The one reference devoted exclusively to ASTs, this book assembles the most critical information on the subject in a single convenient volume. The result is an ideal tool for chemical, environmental, and civil engineers, as well as management and government personnel and others concerned with the regulatory issues governing ASTs. Section by section, this complete reference thoroughly examines and clarifies various types of storage media and their applications; fundamental environmental engineering concerns; industrial codes and standards for ASTs; AST design considerations; the proper construction, fabrication, and erection of tanks; and the often-confusing requirements designed to keep ASTs environmentally sound.

Distributed to some depository libraries in microfiche.

Covers All Site Activities after DesignAbove Ground Storage Tanks: Practical Guide to Construction, Inspection, and Testing is an ideal guide for engineers involved in the mechanical construction of above ground storage tanks. This text details the construction of storage tanks in accordance with the American Petroleum Institute requirements for AP

A survey of manufacturing and installation methods, standards, and specifications of factory-made steel storage tanks and appurtenances for petroleum, chemicals, hydrocarbons, and other flammable or combustible liquids. It chronicles the trends towards aboveground storage tanks, secondary containment, and corrosion-resistant underground steel storage systems.

Trust NFPA 30's protocols to minimize the hazards of flammable and combustible liquids. Adopted by most states and enforceable under OSHA, NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code presents the best guidance on the safe storage, handling, and use of dangerous liquids. It provides the criteria you need to design facilities for better protection, comply with sprinkler rules, and use safe operating practices. Changes and additions in the 2003 edition affect: * Siting of storage tanks * Spill control, normal breather vents, and emergency relief vents for storage tanks * Design of liquids storage cabinets, inside storage areas, and liquid warehouses * Sprinkler design rules for storage of all types of liquids * And more When you work with flammable and combustible liquids, even a seemingly minor oversight or mistake can have major repercussions. Don't compromises safety--insist on NFPA 30!

Introductory technical guidance for civil, mechanical and petroleum engineers interested in design and construction of atmospheric petroleum fuel storage tanks. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 3. GENERAL CRITERIA 4. HORIZONTAL ABOVEGROUND TANKS (SINGLE-WALL STEEL) 5. HORIZONTAL ABOVEGROUND TANKS (DOUBLE-WALL STEEL) 6. HORIZONTAL ABOVEGROUND TANKS (FIRE-RESISTANT) 7. HORIZONTAL ABOVEGROUND TANKS (PROTECTED TANKS) 8. ABOVEGROUND VERTICAL STORAGE TANKS 9. UNDERGROUND HORIZONTAL STORAGE TANKS 10. UNDERGROUND VERTICAL STORAGE TANKS (CUT AND COVER) 11. APPURTENANCES 12. HEATERS 13. UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK SPILL CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS 14. ABOVEGROUND TANK SPILL CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS 15. MISCELLANEOUS USE TANKS 16. SHIPBOARD OFF-LOAD FUEL STORAGE TANKS.

Objectives and overview of storage tanks -- Codes, standards, and regulations -- Tank design and construction features -- Fireground operations -- Firefighting foam, water supply and fire protection requirements -- Tactical response guidelines -- Glossary