Industrial Tank Cleaning
Over three decades, our industrial tank cleaning services have been perfected to safely and legally handle hazardous materials.
The UK’s Leading Tank Cleaning Company
From planning to disposal – all of our industrial services are provided by our in house team of specialists.
Our industrial solutions are designed to meet the needs of your project. Our make sure that your tank cleaning project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance. Our team possesses the necessary confined space entry qualifications, ensuring they have the experience, training, and certification required to handle high-risk environments safely.
Ensuring a thorough tank clean is vital for meeting safety and compliance standards, as well as adhering to environmental, health, and safety requirements. Implementing regular tank cleaning as a preventative maintenance strategy can protect against fuel contamination caused by sediment, rust, and debris. This not only prevents costly replacements but also ensures minimal fuel loss, reduces business downtime, and maintains environmental compliance.
Our record speaks for itself
Our services work. We’ve cleaned tanks (including fuel tanks and oil tank cleaning) for hundreds of companies. We provide proof throughout our website (Check out our portfolio). BCJ have cleaned the largest of vessels – our quality and approach are unmatched.
Our tank cleaning experts are trained to handle even the most hazardous chemical contents and confined spaces. Even if the chemical content is of high risk and the entries are confined spaces, we can provide entry permits to certify the safety of the tanks.
We also use emergency rescue specialist equipment and follow strict safety protocols to ensure safety during high-risk cleaning operations. Our staff have the experience and use the most up to date equipment available for a thorough tank clean. We have decades of experience.
We clean all types of industrial tanks. From risky storage units to simple holding tanks, our skilled team does it all. We make sure every tank is clean and safe.
What We Clean:
Oil & Gas: Fuel tanks for planes, diesel tanks, and all petroleum storage.
Chemical: Tanks with acids, alkalis, solvents, and glycols.
Food: Food storage tanks that meet strict health rules.
Specialised Cleaning: We remove industrial grease deposits and bitumen residues using specialised equipment.
Water & Waste: We service:
- Sewage units
- Water treatment plants
- Water systems
- Waste digesters that make green energy
We follow all safety rules. Our workers train for each type of tank. We safely handle both harmful chemicals and food-safe products.
No matter the shape or size of your fuel tank, whether it requires conventional cleaning or involves confined space entry, BCJ has the specialised equipment, an expert tank cleaning team, and comprehensive knowledge to successfully manage your industrial project.
Our Industrial Cleaning Services
Oil Tank Cleaning - Above/below-ground tanks cleaned with eco-friendly chemicals. We remove sludge, rust and contamination from heating oil to industrial waste using specialized equipment.
Diesel Tank Cleaning - High-pressure washing and filtration prevents engine damage. We test fuel quality and remove water, bacteria and sediment to maintain system efficiency.
Tank Removal & Decommissioning - Safe tank cleaning, dismantling and site restoration. Foam fill available for immovable tanks with compliant waste disposal.
Each service includes safety certifications, compliance documentation, and 24/7 emergency response availability.
We also work with the following:
Additionally, we ensure the removal and proper treatment or disposal of sewage waste resulting from the process of our tank cleaning service.
Comprehensive Solutions
We clean tanks of any size or shape. Our team creates a plan just for you that meets all safety rules.
We have cleaned all types of tanks:
- Fuel tanks
- Storage tanks
- Oil tanks
- Chemical tanks
Our service is both safe and fast. We use our years of know-how to make sure your tanks meet all industry rules.
Equipment & Safety
- Fully compliant method statements
- Vacuum tankers ready for all jobs
- All waste goes to licensed sites
- Fully trained staff
- All workers skilled in confined space cleaning
- We use proper breathing apparatus and gear (B/A, Bottles, Fixed Line)
Professional Tank Sanitising
Our experienced team is are experts in safe tank entry and full cleaning. We comply with all safety standards for every project. We can manage toxic and flammable materials in tight spaces. Our equipment can handle the toughest environments.
Every BCJ job includes risk assessment and planning. We clean all types of vessels, from chemical tanks to septic systems.
We deliver while:
- Keeping you operational
- Saving you money
- Exceeding health and safety regulations
Our growing client base includes the chemical, petroleum and food industries, so we’re flexible and experienced.
