Industrial Tank Lining Services
High-Performance Tank Lining Solutions for Critical Industrial Assets
Corrous Industrial Group® provides specialist tank lining services across the UK, protecting steel and concrete storage tanks from corrosion, chemical attack, contamination, abrasion, and long-term deterioration.
As experienced specialist corrosion protection contractors, we install and reline high-performance industrial tank lining systems that create a durable internal barrier, helping extend asset life, maintain product integrity, and reduce maintenance costs. Every lining system is expertly selected according to the stored product, operating environment, substrate condition, and required service life.
Our tank lining solutions are widely used across chemical manufacturing, fuel storage, water treatment, utilities, power generation, and heavy industrial facilities where reliable asset protection is essential.
Industrial Tank Protection Designed to Prevent Failure
Without a correctly specified and maintained internal lining system, industrial storage tanks can deteriorate over time through corrosion, chemical attack, abrasion, microbial growth, and contamination.
As protective systems fail, steel and concrete substrates become increasingly vulnerable, leading to expensive repairs, reduced operational efficiency, product contamination, and early asset replacement.
Common risks include:
- Internal corrosion, rust and metal loss
- Chemical attack and substrate degradation
- Product contamination
- Microbial-induced corrosion (MIC)
- Coating blistering and loss of adhesion
- Abrasion and erosion
- Increased maintenance costs
- Reduced tank service life
Selecting the correct industrial tank lining system helps reduce lifecycle costs while protecting valuable storage assets.
Specialist Tank Lining Solutions for Industrial Applications
Corrous Industrial Group provides specialist tank lining services that create a durable protective barrier between stored products and the tank substrate. Correctly specified industrial tank lining systems help protect steel and concrete tanks from corrosion, chemical attack, contamination, abrasion, and long-term structural deterioration.
Whether storing fuels, water, chemicals, hydrocarbons, or industrial process liquids, every lining system is selected according to the stored substance, operating environment, substrate condition, and required service life to maximise asset performance and reliability.
We provide specialist lining systems for a wide range of industrial storage assets, including:
✔ Fuel Tank Lining
✔ Concrete Tank Lining (Subject to Compatibility)
✔ Water Tank Lining
✔ Chemical Tank Lining (Subject to Compatibility)
✔ Oil Tank Lining
✔ Steel Tank Lining
Tank Relining Services
Over time, existing lining systems can deteriorate. Our tank relining services remove failed or damaged coatings before installing new high-performance lining systems that restore long-term protection and extend the operational life of the asset.
Tank relining is commonly recommended where:
- Existing linings are failing
- Corrosion is present
- Product contamination risks exist
- Coating adhesion has deteriorated
- Tanks require refurbishment rather than replacement
- Inspections identify substrate deterioration
Where appropriate, localised repairs are completed before the installation of the replacement lining system to ensure long-term coating performance.
Tank External Coating Services
While internal tank linings protect the inside of storage tanks, external coating systems defend assets against weathering, ultraviolet light, moisture ingress, thermal cycling, and atmospheric corrosion. Corrous Industrial Group provides specialist external coating solutions that help extend tank integrity.
Our external coating services include:
- Full tank refurbishment programmes
- External maintenance coating schemes
- Localised coating repairs
- Coating condition surveys
- Corrosion treatment
- Surface preparation and repainting
Tank Condition Assessment & Rapid Response
As specialist corrosion protection contractors, we provide rapid-response repair services for tanks affected by coating failure, corrosion, chemical attack, or substrate deterioration.
Following asset inspection, we can complete any localised repairs, treatment, and discuss full tank relining options to restore long-term asset protection.
Technical Standards & Quality Assurance
Every tank lining service is delivered using proven industrial coating systems supported by rigorous quality assurance procedures.
- Chemical-resistant lining systems
- Controlled abrasive blast cleaning
- Surface profile assessment
- Coating thickness verification
- Inspection-led QA
- Full documentation and traceability
Tank Lining Systems We Apply
Corrous Industrial Group applies high-performance tank lining systems best suited to stored products, operating environment, substrate condition, and required service life.
We can work to project specifications or assist with selecting the most appropriate coating system.
Typical Tank Lining Systems Include
- High-build epoxy tank lining systems
- Novolac epoxy tank lining systems
- Chemical-resistant epoxy linings
- Vinyl ester lining systems
- Glass flake reinforced coatings
- Polyurethane coating systems (external steelwork)
- Zinc-rich primer systems (external steelwork)
System Selection Is Based On:
- Stored product compatibility
- Chemical exposure
- Operating temperature
- Abrasion resistance
- Tank substrate
- Required design life
- Inspection requirements
- Maintenance strategy
Every lining specification is developed to provide the optimum balance of durability, protection, and lifecycle value.
