STANDARD SPECIFICATION

for

storage tanks

WTB-017

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13-11-1998 Updated for standardisation

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Standard specification for storage tanks

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CONTENTS

1.

SCOPE

2.

GENERAL

3.

DESIGN

4.

MATERIALS

5.

WELDING

6.

NOZZLES AND THREADED CONNECTIONS

7.

INTERNALS

8.

FOUNDATION,

9.

GASKETS AND BOLTING

10.

INSULATION SUPPORT RINGS, CLIPS, LADDERS AND PLATFORMS

11.

INSPECTION AND TESTING

12.

NAMEPLATE

13.

PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

14.

TOLERANCES

ANCHOR BOLTS

ATTACHMENTS

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A.

DRAWING DATA

B.

MANUFACTURING REPORT

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1.

SCOPE

1.1

This specification covers the minimum technical requirements for the design,
materials, fabrication, transport to job-site, including loading and unloading, site
fabrication, erection, testing and inspection of storage tanks.

2.

GENERAL

2.1

All storage tanks shall comply with the latest issue of the following codes,
specifications and standards:
- British Standard specification for vertical steel welded storage tanks BS 2654;
- Dutch Rules for Pressure Vessels

(Hereafter referred to as the Rules);

- The Requisition;
- The project specification;
The provisions of all local and national mandatory codes shall automatically be
considered as a part of this specification.
2.2

In case of conflict the order of precedence shall be:

a, The Rules
a. BS-2654
b. Other relevant local and national codes
c. The Requisition
d. The project specification for storage tanks

2.3

All tanks shall be furnished complete as shown on the individual data sheets
and typical detail drawings and shall include all necessary bolts, nuts, gaskets
(for test and operation), internal piping, external attachments, etc.

2.4

The Manufacturer shall furnish fully detailed construction drawings showing all
components of all tanks, including complete material specifications for all parts
together with calculations for review and approval by Tebodin.
Start of fabrication before written approval is for the risk of the Manufacturer.

2.5

Field erected tanks

2.5.1

Installation at site of

the tank shall be executed in accordance with the site

regulations and safety rules. The installation will be controlled and supervised by
the authorised site contractor. The construction shall be executed by personnel
who are familiar with site
2.5.2

requirements.

Manufacturer shall forward a detailed installation and erection procedure, including

details of any activities involving cranes or lifting equipment.

2.5.3

Manufacturer is responsible for all damage to the concrete of the tank pit
occurring during the work.

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2.5.4

Manufacturer must supply information regarding plot space needed for assembly
on site during construction and erection of tanks.

2.5.5

The manufacturer is responsible for all required scaffolding. The scaffolding shall
be delivered, erected and maintained by the manufacturer or an approved
subcontractor.

2.5.6

The manufacturer shall take care for proper preparation activities prior to coating
application i.e. conditions, area protection regarding blasting, authority approvals
etc. Provisions to prevent area pollution due to blasting or paint spraying will be
subject of approval by site main contractor.

2.5.7

Manufacturer shall arrange for transport and disposal of contaminated grit all in
accordance with the site procedures disposal of contaminated materials.
Manufacturer shall maintain acceptable housekeeping during construction and shall
leave the tank and surrounding areas in a good, clean and orderly condition; all
subject to the main contractor site regulations and approval.

3.

DESIGN

3.1

The tank Manufacturer shall indicate the orientation, the location, the preparation
and the welding sequence of all welded joints on his shop drawings submitted
for approval to Tebodin.
The longitudinal seams of adjacent courses shall be staggered (Min. 300 mm).

3.2

For tanks with internal coating all welds on the inside of the tank shall be
sound and flush.
All sharp corners shall be ground to R = 3 mm min.

3.3

The erection method for field erected tanks adopted by contractor as the result
of most suitable for economical working

and good workmanship by their field

crew shall be submitted to TEBODIN for approval.

4.

MATERIALS

4.1

All materials shall be selected in accordance with the tank data sheets.
Alternative materials must have the written approval of Tebodin. All materials
used in the construction of tanks shall be new.
Materials shall be provided with a minimum certificate EN 10204-3.1B.

4.2

Reinforcing pads, web plates, lugs, cleats, baffles, tray support rings and rolled
plate nozzle necks shall be of the same quality of steel as specified on the
tank data sheets for the shell and/or roof to which they are attached.

