Why is tank lining important?

Over the years we have gained vast knowledge and experience lining and repairing storage tanks of all different shapes and sizes. Above ground, underground, some in good condition, some in bad condition, and many in VERY bad condition. One thing is clear from our time...

APEA Live 2016

Abfad were at the APEA Live 2016 at Stadium MK in Milton Keynes last week, meeting clients new and old. APEA Live consists of an exhibition and conference running throughout the day. By night it’s transformed into an awards dinner, recognising industry...

NEPIC Meet The Members 2016

That time of year again, when the sun is shining (occasionally) and NEPIC hold their annual members conference. Once more the venue was the magnificent Wynyard Hall Grand Marquee, which really is a great venue, with around 400 delegates attending and 84 exhibitors...

Correct Preparation Is Critical

Blasting a process water tank to SA2.5 standard, ready to be spray coated with specialist solvent free coatings by tank lining professionals Abfad Limited. It is critical for proper adhesion of the coating that all preparation of the steel is performed to an exacting...

Double Skinning A Double Skin

At the end of last year, we completed a bit of a unique project for one of our clients, fixing a problem in one of there large storage tanks which contained over 2 million litres of hazardous liquid. To do this we used an interesting method which had never been tried...