How to Maintain UST Sumps safely and in compliance with 40 CFR 280

1. Solutions For Corrosion & Water Problems
in UST Sumps
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2. We Are Here To Help - Ask Questions

3. Before Steel Camel After Steel Camel:
What Sumps Are
Supposed To Look Like.

4. Corrosion in Fuel Systems is More Than Cosmetic
Factors Include:
1. Maintenance Costs
2. Equipment Replacement
Costs
3. Critical Down Time
4. Environmental / Compliance
5. Worker Safety

5. What Is Corrosion?
The Process of Metal Being Destroyed
by a Chemical Action

6. The Problems Range From Dry To Wet
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7. And All Points In Between

8. About Moisture in Sumps
Same Problem in Cockpits of Fighter Jets and Showers
Swings and Changes in Temperature
Also is carrier of Microbes / Bacteria

9. Problems cont. Water in Sumps
• Contributing Factor of Corrosion
• Gasket are weak links……industry wide problems
• Can Gain Dryness with Water Blocking Products

10. Problems Cont. Acid VaporsProblems Cont. Acid VaporsProblems Cont. Acid VaporsProblems Cont. Acid Vapors
Start in the TankStart in the TankStart in the TankStart in the Tank
Work Their WayWork Their WayWork Their WayWork Their Way
Into Sump andInto Sump andInto Sump andInto Sump and
PitsPitsPitsPits
Hard toHard toHard toHard to StopStopStopStop
Can be vaporCan be vaporCan be vaporCan be vapor
Pressure fromPressure fromPressure fromPressure from
fast fuel drops.fast fuel drops.fast fuel drops.fast fuel drops.

11. Problems Cont. Copper Tube
Acid Build Up Leads to Pits and Failure

12. What Works and Doesn’t Work &
How Do Avoid Major Headaches and Expenses

13. What Has Been Tried and Doesn’t Work
1. Paints & Coatings1. Paints & Coatings1. Paints & Coatings1. Paints & Coatings

14. Covered Up In Paint

15. Cover Up With Paint.
Simply Doesn’t Work Due to Expansion of Rust.

16. What Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t Work
2. Products Relying On Petroleum Base As Barrier
a) Washes Off With Water
b) Breaks Down in Heat
c) Creates Mess for Inspectors & Maintenance Staff
d) Can Create Petroleum Contact Water

17. 3333. Strong Acid Rust Removers & Converters Acid > 20%
Dangerous for workers and if not rinsed properlyDangerous for workers and if not rinsed properlyDangerous for workers and if not rinsed properlyDangerous for workers and if not rinsed properly
What Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t WorkWhat Has Been Tried and Doesn’t Work

18. * User Friendly* User Friendly* User Friendly* User Friendly
* Easy Application and Easy to Re* Easy Application and Easy to Re* Easy Application and Easy to Re* Easy Application and Easy to Re----ApplyApplyApplyApply
* Compatible with Metal Products* Compatible with Metal Products* Compatible with Metal Products* Compatible with Metal Products
* Specifically Address Corrosion Causing Factors* Specifically Address Corrosion Causing Factors* Specifically Address Corrosion Causing Factors* Specifically Address Corrosion Causing Factors
* No Mess!* No Mess!* No Mess!* No Mess! ---- Easy to InspectEasy to InspectEasy to InspectEasy to Inspect
What Works…..

19. Steel Camel Products
Desiccant Bag &
Acid Vapor Neutralizer
All In One Corrosion
Converter & Corrosion
Prevention
Water Blocking Gel For
Sumps and Spill Buckets

20. Supplies Needed
Before Starting treatment
Safety Glasses Vest Cup of Water Coveralls
Gloves Mask Multiple Rags

21. Supplies Needed
Before We Begin Treatments
Non Sparking Brass Tools

22. Supplies Needed
Before We Begin Treatments
Disposable Paint Brushes and Disposable Paint Cups

23. Check with Safety Manager for Company Policy and Gear
For Confined Space Entry.
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Any power tools used should be UL approved & Intrinsically Safe

24. Must Remove Flakes..
Ok To Leave Surface Corrosion
Corrosion Removal. Must Get To Base Metal

25. Elbow Grease
Scrape & Brush….Safest

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Corrosion Conversion
Progression

27. 1) Wipe Down Surface with Damp Rag
2) Apply Liberally
4) Wait 10 Minutes
5) Apply Again
Brush in worker is
in sump
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One Step Corrosion Conversion & Prevention
Steel Camel

28. Corrosion Conversion Prevention – Steel Camel
Apply Steel Camel
Brush OR
SPRAY from the top

29. Steel Camel only affects
areas with rust.
No harm to plastics, copper
or other surfaces.
No Polymer to interfere
with future maintenance
procedures / bolts.
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Corrosion Prevention – Steel Camel

30. Corrosion Prevention – Steel Camel
Wet Look For Up To 12 weeks Can Be Wiped Off if Desired

31. Acid Vapor Neutralization & Moisture Absorbent
Mount As High As You Can
Primarily for Ethanol and
Alternative Fuels with High
Acid Content.
Simple and Safe.

32. Training
 On Site
 In Tampa
 Via Video & Testing
813-877-4665

33. References
Montana DEQ
Florida DEP
EPA
PEI – Safety Committee and
Chairman
National Fire Protection Agency
State of Tennesse UST Dept.
Dr. John Wilson
Broward County DEP
Bryant Company
California EPA
Weston
Guardian Fueling Tech