With the new Manway products available, KC Supply Co is often asked how to choose the right cover that fits a specific storage tank or need. Finding the correct product for the proper tank or purpose is critical—mismatching tanks and covers could result in hazardous and costly accidents during the transport, loading, and unloading of the storage tanks’ contents. It could cause spills or depressurization, causing untold damage.

The Process is the Key

When trying to choose a tank cover, the critical first step is to consider the entire process or procedure. Lay down a flow chart of what the material to be put into the storage tank is, the conditions around it, and how it gets loaded and unloaded. Then you can understand what Manway cover is needed.

  • Know your chemical: What kind of chemical is getting stored in the tank? This is a highly significant factor as the various chemicals and substances that get transported can vary significantly regarding what conditions are needed to store them. Storing water is vastly different from storing crude oil or chemicals.
  • Tank filling procedure: How a tank is filled with the chemical is also essential. Various covers can adapt to filling the tank through a pump, gravity, or pneumatic fill.
  • Access requirements: Finally, you need to specify how you will access the substance in the tank. Manway covers come in a variety of types that allow for different levels of accessibility. Does the tank need to be airtight? Does it need to be cleaned now and again? Does it need built-in venting or proper pressurization?

By knowing your substance and storage needs, you can choose the most appropriate Manway cover for your storage tank. Furthermore, it gives you peace of mind knowing that not only will the storage tank be secured as needed, but it also adheres to the highest level of safety to ensure years of efficient work.

You need the right tools and parts for the right job to ensure efficiency and safety. Visit KC Supply Co to learn more about state-of-the-art parts and equipment.