Plant production infrastructure

 

  Tank Clinic JHB currently employs some 100 employees of which close on 80 are factory related. Tank Clinic JHB manufactures on average some 15 tankers of various types and configurations per month, with a maximum output capability in the region of 25-30 tanks per month.

 

  The plant consists of the mainline tanker facility which builds the tank shells, supporting frames and running gear structures, installing of pipelines, meters, pumps etc. Adjacent to the mainline tanker building is Tank Clinic’s tank testing facility, paint shop and final finishing facility.

 

 Tank Clinic designs their tankers to the specific customer needs to comply with SANS 1518 (ADR) and other statutory requirements. From the design, the customer specification is translated into engineered drawings and a technical specification. A great deal of emphasis is put on structural integrity of the designs and experience has shown that this philosophy pays handsome dividends with regards to reliability and longevity.

 

  Only the highest quality materials and components are used and subcontractors for specialized functions are of the most reputable. Application of the latest processes and techniques ensure that costs are minimized, effective payload is maximized and that reliability of the product is further enhanced. Tank Clinic further applies a strict quality assurance procedure to ensure that the end customer receives maximum satisfaction

 

Tank materials and construction codes

 

 The main material used in the manufacture of Fuel tankers is Aluminium. Tank Clinic has developed from manufacturing tanks in grades 5454, to 5083 and more recently built with 5182 H111 grade. This complies with local and international codes of construction.

 

 

 Depending on the customer requirements and types of products to be carried Tank Clinic also manufacture with various Stainless steels (316 and 304), carbon steels, Domex steels and commercial grade mild steels.

 

 

  Based on local legislative and industry requirements the fuel tankers are built in accordance with – South African National Standards acceptance. The main codes applied are SANS 1518 – Transportation of Dangerous goods by road.

 

 

 These documents have been compiled using a mix of DOT and EU standards, with the main document of reference being ADR. In the event of manufacturing pressure vessels, Tank Clinic applies BS5500.

 

 

ADR / ISO Certification

 

 Tank Clinic is able to meet the most stringent design and quality standards and is certified to both ISO and ADR standards. Although ADR is a relatively new legislation for manufacturers of vehicles which are to transport dangerous goods, Tank Clinic has been building tanks which meet these requirements since as early as 2006.

 

 The manufacturing process is closely monitored by third party inspectors from Bureau Veritas and all designs are verified by means of an integral Finite Element Analysis (Stress Analysis). The early incorporation of ADR into the design developments has ensured a smooth transition and compliance with the SANS 1518 standard.

 

 Tank Clinic is actively involved with the South African Bureau of Standards as a participant on the sub-committee which is charged with the implementation and amendment of SANS 1518 in respect of dangerous goods vehicles.

 

  Tank Clinic currently holds the following ISO ISO 9001:2008; 14001:2004 and 18001:2007 Certifications.