The ATR Blog

The Future of Tank Asset Management

Dive into robotic inspection, AI-driven asset integrity, and the operational playbook for ending confined-space entry.

September 14, 2026Risk Based Inspection 

How Operators Can Prioritize Tank Maintenance Using Risk-Based Ranking

Tank maintenance programs are most effective when resources are directed toward the assets carrying the greatest risk. This article explains how probability of failure, consequence of failure and current inspection data can help operators prioritize work, improve capital allocation and reduce portfolio-wide exposure.

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September 7, 2026Tank Turnaround

Tank Turnaround Optimization: Reducing Downtime Through Better Planning

Tank turnarounds often run over schedule because critical conditions are discovered only after the tank is opened. Better pre-outage inspection, clearly defined work scopes and coordinated contractor planning give operators the visibility needed to reduce surprises, control costs and return assets to service sooner.

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August 31, 2026ATR 360

The Business Case for Continuous Tank Health Monitoring

Periodic inspections remain essential, but they only show a tank’s condition at a specific moment. Continuous monitoring combines robotics, advanced NDE and digital twins to track changes over time, helping operators plan maintenance more effectively, reduce downtime, support compliance and extend asset life.

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April 21, 2026INTÉGRITÉDESRÉSERVOIRS

Vos réservoirs n’ont pas besoin d’être mis hors service. Voici pourquoi cela compte pour chaque propriétaire d’actifs avec lequel je m’entretiens.

Demandez à n’importe quel propriétaire d’actifs ce qu’il redoute dans la maintenance des réservoirs, et vous entendrez toujours la même réponse : 8–12 semaines d’arrêt. 16–24 travailleurs mobilisés. $0.5M–$2.4M par réservoir. Des interventions en espace confiné qui comptent toujours parmi les travaux les plus dangereux de notre secteur.

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