Tank bottom testing

[kwaliteitshenk]

Hi,

What is he most common way of thigtness testing the fillet welds of vertical storage tanks of large diameter (50' and more) Design code BS 2654(API-650).

Thanks in advance

 

[JStephen]

Normally vacuum box testing during construction, hydrotest on completion.

 

[unclesyd]

Are you talking about the "T" joint welds where the bottom and side join?

 

[kwaliteitshenk]

No, I mean the butt and lapjoints in the bottomplates.

 

[unclesyd]

JStephen put you on the right track.