Global Tank Storage Award 2024: Industry Game-Changer

CEO of ColdPad, Julien Bec, explains how the company’s game-changing bonded fastener is keeping workers out of dangerous situations Storage terminals regularly rely on hot works and welding to fix broken infrastructure. This can involve a range of risks, which require extensive preventative measures, and, in some cases can lead to a shut down. To avoid this, composite bonding specialists ColdPad have created the C-Claw; an innovative non-intrusive bonded fastener. This mechanical fastener eliminates the need for hot works, revolutionising safety and efficiency at tank terminals. After gaining the gold award recognition at the Global Tank Storage Awards, CEO Julien Bec explains the technology, and how it helps to prioritise workers on site. Solving Structural Maintenance The C-Claw is a non-intrusive solution used to repair and reinforce damaged topside secondary steel structures, especially for offshore environments such as floating production storage and offloading (FPSO) units. Sparks from welding can cause safety concerns, and putting holes in a storage tank is less than ideal. As an alternative, the C-Claw uses heavy-duty adhesive bonding that eliminates the need for hot...