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Inspection of storage tanks
Posted: 17 Jul 2026, 20:25
by firstmech
please share with me good references to study about inspection of storage tanks. 13 years experience within inspection without a direct storage tanks inspection assignment before. Know the basics though and now want to have advanced knowledge
Re: Inspection of storage tanks
Posted: 17 Jul 2026, 20:52
by mechcolor
Better to take a start directly with API 620 & 650.
They would provide you with practical applied knowledge.
Beneficial for you and if there is anything not rightly understood, you can consult your seniors.
Re: Inspection of storage tanks
Posted: 17 Jul 2026, 21:01
by firstmech
Thanks for your quick response.\nyes, any support material if you recommend along with code study and application?
Re: Inspection of storage tanks
Posted: 18 Jul 2026, 09:45
by octane
Reading out API 650 & 620 should be the start to understand about storage tank design.
You move directly to API 653 after that.
Some excellent companion books are:
Aboveground Storage Tanks by Philip Myers
Aboveground Storage Tanks: Practical Guide to Inspection, Maintenance and Repair by Brian Redman
Storage Tank Inspection Handbook by Wiley