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5.

WELDING

5.1

All welding operations, procedures, consumables

and welders quality shall be in

accordance with Stoomwezen Rules.

All welding procedures and specifications must be accepted by the Approval
office before any welding is carried out.
5.2

The weld seams shall be located so that nozzles and/or reinforcement plates do
not overlap or interfere with these welds.

6.

NOZZLES AND THREADED CONNECTIONS

6.2

The minimum size connection for vents, drains instrument and auxiliary
connections shall be 50 mm (2 inch) pipe. In case nozzle flange connections
smaller than 2" are specified 2" swaged pipe connections shall be used
between the shell and the flange. Threaded connections shall not be used.

6.2

For small nozzles the use of long welding neck flanges is permitted.

6.3

Reinforcing pads in the shell plates shall be provided with a tapped 1/4" API
(NPT) telltale hole for inspection for internal leaks, and shall be filled with
grease. To avoid ingress of water,

telltale holes shall be plugged-off with a

plastic plug.
6.4

All exposed inside edges shall be rounded (grinding permitted). The radius
shall be 3 mm. For inside coated tanks roundings shall be in accordance with
the stipulations of the coating contractor.

6.5

All bolt holes shall straddle main centre lines.

6.6

For nozzles up to and including 10" nom. diameter, seamless pipe shall
normally be employed. As a general rule, nozzles of 12" nom. diameter and
over should be made of plate material of the same class as the tank part to
which the nozzle is attached.

6.7

Pipe fittings shall be of the same size and specification as the specified nozzle
neck to which they are attached.

6.8

Unless otherwise specified, the joint face of the flanges for nozzles and end
closures shall be serrated with a continuous spiral groove.

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7.

INTERNALS

7.1

The tank shall be supplied with all internals as required on the individual vessel
data sheets/drawings.
All tank internals shall be adequately supported as indicated in the requisitions.

7.2

For internal coated tanks internal pipes shall be preferably made of glass
reinforced epoxy or polyester as indicated on the data sheet.

7.3

All carbon steel internal piping shall be Schedule 40 or heavier, unless indicated
otherwise on the individual vessel drawing. For internally coated tanks CS pipes
shall be inside and outside coated

8.

FOUNDATION, ANCHOR BOLTS

8.1

If required by wind load calculations and/or internal pressure the tank shall be
anchored by foundation bolts. Manufacturer shall by specify the size of the
anchor bolts.

9.

GASKETS AND BOLTING

9.1

Gaskets and bolting shall be furnished for all manholes, handholes and other
openings which call for blind flanges or covers.

9.2

At least two sets of gaskets of the same materials shall be furnished, one set
for testing and one set unused and shipped separately with proper protection
and markings.

9.3

All internal bolting shall be securely tightened and the bolt heads and nuts shall
be tack welded where necessary, so as to prevent loosening.

9.4

All gasket materials shall be asbestos free.

10.

INSULATION SUPPORT RINGS, CLIPS, LADDERS AND PLATFORMS

10.1

The tank manufacturer shall furnish and install the following:

ladder and platform clips, pipe support clips, insulation support rings etc. as
indicated on the data sheets.

10.2

Minimum two earthing bosses are required on each tank.

10.3

Spiral stairway design shall be in accordance with BS 2654. Manufacturer's

standard may be acceptable when approved by Tebodin. Stairway steps shall be
galvanised, make STABAG type 0B/02; the platform shall be STABAG
0B/03.
Stairways and railings shall be hot-dip galvanised. Vertical ladders shall have
safety cages for tanks higher than 3 m.

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11.

INSPECTION AND TESTING

11.1

Each tank shall be inspected during construction. Sufficient

inspections shall be

made to ensure that the materials, constructions and testing comply in all
aspects with the requirements of the specification and BS-2654.
11.2

Testing of the tanks shall be in accordance with BS-2654.

11.3

If stated in the requisition all provisions, activities and equipment for the
calibration of tanks necessary for obtaining a certificate shall be provided by
contractor.

11.4

Shells of tanks shall be tested by filling the tanks with water. A water test
programme shall be submitted for approval to Tebodin.
Bottom and roof of the tank shall be vacuum tested by a vacuum box as
described by BS-2654.

12.

