I have seen many tanks with a planar sloped bottom (aka shovel bottom) and a drain at the low point of the slope. This drain might be a 6" pipe vertically centered on the wall to bottom plate joint and then run in to the tank a few feet (I have attached at detail from an existing tank). The tanks claim to be designed per API-650 (Modified). I am specifying a new tank for a job and would like to use this detail. The new tank is 10.5' dia x 30' tall.
Does this detail comply with API 650?
Is anyone familiar with a code or other design reference for this detail?
Any other thoughts or recommendations on the use of this or similar details?
Your input is appreciated.
Does this detail comply with API 650?
Is anyone familiar with a code or other design reference for this detail?
Any other thoughts or recommendations on the use of this or similar details?
Your input is appreciated.