Robotic Tank Cleaning
Clean liquid storage tanks and processing vessels with a zero-human-entry robotic system that removes sludge and sediment while operations continue, reducing shutdowns and helping protect product quality and worker safety.
Keep food processing tanks, lagoons, and liquid storage systems cleaner without shutting down production. Bristola provides zero-human-entry robotic vacuum cleaning that removes sludge and sediment while facilities stay operational, helping protect product quality, worker safety, and compliance standards. For processors managing tight production schedules, this approach reduces downtime, lowers disruption, and supports more efficient plant performance.
Specialized robotic cleaning and support services for food processing tanks, lagoons, and liquid storage systems.
Clean liquid storage tanks and processing vessels with a zero-human-entry robotic system that removes sludge and sediment while operations continue, reducing shutdowns and helping protect product quality and worker safety.
Remove accumulated solids from covered lagoons used in food and beverage processing without costly downtime. This service keeps lagoons in production while protecting liners and reducing employee exposure to confined-space hazards.
Upgrade existing food processing storage facilities with Bristola’s zero-human-entry cleaning system. Retrofits prepare tanks for faster future cleanings, improve maintenance access, and support safer long-term operations.
Install a specialized entry portal on qualifying tank manholes to enable repeat robotic access for future service. This creates a practical, long-term solution for routine cleaning and maintenance planning.
Develop a preventive maintenance approach that helps food processors avoid major buildup, reduce emergency cleanouts, and maintain more consistent facility performance over time.
Use advanced mapping technology to measure sludge levels and sediment conditions in noncovered ponds or lagoons, helping facilities budget accurately and schedule cleaning before buildup affects operations.
Bristola helps food processing facilities clean tanks, lagoons, and liquid storage systems without the risks of traditional confined-space entry. Our patented robotic vacuum cleaning system removes sludge while equipment stays in operation, reducing downtime, protecting employees, and supporting sanitation and process consistency. For plants where every hour of production matters, this approach delivers a safer, more efficient path to routine and large-scale cleanouts.
See how facilities improve safety, uptime, and cleaning efficiency with Bristola’s robotic solutions.
Bristola delivers a safer, smarter way to clean food processing liquid storage systems.
Patented robotic cleaning eliminates human tank entry and reduces confined-space safety risks.
Clean while systems remain in operation, avoiding costly shutdowns and temporary storage disruptions.
Founded from a real tank safety incident, Bristola was built to solve dangerous cleaning challenges.
Systems can be retrofitted into existing facilities or installed during new construction.
Experienced leaders driving safer industrial cleaning innovation.
Founder
Jared Burma is the Founder of Bristola, a pioneering clean technology company he established in 2019 following a near-death experience inside a storage tank that forever changed his perspective on industrial safety. That life-altering moment ignited a passion to create a safer, more efficient alternative to traditional tank cleaning methods. Driven by a deep belief in the future of renewable clean energy, Jared transformed a bold Midwest idea into a global operation serving clients across the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and India. His vision led to the development of a patented, zero-human-entry robotic cleaning system that eliminates operational downtime and protects worker lives. Jared continues to lead Bristola with unwavering commitment to innovation, safety, and a cleaner future for industries worldwide.
Vice President of Business Development and Sales
Chad Neleman serves as Vice President of Business Development and Sales at Bristola, where he brings an energetic, field-first approach to growing the company's client base and market presence. Known for his ability to build meaningful relationships and identify new opportunities, Chad is a driving force behind Bristola's commercial expansion across diverse industries. He thrives on connecting with clients, understanding their operational challenges, and delivering solutions that make tank cleaning safer and smarter. Chad's hands-on style and commitment to solving real-world problems align perfectly with Bristola's mission to revolutionize the way liquid storage facilities are maintained. His work helps translate Bristola's groundbreaking technology into lasting partnerships across the United States and beyond.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Corey Allen is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Bristola, where he leads the company's go-to-market strategy with a blend of creative communication, strategic thinking, and relationship-driven outreach. Corey plays a central role in shaping how Bristola presents itself to the world, turning market opportunities into long-term client partnerships across multiple industries and continents. His ability to bridge the gap between complex technology and compelling storytelling has been instrumental in growing Bristola's brand and global footprint. Corey firmly believes that innovation is not limited to engineering — it extends to every touchpoint a company has with its clients. His work ensures Bristola's mission of safer, more efficient tank cleaning resonates with decision-makers across the renewable energy and industrial sectors.
