New Zealand Storage Tank Seismic Code.

[wadavis]

Is the seismic design of storage tanks in New Zealand covered by API 650/620? If not what is the equivalent local standard?

Is Recommendation for the Seismic Design of Storage Tanks by NZSEE recommended for use instead of API 650 Appendix E?

Wadavis
E.I.T.

 

[IFRs]

You can use API 650 but you will need the seismic response accelerations for your local area

 

[MRH1335]

I do agree with IFRs but you could get The PGA or the EPGA and calculate the RRS yourself.

 

[wadavis]

Now to completely show off my ignorance. In North America the regional seismic info can be found in NBCC Appendix C climatic data or ASCE 7, what is the New Zealand equivalent? Is that included in NZS 1170.5?