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  1. JPG1021

    API 653 - Repair of Tank Shell - Code Interpretation

    Hello all! I just performed an "Out-of-Service" inspection of a Fuel Oil tank for one of my clients. The examination of the shell yielded some wall thickness measurements that are in violation of the calculated minimum required wall thickness for that course. I am familiar with making repairs...
  2. JPG1021

    API 653 - Repair of Tank Bottoms - Critical Zone

    Hello all! I just performed an "Out-of-Service" inspection of a Fuel Oil tank for one of my clients. The examination of the floor/bottom yielded some low wall thickness measurements within the "critical zone". I am familiar with making repairs according to the API 653 Standard but this repair...
  3. JPG1021

    Epoxy Repair of Pitting

    Good morning everyone! I was wondering if there are any provisions in the AWWA or API codes that allow for the repair of pitting conditions by the application of an epoxy-type material, particularly on floor plates? I have reviewed my copy of API-653 and any reference to repairs involve...

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