Established in 1990, Glen Ray's Service Center has been serving customers for more than 30 years. We offer demolition, towing, and dump truck services ,as well as automotive and lawn mower repair services. Our crew of experienced pros can handle... more
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Grinder Excavating
Grinder Excavating is a Memphis based company that was founded in 1961 by J.D. Grinder. We have specialized equipment for a variety of excavation projects, including oil tank removals. We can safely and cleanly remove oil tanks off all types... more
Johnnie's Backhoe & Dump Truck
Johnnie's Backhoe & Dump Truck is Memphis and surrounding Tennessee communities' go-to source for reliable site preparation services. We can demolish structures, haul away debris, and more. We believe customers should be communicated with closely from the beginning... more
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How long have oil tanks been used?
Oil tanks have been used since 1859 when oil was discovered. What started as wooden barrels grew to meet the needs of the oil industry and soon were constructed of metal. The first steel storage tanks were constructed in the late 1800s once companies realized how much of their "black gold" was escaping.
Soon after, in 1922, a third-party testing facility developed the first standards for steel storage tank safety.
In 1988, the EPA set a deadline for implementing new tank safety regulations. Since the 1990s, more and more people have decided to close and remove their tanks due to the widely-known environmental and health risks.
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