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Understanding API ICP653 Reading 7-Worksheet-04 Part1

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SECTION 8 - DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS<br />

RECONSTRUCTED TANKS<br />

8.2 New Weld Joints<br />

a. Must meet applicable standard.<br />

b. Butt-weld joint with complete fusion and penetration.<br />

8.3 Existing Joints<br />

Must meet as built standard.<br />

8.4 Shell Design<br />

8.4.1 When checking design criteria, the "t" for each shell course shall be<br />

based on measurements taken within 180 days prior to relocation.<br />

8.4.2 Determining maximum design liquid level for product is determined by:<br />

a. Calculate the maximum liquid level (each course) based on product<br />

specific gravity.<br />

b. Actual "t" measured for each course.<br />

c. Material allowable stress for each course. (See Table 3-2 - <strong>API</strong>-650).<br />

d. Selected design method.<br />

Charlie Chong/ Fion Zhang

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