For intermediate storage of bulk materials such as barite, bentonite, cement and calcium carbonate. The surge tanks receive, store and dose bulk materials as required. The tanks can be delivered in standard sizes, specified sizes or engineered to suit the available space.
Tanks are delivered with cell feeder interface flange and fluidizing system to avoid bridging of bulk material and secure emptying of the tank. In additionthe tanks are typically delivered with instrumentation required to interface the bulk and mixing control system for automated systems. Heave and tilt systems are available for drillshipsand semi’sto maintain stable and reliable monitoring of the tank contents in all situations.