Project Overview – Industrial Oil Storage Tank Rust/Oil removal
Project Overview
Industrial Oil Storage Tank Rust/Oil removal
Location: Alberta, Canada
Sector: Oil & Gas
Power Laser Inc. recently executed a precision de-rusting project for a major oil storage tank in Alberta. As a critical component of a 10-year scheduled maintenance plan, the interior surfaces of a tank previously containing 10W-30 motor oil required a complete return to white-metal standards.
Traditional abrasive methods were bypassed in favor of our advanced mobile laser cleaning technology, ensuring a high-efficiency clean with zero secondary waste or chemical runoff.
The Challenge
- Contaminant Profile: Years of oxidation (rust) built up on surfaces previously saturated with 10W-30 oil.
Precision Requirements: Stripping the rust without damaging the integrity of the tank’s substrate.
Environmental Constraints: Working within the strict safety and environmental standards of the Alberta energy sector.
Our Solution
Using high-power fiber laser systems, Power Laser Inc. successfully vaporized heavy rust layers, leaving the steel surface clean and ready for inspection. This process was completed faster than traditional grinding and provided a superior surface for any subsequent protective coatings.
Safety & Environmental Compliance
Safety is our operational baseline. To ensure a clean and hazardous-free environment, we implemented:
High-Volume Fume Extraction: Continuous air filtration with external venting to maintain air quality within the premises.
Advanced PPE: Full-scale respiratory and eye protection protocols for all on-site technicians.
Eco-Friendly Process: Since laser cleaning produces no grit or chemicals, the project maintained a minimal environmental footprint.
REMOVE. RESTORE. REBUILD.
Stop wasting time on outdated cleaning methods.
No chemicals. No damage. No downtime.
Power Laser delivers precision laser cleaning for industrial surfaces — fast, eco-friendly, and powerful enough to handle the toughest jobs.
Rust removal
Paint & coating stripping