Bristola delivers robotic tank inspection services using minimal entry point solutions that reduce confined-space risk, limit downtime, and keep critical assets operating. From sediment mapping to portal-enabled robotic access, our approach helps industrial operators gain clearer condition data, improve maintenance planning, and avoid the disruption of traditional human-entry inspection methods.
Robotic inspection and access solutions designed to assess tank condition safely while minimizing entry, downtime, and operational disruption.
Advanced sonar-based mapping identifies sludge depth, sediment volume, and settlement patterns in ponds and lagoons, giving operators actionable condition data for inspection planning, maintenance budgeting, and performance monitoring.
Installation of a specialized portal on compatible tank manholes creates a repeatable minimal-entry access point for robotic systems, supporting safer future inspections and service without traditional confined-space entry.
Bristola retrofits existing storage facilities with hardware and system components that enable robotic access, helping operators modernize inspection and maintenance workflows while reducing exposure hours and shutdown requirements.
For new tanks and liquid storage assets, Bristola installs robotic access hardware during construction so future inspections and cleanings can be performed with less disruption and better long-term serviceability.
Using Bristola’s patented entry approach and remotely operated equipment, tanks can be accessed through minimal entry points for internal assessment and service support without full human entry procedures.
Preventive maintenance planning helps operators use inspection findings to reduce unexpected shutdowns, schedule service proactively, and maintain more consistent tank performance over time.
Bristola helps facilities inspect and evaluate tank conditions with a safer, smarter approach built around robotic access and minimal entry point solutions. Instead of relying on traditional confined-space entry and full shutdowns, our systems support internal visibility, sediment assessment, and long-term maintenance planning while operations remain more stable. The result is better data, lower exposure risk, and a more efficient path to tank reliability.
See how industrial operators improve safety, uptime, and planning with Bristola’s robotic tank solutions.
Bristola combines safety-driven innovation with practical field experience for complex tank environments.
Patented entry technology enables robotic tank access through minimal openings with no routine human entry required.
Our systems are designed to reduce shutdowns and avoid the disruption of conventional inspection methods.
Built from real confined-space experience, our approach solves practical safety and maintenance challenges.
Bristola supports industrial operators across the United States and international markets with scalable solutions.
Experienced leaders advancing safer tank technology worldwide.
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.
In industrial asset management, four common inspection types are visual inspection, non-destructive testing, condition-based inspection, and internal inspection. Visual inspection checks accessible surfaces for obvious issues. Non-destructive testing uses tools such as sonar or other sensing methods without damaging the asset. Condition-based inspection relies on performance data and observed wear. Internal inspection evaluates the inside of tanks or vessels, traditionally through confined-space entry but increasingly through robotic systems.
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Bristola supports service-area tank projects across domestic and international industrial markets with scalable robotic inspection solutions.
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