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Lance Watson from AR Watson looks at problems, techniques and solutions When it comes to tank settlement, a closer look needs to be taken before any tank repairs or modifications are made. There are three main types of settlement: Differential settlement – settlement in different locations around the foundation creating voids under the tank bottom Even tilt – the tank leaning to one…
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Floyd Baker from Antea USA explains how a digital twin improves maintenance, reliability, and asset integrity management for storage tanks and terminals A digital twin, a virtual model of a physical object, is not a new technology; as a concept, it has been around for years. Yet, in the usage of asset integrity management (AIM) for oil and gas or petrochemical storage tanks and terminals,…
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Ever considered monitoring assets from space? Peter Weaver from Orbital Sidekick explains the benefits Good sidekicks are irreplaceable. It takes a few rocket scientists to optimise sustainable operations. And more than a few engineers, product experts, government specialists, data scientists, and a growing league of revolutionary thinkers to enable genuinely sustainable operations that are…
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TechnipFMC’s Jim Pettinato discusses gasoline-ethanol blend growth considerations following the publication of API’s new standard In May 2019 , the American Petroleum Institute (API) published a new standard for density correction and volume correction factors addressing a broad range of blends of gasoline and fuel ethanol. This standard, titled API MPMS 11.3.4 - Miscellaneous Hydrocarbon…
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Michael Felt from Energy Specialists Consulting runs through the basics Practical terminal design requires an understanding of the intended use of the facility and the expectations of the owner. Incorporating desired features while understanding the purpose and functionality are necessary for proper terminal design. Proper design should meet the functional requirements for the facility and…
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Richard Byrnes from Port Houston in Texas, US, shares what the port is doing to ensure a sustainable future it is an exceptional time to be part of the global supply chain, with all eyes on the movement of cargo and the unprecedented consumer demand for goods. Port Houston is constantly evaluating the needs and developing solutions to meet the increase in demand for goods. Port Houston owns and…
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Eric J Conn, chair of law firm Conn Maciel Carey’s OSHA Workplace Safety Group, looks at recent changes The us Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has been quite busy the last few months on the rulemaking front, and it does not seem to be slowing down. Despite the fact that COVID-19 still sucks most of the air out of the room, over the last six months, OSHA still managed to: …
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The Rosen Group was part of the winning teams for two of the 2022 Gas Industry Awards, which recognise the outstanding accomplishments of individuals and organisations working across the gas industry. The Institution of Gas Engineers & Managers (IGEM) and the Energy & Utilities Alliance (EUA) organise the award annually, which this year brought together almost 700 professionals from the…
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Peter Vucins from energy transition-focussed storage company GES tells Tank Storage Magazine about setting up the new company The energy transition is a hot topic throughout industries dealing with traditional petroleum products. With an impending switch from oil, how will companies survive? One new company, Global Energy Storage (GES), has been set up specifically to handle products for the…
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The leading and only independent cavern operator in northwest Europe, Storag Etzel, explains why caverns have such an important role to play in times of crisis Storag Etzel, one of Europe’s largest crude oil storage companies, is preparing to release strategic oil reserves for the first time in 15 years. The cavern storage operator, centrally located in north Germany’s energy hub, is…
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North Sea Port is supporting the sustainability efforts of its customers and aims to be Western Europe’s largest hydrogen hub North Sea Port is the Dutch-Belgian cross-border port, stretching 60 km from Vlissingen and Terneuzen in the Netherlands, to Ghent in Belgium. The port, Europe’s number 3 in added value and number 6 in goods traffic in the Hamburg-Le Havre range, is a well-established…
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Gary Kalmin from HG Storage International looks at the challenges shaping the tank storage industry Global awareness of sustainability needs and initiatives is rightfully increasing at a rapid pace. Those of us in the energy sector are facing evolving challenges and opportunities which are reshaping the future of our industry. Real change and progress is happening very much at the micro level…
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A warming environment is a threat to infrastructure built on permafrost. Darren Hughes from Concrete Canvas explains how Concrete on a Roll could help When considering land area, around a quarter of the northern hemisphere has continuous permafrost, that is 23 million km2 where the ground is frozen all year round. This phenomenon is widespread in the Arctic regions of Siberia, Canada, Greenland…
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Storage tanks are used to hold a variety of organic liquids or gases including raw materials, intermediates, final products or usable byproducts. Tanks can vary in design and equipment, and the type of construction depends on the storage temperature and properties of the products being stored. A detailed assessment is necessary to ensure that all aspects are taken into consideration, so products…
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Nico van der Veen, terminal manager at Argent Energy’s terminal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, tells Tank Storage Magazine how Terra Inspectioneering’s drones have improved Argent’s tank inspections My previous job was working in the sewerage industry, and I don’t like people working in confined spaces, such as in tanks, which is potentially dangerous and sometimes unnecessary. It has…
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The market is waking up to the capabilities of Re-Gen’s technology, says managing director Fintan Duffy A trusted innovator and leader in tank cleaning solutions, Re-Gen Robotics continues to deliver a safer, smarter, faster, more economical way to clean tanks, all whilst providing peace of mind to our customers. Our unparalleled technology and service is being used as a benchmark by…
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Richard Foeke, Rosen Group, discusses how to manage uninspected areas aboveground storage tanks are important assets for terminal owners and operators. Keeping them in service as long as possible and minimising out-of-service time are crucial aspects for safe and efficient operation. Inspection and maintenance play an important role in guaranteeing that the tank is in good condition and set up…
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Leo Brand, CIO of Vopak, discusses how the company’s digital transformation has made it safer and more efficient, and shifted the focus from cost to value A successful digital transformation requires the repositioning of IT in the organisation; IT must evolve from a cost centre into an integral part of the value chain. Many asset-heavy companies transform into technology companies, where data…
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Vopak leverages Oracle ERP cloud to optimise operations, increase agility and improve services after consulting Cognizant engineers Vopak is a leading independent tank storage company with 400 years of experience in storage and transshipment. With a network of 66 terminals in 23 countries, Vopak provides clients with safe facilities to store and handle bulk liquid products and gases that are…
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At the forthcoming Achema 2022 show in Frankfurt, from 22-26 August, the ELAFLEX HIBY Group will be presenting new technical solutions on stand L93 in hall 8.0 for the transfer of hydrogen, LNG, chemicals and other media. The challenges for the chemical and process industry have become more extensive and multi-layered than years ago. The hydrogen economy, CO2-neutral production as well as new…
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