A construction firm specializing in environmental remediation was contracted to restore a deteriorated underground water storage tank at Sandy Hook’s Fort Hancock in a New Jersey National Park. The tank, crucial for potable water storage, had suffered years of concrete degradation and severe pipe corrosion due to its coastal location.
Having partnered successfully in the past, the contractor once again turned to Banks Industrial Group (BIG) for their trusted expertise in protective coatings and concrete repair.
BIG’s team mobilized quickly, setting up confined space access, scaffolding, lighting, and dehumidification systems. The tank’s interior—roughly 10,000 square feet—was pressure washed and mechanically prepared to achieve the required surface profile. Technicians rebuilt spalled concrete and sealed hairline cracks with NSF-approved materials. Corroded utility piping was reinforced with Belzona 1111 Supermetal paste and coated with Belzona 5812DW epoxy for long-term corrosion resistance.
To complete the relining, BIG applied Belzona 5812DW—a 100% solids, NSF/ANSI 61-approved epoxy—at a minimum 16 mils DFT across all internal surfaces, ensuring durable protection for potable water immersion. The project wrapped in just three weeks.
The BIG Advantage:
BIG’s turnkey solution eliminated the need for costly replacement, minimized downtime, and ensured the tank met modern potable water standards. The client praised the crew’s professionalism and noted: “I'll definitely be giving Banks a call when our next tank project comes around.”.
Why Belzona 5812DW was the right choice:
- Certified safe for drinking water
- Exceptional corrosion resistance
- Cold-applied—no hot work required
- Adheres to steel, concrete, and mixed substrates
- Speeds project timelines with fast curing
BIG’s performance once again proved that safety, quality, and trusted relationships deliver lasting results.
Read more about Concrete Tank Repair here.