NAMEPLATE

12.1

A Manufacturers nameplate and a "Stoomwezen nameplate (acc. to the Rules) shall

be supplied for each vessel. The nameplate shall show all relevant data incl. the
equipment number.
Material of the nameplates shall be AISI 304 (DIN 1.4301).

12.2

The nameplate, the number plate etc. shall be attached by four stainless steel rivets or
fully welded on an inseparable bracket to the vessel.

13.

PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

13.1

Shop fabricated tanks

13.1.1

For shop fabricated tanks the manufacturer shall properly prepare each tank for
shipment.

13.1.2

The Manufacturer shall drain all liquid after the hydrostatic test and shall wipe
up any standing pools of water. The Manufacturer shall also remove all dirt and
debris from the inside of the tank. All tank internals are to be properly secured
by the Vendor prior to shipment. Internal surfaces shall be sprayed or brushed
with a rust preventive unless internal painting is specified in the order.

13.1.3

Nozzles fitted with regular blind flanges shall have the blind flanges installed
using the test gaskets.

13.1.4

All other flanged connections shall be protected against corrosion by application

of suitable rust preventive coat and shall be fitted with a steel or wood cover
with 1/8 inch neoprene gaskets.

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13.1.5

All threads of bolts, including exposed parts, shall be coated with a metallic
base waterproof lubricant to prevent jamming in use and corrosion by water
during testing, shipment and storage, except when the vessel drawings
specifically prohibit the use of such a lubricant.

13.1.6

Suitable supports and/or fixing devices shall be provided for internal parts which
might become damage during shipment.

13.2

Field erected tanks

13.2.1

Tanks requiring field welding for their completion, shall have the unwelded joint
protected to prevent damage.

14.

TOLERANCES
All tolerances for storage tanks shall meet the requirements of the BS-2654.

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ATTACHMENT A
DRAWING DATA
The following data shall be stated on Manufacturer's shop detail drawings:
1.

Maximum operating pressure in mbarg.

2.

Maximum operating temperature in C.

3.

Design pressure in mbarg.

4.

Design temperature min./max. in C.

5.

Blanketing gas if used.

6.

Product contained and specific gravity.

7.

Hazard category.

8.

Weight empty.

9.

Volume in m3.

10.

Corrosion allowance/lining/cladding in mm.

11.

Radiographic inspection spot/full and/or other non-destructive testing.

12.

Heat treatment, if required.

13.

For all parts the material, required material certificates and additional
requirements.

14.

Gaskets (materials and dimensions).

15.

Area of heating/cooling surface in m2 for coils or bundles.

16.

Type of welding electrodes used.

17.

Welding procedure and sequence.

18.

Preheating.

19.

Position of seams.

20.

Weld details complete with dimensions.

21.

Nameplates.

22.

Manufacturer's serial number.

23.

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25.

External and internal finish.

26.

A list of all nozzles showing for each nozzle the size, rating, schedule,
type of flange and facing.

27.

A complete list of all pertaining detail drawings and calculations.

28.

Water test procedure and bottom vacuum test method.

NOTE:
1.

A separate drawing (and drawing number) shall be provided for each

individual tank. This applies also for a series of equipment with identical
equipment numbers with different suffix (e.g. T-107A/B/C). This does
not apply for common details.

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ATTACHMENT B
MANUFACTURING REPORT
This report should be dispatched immediately after approval by Stoomwezen or
Tebodin inspector. The latter will also issue a release note indicating that the
vessel has been released for shipment.
The supply of a Manufacturing Report to Tebodin must be considered as an
integral part of the Manufacturer's obligations under the purchase order.
A separate Manufacturer's report shall be made for every vessel.
The manufacturing report shall include:
1.

Index.

2.

Copy of the purchase order.

3.

Copy of all shop drawings with parts lists.

4.

Copy of the calculations.

5.

Copy of Stoomwezen approval letter if applicable and of other important

correspondence.

office:

6.

Approved welding procedure specification.

7.

Material Certificate with a reference to the drawing and part number.

8.

Sketch showing the location of radiographs and film numbers.

9.

Results of non-destructive examination and destructive testing.

10.

Certificates for all heat treatments including temperature time charts.

11.

Inspection and test report.

12.

Rubbing or photograph of the nameplate and/or number plate.

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