Description

GIS Engineering & Environmental Services successfully executed structural steel works for Muzar Oil’s fuel depot infrastructure, supporting new canopy structures, loading bay frameworks, and mechanical equipment platforms. The project was critical for ensuring operational safety, durability, and compliance with industry standards in petroleum handling facilities.

Client: Muzar Oil

Project Title: Structural Steel Fabrication and Installation for Oil Depot Facilities
Location: Tanzania
Sector: Oil & Fuel Storage & Distribution
Service Category: Structural Steel Works, Fabrication & Erection, Civil-Metal Integration

Problem

Muzar Oil required a robust and precision-engineered steel structure to support its expanding depot operations. Key challenges included:

• Tight timelines for fabrication and on-site installation

• Ensuring compatibility between civil foundation and steel connections

• Weather constraints affecting welding and erection schedules

• Compliance with petroleum industry safety and fire regulations

Solution

GIS delivered an end-to-end solution, from structural design to fabrication and on-site erection, using certified materials and processes. Scope included:

• 3D modeling and structural design verification

• Fabrication of I-beams, trusses, supports, and access ladders

• Application of fire-retardant and anti-corrosive coatings

• On-site erection using heavy-lift equipment and bolted connections

• Integration with fuel lines, tank platforms, and loading areas

Process

• Engineering Design & Structural Analysis
  Developed detailed fabrication drawings with load calculations and anchor plans.

• Fabrication at Workshop
  Cut, welded, and assembled steel components under strict QA/QC procedures.

• Surface Treatment
  Applied industrial-grade primers and protective coatings for petroleum environments.

• Site Installation
  Transported, lifted, and bolted structures into place on concrete foundations.

• Final Inspection & Certification
  Carried out dimensional verification, weld testing, and structural inspections.

Results

• All structural components installed on schedule

• Improved depot functionality and fuel handling safety

• Enhanced resistance to corrosion, heat, and mechanical stress

• Zero safety incidents and full regulatory compliance