Tank & Vessel Lining

Storage tanks internally affected by erosion, corrosion and chemical attack can be rapidly repaired and protected with Belzona UK’s repair and maintenance solutions.

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Tank Lining, Reinvented: Cold-Applied, Long-Lasting Solutions

In heavy industries, tanks and vessels are continuously exposed to aggressive environments. Whether it’s chemicals, high pressures, temperature fluctuations, or abrasive materials, all of these factors can accelerate internal lining degradation. This leads to corrosion, leaks, and contamination risks, compromising safety and operational efficiency.

Repairing or relining tanks often requires extended shutdowns, hot work, and confined space entry, all of which increase costs, safety concerns, and project complexity. In many cases, traditional lining systems lack the chemical or mechanical resistance needed for long-term protection, resulting in frequent rework.

Heavy industries require reliable, cold-applied lining solutions that offer long-lasting protection, minimise downtime, and can be applied safely in demanding environments. And, Belzona UK is here to offer a solution to your repair and maintenance needs.

How to repair and protect tanks and vessels with Belzona's solutions

Our Solutions

Internal lining systems – Long-lasting protection against corrosion, chemical attack, and erosion.
Leak sealing solutions – Cold-applied materials to seal through-wall defects and prevent fluid loss.
External protection coatings – Guard against weathering, corrosion, and mechanical damage.
Chemical-resistant linings – Designed for harsh environments in water, wastewater, oil & gas, and chemical processing.
Cold-applied application – No hot work needed, allowing safe, in-situ repairs even in hazardous areas.
Rebuilding of damaged areas – Restore pitted, worn, or corroded surfaces to full functionality.
Flange face protection – Peelable repair solution for leaking flange faces
Secondary containment protection – Coatings to protect concrete bunds and tank bases from leaks and chemical exposure.
Extended asset life – Minimise downtime and reduce the need for costly replacements.

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FAQ

Belzona repair solutions are cold-applied, allowing repairs to be completed without welding or other hot work activities.

This is particularly beneficial in facilities operating under DSEAR regulations, where minimising ignition risks and avoiding hot work permits can reduce both complexity and downtime.

The correct lining depends on the chemicals being stored, operating temperatures, concentrations, and exposure conditions.

Using the wrong lining can result in swelling, blistering, coating breakdown, and contamination.

Belzona UK offers specialist chemical-resistant linings such as Belzona 1391T, which is designed to withstand a wide range of aggressive chemicals and elevated operating temperatures commonly found in industrial processing environments.

Following inspection, Belzona UK can repair corroded areas and apply protective lining systems that isolate the substrate from the operating environment, helping to prevent future corrosion and extend asset service life.

Plate bonding is a proven repair method for tanks and vessels affected by corrosion, wall loss, or localised damage, particularly where traditional welded repairs are impractical or undesirable.

Instead of hot work, a steel reinforcement plate is bonded directly to the substrate using a high-strength structural adhesive, restoring integrity and providing additional reinforcement.

Belzona UK utilises Belzona 7311, a high-performance epoxy adhesive specifically designed for structural plate bonding applications. When used as part of an engineered repair solution, Belzona 7311 creates a durable bond capable of reinforcing weakened areas while eliminating the need for welding, reducing downtime, and avoiding disruption to operations.

Plate bonding is particularly beneficial in facilities operating under DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) requirements, where minimising ignition sources and avoiding hot work permits can significantly improve safety and simplify maintenance activities.

Refurbishing damaged or ageing tanks with modern lining systems can restore asset integrity, reduce the likelihood of leaks and corrosion-related failures, and lower ongoing maintenance requirements.

Belzona UK’s repair and lining solutions are designed to provide long-term corrosion protection, helping businesses maximise asset reliability while avoiding costly tank replacement projects.

From first assessment to final inspection, our team of experts offer a turnkey solution as part of our Product Plus service for your maintenance and repair needs

Application / Training

As a leader in industrial protective coatings and repair composites, Belzona has a proven track record for providing long-term solutions to a variety of maintenance problems in countless areas.

In our 585sqm state-of-the-art training facility, Belzona UK can offer a thorough Training Programme to provide experienced applicators with theoretical and practical knowledge for achieving a successful application.