One tank type, different cleaning logic
Chemical and crude/product programmes share pumps and jetting gear — but residue behaviour, coating sensitivity and acceptance tests differ sharply.
Crude and fuel oil histories
Heavy residues and sludge usually need robust sludge cleaning, demucking and HP/UHP washing before finer stages.
Chemical and sensitive next cargoes
After bulk removal, fine cleaning and wall-wash readiness dominate. Chemistry must be compatible with coatings and charterer limits.
How we choose the programme
- Last cargo and estimated residue
- Next employment or survey standard
- Tank coating condition and geometry
- Waste / MARPOL pathway for generated sludge
Need a scoped plan? Open demucking services or request a quote with last/next cargo details.
