Training Academy
Spray Tanker Services Academy
At Spray Tanker Services Ltd, we are committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations, and that starts with our training program. Our Training Academy is designed to equip drivers with the essential skills and knowledge needed to operate our spray tankers safely and effectively.
Strict In-House Training
We believe that quality training is crucial to maintaining the highest standards of service. Our strict in-house training program ensures that every driver receives comprehensive instruction tailored to our specific operational needs. This rigorous training covers essential topics such as:
· Safe operation of spray tankers
· Understanding chemical handling and application
· Navigating various terrains and environments
· Compliance with industry regulations
· Maintenance and troubleshooting techniques
· Duration of Training
On average, it takes about six weeks for a driver to complete our training program. This time frame allows for in-depth learning and hands-on experience, ensuring that our drivers are fully prepared to meet the demands of the job.
Projects
Who we work with
Projects
None
Projects
Highways England area 9
A40 Raglan to Monmouth
M4 Prince of Wales Bridge
Southampton Airport
RAF Leeming
Highways England Emergency works – Midlands smart motorways
Projects
RAF Wittering
RAF Valley
RAF Shawbury
Projects
Birmingham PFI
M6 Jct 9 Improvements
A14 improvements
Heads Of the Valleys
Cardiff Term Maintenance contract
Projects
Bristol Term Maintenance Contract
Bath Term Maintenance contract
DP World Southampton Docks
Highways England Emergency works – South west
Projects
Dorset Term Maintenance contract
Somerset Term Maintenance contract
A19 Term Maintenance
A1/M1 Central Reserve
Projects
Essex Term Maintenance Contract
Worcester Term Maintenance Contract
Surrey Term Maintenance Contract
Isle Of White Maintenance work
Projects
Derby term Maintenance Contract
Nottingham Term Maintenance Contract
Lincolnshire Term Maintenance Contract
Grantham Relief Road
City of York Term Maintenance contract
Projects
The A19 has been voted the best road in England with theroad surface voted 89%.
Thank you to everyone involved, without you we wouldn’t have been able to achieve this.
Accreditations and H&S
BS standards and other certifications
Avetta
A Safety Scheme in Procurement (SSIP) Providing the foundation for clients, suppliers, contractors, workers and vendors to forge stronger relationships, making sure every workplace is safe and sustainable.
Avetta enable and verify ongoing safety, environmental, social and financial performance of our business.
CHAS
A Safety Scheme in Procurement (SSIP) CHAS is one of the UK’s leading providers of compliance and risk management solutions. Their award-winning solutions help suppliers ensure supply chain compliance, mitigate risks and support efficient supply chain management.
Constructionline Gold
Constructionline Gold is a recognised pre-qualification standard within the UK construction industry. Achieving Gold membership demonstrates that our business has been assessed for health and safety, environmental management, quality assurance, equal opportunities, and financial stability. It provides assurance to our clients that we meet the highest standards of compliance, governance, and risk management, helping to streamline procurement processes and build trust within the supply chain.
SafeContractor
A Safety Scheme in Procurement (SSIP) SafeContractor collect and verify our details across health, safety, financial and ethical practices.
RSTA
The Road Surface Treatments Association (RSTA) aims to raise the awareness of the range and benefits of road and airfield surface treatments and promote work force competence, professionalism and safe working practices. Champion safe working, sustainability and best practice. Membership covers the whole supply chain and includes large national and regional contracting companies, local authority direct labour services organisations, materials and equipment suppliers, test houses and consultants.
As the focal point for the UK road surface treatments industry, the RSTA offers its Members a recognised industry voice with representation to government and key client groups, input on best practice development, health and safety and technical issues.
NQA ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems)
ISO 9001 is defined as the internationally recognized standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It is the most widely used QMS standard in the world, with over 1 million certificates issued to organizations in 178 countries.
ISO 9001 certification provides the basis for effective processes and effective people to deliver an effective product or service time after time.
As the focal point for the UK road surface treatments industry, the RSTA offers its Members a recognised industry voice with representation to government and key client groups, input on best practice development, health and safety and technical issues.
UKAS 17025 (Testing & Calibration Laboratories)
Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 plays an important role in supporting the provision of accurate and reliable results from laboratory testing, calibration, sampling and measurement services across many sectors. This enable us to test and calibrate our own fleet of spay tankers in house, reducing down time for our fleet of vehicles.
FORS – Fleet Operator RecognitionScheme
We are proud to hold FORS Silveraccreditation, a nationally recognised standard for fleet operators thatdemonstrates our commitment to safety, efficiency, and environmentalresponsibility. Achieving Silver goes beyond the baseline FORS requirements,showing that we actively monitor and improve our fleet operations throughdriver training, fuel efficiency, emissions reduction, and road safetyinitiatives.