Non entry cleaning
Some tanks are too small for human entry. Our Non-entry services use remote controlled jetting cannons for safe and efficient cleaning. In these cases we use a system that uses remote controlled jetting cannons. It’s a “remote cleaning” service.
Our cannons clean at high pressure. This is suitable for all tanks and environments. Whatever is stored in the tank. Using our robotic equipment creates a closed loop system. Minimising gas and vapour emissions. This is good for sites with strict emission and odour controls.
Non-entry is also safer and faster. Our operatives don’t need to enter your industrial tank or other confined spaces. The robotic technology increases both safety and efficiency.
Robotic jets are controlled from a self contained mobile control room using live feeds and remote monitoring. We use non-entry remote technology to clean tanks during decommissioning and maintenance projects.
This speeds up the cleaning process. Reduces downtime and cost to your business. Non-entry is used when tanks contain hazardous chemicals and substances. To ensure the tank is properly cleaned and no health and safety issues. It’s a safer and greener process.
FAQs
Frequency of tank cleaning depends on the stored products, usage and regulatory requirements. We recommend a professional undertake regular tank cleaning every 12-24 months for most industrial applications. However an industrial tank storing sensitive products or subject to strict regulations may need more frequent maintenance. We can assess your requirements and schedule a maintenance program for you.
Safety is our number one priority. Before we start any cleaning work we conduct a full risk assessment and develop a detailed safety plan. Our team wear advanced personal protective equipment, monitor air quality and follow strict confined space entry procedures. We also have emergency response teams on standby during the entire cleaning process.
Yes, we understand the importance of minimal disruption to your operation. Our teams can work around your schedule, including nights and weekends. We have various techniques including our remote cleaning technology that can reduce downtime. During the initial consultation we will develop a cleaning plan to suit your operation.
We can clean almost any type of contamination including hydrocarbon residues, chemical deposits, bacterial growth, scale formation and sludge accumulation. We have experience with aviation fuels, industrial chemicals, food grade products and hazardous materials. Each cleaning solution is specific to the contaminant and tank.
All waste (including waste oil) is disposed of in accordance with environmental regulations. We maintain full documentation throughout the process and only work with licensed disposal facilities. Our team will classify, contain and transport all waste and provide you with disposal certificates for your records.
Our excellence is reflected in our accreditations. All technicians are City & Guilds qualified and hold technical proficiency and safety awareness. The team hold multiple industry qualifications including confined space entry and hazardous material handling qualifications which are updated annually to keep up with industry standards.
As a company we have several accreditations that demonstrate our commitment to quality and safety. We are IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) and CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) registered which proves our safe working practices. We are ISO 14001 certified which shows our environmental management systems are robust and we are a member of the Water Jetting Association which means we adhere to the highest standards in high pressure water jetting.
With these accreditations and our continuous staff training and development we can deliver industrial cleaning services that meet and beat industry standards. Every project is treated with the expertise and professionalism that our accreditations require so you can have total confidence in us.
Time varies depending on tank size, level of contamination and cleaning requirements. A standard industrial tank cleaning takes 2-5 days to complete. However we can provide a more accurate time frame after we assess your situation. Our focus is on getting the job done thoroughly with minimal downtime to your facility.
Yes, we have a 24/7 emergency response team for emergency situations. Our rapid response units can reach any UK location within hours. We know that unexpected situations require immediate attention and have procedures in place to handle emergency cleaning requirements quickly.
Environmental compliance is built into every stage of our cleaning process. We use closed loop cleaning systems, monitor emissions and contain everything. All our cleaning methods are compliant with current environmental regulations and we provide full documentation to support your compliance requirements.
Please provide:
- Recent tank inspection reports if available
- List of all materials previously stored in the tank
- Clear access to the tank and surrounding area
- Current safety data sheets
- Site contact person for coordination
They attended site to inspect and then produced an estimate with breakdown of the elements and associated costs which gave me confidence in what the price of the job was likely to be. The team carried out the prep work the day before and on the day removed the fuel, cleaned the tanks and left the site in a clean and tidy state. They were efficient, organised and did not waste any time. Job done in a few hours for my two smallish tanks. I have no problems recommending this company.
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