Director of Business Development
John Aydin serves as Director of Business Development at Bristola, bringing a strong foundation in project development and the renewable energy sector to his role. Having grown up in Canada and built his career across the biogas and renewable natural gas industry, John developed a keen understanding of the complex operational challenges facing liquid storage and anaerobic digestion facilities. His passion for practical, impactful solutions drew him to Bristola after witnessing the company's revolutionary cleanout technology in action. John is dedicated to expanding Bristola's presence in the biogas and RNG markets, connecting facility operators with a system that delivers real results — no downtime, no human entry, and measurable gains in efficiency and output.
Chief Technology Officer
Ian Dunlap is the Chief Technology Officer at Bristola, where he leads the research, development, and refinement of the company's most transformative technologies, including the patented airlock-type entry system that makes zero-human-entry tank cleaning possible. Driven by curiosity and a deep mechanical intuition, Ian approaches every engineering challenge with persistence and precision. His work sits at the heart of what makes Bristola unique — the ability to clean liquid storage facilities safely and efficiently while the tank remains in active operation. Ian's commitment to continuous innovation ensures that Bristola's systems remain at the cutting edge of the industry, delivering measurable improvements in safety, efficiency, and environmental impact for clients across the globe.
Partner
Jeff Harclerode is a Partner at Bristola, contributing to the company's strategic direction and financial growth with the disciplined leadership he forged during his service in the U.S. Marine Corps. A natural entrepreneur with a proven record of business ownership, Jeff brings a bold, forward-thinking perspective to every aspect of Bristola's operations. His military background instilled in him a commitment to mission, team, and excellence — values that align seamlessly with Bristola's culture of innovation and accountability. As a key member of the leadership team, Jeff helps ensure the company continues to scale responsibly and boldly, staying true to its mission of making liquid storage facility maintenance safer, smarter, and more sustainable for clients around the world.
Director of Business Development
Brandon Croney is a Director of Business Development at Bristola, where he applies a relationship-first philosophy to expanding the company's reach across industrial and commercial markets. With a professional background spanning the automotive, logistics, and industrial sectors, Brandon brings a versatile perspective and a genuine enthusiasm for connecting clients with technology that can make a meaningful difference. He joined Bristola because he believed in the mission — not just the product — recognizing that the company's zero-human-entry cleaning system addresses critical safety and efficiency challenges facing facilities across multiple industries. Brandon's ability to build trust, navigate complex markets, and deliver tailored solutions makes him a key contributor to Bristola's continued domestic and international growth.
Controller
Chad Hennigar serves as Controller at Bristola, providing the financial oversight and operational insight that supports the company's responsible and sustained growth. Raised on a family farm in northern Iowa as one of seven children, Chad developed a strong work ethic along with an early appreciation for teamwork, adaptability, and accountability — qualities that define his approach to finance and leadership today. With a background in accounting and finance paired with a practical understanding of business operations, Chad ensures that all departments remain aligned and that Bristola's financial strategy supports its ambitious global mission. His grounded, detail-oriented perspective plays an essential role in helping Bristola grow with integrity as it expands its reach across industries and continents.
Food processing plant vacuum cleaning services remove sludge, sediment, and buildup from tanks, lagoons, and liquid storage systems used in production. Bristola performs this work with a zero-human-entry robotic cleaning system that vacuums material while the facility remains operational. This helps processors reduce shutdown time, improve worker safety, and maintain cleaner systems that support product quality and regulatory performance.
Talk with our team about your facility and cleaning goals.
Bristola supports food processing and industrial facilities across broad domestic and international service regions.
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Des Moines, IA
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Proprietary technology enabling zero-human-entry cleaning.
Established innovator in robotic tank cleaning.
Serving clients across multiple continents.
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