Asphalt Base under Tank
Asphalt Base under Tank
(OP)
We have a 100' dia steel tank sitting on an asphalt base. The asphalt mix design that has been submitted is a good quality mix and ample for the loading.
Are there any special API requirements that the asphalt has to meet?
Thanks, Dik
Are there any special API requirements that the asphalt has to meet?
Thanks, Dik





RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
I reposted the query in the Structures... and was just going to RF this post...
Dik
RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
Steve Jones
Corrosion Management Consultant
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RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
Dik
RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
API RP 651, 5.3.6 Continuous Asphalt Pad
"............Asphalt degrades with time.......allowing corrosion to occur.......In fact, deteriorated asphalt may shield cathodic protection current......"
Steve Jones
Corrosion Management Consultant
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/8/83b/b04
All answers are personal opinions only and are in no way connected with any employer.
RE: Asphalt Base under Tank
Dik
RE: Asphalt Base under Tank