This accreditation provides assurance toour clients that we operate to best practice standards, with a focus onreducing environmental impact and improving the safety of all road users. BeingFORS Silver accredited underlines our dedication to continual improvement andresponsible fleet management, ensuring our services are delivered to thehighest professional standards.
ISO 9001 with NHSS Sector Scheme 13(NHSS 13)
OurISO 9001 certification is extended under the National Highways Sector Scheme13, specifically tailored for the road surface treatments industry. Thisaccreditation ensures that our quality management system is fully aligned withthe rigorous requirements of highway maintenance and surface treatment works.NHSS 13 provides assurance to our clients that we operate to nationallyrecognised standards of quality, safety, and professionalism. It demonstratesour commitment to delivering consistent, reliable, and sustainable serviceswhile maintaining full compliance with industry regulations and best practice.
About STS
About the company
STS operates the largest and most advanced tech-enabled fleet in the UK, offering specialist binder applications, joint sealing and surface dressing. We currently operate a growing fleet of over 80 lorries from our main office in Wolverhampton together with our sister company in Essex. Proudly based in Wolverhampton in the West Midlands, we provide a sub-contracting service for road surface dressing and road sweeping. We have become the contractor of choice for various local authorities and major contractors and our customer focussed approach combined with our attention to detail continues to drive our business.
STS operates out of bases across the country, our two main offices are:
West Midlands
Unit 5
Manor Farm New Road
Featherstone
Wolverhampton
WV10 7NZ
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8am – 5pm Saturday: 8am – 1pm
Phone Us
01902798005
Acquisitions
- Car Policy with CO2 Emission Limits: We have introduced a company-wide car policy that ensures all staff vehicles comply with a maximum CO2 emission threshold. This policy encourages eco-friendly transportation choices and aligns with our sustainability goals.
- Solar Energy Installation: Our new premises will feature solar panels, which will power electric vehicle chargers and essential workshop equipment. This shift toward renewable energy reduces our carbon footprint and lowers energy consumption.
- Smaller, More Efficient Vehicles: We are transitioning to smaller, fuel-efficient vehicles that produce fewer emissions. This is part of our commitment to minimizing environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Mixed Fleet Strategy: We are developing a strategy that integrates both electric and traditional vehicles, creating a balanced, eco-friendly fleet tailored to different operational needs.
- Rainwater Harvesting System: A rainwater collection system is being installed to reduce water consumption, lowering our dependence on mains water and promoting resource conservation.
- Software for Sustainability: We are implementing a new software solution designed to drive significant changes across our operations, particularly in energy use monitoring, reducing emissions, and improving efficiency.
- Third-Generation Eco Pitch Pots: We have adopted the latest generation of eco pitch pots, ensuring that our operations incorporate sustainable practices in every aspect of the business, from materials to production methods.
James Baggus
Group SHEQ Manager
Sustainability
- Car Policy with CO2 Emission Limits: We have introduced a company-wide car policy that ensures all staff vehicles comply with a maximum CO2 emission threshold. This policy encourages eco-friendly transportation choices and aligns with our sustainability goals.
- Solar Energy Installation: Our new premises will feature solar panels, which will power electric vehicle chargers and essential workshop equipment. This shift toward renewable energy reduces our carbon footprint and lowers energy consumption.
- Smaller, More Efficient Vehicles: We are transitioning to smaller, fuel-efficient vehicles that produce fewer emissions. This is part of our commitment to minimizing environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency.
- Mixed Fleet Strategy: We are developing a strategy that integrates both electric and traditional vehicles, creating a balanced, eco-friendly fleet tailored to different operational needs.
- Rainwater Harvesting System: A rainwater collection system is being installed to reduce water consumption, lowering our dependence on mains water and promoting resource conservation.
- Software for Sustainability: We are implementing a new software solution designed to drive significant changes across our operations, particularly in energy use monitoring, reducing emissions, and improving efficiency.
- Third-Generation Eco Pitch Pots: We have adopted the latest generation of eco pitch pots, ensuring that our operations incorporate sustainable practices in every aspect of the business, from materials to production methods.
Testimonials
Fleet
STS has the largest bond coater fleet in the UK. 29 Sweepers, 8 Tankers, 24 CombinationTankers, 5 Services stations, 7 Surface dressing tankers
Tankers
We apply bond and tack coats using lorry mounted sprayers to achieve a complete and even coverage. We expertly select the rate of spread depending on the nature of the surface and the client requirements.
