Field Erected Tanks: Delivered Better
Field erected tanks are mission-critical assets that demand precision, planning, and a partner who understands what’s at stake. At Ward, field erected tanks are a core capability—built on decades of experience, disciplined execution, and a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences. Building a new tank from the ground up is only part of that story. Some of the most challenging work in the industry involves complex repairs to large API 650 and API 620 tanks. This work requires a far deeper level of thinking, judgment, and field experience—and it’s where Ward truly stands apart.
Why Field Erected Tanks by Ward Are Different
Ward’s approach is grounded in our Delivering Exceptional Experiences doctrine and nearly 45 years of experience designing, building and repairing heat exchangers, tanks and pressure vessels. From our Charlotte, North Carolina and Houston, Texas locations, we bring engineering rigor, proven field execution, and a customer?first mindset to every project.
We understand that API 650 and API 620 tanks operate at the intersection of safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance. That’s why we don’t just build or repair to code—we do it with intent. Our teams anticipate challenges, plan for constraints, and take ownership of outcomes to ensure long?term performance.
What We Bring to the Table
Ward delivers fully integrated solutions for both new field erected tanks and complex repairs to existing API 650 and API 620 tanks. Our capabilities span early engineering engagement, constructability planning, fabrication, field erection, repair execution, inspection coordination, and final turnover. Complex repairs are fundamentally different from new construction. They require working around existing assets, addressing degraded materials, managing distortion and settlement, and executing safely within live or highly constrained facilities. This work demands real?time decision?making that balances safety, code compliance, operability, and schedule. Ward excels in this space because our teams have done it—successfully—time and again.
Industries We Serve
Our field erected tank expertise supports petrochemical, refining, fertilizer, pharmaceutical, and general industry customers. Across these markets, owners rely on Ward not only to build new assets, but to extend the life of critical infrastructure through safe, compliant, and durable repairs.
Why It Matters
In today’s market, owners and operators can’t afford surprises. Downtime is costly, safety risks are unacceptable, and mistakes on large API tank repairs can have significant consequences.
That’s why Ward applies a Beyond the Blueprint™ approach—looking past drawings and work scopes to understand the bigger picture. We ask the right questions early and plan the work to reduce risk in the field.
Sometimes that means thinking outside the box. Our teams often re?sequence fabrication and erection activities to minimize confined space work during API 650 and API 620 tank construction or repair. Reducing time spent inside the tank improves safety, simplifies logistics, and can eliminate the need for costly confined?space rescue teams. These decisions don’t always show up in the specification—but they make a measurable difference.
How We Deliver More with our 3 Es
Engagement – We respond the same day, because communication is the foundation of trust.
Excellence – Our Center of Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence guides every decision, ensuring precision, consistency, and efficiency from start to finish—especially critical during complex repair work.
Experience – We are the safe choice. With decades of field?proven experience in both new construction and complex API 650 and API 620 tank repairs, Ward delivers quality, strong on?site execution, and peace of mind—every time. We make you look good.
The Bottom Line
No matter the industry—petrochemical, refining, power generation, nuclear, or other heavy industries—the principle is the same. You need a true partner who understands the codes, the risks, and the stakes. Whether constructing a new field erected tank or executing a complex repair on a large API 650 or API 620 tank, Ward is ready to tackle the most critical components. When performance matters and failure is not an option, Ward delivers—Beyond the Blueprint™
Got a tough (or easy!) field-erected tank build or repair challenge? Let’s talk. We’ll respond the same day and create a plan that keeps your project—and your plant—running smoothly and profitably.
