and was designed to store 600,000 gallons of water for fire protection.  The tank meets AWWA D103 standards and applicable local building codes.  In addition, the tank includes special features and complies with NFPA 22 standards to ensure the tank operates properly for fire suppression.  As the tank is considered essential for post-earthquake recovery and is essential to the life, health and safety of the public including post-earthquake fire suppression, the tank was designed to Seismic Use Group III and Risk Category IV standards. This Seismic Use Group is the most stringent and requires seismic design loads be increased 50%.

The exterior powder coating on this Sentinel tank is a custom color to match the other structures on the site and Superior Tank Company Inc. manufactures tanks in a wide variety of standard and custom colors. The high gloss powder coating was applied at the factory using specialized equipment and is expressly formulated for maximum UV resistance.  For exceptional corrosion resistance, encapsulated nuts and bolts were used throughout the tank.

The steel tank was installed by the Superior Tank field team and erection took only twelve days. As other elements of the project were occurring simultaneously, Superior Tank had to coordinate the Sentinel tank installation with the general contractor to eliminate scheduling conflicts.  As only basic assembly work was required on the job site, local traffic and site disruption was minimized.
 
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This is NOT your Father’s Bolted Steel Tank…

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Bolted steel tanks have been used for storage for many years and some older tanks are in use today.  Since the first bolted tanks were put into service decades ago there have been numerous advances in their design and construction.

Modern bolted steel tanks are designed differently than from tanks 30 years ago.  Bolted steel tanks are now designed using 3D modeling software, increasing the speed and accuracy of the process. Select projects are designed using simplified Building Information Model (BIM) software which encompasses the entire project from design to manufacturing then installation. The BIM system can store beneficial ancillary information such as weight and dimension of components and materials used to build the tank.  Design standards such as the AWWA D103 have improved over the last several decades resulting in longer lasting and better performing tanks.  In addition, new tanks are more structurally sound thanks to advances in seismic and wind design methods.

In addition to tank design, the manner in which bolted steel tanks are manufactured has progressed. Originally, steel tanks were manufactured by fabricating raw material by hand or with basic equipment. Small variations in the individual components led to leaks as parts did not fit together properly. Today, bolted steel tanks are precision fabricated using specialized machinery in State of the Art factories. CNC automated machinery ensures extreme accuracy and reduces the fabrication time.  Tank accessories are joined together using robotic welding equipment for 100% perfect joints. In addition, by earning ISO 9001:2008 Certification and following strict procedures, manufacturers can guarantee product consistency and quality.

Innovative options such as factory powder coating have significantly increased the longevity of bolted steel tanks.  The powder coating application process includes spraying a SiZr liquid seal to the prepared steel. The powder coating is applied dry to the steel in an environmentally controlled area to eliminate surface imperfections. The coating is electrostatically applied for 100% coverage without runs, drips and voids. Powder coating formulas are now specially designed for the application; epoxy coating on the interior for continuous emersion and TGIC Polyester on the exterior for outstanding resistance to UV exposure. Once the powder coating is thermoset using mild temperature ovens, it chemically reacts with the steel to form a permanent bond. As all steel components including inaccessible areas such as the underside of the tank bottom are sealed with powder coating the entire tank structure is protected against corrosion.

The hardware used with modern bolted steel tanks has also improved since bolted tanks were first used. To ensure maximum durability of bolted steel tanks, new nut and bolt options were introduced. Encapsulated nuts and bolts are best suited to specific uses and protect against hardware corrosion.  In other applications, hot dipped galvanized nuts and bolts are the best alternative. In addition, the strength of the hardware has increased and bolts used today have a tensile strength of over 120,000 lbs per square inch and now Grade 5 and Grade 8 bolts are used in place of Grade 2. Such advances in tank design, manufacturing processes and materials allow bolted steel tanks up to 3,500,000 gallons to be built.

A final significant improvement which has improved the longevity of bolted steel tank is the introduction of heavy duty synthetic gasket material which is used in place of putty mastic. New gasket material such as ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) is specifically formulated for storage of potable water, wastewater and even brine water.  The thick gaskets are precisely fabricated to fit into the seam between the steel tank panels and provide decades of leak free service. The gaskets remain flexible and therefore they are able to prevent leaks even as the steel expands and contracts due to temperature fluctuations and seismic movement.

When all of these advances are considered, it is easy to see how modern bolted steel tanks are very different than your Father’s Bolted Steel Tank.

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