Our Specialist Tank Lining Process
We follow a structured and compliant-focused approach to ensure durable tank protection in line with UK industry standards.
This ensures safe delivery and long-lasting coating systems across the full asset lifecycle.
1. Tank Inspection & Assessment
We assess the condition of the tank, existing coatings, and substrate to identify corrosion, cracks or any requirements for repair before lining works begin.
2. Specification & System Selection
We select the most suitable tank lining system based on the stored product, chemical compatibility, substrate condition, operating environment, and required service life.
3. Surface Preparation & Repairs
Tank surfaces are prepared using controlled methods to remove contaminants, failed coatings, and corrosion. Any defects, damage, or substrate issues are repaired to ensure optimal lining performance.
4. Tank Lining Installation
Specialist lining systems are applied under controlled conditions to create a durable protective barrier.
5. Inspection & Quality Verification
Completed lining systems are inspected and verified against project requirements and quality assurance procedures where applicable.
6. Handover & Documentation
Full project documentation is provided, including quality records and relevant information to support ongoing maintenance, asset management, and long-term performance.
All work includes appropriate confined space controls, ventilation, and specialist surface preparation to maximise coating performance and long-term durability.
Industries & Assets We Commonly Protect
Our industrial tank lining services are used across numerous industrial sectors, including:
- Fuel storage facilities
- Chemical manufacturing plants
- Water treatment works
- Utilities
- Petrochemical facilities
- Process manufacturing
- Power generation
- Bulk liquid storage terminals
Why Choose Corrous Industrial Group®?
With more than 35 years of international experience in industrial protective coatings and asset protection, Corrous Industrial Group delivers inspection-led tank lining solutions designed around long-term performance, compliance, and lifecycle value. Our teams work across complex industrial environments where containment failure is not an option.
- Specialists in tank lining services and industrial protective coatings
- Inspection-led approach to containment protection
- Chemical-resistant systems for demanding environments
- UK-wide mobilisation for industrial projects
- Experience across energy, chemical, utilities, and manufacturing sectors
- Focus on asset integrity, compliance, and long-term protection
35+ YEARS INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Corrous’ leadership team have decades of experience delivering complex grit blasting and shot blasting projects for local, national and international customers.
Based in Lancashire, we offer rapid mobilisation UK-wide and can undertake works globally.
Tank Lining FAQs
Tank lining services involve installing specialist internal protective coatings that prevent corrosion, chemical attack, contamination, and deterioration inside industrial storage tanks.
Tank relining is typically required when existing coatings begin to fail through blistering, corrosion, cracking, loss of adhesion, or chemical degradation.
We provide lining systems for fuel storage tanks, water tanks, chemical tanks, process vessels, and other industrial storage assets.
Epoxy lining systems provide excellent adhesion, protection and resistance, making them suitable for many industrial storage applications.
In many cases, yes. Following inspection, existing fuel tanks can often be refurbished through fuel tank lining rather than complete replacement.
Yes. We install water tank lining systems for industrial water storage applications, with coating systems selected according to the stored water and operational requirements.
Yes. Corrosion treatment, steel repairs, weld preparation, and substrate restoration are completed before installing the new lining system, where required. Surface preparation assessment will be performed before lining procedure commences.
Service life depends on the operating environment, stored product, maintenance regime, and selected coating system, but correctly specified systems can provide many years of protection.
Yes. Alongside internal tank lining services, we deliver external coating systems that protect tanks from exposure and damage.
Yes. Tank lining projects are completed using appropriate confined space procedures, ventilation, and safety controls in accordance with industry best practice.
tank lining protects the inside of a storage tank from corrosion, chemical attack, abrasion, and contamination, helping to extend the life of the primary storage asset. A bund lining protects the secondary containment structure that surrounds tanks, preventing chemical attack, water ingress, and deterioration of the concrete or steel bund.
While both systems are designed to protect industrial assets and improve containment integrity, they perform different roles and are often used together as part of a complete asset protection process. If you’re looking for bund lining services, you can find more information here.
Request a Quote for Tank Lining Services Today
Corrous Industrial Group is a specialist corrosion protection contractor delivering inspection-led solutions across the UK. Discuss your tank lining requirements with our specialists.
Speak to our team to improve asset integrity and maximise service life.
Call 01200 411768 or email sales@corrous.co.uk