Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
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Hello,
I know there is a method for designing rectangular tanks under hydrostatic pressure. I have used the pressure vessel handbook, among other documents for reference. However, I am stuck on how to compute the correct angle sizing for the tanks. On the examples, the process shows how to calculate the minimum required moment of inertia (in.^4) and then shows the dimensions of an angle that may be used. I am unsure of how they got the dimensions for a specific size of angle solely based on the minimum moment of inertia. I'm sure it has something to do with Roark's formulas, but I have been going crazy looking for other examples.
I am also wondering if there is a standard way of designing a skid for a rectangular tank that will be used in the field. There are alot of custom skid designing companies out there, but I wanted to know if there is a simple calculation procedure, based on the rectangular tank design, that can be followed.
I appreciate all help and information to pointing me in the right direction. Thanks!
I know there is a method for designing rectangular tanks under hydrostatic pressure. I have used the pressure vessel handbook, among other documents for reference. However, I am stuck on how to compute the correct angle sizing for the tanks. On the examples, the process shows how to calculate the minimum required moment of inertia (in.^4) and then shows the dimensions of an angle that may be used. I am unsure of how they got the dimensions for a specific size of angle solely based on the minimum moment of inertia. I'm sure it has something to do with Roark's formulas, but I have been going crazy looking for other examples.
I am also wondering if there is a standard way of designing a skid for a rectangular tank that will be used in the field. There are alot of custom skid designing companies out there, but I wanted to know if there is a simple calculation procedure, based on the rectangular tank design, that can be followed.
I appreciate all help and information to pointing me in the right direction. Thanks!





RE: Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
Can't help on the skids, I'm afraid
Regards,
Mike
RE: Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
Thank you very much for the help! I figured there was some standard table for angles but could never get my hands on it. This will greatly help the project I am currently undergoing. For the skid design, I am looking a steel pallet design. Thanks again!
RE: Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
Regards,
Mike
RE: Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
RE: Rectangular Tank Design Horizontal Stiffener Calculation and Skid Design Method
Thanks for the input, I will look into those alternative stiffeners as well.