Solvent Based Heavy Duty Cleaners (Tank Cleaners)
Break Down Heavy Hydrocarbon Residues. Clean Safely and Efficiently.
The Challenge of Heavy Hydrocarbon Fouling
Industrial operations handling crude oil, bitumen, asphaltenes, paraffins, and waxes face some of the toughest cleaning challenges. Over time, these sticky and persistent deposits build up in:
Crude storage tanks
Pipelines and separators
Heat exchangers
Truck and rail tanks
The results are:
Sludge accumulation and lost storage capacity
Reduced flow rates and heat transfer efficiency
Increased energy costs due to fouled surfaces
Costly downtime during maintenance or cleaning shutdowns
Conventional water based cleaners often struggle with these heavy residues, requiring steam or high heat, adding to operational costs.
Rodanco Solvent-Based Tank Cleaners
Rodanco provides a portfolio of heavy-duty solvent-based tank cleaning solutions engineered to fluidize, dissolve, and remove the heaviest hydrocarbon fouling, while minimizing operator risk and environmental impact.
Formulated with high flash, non-carcinogenic solvents and advanced surfactants, these cleaners:
Work effectively at ambient temperatures (no steam required)
Rapidly penetrate and liquefy heavy sludge layers
Deliver excellent surface cleaning on metals, glass, and minerals
Are available as neat solvents or water-emulsifiable concentrates
Include biodegradable, low-toxicity options for environmentally sensitive sites
Key Features:
Heavy Duty Sludge & Residue Cleaning
Efficient removal of sludge, bitumen, and crude oil residues without manual intervention
Water Dispersible Cleaners
Stable emulsions for flexible, multi-stage cleaning cycles
Green Solvent Options
Low toxicity, biodegradable, and water-miscible for CIP (clean in place) operations
Next Generation Formulations
Bio-sourced, ARBO-friendly solvents with low COD effluent, reduced hazard profiles, and minimal odor for safer confined-space operations
Applications
Rodanco’s solvent based tank cleaners are widely used for:
Crude Oil Tank Cleaning
Manual and no-man-entry operations
Sludge Fluidization and Removal
Effective for tank bottoms and heavy deposits
CIP Cleaning of Exchangers & Separators
Efficient short shutdown or fast turnaround maintenance
Degreasing of Truck and Rail Tanks
Multi-stage cleaning and rinsing
Pipeline & Terminal System Cleaning
Ensuring operational efficiency and environmental compliance
Why Choose Rodanco Tank Cleaners?
Proven in refineries, tank farms, and marine terminals
Eco friendly options (biodegradable, low toxicity, low COD impact)
Reduced operational costs – no heating or steam required
Custom solutions available – tailored to sludge composition and operating conditions
Demonstrated performance in Rodanco field case studies & video documentation
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Discover Our Other Solutions
- Oil Field Chemicals
Production Optimization:
• Oil/Water Separation: Demulsifiers
• Naphthenate Management
• Deoilers/Water Clarifiers
• Foam Management
• Gas Production Drying Agent
Flow Assurance:
• Wax Management
• Asphaltene Management
• Scale Management
• Hydrate Management
Asset Integrity:
• Corrosion Inhibitors
• Bacteria Management
• H2S Scavengers
• Oxygen Scavengers
- Finished Fuel Additives
• Metal Deactivators
• Fuels Flow Assurance Additives
• Cold Flow Improvers (CFIs)
• Wax Dispersants (WASA)
• Filter Blocking Tendency Improver
• Pour Point Depressant for Marine Fuels
• Asphaltene Inhibitors
• Octane Number Improvers
• Cetane Number Improvers
• Lubricity Improvers
• Conductivity Improvers
• Fuel Corrosion Inhibitors
• Dehazers
• Fuel Dyes and Markers
- Industrial Cleaners
• General Purpose Industrial Cleaners
• Biomass Cleaners
• Polymer Cleaners
• Descalers
- Slop Oil Breakers
Specialized solutions for breaking slop oil emulsions and recovering valuable oil resources
- Water Treatment
• Bioflocculants
Advanced water treatment solutions for industrial applications
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Get Expert Support for Tank Cleaning
Rodanco’s specialists can help you:
- Analyze sludge and fouling composition
- Recommend the most suitable tank cleaner for your site
- Support with application design (spray nozzles, recirculation, CIP)
- Provide on site or remote technical assistance
Contact us today to request technical data sheets, dosage guidance, or video demonstrations of our solvent based cleaning solutions.