Tanks line up to stop corrosion
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• A number of toxic-liquid carriers are now using Lithgow Saekaphen's special tank linings to combat internal corrosion.
A S Jones, part of the P&O Roadtanks Group. has added a hybrid triple-compartment stainless-steel tanker, with a specially-lined centre portion, to its 120-strong fleet.
The two outer unlined sections will carry either caustic or bromide liquors, while the centre portion will hold a 22-tonne load of ethylene dibromide, which has twice the specific gravity of water.
'The tanker's three capacities and its long rear overhang have been carefully calculated by the builder, Clayton Commercials, to ensure correct axle loadings. E A Saekaphen lining was also added to a 21,4001it acidwaste tanker built by Whale Tankers for Leigh Environmental.