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Working on behalf of a demolition contractor, Hydrotec was tasked with removing waste oils from a distribution pipework network running across a site. The pipework extended for more than 550 meters, with diameters ranging from 14" to 36". The largest section of pipework was approximately 70% full of waste oil, with the total volume of waste contained within the network estimated at around 340m³. The Solution Hydrotec deployed specialist pigging equipment to systematically cle

Project overview Window cutting a spherical tank prior to demolition. As part of a wider tank cleaning project at an oil terminal in the South East of England, Hydrotec was contracted to create access openings in two storage tanks using abrasive water jet cutting. The challenge Following the initial removal of bulk sludge, access openings were required to provide improved visibility into the tanks and support the ongoing cleaning and inspection works. The tank levels first ha

Hydrotec was appointed to support the restoration of the world’s oldest surviving gasholder, delivering specialist environmental and industrial services for one of the most historically significant heritage infrastructure projects undertaken in recent years. Our scope focused on the safe removal, treatment, and disposal of wastewater, oils, and sludges contained within the structure, ensuring the restoration programme could progress efficiently while preserving the integrity

Wastewater treatment is an essential process in industries across the globe.

With increasing scrutiny around PFAS-containing AFFF foams, organisations need a partner that can manage the process safely, efficiently and fully in line with UK regulations. In our latest blog, we explore how Hydrotec supports projects from start to finish.