Underground Fuel Tank Backfill Broomfield CO requires the right material, equipment, and placement methods to create a stable foundation and protect underground tanks. Ground Solutions recently put one of our stone slinger trucks to work in Broomfield, Colorado, helping prepare the foundation and backfill for a new fuel station.
Proper backfilling is a critical part of installing underground fuel tanks. Simply filling the excavation with dirt is not enough. The wrong material or improper placement can create voids and uneven settling around the tank, potentially compromising the structure over time. Proper aggregate backfill provides a stable surround, helps distribute pressure around the tank, and reduces the potential for movement and settling.
The type of backfill material used around an underground tank matters. Ground Solutions notes that aggregate provides advantages over traditional dirt because it compacts more predictably, remains stable over time, allows water to drain, and helps eliminate air pockets around the tank. The appropriate material can vary depending on project specifications and tank construction, with sand, gravel, and sand/gravel mixtures commonly used for underground tank backfill.
For this Broomfield fuel station project, our stone slinger allowed the crew to accurately place aggregate exactly where it was needed around the underground tank area. Instead of relying on wheelbarrows or excessive manual labor, the conveyor system places material directly into the excavation.
Ground Solutions stone slinger trucks are built for efficient aggregate placement. Our equipment can place up to 200 tons of material per hour and reach as far as 90 feet from the end of the truck, making stone slingers an effective option for underground tank backfill and other projects where access can be difficult.
The remote-controlled conveyor also gives the operator greater control over where material is placed. This allows aggregate to be delivered directly where it is needed while reducing manual material handling. Ground Solutions describes its slinger service as a way to eliminate wheelbarrows, reduce wasted labor, and keep jobsites cleaner.
Ground Solutions started with a single stone slinger truck in 2003, giving our team more than 20 years of material placement experience. What began as a solution for residential construction has expanded into material placement for a wide variety of commercial applications throughout Colorado and the Mountain West.
Our Underground Fuel Tank Backfill Broomfield CO project is another example of how the right equipment can help contractors complete critical site work efficiently and accurately.
Whether you’re installing an underground fuel, septic, or water tank, Ground Solutions can help determine the appropriate material placement approach for your project. Our stone slinger trucks provide fast, controlled aggregate placement for projects ranging from underground tank backfill and foundations to underslab gravel, utility work, and other commercial construction applications.
Have an underground tank or aggregate backfill project coming up? Contact Ground Solutions today to request a quote and see how our stone slinger services can help keep your project moving.
