Environmental protection - single skin tank linings and double skin tank linings - new developments to suit all linings > Read More
ABFAD's Specialist Coatings
Specialist Coatings which give long term protection for steel & concrete. Coatings are fast set some within 5 seconds > Read More
Rope Access
Rope Access offers a fast, cost effective and, above all, a safe solution to hazardous high-rise access. > Read More
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Welcome to Abfad Specialists Access, Coatings, Civil & Engineerings Services
ABFAD has many years of experience in construction, maintenance and corrosion control. We offer expertise in applying solvent free Epoxy and Polyurethane products for long term protection of steel and concrete and in supplying trade experienced rope access personnel for all industries. More recently, over the past four years, ABFAD have assisted clients with Fuel Tank Storage Environmental protection from single skin coating to double skin containment. All ABFAD’s services are carried out safely and supervised for quality control.
ABFAD is an innovative company who prides itself on providing solutions for clients and Industries with major problems such as environmental protection from leaking tanks. Over the years ABFAD has been in the forefront of new developments and application for instance, developing equipment and training personnel to apply solvent free coatings with no volatile organic compounds (VOC) to help protect the atmosphere ozone layer, personnel and general public. ABFAD has formulated methods to overcome problems in the PetroChem Industry, one such example of constant concern is cracking of existing market chemical linings in fuel storage tanks which become ineffective as double skin protection caused by tank movement and forces induced due to constant refilling of tanks. ABFAD have two double skin systems available for clients, that are flexible and effective and will provide REAL environmental protection, please see Tank Linings Page for more details. Another development was the introduction of permanent magnets to provide clients with access where no other cost effective method was possible, please see the Marine Shipping page for more details. Whatever the challenge ABFAD will be there with a practical approach to assist Clients overcome industrial problems, we are your Solution Providers. ABFAD’s Vision Statement
ABFAD’s prime objective is to satisfy the needs and expectations of clients by providing the necessary expertise to complete any agreed contract to the specified quality, safe and statutory requirement.
It is ABFAD's specific policy to work together with clients in such a manner that will result in a harmonious relationship, centering on the concept of continuous Quality Improvement ABFAD’s Commitment
ABFAD is committed to a program of improved efficiency by creating an environment which encourages team work, fosters innovative solutions and leadership in order to meet or exceed clients’ needs and objectives. ABFAD’s Prime Objective
1.) ABFAD aim to maintain their 100% Safety Record whilst providing clients with the required services. 2.) To do this ABFAD intend to ensure full risk assessments are carried out for all work. If a risk proves too great, then ABFAD will not carry out the requested task, but will provide an alternative solution. 3.) All ABFAD Supervisors are trained in preparing & implementing risk assessments & method statements to carry out work safely. 4.) ABFAD operates a full Safety Management System.
ABFAD’s Achievements and Standards
* ISO 9001:2000 * OHAS 18001:1999 * Investor in People * PowerGen Management Safety Award * Rope Access Training through CITB grant approved courses * Member of The Concrete Society * Member of the Civil Engineering Contractors Association (North East) * Member of The Welding Institute * Member of the Northern Offshore Federation * Member of the North East Chamber of Commerce * ABFAD offer a total quality service to all of their clients
ABFAD Limited was one of the major contributing companies in meeting mile stone targets to complete the stadium, over a 18 month period on all high level areas.
Single skin coatings, fully protects steel tanks against aggressive chemicals incl. petrol, diesel, bio-methanol, bio-ethanol and sulphur reducing bacteria. Coating is solvent free with zero VOCs to protect personnel, general public and the environment.
Fast double skin system for petrol, diesel, bio-fuels and lubricating oil storage with application and material guarantees’ which can be further extended if so desired by our clients. If required we can also supply an insurance backed guarantee, details of which can be supplied on request.
Our Double skin system is probably the fastest to install in the UK and possibly in the World and provides an effective solution for environmental protection which is controlled through a class 1 vacuum leak detection unit.