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Aboveground Storage Tanks: A Guide to Design and Operation Using API 650 and 653, Second Edition

Aboveground Storage Tanks: A Guide to Design and Operation Using API 650 and 653, Second Edition

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Aboveground Storage Tanks: A Guide to Design and Operation Using API 650 and 653,Second Edition is the leading reference for AST owners and regulators, providing up-to-date information on design, operation, and maintenance. It covers the latest standards and regulations and offers detailed guidance on compliance requirements, including API 580, stainless steel and aluminum tanks, seismic guidelines, and new tank management practices and safety issues.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 528 pages
Publication date: 29 September 2023
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education


This comprehensive guide is the ultimate resource for owners, operators, and regulators seeking to understand the design, operation, and maintenance of aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) in compliance with the latest industry standards and regulations. Written by industry experts, it provides a detailed overview of ASTs, including their types, materials, and construction methods.

The guide covers the design requirements for small, underground, and large tanks, as well as the procedures to follow when designing and constructing tank bottoms, shells, roofs, and accessory structures. It also provides clear explanations of the latest regulatory changes for tank emissions and fire protection strategies.

New topics covered in this edition include APIs 580 standard for tank inspection, stainless steel and aluminum tanks, seismic guidelines, and new tank management practices and safety issues.

In addition, the guide offers practical advice on managing ASTs, including safety protocols, maintenance schedules, and inspection procedures. It also includes case studies and examples to illustrate real-world applications of ASTs and their compliance with industry standards.

Whether you are an owner, operator, or regulator, this guide is an essential tool for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ASTs. It will help you stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards, reduce the risk of accidents and spills, and ensure the long-term integrity of your storage tank infrastructure.


ISBN-13: 9781260135428
Edition number: 2 ed

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