How can I evaluate if I need to replace a deformed bottom plate?
Its a 12m long carbon steel plate and in some points MFL stucked because the deformation.
I have a tank with the bottom projection corroded in the whole perimeter.
As you guys can see in the pictures, a lot of areas below the retirement limits.
API653 says:
4.4.5.7 Unless a stress analysis is performed that considers future corrosion until the time it can be inspected,
repaired, or...
In the terminal I work we have a couple of tanks in need to be reconstructed, new bottom and in some we need to also substitute the first ring.
These tanks are operating more than 40 years, I'm worried about the weldability of the new plates with the old one.
Anyone can indicate a test or a...
I'm brazilian certified on API-653 looking for jobs outside Brazil.
Obviously, the first option its USA, but I see that Middle East also has a good market.
With only the 653 certification I will be able to have a position or do I need another API certification or a ASTN certification?
Hello everyone!
I need some help with two topics about API tanks.
1) What is the formula to calculate the maximum specific gravity I can store on a tank? I only find minimum thickness and hydrotest height.
2) Where I can find Maximum Allowable Shell Stresses for stainless steel to calculate...
