Removing ballast from tanks, vessels and industrial equipment can be a demanding job, especially when material has settled, compacted or accumulated in areas that are difficult to access. Wagner Energy Services provides professional ballast removal services throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia for industrial, energy and field operations.
Our crews have the equipment and hands-on experience to remove accumulated ballast and material while helping customers prepare tanks, vessels and equipment for cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repair or return to service. Whether ballast needs to be removed as part of routine maintenance, an equipment cleanout or a larger industrial project, Wagner Energy Services can provide the field personnel and equipment needed to get the work completed.
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Ballast is material used to provide weight, stability or support for certain tanks, vessels, equipment and industrial applications. Over time, ballast and other accumulated materials may need to be removed so equipment can be accessed, inspected, cleaned, repaired, relocated or returned to service.
Depending on the application, ballast removal may involve material that has become compacted or difficult to remove using conventional methods. Wagner Energy Services evaluates the specific equipment, material and site conditions before determining the appropriate removal approach.
Ballast removal isn't simply a matter of moving material out of a tank or vessel. The location of the material, available access, condition of the equipment and amount of material being removed can all affect how the project needs to be approached. Applications may include industrial tanks, storage tanks, vessels, process equipment, energy facilities, oil and gas operations, industrial facilities and field equipment.
Ballast that has accumulated inside tanks and vessels can become difficult to access and remove. Material may need to be broken up, loosened, extracted and removed before additional cleaning or maintenance can take place.
One of the most common reasons for removing ballast is to gain better access to equipment that requires additional work. Removing the material first gives maintenance and inspection personnel better access to the areas they need to evaluate.
Some ballast removal projects involve material that has settled or become difficult to remove using conventional methods. Water blasting may be used to loosen deposits, buildup and other material from industrial equipment.
Hydrovac equipment combines pressurized water with a powerful vacuum system to loosen and remove material while providing controlled excavation and material recovery for ballast removal, tank cleanouts and other industrial cleaning projects.
Wagner Energy Services was built around firsthand experience in demanding oilfield and industrial environments. Founder Clint Wagner earned a bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering from Marietta College in 2016 before beginning his oil and gas career in flowback operations in 2017.
That combination of engineering education and field experience has influenced Wagner Energy Services' approach to solving difficult field problems: understand the application, use the appropriate equipment and provide customers with dependable field support.
Today, Wagner Energy Services supports oil and gas, industrial, construction, utility and other operations throughout the region. Clint remains active in the industry through the American Association of Drilling Engineers (AADE) and the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE).
Remove accumulated material efficiently
Improve access for maintenance personnel
Prepare equipment for inspection
Prepare tanks and vessels for cleaning
Reduce manual material handling
Coordinate removal with other industrial services
Keep maintenance and turnaround projects moving forward
Some projects require more than simply removing ballast. Wagner Energy Services can support customers with additional industrial and field services before, during or after the cleanout process, simplifying scheduling and reducing the number of contractors that need to be coordinated on a project.
Our industrial service capabilities give us access to equipment for material removal, water blasting, vacuum recovery and related field work.
Wagner Energy Services understands the conditions encountered on active energy and industrial jobsites.
Ballast removal can be coordinated with hydrovac services, water blasting, tank cleaning and other industrial field services when required.
Our company combines petroleum engineering knowledge with firsthand field experience.
Based in Marietta, Ohio, Wagner Energy Services mobilizes crews and equipment for projects throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Wagner Energy Services provides industrial ballast removal throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia, mobilizing crews and equipment based on the scope and location of the project.
Marietta, Cambridge, Steubenville, St. Clairsville and New Philadelphia, plus surrounding Eastern and Southeastern Ohio. Contact us regarding projects elsewhere in Ohio.
Pittsburgh, Washington and surrounding Western Pennsylvania communities. We mobilize equipment based on the scope and location of the project.
Wheeling, Clarksburg and Charleston, and surrounding areas. Contact our team with your project location and requirements.
What is an industrial ballast removal service?
Ballast removal involves removing ballast material from tanks, vessels, equipment or other industrial applications when the material is no longer required or needs to be removed for cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repair or other work.
What types of equipment can require ballast removal?
Ballast removal may be required for industrial tanks, storage tanks, vessels, process equipment and other equipment where material has been placed or accumulated.
Can Wagner Energy Services remove ballast from tanks?
Yes. Wagner Energy Services provides ballast removal and industrial cleanout services for tanks and other equipment based on the requirements and conditions of the project.
Can you remove compacted ballast?
The appropriate removal method depends on the type and condition of the material. Wagner Energy Services can evaluate the project to determine the equipment and removal process appropriate for the application.
Can water blasting be used during ballast removal?
High-pressure water blasting may be appropriate for certain applications where material or buildup needs to be loosened or removed. Wagner evaluates the equipment and material before determining the appropriate method.
Can hydrovac equipment be used for ballast removal?
Hydrovac may be useful for certain projects because it combines pressurized water with vacuum recovery. Whether hydrovac is appropriate depends on the material, equipment, access and project requirements.
Do you provide other tank cleaning services?
Wagner Energy Services provides ballast removal, tank cleanouts, water blasting, hydrovac and other industrial field services. Contact us with the specific equipment and material involved so we can determine the services required.
Where does Wagner Energy Services provide ballast removal?
Wagner Energy Services is based in Marietta, Ohio and provides ballast removal and industrial field services throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
If ballast or accumulated material needs to be removed from a tank, vessel or industrial equipment, Wagner Energy Services can help determine the right approach for the project. Contact us today with your project location, equipment type and information about the material that needs to be removed.
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