Tank and Silo Cleaning

Blix Environmental Solutions offer tank and silo cleaning services, working in confined spaces and at heights to avoid the build-up of moisture, residue, and corrosion.

About our Tank and Silo Cleaning

Blix Environmental Solutions conducts tank and silo cleaning in confined spaces and working at heights to remove residual products on the inner walls or at the bottom of the tank or silo. Regular cleaning maintains the integrity of tanks and silos by ensuring that harmful or hazardous materials do not build up.

The Benefits

Cleaning tanks and silos regularly help to avoid issues that may otherwise lead to damage which are costly to fix.

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Avoid moisture build-up, which may lead to corrosion and cause leaks.

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Ensure sludge and contaminants such as mould or bacteria do not collect inside tanks and silos.

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Silos and tanks which are not regularly cleaned may experience pipe blockages.

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Maintain industry compliance by regularly cleaning tanks and silos

Our Technologies

Blix relies on a highly trained team and efficient proprietary technology to safely clean tanks and silos.

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Blix works in confined spaces and works at heights with a qualified team.

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Deploying of silowhip or cardox systems to remove residue from the internal walls where there is no rope access.

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Deploying proprietary vacuum trucks or Dry Vac trucks to remove residue from the bottom of the tank or silo if required.

Tank and Silo Cleaning Applications

Silo and tank cleaning services are required where tanks and silos where residue build up may occur.

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Prevent the contamination of drinking water and food products in the food industry.

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Prevent the contamination of petroleum products with rust and residue.

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Reduce operational costs of tanks and silos by preventing the build-up of sludge and pipe blockages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions about our Tank and Silo Cleaning? Here are some of our clients' most asked questions.
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What is high pressure jetting used for?

High-pressure jetting, or HP jetting, makes use of high speed streams of high-pressure water to to clean an array of pipes.HP jetting is used to clear blockages in drain or storm water pipes, as well as to perform regular or routine preventative cleaning of drain or storm water pipes, as well as potable water pipes.

Why do tanks and silos require regular cleaning?
Tanks and silos require regular cleaning in order to preserve and maintain the integrity of the structure, to prevent corrosion or leaks, to eliminate potential blockages, to reduce contamination of the contents, and they should be cleaned regularly in order to maintain specific industry standards required by relevant industry bodies.
What does working at heights mean?
Working at heights simply means working in any space where, if no safety precautions are in place, a person could fall any distance that would likely cause an injury. For example, falls from ladders or falling through fragile surfaces such as glass would be covered by “working at heights”. Working at heights is one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries. 
How are accidents prevented when working at heights?
Strict health and safety procedures are followed when working at height, in order to minimise the risk
  • All work at height is properly planned and organised
  • A risk assessment is carried out for all work conducted at height
  • Appropriate work equipment is selected and used
  • People working at a height are competent and well trained
  • Equipment used for working at height is properly inspected and maintained
  • Risks from fragile surfaces are properly controlled 
Do you need special equipment to work at height?
Personal protection equipment (PPE) which protects only the user/wearer is always used when working at heights. This PPE requires specific action by the user, such as wearing it properly and adjusting it correctly in order for the equipment to function optimally. Examples include work restraint equipment which prevents falls, and fall arrest equipment which minimises the consequences of a fall.
What is considered working in a confined space?
A confined space has limited or restricted means of entry or exit and is not a space that is designed for normal or continuous human occupancy. A confined space is not necessarily a small space if you consider the inclusion of silos, vats, tanks, water supply towers, etc. that fall under this definition.
What are some examples of working in confined spaces?
Working in tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, puts, manholes, tunnels, equipment housing, ducts, pipelines, sewers, access shafts, aircraft wings, boilers, pump stations, digesters, manure pits, compartments of ships, furnaces and storage bins, to name a few.
Why are confined spaces hazardous?
Working in confined spaces is hazardous because there is always a risk of inhalation of dangerous fumes, reduced oxygen levels or a risk that a fire may break out. Flooding and drowning is yet another risk, as well as the risk of asphyxiation from a source such as dust, grain or when working with any contaminant. 
Do you require special clothing to work in a confined space?
Yes, specialised clothing is required for work in confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (such as respirators, gloves, hearing protection) is commonly used in confined spaces. However, wearing PPE may increase the heat experienced by the operator, and/or cause loss of mobility in certain situations. Those situations should be carefully evaluated on a case-by-case basis. PPE should always be used as part of a PPE program and all possible hazards and risks associated with PPE should be evaluated prior to project commencement. 
How are potential hazards controlled when working in confined spaces?
The traditional hazard control methods found in regular worksites can also be used effectively when working in a confined space. However, due to the nature of working in confined spaces, and depending on the hazard, special precautions that are not normally required in a regular worksite should also be taken.
Examples of these could include:
  • Engineering controls: designed to remove the hazard – for example, mechanical ventilation 
  • Administrative controls: designed to minimise contact with the hazard – for example, an entry permit system for workers
  • Personal protective equipment: designed to protect the user – for example, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
Which areas in South Africa does Blix service?

Blix services all areas in South Africa.

Does Blix offer an after hour service?

Blix does offer a 24 hours service when required and especially in case of emergencies

Does Blix service the domestic market?

No, Blix is purely focused on the non-domestic/industrial industry

The Industries Using Blix Tank and Silo Cleaning

Blix services all industries where silos and tanks are used to store product.

Waste management services in the municipal sector
Mills for sugar, flour, and mielies
Waste management services in the municipal sector
Grain storage and silos
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Food and beverage manufacturers
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Animal feed manufacturers
Waste management services in the industrial sector
Glass manufacturers
Waste management services in the manufacturing industry
Mechanical workshops
Waste management services in the automotive industry
Logistics, transport, and distribution
Waste management services in the mining sector
Mining industries
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Power stations
Waste management services in the petrochemical industry
Edible oil refineries
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Breweries
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Bakeries
Waste management services in the petrochemical industry
Petroleum industries
Waste management services in the automotive industry
Detergent manufacturers
Waste management services in the mining sector
Cosmetic manufacturers
Waste management services in the food and beverage industry
Paper mills