Our tanker sprayers range from 7.5 tonne up to 32 tonne, equipped with adjustable width spray bars up to 4.8 metres and are available with a lance. All our Tankers are calibrated and accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Combination tanker
Lorry mounted dual purpose bond coat sprayers with vertical hot pitch joint painting arms. This removes the need for extended manual applications by “a man with a can”. Rotating pitch heads enable both; free edge sealing and over banding to be carried out safely and efficiently using the machine.
We have a variety of combination tankers ranging from 12 tonne up to 26 tonne.
Service station
Offering everything a combination spray tanker does plus 2000 litres of water and 950litres of diesel, tracked, and reported through its 4G connected dispense system.
Surface dressing tankers
Our Tanker sprayers range from 7.5 tonne up to 32 tonne, equipped with adjustable width spray bars up to 4.8 metres and are available with a lance. All our Tankers arecalibrated and accredited to ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
STS Sweepers operate a large fleet of Road sweepers equipped with high pressure jetting, full width suction boxes for the “Back to Black” finish capable of:
Planning work
Dust suppression
Street Cleansing
Drain clearing
High pressure jet washing
Tankers
Combination tankers
Service stations
Surface dressing tankers
STS Sweepers operate a large fleet of Road sweepers equipped with high pressure jetting, full width suction boxes for the “Back to Black” finish capable of:
Planning work
Dust suppression
Street Cleansing
Drain clearing
High pressure jet washing
Tankers
Combination tankers
Service stations
Surface dressing tankers
At Spray Tanker Service, all our maintenance, repair, and support services are delivered entirely in-house, ensuring we maintain full control over every aspect of our operations. By relying solely on our skilled team and resources, we guarantee consistency, reliability, and adherence to the highest standards. This approach allows us to respond swiftly to customer needs, uphold our commitment to quality, and provide seamless support tailored to the unique demands of each project.
State-of-the-Art Workshops: The group operates three fully equipped, modern workshops strategically located to optimize service efficiency and minimize downtime.
Highly Skilled Team: A dedicated team of 12 experienced mechanics and technicians ensures top-tier maintenance and repair standards.
Comprehensive Fleet Support: Three fully equipped mobile fleet support vans provide rapid-response services to keep your operations running smoothly.
On-Site Support Capability: Five site support vans deliver expert maintenance and repair directly at your location, ensuring convenience and reduced downtime.
ISO 9001 Integration: All operations are seamlessly integrated into our ISO 9001-certified quality management systems, guaranteeing consistent service excellence.
Regular Vehicle Inspections: Vehicles and equipment undergo rigorous inspections every six weeks, ensuring reliability and compliance with safety standards.
FORS Silver Standards: Fleet maintenance is carried out to FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) Silver standards, reflecting our commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Trusted Customer Repairs: As a trusted partner, we extend our expertise to customer repair needs, delivering reliable and high-quality solutions.
Certified and Inducted Technicians: Our technicians are CSCS-certified and fully inducted into major industry schemes, providing seamless and compliant support across all projects.
At Spray Tanker Service, all our maintenance, repair, and support services are delivered entirely in-house, ensuring we maintain full control over every aspect of our operations. By relying solely on our skilled team and resources, we guarantee consistency, reliability, and adherence to the highest standards. This approach allows us to respond swiftly to customer needs, uphold our commitment to quality, and provide seamless support tailored to the unique demands of each project.
State-of-the-Art Workshops: The group operates three fully equipped, modern workshops strategically located to optimize service efficiency and minimize downtime.
Highly Skilled Team: A dedicated team of 12 experienced mechanics and technicians ensures top-tier maintenance and repair standards.
Comprehensive Fleet Support: Three fully equipped mobile fleet support vans provide rapid-response services to keep your operations running smoothly.
On-Site Support Capability: Five site support vans deliver expert maintenance and repair directly at your location, ensuring convenience and reduced downtime.
ISO 9001 Integration: All operations are seamlessly integrated into our ISO 9001-certified quality management systems, guaranteeing consistent service excellence.
Regular Vehicle Inspections: Vehicles and equipment undergo rigorous inspections every six weeks, ensuring reliability and compliance with safety standards.
FORS Silver Standards: Fleet maintenance is carried out to FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme) Silver standards, reflecting our commitment to safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Trusted Customer Repairs: As a trusted partner, we extend our expertise to customer repair needs, delivering reliable and high-quality solutions.
Certified and Inducted Technicians: Our technicians are CSCS-certified and fully inducted into major industry schemes, providing seamless and compliant support across all projects.
