Catch Basins and the Hidden Step in Pipeline Pigging: Where Does the Waste Actually Go?
Catch Basins and the Hidden Step in Pipeline Pigging: Where Does the Waste Actually Go? Pipeline pigging gets plenty of attention for what it accomplishes inside the line. A pig scrapes away buildup, clears liquids, and helps operators confirm a pipeline is sound. What gets discussed far less often is what happens at the receiving […]
Why Field Execution Determines Your Secondary Containment Solution’s Performance
Why Field Execution Determines Your Secondary Containment Solution’s Performance TL;DR A containment solution is only as effective as its installation. AssetGuard products are engineered for maximum performance, but realizing that performance in the field requires expert installation sequencing, proper site preparation, and adherence to safety protocols. Falcon Technologies delivers that expertise, transforming high-quality products into […]
SPCC Secondary Containment Sizing: How to Calculate the 110% Rule for Your Site
SPCC Secondary Containment Sizing: How to Calculate the 110% Rule for Your Site For onshore oil and gas operators, EPA Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) compliance is the daily discipline that keeps facilities running, inspectors satisfied, and the environment protected. At the heart of it sits one of the most misunderstood numbers in the […]
SPCC Compliance and Secondary Containment Requirements: Why a Plan Is Not Enough
SPCC Compliance and Secondary Containment Requirements: Why a Plan Is Not Enough A Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan is a legal requirement for many facilities that store oil above threshold quantities. But passing an audit or filing a certified document does not mean your facility is actually compliant. There is a significant gap […]
Spill Containment and SPCC Inspections: What Inspectors Actually Question
Spill Containment and SPCC Inspections: What Inspectors Actually Question During SPCC inspections, portable containment systems are evaluated as operational controls. Inspectors compare what the SPCC plan states with what is staged, deployed, and functioning in the field, and any gap between those two views draws attention regardless of whether a release has occurred. Portable systems […]
5 Questions to Help Decide Which Spill Containment Barrier Is Right for Your Facility
5 Questions to Help Decide Which Spill Containment Barrier Is Right for Your Facility Choosing the right spill containment barrier is an operational decision that affects compliance, safety, and the efficiency of a facility’s day-to-day operations. While both 6-inch berm containment and 12-inch Cee purlin containment are proven systems, they solve different problems. The right […]
Repair or Replace: A Field-Driven Look at Failure Indicators for Secondary Containment Liners
Repair or Replace: A Field-Driven Look at Failure Indicators for Secondary Containment Liners Secondary containment liners are the first line of protection against fluid migration across upstream and midstream operations. When damage appears, the question becomes whether the issue can be repaired or if the liner has reached the end of its service life. Understanding […]
Crossover Stairs: Safe Access Solutions for Complex Oil and Gas Sites
Crossover Stairs: Safe Access Solutions for Complex Oil and Gas Sites Oil and gas facilities are dynamic, high-risk environments. Workers constantly navigate across pipelines, berms, containment areas, and process structures. Each movement presents a potential hazard if access is not engineered for safety. How can facilities improve worker mobility and prevent accidents? The answer lies […]
Enhancing Durability in Oil and Gas Facilities: The Role of Concrete Coatings
Enhancing Durability in Oil and Gas Facilities: The Role of Concrete Coatings Concrete is one of the most common materials in oil and gas infrastructure. It supports containment basins, tank pads, process floors, and wastewater treatment structures. Yet concrete’s natural porosity makes it vulnerable to corrosion, chemical attack, and moisture intrusion. Over time, these stressors […]
What Is Corrosion Protection? The 10 Most Important Answers for Extending Equipment Life in Oil & Gas
What Is Corrosion Protection? The 10 Most Important Answers for Extending Equipment Life in Oil & Gas Water is one of the most underestimated threats in oil and gas operations. When tanks or equipment sit directly on the ground, standing water collects at contact points. Over time, this accelerates under-tank corrosion, pitting, and metal loss […]